The BPSC will release the schedule for the 70th examination soon.
Candidates who pass the preliminary exam will get the main exam dates, which will be announced later.
BPSC 70th Exam 2024 – Important Dates
Keep an eye on the official website for the latest updates on all key dates.
Events
Date
BPSC 70th Notification Release Date
27th June 2024
Online Registration Starts from
15.07.2024
Online Registration Ends on
09.08.2024
BPSC 70th Prelims Admit Card
15.09.2024
70th BPSC Prelims Exam Date
30.09.2024
70th BPSC Answer Key 2024
12.05.2024
70th BPSC Result 2024
October 2024
BPSC Mains Exam Date 2024
January 2025
BPSC 70th Exam 2024 Age Limit
General Male Candidates: Minimum age is 20 years.
Other Categories: The upper age limit is higher, with age relaxations typically ranging from 3 to 5 years.
Key Points to Remember
BPSC often provides age relaxations for certain categories.
The age limit is based on a specific cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
Refer to the official BPSC 70th exam notification for detailed age criteria.
BPSC 70th Exam 2024 Selection Process
Preliminary Examination:
Qualifying stage with multiple-choice questions.
General Studies subject, 150 marks, 2-hour duration.
⅓ mark deduction for each incorrect answer.
Main Examination:
Detailed and comprehensive with descriptive questions.
Covers a wide range of subjects.
Interview:
Face-to-face interaction.
Assesses communication skills, personality, and subject knowledge.
BPSC 70th Exam 2024 Exam Pattern Overview
The Preliminary Exam acts as a screening test.
The Mains Exam is for deeper knowledge assessment.
The Interview evaluates overall suitability for civil services.
BPSC 70th Exam Syllabus 2024
Prelims
1 objective-type paper for 150 marks
Mains
4 descriptive papers (1 qualifying + 3 merit ranking) for 900 marks
Interview
120 marks
70th BPSC Prelims Syllabus 2024
Paper
Subjects
General Studies (150 Marks)
Current Affairs: National and international importance
Current Affairs: Bihar
History of Bihar and Indian History
World Geography & Indian Geography
Geography of Bihar
Indian Polity and Economy
Changes in the economy of Bihar post-independence
Indian National Movement and the Role of Bihar
General Awareness and General Science
Duration
2 Hours
Type of Exam
Objective Type
Negative Marking
Yes
70th BPSC Mains Exam 2024
The Mains exam is the second stage of the BPSC selection process. Students who pass the Prelims qualify for this exam. The syllabus and pattern for the BPSC Mains Exam are as follows:
Paper
Subjects
Number of Papers
General Hindi – Qualifying Paper
General Studies 1 (300 marks
General Studies 2 (300 marks)
Optional Subject (300 marks)
Duration
3 hours in each paper
BPSC Mains Syllabus
General Hindi (Secondary Level)Essay – 30 marksGrammar – 30 marksSyntax – 25 marksPrecis/Summary – 15 marks
The Hindi paper is solely a qualifying exam with a minimum passing requirement of 30 out of 100 marks. These marks will not be included in the calculation of the overall merit score.
General Studies – I
General Studies – II
Indian Culture
Indian (and Bihar) Polity
Modern History of India
Indian (and Bihar) Economy
Contemporary events of national and international importance
Indian (and Bihar) Geography
Statistical Analysis, diagrams and graphs
Role and impact of Science and Technology in the development of India (and Bihar)
BPSC 2024 Preliminary Exam Admit Card
Available 10 to 15 days before the exam.
Download from the official BPSC website.
Includes exam date, time, and location.
BPSC 2024 Mains Exam Admit Card
Issued to candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Exam.
Available shortly before the Mains exam.
Download from the official BPSC website.
BPSC 2024 Result Release
Preliminary exam results are out one month after the exam.
Results for the Main exam and Interview follow.
The final selection is based on performance in the Main exam and Interview.
Q1: When will the BPSC 70th 2024 exam be conducted?
Ans: The Hindi paper is solely a qualifying exam with a minimum passing requirement of 30 out of 100 marks. These marks will not be included in the calculation of the overall merit score.
Q2: When will the BPSC 70th 2024 exam be conducted?
Ans: The specific dates for the BPSC 70th 2024 exam are typically posted on the BPSC’s official website. To stay informed, regularly check the website or official notifications for the latest updates.
Q3: How can I apply for the BPSC 70th 2024 exam?
Ans: To apply for the BPSC 70th 2024 exam, visit the official BPSC website. The application process usually requires you to complete an online form, upload necessary documents, and pay the application fee.
