BPSC 71st CCE prelims 2025: Answer key releasing soon, check expected cut off and other details

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) successfully conducted the 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Prelims 2025 on September 13, witnessing over 64% attendance across 912 centres in 37 districts.

Approximately 3.57 lakh candidates downloaded their admit cards and appeared for this crucial first step in Bihar’s civil services selection. The exam was held under strict security and high-level monitoring to ensure fairness. With candidates eager to estimate their scores, the focus now shifts to the answer key, expected cut-off marks, and next steps for qualifiers. Preparing early for the Mains exam is essential for those aiming to progress in this competitive journey.

BPSC 71st CCE answer key release

BPSC is expected to release the official answer key by late September or early October 2025. In the meantime, several coaching institutes have already published unofficial answer keys, allowing candidates to cross-check their answers and get an approximate score. Once released, candidates can download the official answer key from the BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in.

Expected BPSC cut-off marks

Based on the cut-off trends from the previous years, the expected cut-off marks for the 71st BPSC Prelims (out of 150) are:

Note: These are estimated cut-offs and may vary upon the official announcement.

BPSC result declaration

The official BPSC Prelims result is expected to be announced by October 2025. Candidates can check their results on the official BPSC website once released.Candidates who qualify the Prelims will be eligible to appear for the Mains examination. Early preparation focusing on General Studies, General Hindi, and the optional subject is recommended to enhance the chances of success.