Overview
Bihar Public Service Commission has announced recruitment for 3 Research Officer posts, detailing eligibility, age limits, salary, selection stages, application steps, and key dates.
Key Details
- Organization
- Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
- Qualification
- Post Graduation in History or Economics or Social Sciences with at least 55%
- Vacancies
- 3
- Posted
- 28 January 2026
- Last date to apply
- 18 February 2026
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 28 January 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 18 February 2026 |
| Advertisement Publication Date | 27 January 2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Unreserved: 2; Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 1
Selection Process
Preliminary Competitive Examination (Objective General Studies – 150 marks, 2 hours) → Main Competitive Examination (General Hindi & General English – Qualifying 40 marks each, General Studies Paper‑1 & 2 – 300 marks each, Optional Subject – 300 marks) → Interview (110 marks + 10 marks preference for research experience, total 120 marks)
How to Apply
Register on the BPSC online portal (https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in), Complete profile with personal, address, qualification, and experience details, Upload photo, signature, and lock the profile, Apply for the advertisement, Submit the application form, Pay the application fee
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Online Application Start Date: 28 January 2026; Online Application Last Date: 18 February 2026; Advertisement Publication Date: 27 January 2026
What is the application fee?
General: 100; Biometric: 200
What is the age limit?
21 to 37/40/42 years (as on 01 August 2025)
What is the selection process?
Preliminary Competitive Examination (Objective General Studies – 150 marks, 2 hours) → Main Competitive Examination (General Hindi & General English – Qualifying 40 marks each, General Studies Paper‑1 & 2 – 300 marks each, Optional Subject – 300 marks) → Interview (110 marks + 10 marks preference for research experience, total 120 marks)