Description
The Bihar Public Service Commission has announced the timetable for the Integrated 71st Combined Main (Written) Competitive Examination 2026. As per the notification released on March 23, 2026, the mains exam will be held from April 25 to April 30, 2026, at designated centres in Patna.
The Commission has specified that no exam will be conducted on April 26, 2026. Candidates who have qualified for the mains stage should carefully review the full schedule, as the exam will take place over several days with different shifts.
BPSC 71st Mains 2026: Exam Schedule
April 25, 2026 (Saturday)
09:30 AM – 12:30 PM: General Hindi
02:00 PM – 05:00 PM: Essay
April 27, 2026 (Monday)
10:00 AM – 01:00 PM: General Studies Paper I
April 28, 2026 (Tuesday)
10:00 AM – 01:00 PM: General Studies Paper II
April 29, 2026 (Wednesday)
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Optional Subject (Integrated CCE)
April 30, 2026 (Thursday)
10:00 AM – 01:00 PM: Optional Subject (Financial Administrative Officer)
Important Instructions
The Commission has informed that all exam centres will be located within Patna. Candidates must reach their respective venues on time and follow the reporting schedule mentioned on their admit cards, as timings differ for each paper.
Aspirants should also regularly visit the official BPSC website and social media channels for the latest updates. Information regarding admit cards and detailed exam-day guidelines will be released soon.
What Happens After the Mains?
The Integrated 71st Combined Competitive Examination is a key step in the BPSC selection process. Candidates who clear the mains will be shortlisted for the interview stage, which will play a crucial role in final selection for various administrative positions in the state.
With the exam schedule now confirmed, candidates are advised to focus on revision and answer-writing practice to perform well in this final written stage.
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