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Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has issued Advertisement No. 01/2026 for the Stenographer recruitment under BPSC, Patna. Candidates should keep their One Time Registration (OTR) ready and follow the official portal instructions for all recruitment-related updates.
Post Details Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post Name | Stenographer |
| Category | Answer Key |
| Status | Released |
Answer Key Details
BPSC Stenographer Answer Key is released for the written examination. Candidates should download the answer key from the official BPSC portal and match their responses.
If BPSC provides an objection facility, candidates must submit objections within the prescribed time limit and as per the instructions available on the portal/notice.
Exam / Selection Process (as per advertisement)
- Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Skill Test (Stenography & Typing / Computer-based as specified)
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern (Written Exam)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 50 | 50 |
| General Science & Mathematics | 50 | 50 |
| Mental Ability (Comprehension / Logic / Reasoning) | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
- Negative Marking: 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Exam Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.
- Qualifying Marks (as mentioned):
- General: 40%
- EBC: 36.5%
- BC: 34%
- SC/ST/Women/Divyang: 32%
Skill Test (Stenography / Typing) Key Points
- Stenography test includes Hindi and English.
- Hindi shorthand speed: 80 words per minute, dictation for 4 minutes (total 320 words) with additional time for transcription.
- English shorthand speed: 80 words per minute, dictation for 4 minutes (total 320 words) with additional time for transcription.
- Typing test includes Hindi and English typing on computer.
- Hindi typing uses Mangal font and Remington Gail keyboard layout.
- English typing uses UTF-8 and US keyboard layout.
- Typing speed requirement: 30 words per minute; candidates must type 300 words in 10 minutes.
- Candidates must use the specified keyboard layout; any other layout is not allowed.
Important Notes from the Notification
- Online applications are accepted through the BPSC portal only.
- Candidates must complete OTR (One Time Registration) before applying.
- DigiLocker consent/verification instructions are provided on the portal.
- Candidates should keep their registered mobile number and email ID active.