The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has been one of the most active recruiting bodies in 2026, conducting the prestigious 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) for various Group A and Group B state posts and preparing for the much-awaited Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE 4.0). For the 72nd CCE, BPSC released the official notification on 5 May 2026 for 1,186 vacancies, and the recruitment cycle is currently active with the Preliminary Examination scheduled for 26 July 2026. Interested aspirants should read the details below carefully and always cross-check with the official notification.
BPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post Name | 72nd CCE posts (SDO/Senior Deputy Collector, DSP, Sub Registrar, Assistant Director and others); TRE 4.0 School Teachers (upcoming) |
| Category | State Government Jobs |
| Total Vacancies | 1,186 (72nd CCE); approximately 46,000+ expected for TRE 4.0 |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.bpsc.bih.nic.in |
Important Dates
The key dates for the BPSC 72nd CCE 2026 are listed below. Kindly note that the application window has already closed; the dates are retained for reference. TRE 4.0 dates are tentative and expected to be announced soon.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release (72nd CCE) | 5 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 7 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 May 2026 (closed) |
| Prelims Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | To be announced (as per official notification) |
| TRE 4.0 Notification | Expected July 2026 (tentative) |
Vacancy Details
For the 72nd CCE, BPSC initially announced 1,230 posts, which were later revised to 1,186 after removal of certain Cane Officer posts that fall under separate recruitment rules. The vacancies cover several reputed posts such as Sub Divisional Officer/Senior Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), District Commandant, Sub Registrar, Assistant Director and other administrative roles spread across various Bihar Government departments. Separately, the BPSC TRE 4.0 drive is expected to bring more than 46,000 school teacher vacancies (Primary, Middle, Secondary and Senior Secondary). Candidates are advised to confirm the exact category-wise distribution from the official notification PDF.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For the 72nd CCE, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (graduation) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university. A few posts may carry post-specific requirements, so aspirants should verify post-wise eligibility in the notification. For TRE 4.0 teaching posts, the qualification depends on the level (Primary/Middle/Secondary/Senior Secondary) and generally includes the relevant degree/diploma along with CTET/BTET or STET qualification, as applicable.
Age Limit
For the 72nd CCE, the minimum age is generally 20 to 22 years depending on the post, calculated as on 1 August 2026. The upper age limit is around 37 years for general male candidates, up to 40 years for women and backward class candidates, and up to 42 years for SC/ST candidates. Age relaxation is provided to reserved categories (OBC, SC/ST), women and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) as per Bihar Government rules. Candidates must verify exact age figures and relaxation slabs in the official notification.
Application Fee
As per the BPSC 72nd CCE notification, the fee structure was as follows:
- All categories: Rs 100 (examination fee)
- Additional biometric charge of Rs 200 for applicants without Aadhaar authentication
Fee is paid online. For TRE 4.0 and other upcoming posts, the fee will be specified in the respective notification.
Salary / Pay Scale
Posts under the BPSC 72nd CCE are governed by the 7th Pay Commission and fall under Pay Level 6, Level 7 and Level 9 depending on the role. In addition to basic pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) and other admissible benefits as per Bihar Government norms. The exact pay scale for each post is mentioned in the official notification, and TRE 4.0 teacher salary will be released with its own notification.
Selection Process
The BPSC Combined Competitive Examination is conducted in three stages:
- Preliminary Examination (objective type, screening test)
- Main Examination (descriptive type)
- Personality Test / Interview
The final merit list is prepared on the basis of Mains and Interview marks. For TRE 4.0, selection is generally through a written examination followed by document verification, as per the official notification.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official BPSC website at https://www.bpsc.bih.nic.in
- Locate the relevant recruitment link (e.g., the active 72nd CCE or upcoming TRE 4.0 notification).
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to generate your login credentials.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational and category details.
- Upload the scanned photograph, signature and required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online through the available payment options.
- Submit the form and download a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general guidance only and is based on publicly available reports at the time of writing. Recruitment details such as vacancies, eligibility, fees, dates and the selection process are subject to change. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details from the official BPSC notification and website (https://www.bpsc.bih.nic.in) before applying. IndianJobzz is not responsible for any discrepancy.