BPSC Syllabus 2026, Download Detailed Syllabus PDF

BPSC syllabus not only covers broad areas like history, geography, polity, economy, science, and current affairs but also includes a special focus on Bihar’s history, geography, and socio-economic conditions. In the Mains exam, candidates also have to prepare for descriptive papers, including General Hindi, Essay, General Studies Papers, and one Optional Subject.

BPSC Mains Syllabus 2026

BPSC Mains Exam 2026 is the second stage of the recruitment process and plays a decisive role in the final selection. Unlike the prelims, this exam is descriptive in nature, and the marks scored here are counted towards the final merit list (except the qualifying Hindi paper).

The Mains consists of four compulsory papers and one optional subject paper. Each paper is descriptive and carries a duration of 3 hours.

General Hindi (Qualifying Paper)

• This paper carries 100 marks.
• Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks (30 marks for the General Category; relaxation for reserved categories).
• Marks of this paper are not added to the final merit list, but failing to qualify leads to disqualification.

Syllabus for General Hindi

• Essay writing
• Grammar (व्याकरण)
• Sentence formation (वाक्य संरचना)
• Comprehension passage
• Summary writing (सारांश लेखन)

The paper tests the candidate’s command over Hindi language, focusing on basic grammar and written expression.

General Studies Paper 1 Syllabus

• Modern History of India and Indian Culture
  • Struggle for independence, important movements, and contributions of Bihar.
  • Social and economic changes during colonial rule.
  • Indian Renaissance and reform movements.
• Current Events of National and International Importance
  • Significant political, social, and economic events.
  • International relations and global developments.
• Statistical Analysis, Graphs, and Diagrams
  • Interpretation of data.
  • Graphical presentation and logical analysis.

General Studies Paper 2 Syllabus

• Indian Polity
  • Constitution of India.
  • Political system and governance.
  • Panchayati Raj, community development, and decentralization.
• Indian Economy and Geography
  • Planning, economic reforms, and major challenges.
  • Agriculture, industry, and resource distribution.
  • Role and importance of Bihar in India’s economy.
• Role and Impact of Science and Technology in the Development of India
  • Recent developments in science and technology.
  • Applications of technology in governance and society.

Essay Paper Syllabus

• Candidates are required to write essays on multiple topics.
• Focus is on clear presentation, logical arrangement of ideas, critical thinking, and effective communication.
• Topics generally cover social issues, economic challenges, politics, culture, environment, and Bihar-specific themes.

Download BPSC Prelims & Mains Syllabus PDF in Hindi

BPSC Mains Optional Subject Paper

Candidates can choose one subject from the prescribed list of 34 optional subjects. The optional subject allows candidates to score high as they can choose a discipline aligned with their academic background or interest.

This optional subject plays a major role in the final selection since it carries 300 marks and allows candidates to choose a subject aligned with their background or interests.