BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the Bihar Public Service Commission to fill 03 vacancies in the Revenue and Land Reforms Department. If you hold a Master’s degree in History, Economics, or specific Social Sciences with at least 55% marks, you are eligible to apply. The online application process starts on January 28, 2026, and closes on February 18, 2026. This is a regular government job offering a Level-7 salary scale. Candidates will be selected based on a Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and Interview.
BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
Feature
Details
Recruitment Body
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Department
Revenue and Land Reforms Department, Bihar
Post Name
Research Officer (Shodh Padadhikari)
Advertisement No.
08/2026
Total Vacancies
03 Posts
Job Location
Bihar
Application Mode
Online
Official Website
www.bpsc.bihar.gov.in
BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
January 2026
Application Start Date
28 January 2026
Last Date For Registration
18 February 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
18 February 2026
Admit Card Release Date
To be notified later
Exam Date
To be notified later
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
All Candidates
₹ 100/-
Biometric Fee
₹ 200/- (Only if Aadhaar Number is not provided)
Payment Mode
Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card)
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age (UR – Male)
37 Years
Maximum Age (UR Female / BC / EBC)
40 Years
Maximum Age (SC / ST – Male & Female)
42 Years
Age Relaxation
5 years for Regular Bihar Govt Employees (Max 5 attempts allowed). 10 years for PwD candidates. 3 years + service years for Ex-Servicemen (Max age 57).
BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Detail
Information
Total Posts
03
Post Name
Research Officer
Advertisement Number
08/2026
Department
Revenue and Land Reforms Department
BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Criteria
Requirements
Educational Qualification
Master’s Degree (Post-Graduation) in History, Economics, or Social Sciences (Anthropology, Geography, Philosophy, Political Science & International Relations, Psychology, Sociology).
Minimum Marks
High Second Class (At least 55% Marks).
Desirable Experience
2 years of research experience from a recognized University or Social Research Institute. (Candidates with this experience get 10 bonus marks in the interview, but it is not mandatory to apply).
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Number of Posts
Unreserved (UR)
02
Extremely Backward Class (EBC)
01
SC / ST / BC / EWS
00
Total
03
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Detail
Information
Who Can Apply?
Indian Citizens (All India candidates are eligible).
Reservation Policy
Reservation benefits are available only to permanent residents of Bihar. Candidates from other states will be treated as General (Unreserved) category.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Description
Identity Proof
Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Voter ID.
Educational Certificates
Matriculation Certificate (for DOB), Post-Graduation Degree Certificate, and Marksheet.
Conversion Certificate
Formula for converting CGPA/Grade to Percentage (if applicable).
Experience Certificate
If claiming the 2-year research experience bonus (issued by Registrar/Director level).
Caste/Category Certificate
NCL Certificate for EBC/BC, Caste Certificate for SC/ST (issued by competent Bihar authority).
Photographs
4 recent passport-size photos.
Signature
Scanned signature in Hindi and English.
BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Overview
Exam Stage
Syllabus Content
Prelims (Objective)
General Studies (Same as BPSC Combined Competitive Exam).
Mains (Subjective)
1. General Hindi (Qualifying) 2. General English (Qualifying) 3. General Studies Paper-1 4. General Studies Paper-2 5. Optional Subject (Select one: History, Economics, Anthropology, Geography, Philosophy, Pol. Science, Psychology, Sociology).
Exam Pattern
Feature
Details
Prelims Exam
General Studies
Mains Exam
5 Papers total. Hindi & English are qualifying (30% marks needed). Merit is based on GS-1 (300 marks), GS-2 (300 marks), and Optional Subject (300 marks). Duration: 3 hours per paper.
Interview
110 Marks + 10 Marks Preference (for Research Experience).
What is the educational qualification for BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree (Post-Graduation) in History, Economics, or specific Social Sciences including Anthropology, Geography, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology. A minimum of 55% marks (High Second Class) is required to be eligible.
What are the important dates for the BPSC Research Officer application?
The online application process begins on January 28, 2026. The last date to register and pay the application fee is February 18, 2026.
What is the age limit for the BPSC Research Officer post?
As of August 1, 2025, the minimum age is 21 years. The maximum age is 37 years for UR Male, 40 years for UR Female/BC/EBC, and 42 years for SC/ST candidates. Age relaxations apply for Bihar government employees and PwD candidates.
How much is the application fee for this recruitment?
All candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹ 100. Additionally, a biometric fee of ₹ 200 is applicable only if a candidate chooses not to provide their Aadhaar number during registration.
What is the selection process for the BPSC Research Officer?
The selection process consists of three stages: a Preliminary Examination (objective), a Mains Examination (subjective), and an Interview. The final merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained in the Mains and Interview, plus any applicable research experience bonus marks.
Is research experience mandatory to apply for the Research Officer post?
No, research experience is not mandatory for application. however, candidates with 2 years of research experience from a recognized University or Social Research Institute will receive 10 bonus marks during the interview stage.
What is the salary scale for a BPSC Research Officer?
The post offers a Level-7 pay scale with a salary range of ₹ 9,300 to ₹ 34,800 and a Grade Pay of ₹ 4,600, along with other applicable government allowances.
