Planning to crack the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) Combined Competitive Exam (CCE)? Here’s the latest and detailed syllabus for BPSC CCE 2025, covering all three stages β Prelims, Mains, and Interview β to help you prepare smartly and efficiently.
π Stage 1: BPSC Prelims Syllabus 2025 (Objective Type)
πΉ General Studies Paper
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Marks: 150
- Type: MCQ (Objective)
β Topics Covered:
- General Science
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Indian History with special focus on Bihar
- Geography of India with special emphasis on Bihar
- Indian Polity and Economy
- Major Economic Reforms in Bihar after Independence
- Indian National Movement and Bihar’s Contribution
- General Mental Ability
π This paper is qualifying in nature and serves as a screening test for the Mains.
π§Ύ Stage 2: BPSC Mains Syllabus 2025 (Descriptive Type)
ποΈ Compulsory Papers:
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | General Hindi | 100 |
| II | General Studies Paper I | 300 |
| III | General Studies Paper II | 300 |
π Note: General Hindi is qualifying only (minimum 30% required). It wonβt be counted in the final merit list.
π General Studies Paper I β Syllabus:
- Modern Indian History & Indian Culture
- National & International Current Affairs
- Data Interpretation β Statistics, Graphs & Charts
π General Studies Paper II β Syllabus:
- Indian Constitution & Political System
- Indian Economy & Geography
- Science & Technology in India’s Development
π Optional Subject (Choose One):
| Paper | Subject (as per your choice) | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| IV | Optional Subject | 300 |
π List of Optional Subjects for BPSC Mains 2025:
You can choose from the following:
- History, Geography, Political Science, Sociology, Public Administration
- Anthropology, Psychology, Philosophy, Economics
- Law, Management, Commerce & Accountancy
- Mathematics, Statistics, Agriculture, Botany, Zoology
- Physics, Chemistry, Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
- Hindi, English, Urdu, Sanskrit, Maithili, Persian, Arabic, Pali, Bengali
π Pick the optional subject that aligns with your academic background and interest.
π€ Stage 3: BPSC Interview (Personality Test)
- Total Marks: 120
- Candidates clearing the Mains are invited for a personal interview.
- Questions can be based on current affairs, the optional subject, and your personal profile.
π Final Tips:
- Understand the syllabus thoroughly before starting preparation.
- Revise NCERTs, standard books, and practice PYQs.
- Stay updated with Bihar-specific news and developments.
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What is the exam pattern of BPSC CCE 2025?
The BPSC Combined Competitive Exam is conducted in three stages:
Prelims (Objective β 1 paper of 150 marks)
Mains (Descriptive β 4 papers, total 900 marks)
Interview (Personality Test β 120 marks)
Is General Hindi paper in BPSC Mains counted in final merit?
No, the General Hindi paper is only qualifying in nature. You must score at least 30% marks in it, but it will not be counted in the final merit list.
How many optional subjects are there in BPSC Mains?
BPSC offers over 30 optional subjects for the Mains exam. Candidates must choose one subject. Popular choices include History, Geography, Public Administration, Political Science, and Sociology.