BPSC Assistant Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) Written (Objective) Competitive Examinations have been re-scheduled: Check Details!
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced the re-scheduling of the Assistant Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) Written (Objective) Competitive Examinations. The revised exam dates are July 17th, 18th, and 19th, 2025. This affects candidates who applied under Advt. No. 29/2025, 30/2025, and 31/2025. Candidates should check the official BPSC website for detailed notifications.
Key Developments: Exam Re-Scheduling Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | April 30, 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | May 28, 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | May 28, 2025 |
| Revised Exam Dates | July 17, 18 & 19, 2025 |
BPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2025: Key Details
The BPSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2025 aims to fill a total of 1024 vacancies across Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering disciplines. The application window was open from April 30th to May 28th, 2025.
Important Notice
The BPSC Assistant Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) Written (Objective) Competitive Examinations have been re-scheduled to July 17th, 18th & 19th, 2025.
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Advt. No. | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 29/2025 | 984 |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 30/2025 | 4 |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | 31/2025 | 36 |
| Total | - | 1024 |
BPSC AE 2025: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the BPSC Assistant Engineer positions were required to possess an engineering degree in the relevant discipline (Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical) from a recognized institution.
Selection Process and Qualifying Marks
The selection process involves a written competitive examination (objective type) and consideration of preference for contractual work experience.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General Category | 40% |
| Backward Class | 36.5% |
| Extremely Backward Class | 34% |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe, Women, and Disabled Candidates | 32% |
Important
General English and General Hindi papers are qualifying in nature. Candidates need to score at least 30% marks to qualify these papers.
Exam Structure
The BPSC AE examination includes 6 papers: General Studies, General English, General Hindi, General Engineering, Stream-specific papers (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical), and Engineering aptitude. Each paper consists of 100 questions for 100 marks.
| Paper | Marks | Note |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 100 | - |
| General English | 100 | Qualifying |
| General Hindi | 100 | Qualifying |
| General Engineering | 100 | - |
| Stream-specific paper (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) | 100 | - |
| Engineering Aptitude | 100 | - |
Salary and Compensation
The BPSC Assistant Engineer position offers a Level 9 salary grade, which includes a Grade Pay of ₹5,400. Total compensation levels range from ₹12 lakh to ₹15 lakh annually, including basic salary, Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Travel Allowance.
Salary Details
The BPSC Assistant Engineer position offers a Level 9 salary grade, with total compensation ranging from ₹12 lakh to ₹15 lakh annually.
Action Items for Candidates
| Action | Deadline | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Check Official Website | Immediately | Visit bpsc.bihar.gov.in for the official notification. |
| Revise Study Plan | As soon as possible | Adjust study schedule to align with the new exam dates. |
| Download Admit Card | Before Exam Date | Admit cards will be released before the examination. |