BPSC Stenographer Exam Date 2026 Out (Advt 01/2026): Written Exam on 11 June 2026 in Patna – Check Pattern & Marking Scheme

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC), headquartered at 15, Nehru Path (Bailey Road), Patna – 800001, has released the official परीक्षा का कार्यक्रम (Examination Programme) on 27 May 2026 for the Written (Objective) Competitive Examination for the post of Stenographer (आशुलिपिक) under Advertisement No. 01/2026. The exam will be conducted on 11 June 2026 (Thursday) in a single sitting from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM at examination centres located in Patna. The paper will consist of 150 objective multiple-choice questions of 4 marks each, with a unique 5-option marking scheme where option 'E' denotes "Not Attempted" and only completely blank questions attract 1/3 negative marking.

📋 Quick Overview

📜 About the Notice

BPSC issued Advertisement No. 01/2026 earlier this year inviting applications for the post of Stenographer (आशुलिपिक) to be deployed at the BPSC Office, Patna. Following completion of the online application process, the Commission has now released the official Examination Programme dated 27 May 2026, finalising the date, time, venue and pattern of the Written (Objective) Competitive Examination. The exam will be held on a single working day in one sitting, covering a single subject — General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान).

📅 Examination Schedule (परीक्षा का कार्यक्रम)

📝 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

Clause 2 — Nature & Marking

• Question Type: वस्तुनिष्ठ एवं बहुविकल्पीय (Objective & Multiple Choice)
• Total Number of Questions: 150
• Marks per Correct Answer: 4
• Total Marks: 600
• Negative Marking (per wrong answer): 1 mark deducted

Clause 3 — Five-Option System (Unique BPSC Pattern)

• Each question will have FIVE options: A, B, C, D and E.
• Option 'E' = "प्रयास नहीं किया गया" (Not Attempted).
• If a candidate does not want to answer any question, they MUST compulsorily mark option 'E'.
• If a candidate leaves a question completely blank (does not mark any of A, B, C, D, or E), 1/3 mark will be deducted as negative marking for that question.

📊 Marking Scheme Summary

🎯 OMR Strategy — Score Calculation

Score = (Correct × 4) − (Wrong × 1) − (Blank × 0.33)

Examples:

• 100 correct, 20 wrong, 0 blank (30 marked 'E') → 100×4 − 20×1 − 0 = 380 marks
• 100 correct, 20 wrong, 30 blank (0 'E') → 100×4 − 20×1 − 30×0.33 = ≈ 370 marks
• 120 correct, 30 wrong, 0 blank → 120×4 − 30 = 450 marks

👉 Lesson: Always mark 'E' for skipped questions instead of leaving them blank — saves negative marks.

📅 Important Dates

📥 How to Download the Exam Programme & Admit Card

1. Exam Programme PDF (Direct): Click here to download.
2. For admit card, visit https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in/.
3. Navigate to "Admit Card" section or log in to bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.
4. Find the entry for Stenographer (Advt 01/2026).
5. Enter your OTR credentials / Roll No. / Registration ID + Date of Birth.
6. Verify captcha and submit.
7. Download the admit card PDF.
8. Take a clear printout — check name, roll no., photo, exam centre, time, instructions.

📚 Suggested General Knowledge Preparation Areas

1. Bihar GK: History, geography, polity, economy, art & culture, festivals, famous personalities, schemes.
2. Indian History: Ancient, medieval, modern (esp. freedom struggle).
3. Indian Polity: Constitution, Parliament, judiciary, fundamental rights, DPSP.
4. Indian & World Geography: Physical, economic, political; major rivers, mountains, climate.
5. Economy: Budget, banking, RBI, GST, schemes.
6. General Science: Physics, chemistry, biology (10th level), recent science & tech.
7. Current Affairs: Last 6–12 months — national, international, sports, awards, books, summits.
8. Static GK: Famous personalities, institutions, abbreviations, dance forms, monuments.
9. Bihar-specific Current Affairs: State govt initiatives, recent appointments, projects.

✅ Important Instructions for Exam Day

• Reach the Exam Centre at least 1 hour before the reporting time. Patna traffic can be unpredictable.
• Gate Closure: Candidates arriving after the gate-closing time will NOT be permitted.
• Mandatory Documents: Admit card (printed) + original photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence).
• Photographs: Carry 2–3 passport-size photographs identical to the one on admit card.
• Stationery: Use only black/blue ball point pen (as instructed). Pencils, erasers, fluid usually NOT allowed.
• Prohibited Items: Mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, electronic gadgets, books, notes, bags — all banned.
• OMR Filling: Darken bubbles completely. Always mark 'E' for skipped questions to avoid 1/3 negative.
• Biometric / Frisking: Be prepared for ID verification + biometric/photo capture.
• Dress Code: Light, comfortable clothing. Follow any specific BPSC dress-code guidelines on the admit card.
• Re-verify: Roll no., subject, question paper booklet number — fill correctly on OMR.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. When is the BPSC Stenographer Written Exam 2026?
11 June 2026 (Thursday) from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM in a single sitting at Patna examination centres.

Q2. What is the exam pattern?
Objective / Multiple Choice — 150 questions × 4 marks = 600 total marks, duration 2 hours 15 minutes, subject General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान).

Q3. What is the unique 5-option marking system?
Each question has 5 options: A, B, C, D and E — where E = "Not Attempted" (प्रयास नहीं किया गया). If you don't want to answer, you MUST mark E.

Q4. What is the negative marking?
1 mark deducted per wrong answer (Clause 2). For questions left completely blank (no option marked at all), 1/3 mark (≈ 0.33) is deducted.

Q5. What happens if I mark option 'E'?
0 marks (no penalty). This is the safe option for skipped questions.

Q6. Where is the exam venue?
Examination centres located in Patna. Exact centre will be on your admit card.

Q7. When will the admit card be released?
Expected to be uploaded on bpsc.bihar.gov.in approximately 7-10 days before the exam, i.e., around 04 June 2026.

Q8. What subject does the paper cover?
Only one subject — General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान) — including Bihar GK, Indian History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science, Current Affairs.

Q9. How should I calculate my expected score?
Score = (Correct × 4) − (Wrong × 1) − (Blank × 0.33). Always mark E for skipped questions to avoid the blank penalty.

Q10. What if I miss the exam on 11 June 2026?
Absence will be treated as forfeiture of candidature. BPSC does not normally permit re-scheduling. Plan travel/stay accordingly.

📌 Conclusion

The BPSC Stenographer (आशुलिपिक) Examination Programme dated 27 May 2026 finalises the written exam date for Advertisement No. 01/2026 on 11 June 2026 (Thursday), from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM at Patna centres. With 150 objective questions of 4 marks each and the unique 5-option (A–E) marking system where blank questions attract 1/3 negative marking, candidates must adopt a smart OMR strategy — always marking option 'E' for unattempted questions to avoid unnecessary deductions. Focus your preparation on General Knowledge (especially Bihar GK + Current Affairs), download the admit card around 04 June 2026, and reach the centre well before reporting time. For continued BPSC and Sarkari Naukri updates, bookmark Sarkari Nokrii and follow our social channels.

Disclaimer: This article is compiled based on the official BPSC Examination Programme dated 27 May 2026 (file: Examination-Program-012026-Stenographer_BPSC-20260527-fsrz7h.pdf) for the post of Stenographer under Advt No 01/2026. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details — particularly the admit card release date, exam centre and reporting instructions — from the official BPSC website (bpsc.bihar.gov.in) before exam day. Sarkari Nokrii is not affiliated with BPSC or any government department. © Sarkari Nokrii — All rights reserved.