The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam is one of the most prestigious state-level examinations in India. Every year, lakhs of aspirants compete for a chance to secure a government job in Bihar. While preparing for the exam, one of the most common questions that pops up is "Is there any limit for the BPSC exam?" Today, we’ll explore this in detail. But first, let’s understand the exam.
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the BPSC exam, a candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university. There is no minimum percentage required, but your degree should be valid as per the UGC guidelines.
How to Prepare Effectively?
The BPSC exam is conducted in three stages:
- Prelims
- Mains
- Interview
To crack all these stages, you need a well-structured strategy that includes
1. Solving BPSC Previous Year Question Papers
Going through the BPSC previous year question papers helps you in multiple ways:
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They enable you to understand the exam pattern and question types.
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You can easily identify important topics and repetitive questions.
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Past years’ papers help you practice time management.
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The papers boost your confidence for the actual exam.
You can find these papers in several reliable BPSC books, both online and offline. Make sure to solve at least the last 5–10 years' papers for best results.
2. Choosing the Right BPSC Books
Your selection of study material can make or break your preparation. Look for the books that:
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Cover both Prelims and Mains syllabus
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Include subject-wise theory and practice questions.
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Offer chapter-wise analysis and practice sets.
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Contain solved BPSC previous year question papers for reference
Books that combine theory with ample practice can help you retain better and revise faster.
Moving on, here’s what we know about the “limits” for the exam.
Age Limit for BPSC Exam
Yes, there is an age limit for appearing in the BPSC Combined Competitive Exam. However, it varies depending on the category and post you're applying for:
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General Category (Male): 20–37 years
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General Category (Female): Up to 40 years
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OBC (Male & Female): Up to 40 years
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SC/ST (Male & Female): Up to 42 years
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PWD Candidates: Relaxation up to 10 years depending on the category
Note: The age is calculated as of August 1 of the exam year.
Number of Attempts in BPSC
Here’s some good news—BPSC does not restrict the number of attempts. Candidates can appear as many times as they want, provided they are within the eligible age bracket. So, your focus should be on preparation rather than worrying about the number of tries.
Final Thoughts
So, to answer the main question: There’s no attempt limit for the BPSC exam, but there is an age limit based on your category. This means you have multiple chances to crack the exam—if you start preparing strategically and stay consistent.
Focus on:
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Thoroughly understanding the syllabus
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Practicing from previous years’ BPSC question papers
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Choosing the right BPSC books
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Managing your time and revision smartly
With the right approach and study material, you can crack BPSC in your next attempt. So don’t let age or attempt worries hold you back—get started today!
