Bihar PSC 72nd Combined Competitive Exam 2026: Online Applications Now Open
Bihar PSC 72nd Combined Competitive Examination 2026
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has commenced online applications for the Integrated 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination 2026 today. Graduates and those aspiring for government positions can submit their applications online at bpsconline.bihar.gov.in. The last date for application submission is May 31, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria for Various Posts
Candidates are advised to review the specific eligibility requirements for each post before applying. The eligibility criteria for the 72nd Combined (Preliminary Competitive Examination) include:
- General requirement: A Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Child Development Project Officer: A Bachelor's degree with one of the following subjects: (1) Home Science, (2) Psychology, (3) Sociology, (4) Labor and Social Welfare for the Main Examination.
- Financial Administrative Officer: A Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics from a recognized institution is essential.
- Sub-Divisional Protection Officer: A Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Law is required, along with one of the optional subjects: (1) Psychology, (2) Law for the Main Examination.
Age Limit
The age of candidates must be between 20/21/22 years as the minimum and 37/40/42 years as the maximum, depending on the specific position. Age will be calculated as of August 1, 2026.
Recruitment Overview
The BPSC aims to fill a total of 1,186 vacancies through this recruitment drive. Below are the details of the posts available:
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Sub-Divisional Officer/Senior Deputy Collector | 100 |
| City Executive Officer, Urban Development and Housing Department | 54 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police, Home Department | 22 |
| Rural Development Officer | 65 |
| Assistant Commissioner of State Tax | 76 |
| Revenue Officer and equivalent | 365 |
| Under-Election Officer | 7 |
| Block Panchayat Raj Officer | 70 |
| Under-Registrar/Joint Under-Registrar | 3 |
| Cooperative Extension Officer | 130 |
| Labour Superintendent | 10 |
| Labour Promotion Officer | 56 |
| Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies | 10 |
| Supply Inspector | 31 |
| District Audit Officer | 2 |
| Block SC and ST Welfare Officers | 5 |
| Bihar Education Service | 9 |
| Block Minority Welfare Officers | 3 |
| District Minority Welfare Officer | 1 |
| Child Development Project Officer | 20 |
| Probation Officer | 4 |
| Financial Administrative Officers | 32 |
| Director, Assistant Planning Officer | 10 |
| Sub-Divisional Protection Officer | 101 |
Application Process
To apply for the BPSC 72 Online Form 2026, visit the official website bpsconline.bihar.gov.in. Click on the online registration link, fill in the required details, and complete the registration process. After registration, candidates should fill in the remaining application details, pay the application fee, and print the completed form for future reference.
Application Fee
Candidates must pay an application fee of ₹100 for each post they apply for. A one-time fee of ₹100 is applicable for the BPSC 72nd exam application.