BPSC 71st Mains Result 2026 Out, 3392 Candidates Shortlisted for Interview

Highlights of BPSC 71st CCE Recruitment 2026

• Exam Name: BPSC 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2026

• Conducting Body: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)

• Total Vacancies: 1,298 Posts

• Mains Exam Dates: April 25 – April 30, 2026

• Mains Result Date: November 6, 2026

• Shortlisted Candidates for Interview: 3,392

• Selection Stage Remaining: Personality Test / Interview (120 Marks)

• Official Website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in

Key Exam Statistics & Selection Breakdown

Following the Prelims screening exam held on September 13, 2025, 13,368 candidates qualified to sit for the written Mains examination.

• Total Appearing Candidates in Mains: ~13,368

• Candidates Shortlisted for Interview: 3,392

• Selection Ratio: Approx. 2.6 times the total advertised posts (1,298 posts)

The final merit list will be prepared out of 1,020 total evaluation marks (900 marks from GS Papers & Essay + 120 marks from the Interview). Marks obtained in General Hindi and the qualifying optional paper are non-merit screening components.

How to Check BPSC 71st Mains Result 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to download the merit list PDF:

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official BPSC portal at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.

2. Locate Notification: On the homepage, look for the link titled “Results: Integrated 71st Combined Main (Written) Competitive Examination”.

3. Open the PDF: Click the link to open the merit list PDF containing the roll numbers of shortlisted candidates.

4. Search Roll Number: Press Ctrl + F (or use the search bar on mobile) and enter your Roll Number.

5. Save PDF: Download and print a copy of the result PDF for future reference during document verification and interview call letter downloads.

What’s Next: Interview Schedule & Document Verification

With the Mains result out, shortlisted candidates must prepare for the final Personality Test (120 Marks). The commission will release the detailed interview schedule alongside call letter download links on its website shortly.

Essential Documents Required for Verification:

• Original Admit Cards (Prelims & Mains)

• Matriculation (Class 10) Certificate for Date of Birth verification

• Graduation Degree & Marksheets

• Caste/Category Certificate (issued by competent Bihar state authorities, if applicable)

• Domicile Certificate of Bihar (for reserved category applicants)

• Creamy Layer Exclusion Certificate (for BC/EBC candidates)

• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Passport)

Expert Tips for BPSC Interview (Personality Test)

1. Focus on Bihar-Specific Issues: Review recent socio-economic policies, administrative reforms, state infrastructure developments, and local governance initiatives implemented across Bihar.

2. Brush Up on Optional & DAF Details: Be prepared to answer in-depth questions regarding your educational background, native district history, work experience, and choices listed in your Detailed Application Form (DAF).

3. Mock Interviews: Practice mock panel interviews to improve non-verbal communication, posture, situational leadership responses, and clarity of expression.

FAQs

Q1: How many candidates qualified for the BPSC 71st Mains Interview?

A total of 3,392 candidates cleared the written examination to qualify for the interview stage.

Q2: What is the weightage of the BPSC 71st Interview round?

The interview round carries 120 marks.

Q3: Where can I check the cut-off marks for BPSC 71st Mains?

Category-wise cut-off marks are published at the tail end of the official result PDF released on bpsc.bihar.gov.in.