BPSC Stenographer Syllabus And Exam Pattern 2026 has been released by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) along with the official recruitment notification for 15 Stenographer vacancies. This detailed guide covers the latest exam pattern, subject-wise syllabus, marking scheme, and skill test requirements to help aspirants prepare strategically and maximize their chances of selection.
The BPSC Stenographer recruitment 2026 tests candidates on General Studies, General Science & Mathematics, and Mental Ability through an objective written exam, followed by a qualifying skill test in stenography and typing. Understanding the BPSC Stenographer Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 is crucial for focused preparation, as it outlines exact topics, question distribution, and negative marking.
Candidates who align their study plan with this structure can efficiently cover high-weightage areas and build speed and accuracy for both the written test and the practical skill test. This article provides everything you need in one place for complete clarity.
BPSC Stenographer Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post | Stenographer |
| Category | Syllabus and Exam Pattern |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 600 |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| Subjects | General Studies, General Science & Mathematics, Mental Ability |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + Skill Test (Stenography & Typing) |
Place Official Notification and Apply Online link here (right after the overview table for immediate user access).
BPSC Stenographer Exam Pattern 2026
The written examination is objective type (MCQ). Each correct answer carries 4 marks, and 1 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 50 | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| General Science & Mathematics | 50 | |
| Mental Ability | 50 | |
| Total | 150 | 2 hours 15 minutes |
Place Admit Card link here (in the exam pattern section, as candidates often search for it alongside the pattern).
BPSC Stenographer Syllabus 2026
The syllabus remains aligned with matric-level standards and focuses on testing conceptual clarity and analytical skills. Here is the complete subject-wise breakdown (topics reordered for better study flow):
Mental Ability
- Analogy
- Coding-Decoding
- Number series
- Problem Solving
- Visual Memory
- Relationship Concepts
General Studies
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Polity
- Bihar’s contribution to freedom struggle
- Books and Authors
General Science
- Matric Level Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Geography
Mathematics
- Number system
- Ratio
- Average
- Decimal and Fractions
- Percentages
- Fundamental arithmetic operations
- Simple interest
- Simplification of whole numbers
- Profit and Loss
BPSC Stenographer Skill Test
Candidates who qualify the written exam must appear for the Skill Test. The details are as follows:
| Test | Details |
|---|---|
| English Typing | Stenography at 80 WPM and typing at 30 WPM in Times New Roman font |
| Hindi Typing | Stenography at 80 WPM and typing at 30 WPM in Mangal font |
