Bihar Public Service Commission on 27 May 2026 has announced the BPSC Stenographer exam date on the official website. The written examination will be conducted on 11 June 2026. The notification for BPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 was released on the official website through Advertisement No. 01/2026. There is a total requirement for 15 Stenographers in different government departments that needs to be fulfilled by the Bihar Government. The entire process for applying for this government job is online. It is for all those candidates who have passed the intermediate exam and have stenography expertise. The selection procedures include a written test, skill test, document verify, and medical test. Candidates should read the formal advertisement and fulfill all the eligibility criteria before applying.

BPSC Stenographer Exam Date

The Bihar Public Service Commission has released the BPSC Stenographer Exam Date 2026. The objective type exam will be conducted on 11 June 2026 in a single shift from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM at various exam centres in Patna. The paper will include 150 multiple choice questions from General Knowledge. Candidates can refer to the exam schedule below.

BPSC Stenographer Exam Postponed

The Bihar Public Service Commission has released an important update regarding the Stenographer recruitment under Advt. No. 01/2026. The commission has revised the schedule for written examination. Earlier the examination was planned for 9th May 2026 but has now been postponed to 11th June 2026. The decision has been taken due to administrative and unavoidable reasons. Candidates are advised to stay updated with the official announcements.

BPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Bihar Public Service Commission has invited online applications for 15 Stenographer posts. Candidates must have passed 10+2 and possess shorthand and typing skills. The selection process includes a written exam and a skill test. The salary is as per Level-4 pay scale. Applications are open till 2 February 2026.

BPSC Stenographer Vacancy 2026

BPSC has announced a total of 15 vacancies for the post of Stenographer. These vacancies are distributed category-wise as per Bihar Government reservation rules.

The number of vacancies may change based on administrative requirements. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for updates.

How to Apply for BPSC Stenographer?

Candidates must apply online through the official BPSC website. The step-by-step application process is explained below.

• Visit the official BPSC website at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
• Click on “Apply Online” for BPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026.
• Complete the registration process. Use a valid mobile number and email ID.
• Fill in details.
• Upload required documents.
• Pay the application fee.
• Submit the application form and download the confirmation for future reference.

Candidates should ensure that all details entered are correct, as correction options may be limited.

BPSC Stenographer Application Fees

The application fee for BPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 is the same for all categories. Bank charges are applicable as per payment gateway rules.

Note: Candidates who do not provide Aadhaar details as identity proof may have to pay an additional biometric fee as prescribed by BPSC.

BPSC Stenographer Selection Process

The selection process for BPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages to ensure fair assessment of candidates.

• Written Examination
• Stenography Skill Test (Hindi/English)
• Interview (if applicable)
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

Candidates must qualify in each stage to move to the next stage of the selection process.

BPSC Stenographer Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must satisfy age limit, educational qualification, and skill requirements to be eligible for the BPSC Stenographer Exam 2026.

Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025)

Age relaxation is applicable as per BPSC rules.

Educational Qualification

• Passed Intermediate (10+2) examination from a recognized board in India.
• Equivalent qualifications such as ITI (NCVT/SCVT), Polytechnic Diploma, or Maulvi Certificate are also accepted.

Skill Requirement

• Stenography skills in Hindi and English.
• Basic computer knowledge and typing skills.

BPSC Stenographer Salary

Candidates shortlisted for BPSC Stenographer posts will be paid a salary based on the pay scale of the Bihar Government. The salary scale consists of Basic pay, grade pay, and various allowances.

• Pay Level: As per state government norms
• Basic Pay: As notified by BPSC
• Allowances: DA, HRA, TA, and other applicable allowances

The job offers financial stability, regular increments, and career growth opportunities.

BPSC Stenographer Exam Pattern

The BPSC Stenographer Exam Pattern 2026 consists of a Written Examination followed by a Practical / Skill Test. The selection is strictly based on performance in these stages, as prescribed in the official notification.

Written Examination

The written examination is objective in nature and will be conducted in Hindi and English. In case of any discrepancy between language versions, the English version will be considered final.

Structure of Written Exam

Marking Scheme

• Each correct answer: 4 marks
• Each incorrect answer: –1 mark (negative marking)
• Total Marks: 600
• Exam Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes

Qualifying Marks

• General Category: 40%
• Backward Class (BC): 36.5%
• Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 34%
• SC / ST / Women / PwD: 32%

Candidates equal to five times the number of category-wise vacancies will be shortlisted for the practical (skill) test.

Practical / Skill Test

The practical test evaluates stenography and typing skills in Hindi and English. The test is conducted on a computer system.

Shorthand Test

• Total words: 320 words
• Dictation Speed: 80 words per minute
• Dictation Time: 4 minutes
• Additional time:
  • 1 minute extra before dictation
  • 2 minutes for correction

Typing Test

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  Candidates must select the correct keyboard layout before typing.
• Maximum permissible error:
  • Shorthand: 10%
  • Typing: 1.5%

PwD (Visually Impaired) candidates will be given compensatory time as per rules.

BPSC Stenographer Syllabus

The BPSC Stenographer Syllabus 2026 is designed to assess a candidate’s general awareness, basic academic knowledge, reasoning ability, and practical stenography skills. The syllabus is divided into three main sections for the written examination.

Section A: General Studies

This section tests the candidate’s understanding of the environment around them and its application to society. Questions are framed to evaluate awareness expected from an educated person.

Important Topics

• Current Affairs: Scientific developments, national and international awards, important events
• Indian Languages, Books, Scripts
• Capitals, Currency, Sports and Sportspersons
• India and Neighbouring Countries: History, Geography, Culture
• History of India and Freedom Movement
• Indian Economy and Economic Scenario
• Indian Constitution and Polity
• Panchayati Raj and Community Development
• Five Year Plans
• Contribution of Bihar in the National Movement

Section B: General Science & Mathematics

Questions in this section are generally based on the matriculation level syllabus.

General Science

• Physics: Basic concepts
• Chemistry: Fundamental principles
• Biology: Human body, plants, environment
• Geography basics
• Computer Basics and Word Processing

Mathematics

• Number System
• Whole Numbers, Decimals and Fractions
• Ratio and Proportion
• Percentage
• Average
• Profit and Loss
• Basic Arithmetic Operations

Section C: Mental Ability Test

This section includes both verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions to test logical thinking and analytical ability.

Key Areas

• Analogies
• Similarities and Differences
• Classification
• Coding and Decoding
• Arithmetic Reasoning
• Number Series
• Visual Memory
• Spatial Imagination
• Problem Solving
• Analytical Reasoning
• Mirror Image and Water Image
• Paper Cutting and Folding
• Figure Formation and Analysis
• Picture Matrix and Hidden Figures

Practical Skill Syllabus

• Shorthand (Hindi and English)
• Computer-based typing test
• Knowledge of prescribed keyboard layouts

Candidates should prepare strictly as per the above syllabus to score well in both written and practical examinations.

BPSC Stenographer Result 2026

The BPSC Stenographer Result 2026 will be released online on the official website after completion of each stage of the selection process.

• Results will be published in PDF format.
• Roll number and name of qualified candidates will be mentioned.
• Separate results may be released for written exam and skill test.

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official BPSC website for result updates and further instructions.