BPSC Syllabus 2026 — 70th BPSC Prelims & Mains
BPSC Combined Competitive Examination uses Prelims (objective GS) to shortlist for Mains (descriptive). Bihar history, geography, and culture are core differentiators from generic GS prep.
Exam pattern
Prelims: 150 MCQs (typical pattern — verify notification). Mains: General Hindi, General Studies papers, Optional.
Prelims — General Studies
- History of India & Bihar
- Geography (India & Bihar)
- Indian Polity & economy
- Science & environment
- Current events
- Bihar GK
Mains — General Studies
- Essay
- History
- Geography
- Polity
- Economy
- Science & tech
- Statistics (if applicable)
Preparation tips
- Magadh, Maurya, and modern Bihar freedom movement are frequent themes.
- Read Bihar Economic Survey highlights.
FAQs
Is BPSC Prelims qualifying?
Prelims shortlists for Mains; marks may or may not count in final merit — check the specific notification.