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BPSC Syllabus 2026

The BPSC exam assesses candidates' knowledge across a wide range of subjects and their analytical abilities to recruit for various state-level civil services and posts. Topics below follow the official BPSC notification pattern — check the linked notification for the authoritative list.

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Preliminary — General Studies

Indian History
Geography of India
Indian Polity and Governance
Economic Development and Reforms
Science and Technology
Environment and Ecology
Current Affairs

Preliminary — General Mental Ability

Logical Reasoning
Quantitative Aptitude
Data Interpretation
Verbal Reasoning
Basic Numeracy

Main — General Studies I

Indian Heritage and Culture
History of India
Geography of the World
Society and Social Issues

Main — General Studies II

Indian Constitution
Governance and Public Policy
Political System and Public Administration
Social Justice and Welfare

Main — Optional Subject

Ancient Indian History
Medieval Indian History
Modern Indian History
Art and Culture

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BPSC Syllabus 2026 FAQ

Is the BPSC exam conducted in multiple stages?

Yes, the BPSC Combined Competitive Examination is typically conducted in two stages: a Preliminary exam and a Main exam.

How many optional subjects are available for the BPSC Mains exam?

The commission provides a list of optional subjects from which candidates can choose one for the Mains examination.

What is the nature of the questions in the Preliminary exam?

The Preliminary exam consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions.

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