The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the comprehensive examination schedule for the Assistant Education Development Officer (AEDO) recruitment (Advt. No. 08/2025). With 935 vacancies at stake, the commission is conducting the written examination in three distinct phases to accommodate all registered candidates across Bihar.
The BPSC AEDO Exam is divided into three papers: General Language, General Studies, and General Aptitude. The schedule is structured as follows:
Phase 1 Schedule
April 14, 2026 (Tuesday):
Morning (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): General Language
Evening (02:30 PM – 04:30 PM): General Studies
April 15, 2026 (Wednesday):
Morning (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): General Aptitude
Phase 2 Schedule
April 17, 2026 (Friday):
Morning (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): General Language
Evening (02:30 PM – 04:30 PM): General Studies
April 18, 2026 (Saturday):
Morning (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): General Aptitude
Phase 3 Schedule
April 20, 2026 (Monday):
Morning (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): General Language
Evening (02:30 PM – 04:30 PM): General Studies
April 21, 2026 (Tuesday):
Morning (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): General Aptitude
BPSC AEDO Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates should be aware of the marking scheme and qualifying criteria to strategize effectively:
Paper 1 (General Language): This is qualifying in nature. Candidates must score at least 30% separately in both Hindi (70 marks) and English (30 marks) sections. Marks from this paper will not be added to the final merit.
Paper 2 & 3: These papers determine the final merit list.
Negative Marking: For every incorrect response, 1/3rd (0.33) marks will be deducted.
Duration: Each paper is allotted 2 hours (120 minutes).
Important Instructions for Candidates
Reporting Time: Reach the exam center at least 60 minutes before the gate closing time to avoid last-minute hassles.
Mandatory Documents: Carry a printed copy of your BPSC AEDO Admit Card and an original Photo ID (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, etc.).
Prohibited Items: No electronic devices, smartwatches, or calculators are permitted inside the hall.
OMR Guidelines: Use only a Blue or Black ballpoint pen to darken the circles on the OMR sheet.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Are marks from the Language paper added to the merit list?
No, Paper 1 is purely qualifying. Only marks from General Studies and General Aptitude are used for the final ranking.
Q: Is there negative marking in the BPSC AEDO exam?
Yes, there is a penalty of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.
Q: How many phases are there in the BPSC AEDO exam?
The exam is being held in three phases across six days: April 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, and 21, 2026.