72nd BPSC CCE 150-Question Prelims Architecture: Subject Weightage, Daily Mock Testing & Revision Cadence
BPSC Examination Curriculum Committee (Senior Academic Advisors) • 12 min read • Published: 2026-09-24
In-depth analysis of the 150-question BPSC Prelims syllabus. Question breakdown across Modern History, NCERT Science, Bihar GK, Polity, and Current Affairs, combined with a daily testing cadence.
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1. The 150-Question / 120-Minute Architecture
The 72nd BPSC Combined Competitive Preliminary Examination consists of 150 objective multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks. With 120 minutes allocated, an aspirant has approximately 48 seconds per question, including OMR bubbling.
2. Complete Subject-by-Subject Weightage Table
Subject weightages have solidified across recent 68th, 69th, 70th, and 71st examinations:
72nd BPSC Prelims Section-Wise Question Frequency
| Subject Pillar | Typical Questions | Key Target Areas | Recommended Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Indian History & Bihar Role | 30 – 35 Questions | 1857 Revolt, Champaran, Congress Sessions, Governor Generals, Freedom Leaders | Spectrum + BPSC Test Hub History Sets |
| General Science (Phy, Chem, Bio) | 28 – 30 Questions | Human Physiology, Diseases, Optics, Organic Compounds, NCERT 9-10 Concepts | Daily Science Mocks + NCERT Science |
| Bihar Special GK & Geography | 25 – 30 Questions | Rivers, Soils, Mineral Distribution, Ancient Magadha, State Budget & Survey | BPSC Test Hub Bihar GK Module |
| Current Affairs (State & National) | 30 – 35 Questions | National Initiatives, ISRO, Global Summits, Bihar Schemes, Awards | Daily & Monthly Current Affairs Mocks |
| Indian Polity & Governance | 10 – 12 Questions | Preamble, Fundamental Rights, DPSP, Panchayati Raj 3-Tier, Supreme Court | M. Laxmikanth + Daily Polity Tests |
| Mental Ability & Mathematics | 10 Questions | Series, Percentages, Time & Work, Permutations, Syllogisms | Daily Quantitative Sets |
3. Daily Mock Testing & Mistake Notebook System
Solving at least one timed mock test daily exposes factual blind spots and calibrates your pacing. Keep a dedicated "Mistake Notebook" to log every question missed or marked under hesitation.