The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced the release of the final answer key and OMR sheets for the 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2025. All candidates who participated in the exam can now access and download their OMR response sheets and the updated answer key in PDF format directly from the official BPSC website.
Following a thorough expert review and objection submission period, the Commission has confirmed the deletion of five questions from each set of the question paper. Candidates are strongly encouraged to carefully review their answers and download their OMR sheets promptly, as no further requests for these documents will be entertained after the November 8, 2025 deadline.
Final Answer Key Out for 71st BPSC CCE
BPSC has officially released the final answer key for the 71st CCE. This release comes after a meticulous process of analyzing all submitted objections and incorporating any validated corrections from the provisional version. The final answer key, available for all question paper sets (A, B, C, and D) on the BPSC website under the “Notices” section, will be the definitive guide for preparing the final merit list.
You can find the direct download link for the final answer key on the official BPSC portal.
OMR Sheets Accessible Until November 8
In addition to the final answer key, BPSC has also made candidates’ scanned OMR response sheets available on its online portal. Candidates can log in using their roll number and date of birth to download their individual OMR files. This crucial download facility will remain active only until November 8, 2025. BPSC has explicitly stated that copies of OMR sheets will not be provided after this date, making it essential for candidates to save or print them immediately for their records.
Five Questions Removed from Exam Papers
Based on comprehensive expert evaluation, the Commission has made the decision to remove five questions from each set of the 71st CCE question paper. These particular questions will not be factored into the calculation of final marks. This measure is implemented to uphold fairness and transparency in instances where ambiguities or printing errors were identified within the original question paper. Consequently, candidates’ scores will be calculated solely from the remaining valid questions.
How to Download Your BPSC 71st CCE Answer Key and OMR Sheet
Follow these straightforward steps to successfully access your answer key and OMR sheet:
- Visit the official BPSC website.
- Locate and click on the link titled “Final Answer Key and OMR Sheet for 71st Combined Competitive Examination.”
- Download the answer key PDF corresponding to your specific question paper set.
- Log in to your candidate account using your registration credentials (roll number and date of birth) to download your OMR sheet.
- Ensure you save or print both documents for your personal verification and future reference.
Reporting Discrepancies: The Objection Window
While the final answer key is now public, BPSC has provided a brief window for candidates to report any potential discrepancies related to their OMR sheets. Should you observe any errors, such as incorrect responses or missing scans, it is imperative to email the details to examcontroller-bpsc@gov.in before the deadline of November 8, 2025. Please note that no further representations regarding OMR sheet issues will be considered after this date.
What Lies Ahead for BPSC Candidates?
With the release of the final answer key, BPSC is now set to announce the much-awaited final result and merit list for the 71st CCE in the near future. Candidates who successfully clear both the preliminary and mains stages will proceed to the interview round. The declaration of these final results marks a significant milestone in the BPSC recruitment process for various administrative services across Bihar.