The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced the Mains exam schedule for the 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026. Candidates who successfully cleared the preliminary stage are now required to appear for the written mains examination. The Mains exam will be conducted over multiple days in April as part of the recruitment process for various administrative positions in the Bihar government.
BPSC 71st Mains Exam Date 2026
The commission has scheduled the 71st BPSC CCE Mains examination as follows:
Exam Dates: 25 April to 30 April 2026
Conducting Body: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Exam Name: 71st Combined Competitive Examination (Mains)
Eligible Candidates: Those who cleared the 71st Prelims exam conducted in 2025
Candidates should mark these dates and plan their preparation accordingly, as the mains exam determines advancement to the interview stage.
BPSC 71st Mains Exam Pattern and Structure
The 71st BPSC CCE Mains exam is a written competitive test that evaluates candidates’ analytical, administrative, and subject knowledge across multiple papers. While the official detailed pattern is usually outlined in the mains notification, aspirants often prepare across subjects such as:
- General Studies
- General Hindi
- General English
- Optional subjects (as per official syllabus)
The exam typically includes descriptive questions designed to assess depth of knowledge and decision-making skills.
How the Mains Fits Into the BPSC Selection Process?
The BPSC 71st recruitment process consists of three major stages:
- Preliminary Examination: Objective type exam to shortlist candidates
- Mains Examination: Written test to assess detailed knowledge
- Interview/Personality Test: Final round to determine merit position
Only candidates clearing the prelims are eligible to sit for the mains exam. After the mains results are declared, successful candidates proceed to the interview stage.
Next Steps After Mains Dates
Candidates should monitor the official BPSC portal for related updates, including:
- Admit card release dates for the mains exam
- Exam day instructions and guidelines
- Syllabus and paper format details
- Interviews and final result schedules
Regularly checking the official BPSC website and notifications will ensure candidates do not miss critical updates ahead of the exam dates. With the mains scheduled across six days from 25–30 April 2026, aspirants must focus on revision and mock practice to secure a high score in this crucial phase of the BPSC 71st CCE selection process.