BPSC 72nd CCE prelims 2026 postponed again; revised date pending

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has postponed the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Preliminary Examination, which was previously scheduled for October 25, 2026. This marks the second time the preliminary examination for the 2026 cycle has been deferred, with the commission citing “unavoidable reasons” for the latest change.

The postponement affects candidates who had applied for the 1,189 vacancies across various government posts in Bihar. The BPSC has stated that a revised examination date will be announced in due course, and aspirants are directed to monitor the official BPSC website for further notifications regarding the new schedule, admit cards, and other examination-related instructions.

Previous Postponements and Tentative Dates

The 72nd BPSC CCE Preliminary Examination was initially scheduled to be held in July 2026. However, the commission postponed it and next included October 25, 2026, as a tentative date in its revised examination calendar. The latest announcement confirms the second postponement for this examination cycle, as the dates listed in the BPSC examination calendar were explicitly noted as tentative.

The BPSC had previously released a public notice on July 18, 2026, mentioning the postponement of the July 26, 2026, exam date, also citing “Deferred due to unavoidable reason” at that time. The commission has now listed the latest postponement notice on its official website, bpsc.bihar.gov.in.

Application Details and Selection Process

The online application process for the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination commenced on May 07, 2026, with the last date for application and fee payment being May 31, 2026. The application fee for all category candidates was ₹100/-. The selection process for the 72nd CCE generally involves a Preliminary Examination, followed by a Main Examination, and an Interview.

The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 1,189 vacancies across various departments, including Sub-Divisional Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Assistant Commissioner of State Tax, and others. The age limit for candidates, as of August 01, 2026, varied by post and category, with a minimum age of 20-22 years and maximum ages ranging from 37 years for UR Male to 42 years for SC/ST candidates.

Vacancy Distribution and Eligibility

The 1,189 vacancies for the 72nd CCE are distributed across various government posts. The BPSC examination calendar provides a detailed breakdown of these posts, with a significant number under the 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination, along with specific roles such as Child Development Project Officer and Financial Administrative Officer. The age limits for candidates were set as of August 01, 2026, with variations based on the specific post and reservation category.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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