BPSC has released the admit card for the 71st Combined Competitive Preliminary Examination 2025. The examination will be conducted on September 13th in two shifts. Candidates can download their admit cards from bpsconline.bihar.gov.in. The exam will be for 150 marks and will include negative marking. Mobile and electronic devices will be prohibited at the examination center.
BPSC 71st Prelims Admit Card: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) released the admit card for the 71st Preliminary Examination on September 6, 2025. Candidates can log in to bpsconline.bihar.gov.in using their registration number and date of birth to download their hall tickets. This examination will be held on September 13th in two shifts, and recruitment has been announced for a total of 1264 posts. The exam will be for 150 marks and will feature negative marking. The commission has advised candidates to obtain information only from the official website and adhere to the examination guidelines.
Where to Download the Admit Card
BPSC has made the admit card available on its online portal, bpsconline.bihar.gov.in. Candidates will need to enter their registration number and date of birth to log in. After logging in, the option to download the admit card will be displayed. Candidates are advised to download and print their admit cards and keep them safe, as a hard copy will be mandatory to show at the examination center.
When is the Exam and What is the Schedule
The 71st Combined Competitive Preliminary Examination will be held on September 13th. The examination will be conducted in two shifts. The first shift will be from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The second shift will begin at 2:00 PM and conclude at 5:00 PM. Candidates are required to reach the examination center well in advance to ensure their checking process is completed.
A total of 1264 posts will be filled through this BPSC examination. This includes positions in administrative services, police services, and other departments. As in previous years, the competition is expected to be very tough, with millions of candidates appearing for this exam.
Exam Pattern
The preliminary examination will consist of 150 objective-type questions. The duration of the exam will be two hours. Each question will have four options, and candidates will need to choose the correct option. There will be negative marking for incorrect answers. The syllabus for the exam will be based on general studies, covering questions related to history, geography, politics, economics, science, and current affairs.
Selection for the Mains Examination
The preliminary examination serves only as a screening test, meaning its marks will not be added to the final merit list. Candidates who qualify in the preliminary examination will be eligible to appear for the mains examination. The mains examination will be written, followed by an interview.
Information Available on the New Website
This time, BPSC has also launched its new website. Candidates can now find information on bpscpat.bihar.gov.in. The old website, bpsc.bihar.gov.in, will also remain active. The commission has urged candidates not to fall for rumors and to obtain information only from authentic sources.
Examination Guidelines
The commission has issued strict guidelines for the examination. Candidates will not be allowed to bring mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, or other electronic devices to the examination center. These items are prohibited. All candidates must adhere to the rules set by the commission at the examination center.
BPSC consistently implements stringent measures to ensure transparency in its examinations. This year as well, security arrangements at the examination centers will be robust. Candidates' identities will be thoroughly verified, and no one will be admitted without an admit card. The commission has also clarified that strict action will be taken against any candidate found involved in any form of malpractice or illegal activity.
