Preparing for the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam is a journey of discipline, dedication, and smart strategy. Whether you're a first-time aspirant or repeating with a fresh mindset, this guide is designed to provide you with a clear and practical roadmap.
📘 BPSC Exam Pattern (Latest Updated Format)
The BPSC Civil Services Exam is conducted in three stages:
🟢 1. Preliminary Exam
Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
Total Marks: 150
Duration: 2 hours
Negative Marking: ✅ Yes, 1/4th mark deducted for every wrong answer
📌 Syllabus Includes:
History (India & Bihar)
Geography (India & Bihar)
Indian Polity
Indian Economy
General Science
Current Affairs (National & International)
Important schemes, events, and culture of Bihar
Maths and reasoning
🟠 2. Mains Exam (Descriptive Format)
Total Papers: 5
Total Marks Considered for Merit: 900
Paper Marks Nature
General Hindi 100 Qualifying (30% needed)
General Studies Paper I 300 Merit-based
General Studies Paper II 300 Merit-based
Essay 300 Merit-based
Optional Subject 100 Qualifying only objective in nature .
✅ Optional subject is now of qualifying nature and does not count toward final merit, but must be cleared.
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🟣 3. Interview / Personality Test
Marks: 120
Tests your awareness, confidence, understanding of Bihar-related issues, and suitability for administration.
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📚 Booklist & Resources for Each Subject
🏛️ History:
NCERTs (Class 6–12)
Spectrum by Rajiv Ahir
🌍 Geography:
NCERTs + G.C. Leong
Bihar Atlas (for state geography)
🧾 Polity:
M. Laxmikanth – Indian Polity
📈 Economy:
ncert
Budget & Economic Survey (India + Bihar)
🧪 Science:
NCERTs (6–10)
Current science news from newspapers/magazines
📰 Current Affairs:
The Hindu / Indian Express
Monthly compilations: Vision IAS / Drishti Bihar
📕 Bihar Specific:
Bihar Samagra (Drishti)
Crown’s Bihar GK
Bihar Government Websites & Budget
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🧠 Strategy to Crack BPSC – Step-by-Step
✅ Step 1: Build Your Base
Start with NCERTs and standard books. Don’t rush — give time to understand concepts.
✅ Step 2: Know Bihar Inside-Out
Since BPSC is a state PCS, understanding Bihar’s:
History & Freedom Movement
Social & Cultural Issues
Current schemes & governance is crucial.
✅ Step 3: Solve Previous Year Papers
Analyze at least 10 years of BPSC papers to identify question patterns.
✅ Step 4: Answer Writing for Mains
Start writing 150–250 word answers daily
Focus on structure: Intro → Body → Conclusion
Practice Essay writing on contemporary and Bihar-specific topics
✅ Step 5: Mock Tests
Join a reliable test series for both Prelims and Mains
Simulate exam conditions for time management
Review every mock thoroughly
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📌 Optional Subject Strategy
As the optional paper is now qualifying (100 marks), choose:
A subject with familiarity or overlap with GS
Easily available notes and guidance
Popular Optionals: Sociology, Political Science, History, Hindi Literature
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📆 Suggested Daily Study Plan (Full-Time Aspirants)
Time Slot Focus Area
6:00 AM – 8:00 AM Reading Newspaper + Notes
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Core Subject (Polity, History etc.)
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Bihar Special + Optional
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM MCQ Practice / Mock Tests
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Mains Answer Writing / Essay
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🚫 Mistakes to Avoid
Ignoring Bihar GK — it's a game-changer
Leaving optional for the last
Only reading passively — instead, revise and practice
Using too many resources — stick to limited, reliable sources
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🎓 Final Words of Advice
> “Consistency is more important than intensity. Study daily, revise weekly, and stay focused.”
The BPSC exam rewards clarity, presence of mind, and commitment. With the right planning, even an average student can become an extraordinary administrator.
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✍️ Written by
Lalan Choudhary
BPSC Rank 72 – 66th Combined Civil Services Exam
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