BPSC DSO/ AD Mains Exam Date 2026 - Official Schedule Released
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced the Mains Exam Date for District Statistical Officer (DSO) / Assistant Director (AD) Recruitment 2026. The mains exam is scheduled to be conducted on 29 - 30 January 2026. This is a crucial step in the recruitment process after the completion of the preliminary exam stage.
Candidates aspiring for these posts are advised to stay updated on all notifications through SarkariJobSetu (Sarkari Job Setu) for authentic details regarding exam schedules, admit cards, and results.
| Important Dates | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Start Date | 03 June 2025 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 24 June 2025 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 24 June 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 03 August 2025 |
| Prelim Admit Card Release | 31 July 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | 29 - 30 January 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 20 August 2025 |
| OMR Sheet Availability | 08-14 October 2025 |
| Result Date | 03 November 2025 |
About BPSC DSO / Assistant Director Recruitment 2026
BPSC conducts the recruitment for the post of District Statistical Officer / Assistant Director to fill a total of 47 vacancies. The candidates must hold a Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics or Economics from a recognized university. The recruitment process consists of a preliminary exam, mains exam, and an interview.
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| District Statistical Officer / Assistant Director | 47 | Master's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or Economics from a recognized university. |
Age Limit
The age limits are applicable as on 01 August 2025:
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age (Male - General) | 37 Years |
| Maximum Age (Female UR, BC/EBC Male & Female) | 40 Years |
| Maximum Age (SC/ST Male & Female) | 42 Years |
Exam Pattern
The selection process includes a preliminary online exam, mains written exam, and an interview. Both prelims and mains are objective type with negative marking.
| Exam Stage | Marks | Duration | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Exam | 150 | 2 Hours | Online (CBT) |
| Mains Exam | 1000 | 3 Hours | Written |
| Interview | 120 | - | Personal |
How to Check BPSC DSO / AD Mains Exam Date 2026
To check the official mains exam date, candidates should visit the Bihar BPSC official website. The exam schedule is available as a downloadable PDF which contains all necessary details including exam timings and instructions.
- Visit bpsc.bihar.gov.in
- Navigate to the Notices/Advertisement/Latest Updates section
- Find the notification titled “DSO / AD Mains Exam Date 2026â€
- Download the PDF and check exam details carefully
Important Links
| Link Name | Action |
|---|---|
| Check Mains Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Download Result | Click Here |
| Download Final Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download OMR Sheet | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Check Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Admit Card Notice | Click Here |
| Check Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Bihar BPSC Official Website | Click Here |
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| Homepage | SarkariJobSetu (Sarkari Job Setu) |
| Join SarkariJobSetu WhatsApp Channel | |
| Telegram | SarkariJobSetuTelegram Group |
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FAQs
The mains exam is scheduled for 29 - 30 January 2026 as officially announced by BPSC.
You can download it from the official Bihar BPSC website or the link provided on SarkariJobSetu.
The last date to apply online was 24 June 2025.
There are a total of 47 posts available for District Statistical Officer / Assistant Director.
Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or Economics from a recognized university.
The admit card for mains exam will be released closer to the exam date; candidates should visit the official website for updates.
The selection includes Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and Interview stages.
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the objective tests.
Online application was available on the Bihar BPSC official portal at bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.
Results can be checked from the official BPSC website and will also be updated on SarkariJobSetu.
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