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The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially confirmed that the 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Prelims 2025 will be conducted on September 13, 2025, firmly dismissing any circulating rumours about a postponement.
The announcement provides clarity for thousands of aspirants preparing for one of Bihar’s most competitive state-level exams.
BPSC exam postponement rumours denied
On August 30, 2025, BPSC issued a press statement explicitly stating that the 71st CCE Prelims will proceed as scheduled. The Commission emphasised that all updates regarding exam dates, admit cards, and other crucial announcements would be shared exclusively via the official BPSC website, verified social media channels, or formal press releases.The statement comes amid widespread misinformation on social media, which caused confusion among candidates. BPSC has urged aspirants to avoid unofficial sources, warning that relying on unverified information could jeopardise exam preparation plans.
Important information for candidates
Candidates will be given sufficient time to download their admit cards and check their exam center details, following the usual practice from previous years. Experts recommend that candidates:
- Regularly monitor the BPSC official website for updates.
- Keep all documents ready, including ID proof and previous exam references.
- Plan travel to exam centers in advance to avoid last-minute disruptions.
Vacancy updates: 71st CCE and AEDO recruitment
The total number of vacancies for the 71st CCE has been revised from 1,250 to 1,264, reflecting the inclusion of 14 Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) posts.
This slight increase provides additional opportunities for candidates aspiring for state administrative and police services.In a parallel recruitment effort, BPSC has also launched the Assistant Education Development Officer (AEDO) recruitment 2025, opening 935 vacancies in the Education Department. Applications are being accepted online from August 27 to September 26, 2025. Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute website traffic issues.
AEDO Vacancy Distribution
- Unreserved (UR): 374
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 131
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 150
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 10
- Extremely Backward Classes (EBC): 168
- Backward Classes (BC): 112
- Backward Class Women (BCW): 90
This distribution reflects BPSC’s adherence to reservation policies and ensures representation across categories. Aspirants are encouraged to check eligibility criteria and other details on the official BPSC portal before applying.
Advisory for aspirants
BPSC has reiterated that any updates regarding exams, admit cards, or recruitment will be communicated only through official channels. Aspirants are advised to:
- Bookmark the official BPSC website and follow verified social media accounts.
- Avoid forwarding or acting upon unverified information circulating on social media.
- Keep track of deadlines for applications, admit card downloads, and exam dates.
With the Prelims date now confirmed, candidates can focus entirely on revision, practice tests, and strategy planning, ensuring they are fully prepared for one of Bihar’s most competitive examinations.