BPSC Stenographer Exam 2026 Postponed to June 11, 2026
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced a postponement of the entrance examination for the Stenographer post. Originally scheduled for May 9, 2026, the exam will now be conducted on Thursday, June 11, 2026. This decision was communicated through a notification issued on Monday, with the commission citing administrative reasons for the delay.
Key Details of BPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026
The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 15 vacancies, distributed across various categories to ensure equitable representation. The seat breakdown is as follows:
- Economically Weaker Section: 7 seats
- Scheduled Caste: 1 seat
- Scheduled Tribe: 2 seats
- Other Backward Classes: 3 seats
- Backward Classes: 2 seats
Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit
Candidates must have completed their 10+2 education or hold an equivalent degree from a recognized board. Additionally, applicants are required to possess stenography skills in both Hindi and English, along with basic computer knowledge.
The age limit varies by category:
- Minimum age: 18 years for all candidates
- Maximum age: 37 years for General (Male) and BC/EBC (Male & Female)
- 40 years for General (Female)
- 42 years for SC/ST (Male & Female)
Pay Scale and Application Details
Selected candidates will be compensated as per Level IV of the pay scale, which ranges from Rs 25,500 to Rs 81,100. The application window for this recruitment has already closed, with the last date for submission being February 2, 2026.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The recruitment process comprises a written examination followed by a Practical Test (Skill Test). The written exam is objective or MCQ-based, consisting of 150 questions totaling 600 marks. Each question carries 4 marks, with a penalty of -1 mark for incorrect answers. The duration of the exam is 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The question paper is divided into three sections:
- General Studies: 50 questions
- General Science & Mathematics: 50 questions
- Mental Ability (Reasoning, Comprehension, Logic): 50 questions
Minimum Qualifying Marks
The minimum qualifying marks vary by category:
- General candidates: 40%
- Backward Class: 36.5%
- EBC: 34%
- SC/ST/Women and PwD: 32%
Syllabus Overview for BPSC Stenographer Exam 2026
General Studies covers a broad spectrum of topics, including current affairs, scientific advancements, awards, languages, important books, capitals and currencies, sports, Indian history, geography, and the economy. It also delves into the Constitution and political system, Panchayati Raj, and various development schemes that drive governance at different levels. Special emphasis is placed on Bihar’s role in the national movement.
The General Science and Mathematics section focuses on basic concepts from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, and basic computer knowledge. The mathematics portion includes number systems, decimals and fractions, percentages, ratio and average, as well as profit and loss and interest calculations.
The Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning section tests skills in analogy, identifying similarities and differences, problem-solving, coding-decoding, number series, and logical reasoning.
Prospective candidates are advised to prepare thoroughly across all sections to meet the qualifying criteria and secure a position in this competitive recruitment process.
