The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) Preliminary Examination is the first stage of the Combined Competitive Exam (CCE), which recruits candidates for administrative roles like Bihar Administrative Service (BAS), Bihar Police Service (BPS), and other state civil services.
BPSC Prelims 2025 Exam Pattern
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Type | Objective (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Negative Marking | 0.33 marks per wrong answer |
| Qualifying Nature | Only for Mains eligibility (Marks not counted in final merit) |
- BPSC Mains Syllabus 2025: Complete Exam Pattern & Subject-wise Guide
- APSC CCE Mains Syllabus 2025: Complete Exam Pattern & Subject-wise Breakdown
- APSC CCE Prelims Syllabus 2025: Exam Pattern & Complete Subject-wise Breakdown
Key Notes:
- Single Paper: General Studies (No separate CSAT paper, but includes reasoning & aptitude questions).
- Language: Questions in English & Hindi (except for English-specific questions).
- Bihar Focus: ~30-40% questions from Bihar-specific topics.
BPSC Prelims Syllabus 2025 (Subject-wise Breakdown)
1. General Science (10-15 Questions)
- Basic Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Class 10 level).
- Recent advancements in Science & Technology.
- Bihar Context: State-specific schemes (e.g., Bihar Innovation Policy).
2. Current Affairs (15-20 Questions)
- National/International Events (Last 12 months).
- Bihar-Centric News: Government policies (e.g., Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Mission), economic surveys.
3. History of India & Bihar (20-25 Questions)
- Ancient/Medieval India: Mauryan & Gupta Empires, Bhakti Movement.
- Modern India: Freedom Struggle (1857 Revolt, Champaran Satyagraha).
- Bihar’s Role: Contributions of leaders like Kunwar Singh, Rajendra Prasad.
4. Geography of India & Bihar (15-20 Questions)
- Physical Geography: Rivers (Ganga, Kosi), climate zones.
- Economic Geography: Agriculture, mineral resources.
- Bihar-Specific: Flood-prone areas, industrial hubs (e.g., Patna, Bhagalpur).
5. Indian Polity & Governance (10-15 Questions)
- Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Panchayati Raj.
- Bihar’s Governance: 6th Schedule areas, local bodies.
6. Indian Economy & Bihar Economy (10-15 Questions)
- Five-Year Plans, GDP sectors.
- Bihar’s Economy: Agriculture (60% workforce), MSMEs, migration trends.
7. Indian National Movement (10-12 Questions)
- 19th-century Resurgence: Role of Bihar in Quit India Movement (1942).
- Key Movements: Champaran Satyagraha (1917), Birsa Movement.
8. General Mental Ability (5-10 Questions)
- Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation (Graphs, Tables).
- Basic Arithmetic (Ratio, Percentage).
Key Focus Areas for BPSC Prelims
- Bihar-Specific Topics (30-40% weightage).
- Current Affairs (Last 6-12 months).
- NCERT-Based Fundamentals (Class 6-12 for History, Geography, Polity).
Preparation Tips
- Start with NCERTs (Class 6-12 for core subjects).
- Daily Newspaper Reading (Focus on The Hindu + Bihar-specific news).
- Practice MCQs (Previous year papers & mock tests).
- Revise Bihar GK (Books: “Bihar Samanya Gyan” by Arihant).
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Syllabus PDF | BPSC Website |
