Question 1

What is the total marks and duration of the BPSC CCE Prelims exam?

Accepted Answer

The exam consists of a single objective paper carrying 150 marks for 150 questions, with a time duration of 2 hours.

Question 2

Does BPSC implement negative marking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, negative marking of 1/3rd mark (-0.33) applies to every incorrect answer across all questions.

Question 3

Is there a separate qualifying CSAT paper in BPSC like UPSC?

Accepted Answer

No, BPSC integrates General Mental Ability questions directly within the single 150-mark General Studies paper instead of holding a separate qualifying aptitude test.

Question 4

Can candidates from states other than Bihar apply for the exam?

Accepted Answer

Yes, candidates nationwide can apply, but out-of-state applicants are treated under the Unreserved (UR/General) category regardless of their home-state reservations.

Question 5

What weightage does Bihar-specific static and current GK carry?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 25 to 30 questions (20% to 25% of the paper) routinely focus on Bihar's history, geography, economy, schemes, and contemporary affairs.

Question 6

What is the age limit criteria for General male and female candidates?

Accepted Answer

The general minimum age is 20, 21, or 22 years (depending on specific posts), and the upper age limit for UR male candidates is generally 37 years, while it is 40 years for UR females and BC/EBC candidates.

Question 7

Are graduation marks taken into consideration for clearing the BPSC Prelims cut-off?

Accepted Answer

No, selection for the BPSC Mains is based entirely on performance in the objective Prelims paper.

Question 8

Is option 'E' still present in BPSC Prelims multiple-choice questions?

Accepted Answer

BPSC periodically adjusts its options structure (transitioning between 'None of the above / More than one of the above' options). Candidates must carefully check the instructions in the latest notification packet.

Question 9

How many options are typically provided per question in BPSC Prelims?

Accepted Answer

Traditionally, questions feature 5 options (A through E), requiring high precision to avoid negative marking on ambiguous statements.

Question 10

What is the qualifying percentage criteria for various categories in BPSC Prelims?

Accepted Answer

While minimum qualifying thresholds exist (e.g., 40% for General, 36.5% for BC, 34% for EBC, 32% for SC/ST/Female), actual selection is strictly governed by the competitive cut-off list.

Question 11

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Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Can Hindi medium aspirants take free BPSC full-length mock tests on TestMeNow?

Accepted Answer

Yes, 100% of TestMeNow's BPSC question bank, explanations, and daily challenges are available in pure Hindi with native terminology, giving Hindi medium aspirants the exact exam feel.

Question 13

Can I attempt BPSC 70th CCE mock tests and previous year questions on mobile without an app?

Accepted Answer

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