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Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) conducts recruitment exams to fill various Group A, B, and C vacancies within the state administration. Check Out BPSC Study Notes

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The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) conducts recruitment exams to fill various Group A, B, and C vacancies within the state administration. Aspiring candidates must navigate through a rigorous selection process, akin to the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination. The BPSC exam, similar to the IAS exam, consists of three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview. To ace this examination, aspirants require comprehensive BPSC Study Notes.

BPSC Study Material

BPSC Study Material
Mental ability	Indian polity
Indian movement	Indian agriculture
Bihar economy	Agriculture
Indian economy	Geography of Bihar
Panchayati Raj	History of Bihar
Bihar polity	Current affairs
General science	–

BPSC Exam Pattern

The BPSC exam pattern consists of three stages Prelims, Mains and Interview which is discuss below:

Stage	Type of Exam	Subjects Covered
Preliminary Examination	Objective (MCQs)	General Studies (Paper I), General Studies (Paper II – CSAT)
Main Examination	Descriptive	General Hindi, General Studies (Multiple Papers), Optional Subjects
Interview	Personality Test	Assesses candidate’s personality and suitability for administrative roles

BPSC Prelims Exam Pattern

Subjects	No. of questions	Total Marks	Type of Questions	Duration
General Studies	150	150	MCQs	2 hours
Total	150 questions	150 marks	MCQs	2 hours

BPSC Mains Exam Pattern

Subject	Total Marks	Duration
General Hindi (Qualifying)	100	3 hours
General Studies I	300	3 hours
General Studies II	300	3 hours
Essay	300	3 hours
Optional Paper (Qualifying)	100	3 hours
Total	900 marks (excluding qualifying paper marks)	3 hours for each paper

Important Study Material for BPSC

BPSC Preliminary Examination

General Studies Paper I:
- Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
- Indian Geography (Physical, Economic, Social)
- Indian Polity and Governance (Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy)
- Economic and Social Development (Sustainable Development, Poverty, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives)
- Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, Climate Change
- General Science
General Studies Paper II (CSAT):
- Comprehension
- Interpersonal skills including communication skills
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- General mental ability
- Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc.) (Class X level)

BPSC Main Examination

General Hindi (Qualifying Paper)
General Studies:
- Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
- Indian Geography (Physical, Economic, Social)
- Indian Polity and Governance (Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy)
- Economy and Economic Development
- Science and Technology
- Environment and Disaster Management
- Current Events of National and International Importance
Optional Subjects (Candidates can choose one):
- History
- Geography
- Political Science & International Relations
- Sociology
- Economics
- Public Administration
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Anthropology
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Commerce & Accountancy
- Electrical Engineering
- Geography
- Geology
- Hindi Literature
- English Literature
- Law
- Management
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Science
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Zoology

BPSC Important Topics

History:
- Land Revenue System
- Non-Cooperation Movement
- 1857 Revolt
- Indian National Congress Sessions
- Civil Disobedience Movement
- Viceroys of India
- Delhi Sultanate
- Mansabdari System
Polity:
- Niti Ayog
- Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan Scheme
- Antyodaya Programme
- Census 2011
- Panchayati Raj Institutions
- Parliamentary & Unitary Form of Government
- Order of Precedence
- Writs
- Tribes
Geography & Environment:
- Geological formations of India
- Coral Reefs
- Natural Vegetation
- Tributaries of Rivers
- Mountains and Hills of India
Economics:
- Hindu Growth Rate
- Minimum Support Price (MSP)
- EPCG
- Direct Finance
- Foreign Exchange Reserves
- India’s Exports
- Five-Year Plans

BPSC Preparation Books

NCERT Books: Start with NCERT textbooks from Class 6 to Class 12 for subjects like History, Geography, Polity, Economy, and Science.
Standard Reference Books:
- Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth
- India’s Struggle for Independence by Bipan Chandra
- Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh
- Certificate Physical and Human Geography by Goh Cheng Leong
- Bihar Samanya Gyan by Dr. Binay Karna and Manwendra Mukul
Current Affairs:
- Newspapers: The Hindu, The Indian Express
- Magazines: Yojana, Kurukshetra, Down to Earth
Previous Year Question Papers: Solve and analyze previous years’ question papers to understand the exam pattern and important topics.
Mock Tests and Practice Papers: Practice mock tests regularly to improve time management and assess your preparation level.
BPSC-specific Study Guides:
- Bihar GK by Dr. C. L. Khanna
- Objective Bihar GK & Current Affairs by Sanjay Kumar Sinha
Other Useful Resources:
- India Year Book
- Economic Survey of Bihar
- Reports and publications by Bihar government departments

BPSC Study Notes FAQs

Can I clear BPSC in first attempt?

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam is a gateway to prestigious government jobs in the state. While the competition is fierce, cracking the exam in your first attempt is definitely achievable with the right strategy and dedication.

Can I crack BPSC by self study?

Self-study can be a great way to prepare for the exam, but it's important to avoid common mistakes that many students make.

Is NCERT enough for BPSC?

Yes, NCERT books are sufficient for general exam preparation as a significant portion of the questions, especially in Math and Science, is derived from NCERT material.