BPSC 72nd CCE Preliminary Exam 2026 Postponed - Admit Card Update
Published: 18 Jul 2026 · Updated: 20 Jul 2026
1,186 Total Vacancies
Important Dates
| Exam Date | Postponed - new date yet to be announced |
| Admit Card Available | Not yet released - will follow the revised exam date announcement |
| Result Date | To be announced |
| Original Exam Date | 26 Jul 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Online Apply Start Date | 07 May 2026 |
| Postponement Notice Date | 18 Jul 2026 |
Application Fee
| General | ₹100 |
| Payment Mode | Online - Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card/Mobile Wallet |
Age Limit & Eligibility
| Minimum Age | 20 years |
| Maximum Age | 42 years |
| Age As On | 01 Aug 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per BPSC/Bihar Government rules; maximum age varies by category - 37 years (UR Male), 40 years (Female UR, BC/EBC Male & Female), 42 years (SC/ST Male & Female) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university; specific post-wise subject/optional requirements apply for Child Development Project Officer, Financial Administrative Officer and Sub-Divisional Protection Officer posts |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total | Gen | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination | 1033 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Child Development Project Officer | 20 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Financial Administrative Officer & Equivalent | 32 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sub-Divisional Protection Officer | 101 | — | — | — | — | — |
72nd CCE Pre Exam Postponement - What Happened
BPSC had scheduled the 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination for 26 July 2026. Through a notice dated 18 July 2026, the commission postponed this exam and stated that the revised date would be announced separately. As of now no new exam date has been notified, so the admit card for this exam has also not been released.
How to Check the BPSC 72nd Pre Admit Card Status
- Go to the official BPSC website at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Open the section for the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary) 2026.
- Look for the admit card notice or the latest update once BPSC issues the revised exam schedule.
- Log in using your Registration Number/Enrollment Number and Date of Birth on the candidate portal.
- Once released, download the admit card and verify your exam date, shift timing, exam centre and other instructions carefully.
- Take a clear printout of the admit card and keep it safe for the exam day.
- Keep visiting the official website regularly, since the admit card link is not active yet and will go live only after the new exam date is confirmed.
Mode of Selection
- Preliminary Exam
- Main Exam
Category-wise Vacancy (72nd CCE Preliminary)
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 513 |
| EWS | 116 |
| EBC | 196 |
| BC | 140 |
| BC-Female | 36 |
| SC | 175 |
| ST | 10 |
Post-wise Eligibility
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination | Graduation (Bachelor's Degree) or an equivalent examination from a recognized university |
| Child Development Project Officer | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university, plus one optional subject for the main exam from Home Science, Psychology, Sociology, or Labour & Social Welfare |
| Financial Administrative Officer & Equivalent | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university/affiliated institution in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics |
| Sub-Divisional Protection Officer | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university in Psychology or Law, plus one optional subject for the main exam from Psychology or Law |
Important Links
| Check Exam Postponed Notice | Click Here ↗ |
| Original Exam Programme Notice (26 July 2026 - now postponed) | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here ↗ |
| Corrigendum Notice | Click Here ↗ |
| Candidate Login / Apply Online Portal | Apply Online ↗ |
| BPSC Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Important Questions
Q. What is the exam date for BPSC 72nd CCE Preliminary Exam 2026 Postponed - Admit Card Update?
Ans. The exam is scheduled for Postponed - new date yet to be announced.
Q. What is the age limit for BPSC 72nd CCE Preliminary Exam 2026 Postponed - Admit Card Update?
Ans. Minimum age 20 years and maximum age 42 years (as on 01 Aug 2026). See the official notification for age relaxation.
Q. What is the educational qualification for BPSC 72nd CCE Preliminary Exam 2026 Postponed - Admit Card Update?
Ans. Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university; specific post-wise subject/optional requirements apply for Child Development Project Officer, Financial Administrative Officer and Sub-Divisional Protection Officer posts
Q. How to apply for BPSC 72nd CCE Preliminary Exam 2026 Postponed - Admit Card Update?
Ans. Use the official link in the Important Links section on this page, or apply through the official website of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) before the last date.
Q. What is the official website of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)?
Ans. The official website link is provided in the Important Links section above.
Disclaimer: SarkariPitara is not an official government website. The information above is aggregated from the official notification for quick reference. Candidates must read the official notification carefully and verify all details from the official website before applying.