Bihar PSC 72nd Combined Competitive Exam 2026: Online Applications Open
Bihar PSC 72nd Combined Competitive Exam 2026
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has initiated the online application process for the Integrated 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination 2026 today. Graduates aiming for government officer positions can apply through the official portal at bpsconline.bihar.gov.in. The last date for application submission is May 31, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
**Check Eligibility Before Applying**
Candidates should be aware that BPSC has outlined specific eligibility requirements for each position. It is crucial to review these criteria before filling out the application form. For the 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination, candidates must have completed a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
For the Child Development Project Officer role, a Bachelor's degree is necessary, and candidates must choose one optional subject for the Main Examination from the following: (1) Home Science, (2) Psychology, (3) Sociology, or (4) Labour and Social Welfare.
For the Financial Administrative Officer and equivalent positions, a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics from a recognized institution is required.
The Sub-Divisional Protection Officer role mandates a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Law, with candidates needing to select one of these subjects for the Main Examination.
Age Limit
The age requirements vary by post, with minimum ages set at 20, 21, or 22 years, and maximum ages at 37, 40, or 42 years, depending on the category. Age will be calculated as of August 1, 2026.
Recruitment Overview
Recruitment Details
BPSC aims to fill a total of 1,186 vacancies through this recruitment drive. Below are the details of the available posts:
Name of Post | Number of Posts
Sub-Divisional Officer / Senior Deputy Collector | 100
Municipal Executive Officer, Urban Development and Housing Department | 54
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Home Department (Police Branch) | 22
Rural Development Officer (Bihar Rural Development Service Cadre) | 65
State Tax Assistant Commissioner (Bihar Finance Service) | 76
Revenue Officer and Equivalent (Bihar Revenue Service) | 365
Junior Election Officer | 7
Block Panchayat Raj Officer (Bihar Panchayat Service) | 70
Junior Registrar / Joint Junior Registrar | 3
Cooperative Extension Officer, Cooperative Department | 130
Labour Superintendent, Labour Resources Department | 10
Labour Enforcement Officer, Labour Resources and Migrant Workers Welfare Department | 56
Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies and Equivalent | 10
Supply Inspector (Bihar Supply Service) | 31
District Audit Officer, Cooperative Societies & Equivalents | 2
Block SC & ST Welfare Officer | 5
Bihar Education Service (Administrative Sub-cadre), Education Department | 9
Block Minority Welfare Officer | 3
District Minority Welfare Officer, Minority Welfare Department | 1
Child Development Project Officer, Social Welfare Department | 20
Probation Officer, Home Department (Prisons) | 4
Financial Administrative Officer & Equivalents (Bihar Financial Administration Service), Finance Department | 32
Director / Assistant Planning Officer | 10
Sub-divisional Protection Officer, Social Welfare Department (For Women Only) | 101
Application Process
**How to Apply**
To apply for the BPSC 72 Online Form 2026, visit the official website: bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.
On the homepage, click on the 'Online Registration' link, fill in the required details, and complete the registration process.
After registration, candidates should fill in the remaining details to finalize their application.
Once the application is complete, candidates must pay the required fee and print the application form for future reference.
Application Fee
**Application Fee**
Candidates must pay a fee of ₹100 for each specific post they apply for. If applying only for the BPSC 72nd Examination without selecting specific posts, a one-time fee of ₹100 is applicable. Payment can be made online.