The wait is over. BPSC declared the result of the 71st Combined Competitive Mains Examination on 6 November 2026, and 3,392 candidates have made it to the interview stage. If you wrote the Mains in April, this is the news you have been waiting for.
This guide covers the BPSC CCE result step by step: how to download the result PDF, how to find your roll number quickly, what the numbers mean and how to get ready for the interview. If your roll number is not on the list this time, we also have practical advice for your next attempt.
Key Takeaways
- BPSC declared the 71st CCE Mains result on 6 November 2026 on bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- 3,392 candidates have qualified for the interview.
- The result is a PDF list of roll numbers. You don't need to log in to open it.
- Reports put the number of vacancies at 1,298, which means about 2.6 candidates for every post.
- BPSC has not yet announced the interview dates or the category-wise Mains cut-off. Keep checking the official website.
BPSC 71st CCE Mains Result Out: What You Can Do Now
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) published the 71st CCE Mains result on 6 November 2026 on its official website. The first thing to do is download the PDF and look for your roll number.
Download the BPSC 71st CCE Mains result PDF
The result announcement says 3,392 candidates have been shortlisted for the interview. Some reports split this into 3,185 candidates from the Integrated 71st CCE Mains and 207 from the Financial Administrative Officer (and equivalent) examination, which was run as part of the same cycle. Check the split in BPSC's notice itself.
Here is what to do today:
- Download and save the PDF. Keep a copy on your phone and on your computer.
- Check your roll number carefully. Match every digit against your Mains admit card.
- Watch for the next notices. These are the interview schedule, document verification details and the interview call letter. All of them will appear on the BPSC website.
- Start preparing for the interview now. Reports say no dates have been announced yet, but a head start always helps.
BPSC CCE Result 2026: Key Details at a Glance
Here is a quick summary of the BPSC CCE result:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Integrated 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE), Mains |
| Conducting body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Mains exam dates | 25 to 30 April 2026 |
| Result date | 6 November 2026 |
| Result format | PDF (list of qualified roll numbers) |
| Candidates qualified | 3,392 |
| Next stage | Interview (personality test) |
| Interview dates | Check the official notification |
| Official website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
Reports also say BPSC announced the result on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. Still, the PDF on the official website is the document that counts, so always check your status there.
For background, reports describe the Mains schedule like this: General Hindi and the Essay paper on 25 April, General Studies Paper I on 27 April, General Studies Paper II on 28 April, and the objective and descriptive optional papers on 29 and 30 April.
How to Download the BPSC 71st CCE Mains Result PDF
Step-by-step route
- Go to the official website, bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- On the homepage, find the latest notices or announcements section.
- Find the result notice for the 71st Combined Main (Written) Competitive Examination. Reports say the link title is close to "Integrated 71st Combined Main (Written) Competitive Examination Result".
- Click the link and the result PDF will open.
- Download the file and save it on your device.
No login needed
The Mains result is a list of roll numbers published as a PDF. It is not a personal scorecard, so you don't need a registration number, password or date of birth to open it. Be careful with any page that asks for your login details or a payment to "check" this result.
Tips for when the site is slow
- Expect heavy traffic. Thousands of candidates check the result in the first hours. If the page won't load, try again early in the morning or late at night.
- Reload once, then wait. Clicking again and again usually makes things slower.
- Use a stable connection. Wi-Fi is often more reliable than mobile data for downloading a PDF.
Save a copy you can always find
- Keep the PDF on both your phone and your laptop.
- Email it to yourself or upload it to your cloud storage.
- Print the page with your roll number. Keep it in the folder you will take to document verification.
How to Search Your Roll Number in the Result PDF
On a desktop or laptop
Open the PDF and press Ctrl+F (Cmd+F on a Mac). Type your full roll number and press Enter. If it is on the list, the viewer will highlight it.
On a mobile phone
Open the PDF in your phone's PDF viewer or browser. Tap the three-dot menu or the magnifying glass icon, choose "Find" or "Search", and type your roll number.
How roll numbers are listed
The PDF gives the roll numbers of the candidates who qualified. They are usually printed in rows and columns in numerical order. Some reports say the list covers both the CCE and the Financial Administrative Officer candidates, so see which section your roll number appears in. If search doesn't work (some PDFs are scanned images), scroll to your number manually. Because the numbers are in order, this is quicker than it sounds.
What appearing in the PDF means
If your roll number is listed, you have cleared the Mains and are called for the interview. Congratulations, that is a big achievement! Keep in mind that this is not final selection. The final merit list comes after the interview.
What to do if your roll number is not found
- Check the digits against your admit card again. One wrong digit is enough to make the search fail.
- Search with only part of the number, or scroll through the section where it should be.
- Make sure you have the latest PDF, and look for any corrigendum on the website.
- If you still think there is an error, contact BPSC only through the channels listed on its official website.
What the Numbers Mean: Qualified Candidates and Vacancies
3,392 candidates, about 1,298 posts
Reports put the total vacancies for this cycle at 1,298. When the prelims result came out, BPSC said 1,219 of these were CCE posts and 79 were Financial Administrative Officer posts. With 3,392 candidates qualifying, about 2.6 candidates are competing for each post. The written stage got you here, but the interview can decide your rank and your service. For the final post count and the category-wise break-up, check the official notification.
| Stage | Candidates |
|---|---|
| Declared successful in prelims for the CCE Mains (result of 18 November 2025) | 13,368 |
| Declared successful in prelims for Financial Administrative Officer posts | 893 |
| Qualified for the interview after the Mains | 3,392 |
| Total posts (as reported) | 1,298; check the official notification |
Cut-off marks
As of 7 November 2026, reports show no category-wise Mains cut-off released with this result. For cut-off marks, check the official notification. In some earlier CCE rounds, BPSC published the written-exam and final cut-offs together in the final result notice, so the cut-off may come later.
Already thinking about the next cycle? Read our guide, BPSC CCE Notification and Important Dates: 72nd CCE Update.
What Comes Next: BPSC CCE Interview Stage
How the interview fits into selection
Reports say the interview (personality test) carries 120 marks, as in earlier CCE rounds. The final merit list is based on your Mains marks plus your interview marks. General Hindi is a qualifying paper only, so it doesn't count towards merit. Some reports give the grand total as 1,020 marks (900 for the Mains and 120 for the interview). Check the exact marking scheme in the official notification. Your service allocation then depends on your merit rank and the preferences you gave.
Documents to keep ready
BPSC's interview notice will give the exact list. Until then, it makes sense to collect originals and self-attested photocopies of the documents commission interviews usually ask for:
- Mains admit card and a valid photo ID
- Class 10 certificate (for proof of date of birth)
- Degree certificates and marksheets
- Caste, category or EWS certificate, if you are claiming a reservation
- Residence or domicile certificate, and disability certificate, if applicable
- Recent passport-size photographs
- A no-objection certificate from your employer, if you are in government service
In the 70th CCE, reports say BPSC held document verification on a separate schedule. So watch for a separate verification notice as well.
Where the schedule and call letter will be released
The interview schedule, the document verification details and the instructions for downloading your call letter will all be published on bpsc.bihar.gov.in. Check the website regularly. The interview may come at short notice, so don't wait for the dates before you start preparing.
How to Prepare for the BPSC Interview
Bihar-specific and general current affairs
Bihar is the heart of this interview. Revise the state's main welfare schemes, its economy and budget, and its districts and heritage. Also cover ongoing issues such as floods, migration, agriculture and education. Keep up with national and international news too, and form balanced views on it. Our Daily current affairs page makes this a 20-minute daily habit.
Review your form, optional subject and Mains answers
- Your application details: Expect questions about your hometown, district, education, hobbies and any work experience. Know the facts behind everything you wrote in the form.
- Your optional subject: Revise the basics and the current debates in it.
- Your Mains answers: Go back to the essay and GS topics you wrote on. Interviewers sometimes ask you to explain or defend an opinion.
Practise out loud
Do mock interviews with friends or mentors. Work on clear, calm answers. Remember that "I don't know, sir/ma'am" is a far better answer than a guess.
Recommended resources
| Resource | What it helps with | |
|---|---|---|
| BPSC General Studies - I \ | बिहार लोक सेवा आयोग सामान्य अध्ययन - I ( मुख्य परीक्षा ) | Revising GS Paper I topics before the interview, or for the next Mains |
| BPSC ( बिहार लोक सेवा आयोग ) General Studies - II | Revising GS Paper II areas such as polity, economy and governance | |
| Bihar General Knowledge For BPSC, BSSC, and All Bihar State Exam | Bihar history, geography, economy and culture, which come up often in interviews |
Didn't qualify this time?
We know this hurts, but it is not the end of the road. Many officers cleared the BPSC only on their second or third attempt. Take a few days to rest, then look honestly at your Mains answers. Did you need better structure, more Bihar-specific examples or faster writing?
Then set your sights on the 72nd CCE. Use our Books for competitive exams to strengthen your basics, and practise under exam conditions with our Online test series. Steady, timed practice is the best way to turn this attempt into experience.
Conclusion: Your Next Step After the BPSC CCE Result
The BPSC CCE result for the 71st Mains is out, and 3,392 candidates now move on to the interview. Download the PDF from bpsc.bihar.gov.in, check your roll number carefully and save a copy. Then get your documents together and start preparing for the interview, without waiting for the schedule. The interview counts towards your final merit, so every hour you put in now matters. If you qualified, well done, and give the last stage your best. If you didn't, remember that the 72nd CCE is your next chance. We're cheering for you either way!
FAQs
When was the BPSC 71st CCE Mains result released?
BPSC released the 71st CCE Mains result on 6 November 2026 on its official website, bpsc.bihar.gov.in. The Mains exam was held from 25 to 30 April 2026.
How can I download the BPSC CCE Mains result PDF?
Go to bpsc.bihar.gov.in and find the result notice for the 71st Combined Main (Written) Competitive Examination in the latest notices section. Click it to open the PDF, then save it. Search for your roll number with Ctrl+F on a computer or the Find option on your phone.
Do I need a login to check the BPSC 71st CCE result?
No. The Mains result is a PDF list of the roll numbers that qualified, so you can open it without a registration number or password. Be careful with any page that asks for your login details or a payment to show the result.
How many candidates qualified for the BPSC 71st CCE interview?
3,392 candidates have qualified for the interview. Some reports say this is 3,185 from the 71st CCE Mains and 207 from the Financial Administrative Officer (and equivalent) exam. Reports put the vacancies at 1,298, but check the official notification to confirm the figure.
What is the next stage after the BPSC CCE Mains result?
The interview (personality test) comes next. Reports say it carries 120 marks, as in earlier rounds. The final merit list is made from Mains and interview marks together. BPSC will publish the interview schedule, document verification details and call letter instructions on bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
Has BPSC released the cut-off marks for the 71st CCE Mains?
As of 7 November 2026, reports show no category-wise Mains cut-off released with this result. Please check the official notification on bpsc.bihar.gov.in for cut-off marks. In some earlier rounds, BPSC published the cut-offs with the final result.
When will the BPSC 71st CCE interview be held?
BPSC has not announced the interview dates yet. Check bpsc.bihar.gov.in regularly, and start preparing now, as the schedule may be published at short notice.
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