BPSC 72nd CCE Prelims Exam Date 2026: Latest Update
The BPSC 72nd CCE Prelims exam date is still not fixed. The Bihar Public Service Commission has postponed the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Preliminary exam twice: first from 26 July 2026, and then from 25 October 2026. As of 1 November 2026, BPSC has not announced a new date.
This post brings together the full timeline, the latest update, the prelims pattern, admit card information, and what you should do while you wait. We will update it as soon as BPSC releases the new schedule.
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Table of Contents
- Latest update
- BPSC 72nd CCE timeline
- Vacancies
- Prelims exam pattern
- Admit card
- How to check the new date
- What to do now
- FAQs
BPSC 72nd CCE Exam Date: Latest Update
BPSC’s notice of 12 October 2026 postponed the Preliminary exam that was due on 25 October 2026, citing unavoidable reasons. The commission said the new exam date would be announced later. No revised date has come out since.
This is the second postponement. The prelims was first scheduled for 26 July 2026 and was then moved to 25 October 2026.
Only trust dates published on bpsc.bihar.gov.in. Dates shared on social media without an official notice are not reliable.
BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 Timeline
| Event | Date |
| Notification released | 5 May 2026 |
| Online application | 7 May to 31 May 2026 |
| Prelims (original date) | 26 July 2026 (postponed) |
| Prelims (revised date) | 25 October 2026 (postponed) |
| Second postponement notice | 12 October 2026 |
| Prelims (new date) | To be announced |
| Admit card | Before the new exam date |
| Mains and interview | To be announced |
BPSC 72nd CCE Vacancies
The notification of 5 May 2026 announced 1,230 posts. The vacancy count has since been revised to 1,186 posts. Check the latest post-wise numbers on the official website, as BPSC can revise them again before the final result.
For the full eligibility, post list and how the application worked, see our BPSC 72nd notification post and the BPSC exam hub.
BPSC 72nd CCE Prelims Exam Pattern
The prelims is a screening test. Its marks are not added to the final merit, but you must clear it to sit the Mains.
| Feature | Details |
| Paper | General Studies (one paper) |
| Questions and marks | 150 questions, 150 marks |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Type | Objective (MCQ), OMR-based |
| Negative marking | 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
| Language | Hindi and English |
The syllabus covers current events, Indian history and the Bihar movement, polity, the Indian and Bihar economy, general science, geography of India and Bihar, and mental ability. See the full BPSC syllabus.
BPSC 72nd CCE Admit Card
The admit card has not been released. BPSC usually releases the prelims admit card about a week before the exam, so expect it only after the new date is announced.
When it is out, you will download it from the BPSC website using your registration number and password. Check your name, photo, roll number, exam centre and reporting time carefully.
How to Check the New BPSC 72nd Exam Date
- Go to the official website, bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Open the latest notices or the “What’s New” section on the home page.
- Look for a notice on the 72nd Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination.
- Open the PDF and note the exam date, shift timing and admit card date.
Our BPSC page and this post will be updated on the same day.
What Should BPSC 72nd Aspirants Do Now?
A postponement gives you extra time. Use it well:
- Keep a fixed routine. Plan as if the exam is about 6 to 8 weeks away, so you are ready whenever the date comes.
- Solve previous year papers. Work through the BPSC prelims PYQs to understand which topics BPSC repeats.
- Take full-length mocks. Attempt timed BPSC mock tests of 150 questions in 2 hours, and practise skipping guesses because of negative marking.
- Stay current. A longer gap means more current affairs. Follow daily current affairs, with special attention to Bihar.
- Start Mains answer writing. The gap between prelims and mains is usually short, so begin practising GS answers and essays now.
- Keep your login details safe. You will need your registration number and password to download the admit card.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the BPSC 72nd CCE prelims exam date?
BPSC has not announced the new date yet. The prelims was postponed from 26 July 2026 and again from 25 October 2026.
Why was the BPSC 72nd prelims postponed?
BPSC’s notice of 12 October 2026 cited unavoidable reasons. No detailed reason was given.
How many vacancies are there in BPSC 72nd CCE?
The vacancy count has been revised to 1,186 posts from the 1,230 announced in the notification.
When will the BPSC 72nd admit card be released?
After the new exam date is announced. BPSC usually releases the prelims admit card about a week before the exam.
Is there negative marking in BPSC 72nd prelims?
Yes. One-third of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer in the 150-mark General Studies paper.
Where will the new exam date be announced?
On the official BPSC website, bpsc.bihar.gov.in. We will also update this post as soon as it is out.
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