The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the official Research Officer Recruitment 2026 notification inviting online applications for the post of Research Officer under the Revenue and Land Reforms Department, Government of Bihar. This is a competitive government job opportunity for candidates with a strong academic background in social sciences and related subjects. Eligible applicants can apply directly through the BPSC online portal before the deadline.
Recruitment Summary
BPSC has announced a total of 03 vacancies for the post of Research Officer in 2026. The recruitment is conducted under Advertisement No. 08/2026, and candidates must apply online via the official BPSC website at bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
Basic Details
Organization: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Post Name: Research Officer
Total Vacancies: 03
Application Mode: Online
Job Location: Bihar
Official Website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Postgraduate degree (MA) with at least 55% marks (High Second Class) in one of the following subjects from a recognized university:
- History
- Economics
- Social Sciences (such as Anthropology, Geography, Philosophy, Political Science & International Relations, Psychology, Sociology)
Preference may be given to candidates with research experience of at least two years from a recognized university or research institute.
Age Limit
As of 01 August 2025, the age criteria are:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age (Unreserved Male): 37 years
- Maximum Age (Unreserved Female / BC / EBC): 40 years
- Maximum Age (SC / ST): 42 years
Age relaxations are applicable as per government rules for candidates such as government servants, PwBD, and ex-servicemen.
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-7 as per the Bihar Government pay matrix, corresponding to a Pay Band of ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 with a Grade Pay of ₹4,600.
Application Fee
The application charges for BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 are:
- ₹100 for all candidates
- Biometric fee of ₹200 if Aadhaar number is not provided
- Additional bank charges may apply
The fees must be submitted online at the time of application.
Selection Process
The selection process for Research Officer includes multiple stages:
- Preliminary Examination: Screening test covering general studies to shortlist candidates.
- Main Examination: Written papers including General Studies and Optional Subjects (subject-wise papers based on notification).
- Interview (Viva-Voce): Personal interview for candidates who qualify the main exam, with additional marks for research experience.
Final selection is based on combined performance in the main exam and interview.
How to Apply
To apply for BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official BPSC online portal at bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Log in with your credentials and select Advt. No. 08/2026 under current notifications.
- Fill in personal and educational details as required.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, mark sheets, experience certificates).
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Save and print the final application for future reference.
Notification and Application Timeline
The official notification for BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 was released in January 2026, with online applications starting from 28 January 2026. The last date to apply online is 18 February 2026.
Preparation Tips
Candidates preparing for this exam should focus on:
- General Studies topics as per BPSC standards
- Relevant social science subjects related to their postgraduate qualification
- Current affairs and socio-economic issues affecting Bihar
- Previous years’ papers for both prelims and mains
Final Notes
BPSC Research Officer Recruitment 2026 offers a prestigious government job opportunity for candidates interested in research and policy work within the Bihar state administration. Interested applicants must ensure they meet eligibility requirements and submit their applications before the deadline through the official BPSC online portal.