The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) conducts various competitive examinations for recruitment to different government services and positions in the state of Bihar. The exam format can vary depending on the specific BPSC exam you are interested in, but I’ll provide a general overview of the typical format followed by most BPSC examinations:
- Preliminary Examination (Prelims):
- Objective Type: The preliminary examination usually consists of objective-type questions, also known as multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Paper Pattern: The preliminary exam is divided into two papers – Paper I and Paper II.
- Paper I: This paper often contains questions related to General Studies, including subjects like History, Geography, Economics, Polity, and Current Affairs.
- Paper II: This paper assesses your knowledge of the optional subject you have chosen (if applicable).
- Marking Scheme: Each correct answer is awarded a certain number of marks, while there may be a penalty (negative marking) for incorrect answers.
- Main Examination (Mains):
- Subjective Type: The main examination is typically a written examination consisting of subjective-type questions.
- Paper Pattern: The main examination consists of several papers, and the number and subjects of the papers can vary depending on the specific BPSC exam. Common papers include:
- General Hindi
- General Studies (Paper I and Paper II)
- Optional Subjects (if applicable)
- Other relevant subjects related to the specific position or service.
- Syllabus: The syllabus for each paper is provided in the official BPSC exam notification. Candidates need to prepare thoroughly for each subject as per the syllabus.
- Interview (Personality Test):
- After clearing the preliminary and main examinations, candidates are called for a personal interview or personality test.
- The interview panel assesses the candidate’s personality, communication skills, knowledge, and suitability for the position.
- Questions in the interview may cover a wide range of topics, including current affairs, ethical dilemmas, and your background and interests.
- Optional Subjects (if applicable):
- In some BPSC exams, candidates have the option to choose one or more optional subjects based on their interests and qualifications. These optional subjects have their own separate syllabi.
- Final Selection: The final selection of candidates is based on their performance in the preliminary examination, main examination, and the interview. The marks obtained in the main examination and the interview are often combined to determine the final merit list.
- Negative Marking: BPSC exams typically have a negative marking system in the preliminary examination. This means that for every incorrect answer, a certain number of marks is deducted from the total score.
- Language of Examination: The medium of instruction and examination for most BPSC exams is Hindi, although some exams may allow answers to be written in English as well.
Candidates interested in appearing for BPSC exams should carefully read the official notifications for the specific exam they are applying for, as the exam format, syllabus, and eligibility criteria can vary between different BPSC examinations. Additionally, candidates should prepare thoroughly and stay updated on current affairs and relevant subjects to perform well in the examinations.