Out of an estimated 471,012 registered applicants, approximately 316,762 actually appeared in the examination. A total of 14,261 candidates have been declared successful in the prelims stage — among them, 13,368 for the Integrated 71st Combined (Preliminary) exam and 893 for the Financial Administrative Officer post.  These qualifiers will now move on to the next phase of selection, which includes the Mains examination and, where applicable, the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). 

The recruitment drive aims to fill 1,264 posts across various departments, including senior administrative roles, block-level officers, and police services.  The prelims exam comprised 150 multiple-choice questions, had a duration of two hours, and incorporated negative marking (one-third mark deduction for each wrong answer). 

For candidates, the next steps involve downloading the result PDF from the official BPSC website (bpsc.bihar.gov.in) and verifying whether their roll number appears in the list of successful candidates.  It is highly recommended that they also print a copy of the result for future reference as they move into the mains stage.

The announcement comes against the backdrop of tight competition and significant stakes — with only around 4 % of those who appeared managing to clear the prelims. The result underscores the importance of rigorous preparation and early start for those seeking to advance in BPSC’s multi-stage selection process.

As the Mains stage approaches, candidates are advised to review the detailed syllabus, access past years’ question papers, and allocate sufficient time for written and interview preparation. Meanwhile, staying updated via the official BPSC portal will ensure that aspirants do not miss critical dates for admit cards, mains examination schedules, and further instructions.

In summary, the declaration of the 71st Prelims result marks a key milestone for thousands of Bihar aspirants — but the journey is far from over. Qualifiers must now intensify their efforts and prepare carefully for the coming phases, as competition remains intense and the selection process highly competitive.