BPSC 72nd preliminary exam postponed again, when will the exam be held now? Know what could be the new possible date and the latest update of the Commission

The integrated 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination to be conducted for recruitment to more than 1,180 posts of Administrative Services (SDO, DSP, Revenue Officer etc.) in Bihar has once again been postponed by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) due to unavoidable reasons. As per the pre-examination calendar of the Commission, this examination was to be conducted on 25 October 2026 (Sunday) in one shift at various centers across the state.

The Commission has issued an official notice clarifying that the examination proposed to be held on October 25 is postponed with immediate effect and the new date for its conduct will be announced soon separately on the official website.

Keeping in view the examination cycle of BPSC, the upcoming festival season and administrative commitments, experts are looking at the following mathematics of new possible dates:

• November end or December 2026: In the last week of October, due to big festivals like Diwali and Chhath Mahaparva, the administrative staff in Bihar remains completely busy. In such a situation, the Commission has the most favorable time to conduct the examination. Last fortnight of November or first/second week of December Can be made in.

• Sunday Slot: BPSC preliminary examinations are generally conducted in single shift on Sunday. If the Commission shows bullishness in November, then 22 or 29 November and otherwise 6 or 13 December 2026 could be the most likely dates.

• Extra time for preparation: With the postponement of the exam, more than 5 lakh candidates have got additional time of 4 to 6 weeks to strengthen their preparations for the General Studies (GS) paper of the preliminary exam and Bihar Special.

BPSC preliminary exam is based on a single General Studies paper of 150 marks, in which 150 multiple choice questions are asked.

• Negative Marking: The provision of 1/3 (one-third) negative marking remains applicable in the examination, hence students should avoid making mistakes and concentrate on giving accurate answers.

• Admit Card: After the declaration of new exam date, e-admit cards will be made available on the official portal about 7 to 10 days before the exam.

Candidates are advised to check the official website of the Commission instead of misleading dates on social media. bpsc.bihar.gov.in Keep an eye on.