BPSC AEDO Exam Postponed: New Dates, Exam Pattern & Strategy for 935 Vacancies
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially postponed the Assistant Education Development Officer (AEDO) recruitment examination. The exam (BPSC AEDO Exam Postponed), was originally scheduled to be conducted from January 10 to January 16, 2026, has been deferred due to some unknown reasons.
There is a total of 935 vacancies in the state education department and this news brings a mix of relief and anxiety to the aspirants. In this article, we will cover every aspect of the BPSC AEDO exam, including the official postponement details, the complete exam pattern, and the timeline of events.
BPSC AEDO Exam Overview
Before diving into the news, let’s take a quick look at the exam highlights. This table will help you understand about the examination overview.
| Feature | Details |
| Exam Name | Assistant Education Development Officer (AEDO) |
| Conducting Body | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 935 Posts |
| Exam Level | State Level (Bihar) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Document Verification |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Official Website | https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in/ |
Why BPSC AEDO Exam Postponed?
The reason of exam postpone is not known till now but it must have been an avoidable reason.
- Original Schedule: January 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, and 16, 2026.
- Reason for Delay: Administrative reasons (as per standard commission notices).
- New Dates: To be announced soon on the official website.
This postponement gives candidates a crucial window to strengthen their weak areas, especially in General Studies and Aptitude, which determine the final merit list.
Important Dates
Staying updated with the schedule is vital. Below is the table of important dates related to the BPSC AEDO recruitment cycle.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | August 2025 |
| Online Application Window | August – September 2025 (Reopened in Dec) |
| Original Admit Card Date | January 3, 2026 |
| Original Exam Date | Jan 10 – Jan 16, 2026 |
| Status | Postponed |
| New Exam Date | To be notified soon |
BPSC AEDO Exam Pattern
To crack this exam, understanding the pattern is non-negotiable. The BPSC AEDO exam is objective in nature and consists of three papers.
Key Highlights:
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
- Qualifying Paper: General Language marks are NOT added to the final merit list, but you must score at least 30%.
- Merit Papers: Your rank is decided solely by General Studies and General Aptitude.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Nature |
| Paper 1 | General Language (English: 30 Marks, Hindi: 70 Marks) | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours | Qualifying (Min 30%) |
| Paper 2 | General Studies | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours | Merit Deciding |
| Paper 3 | General Aptitude | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours | Merit Deciding |
- General Studies: Focuses on Bihar Special GK, Current Affairs (National & International), Indian History, Geography, and Polity.
- General Aptitude: Includes Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, and Basic Numeracy (Matriculation level).
Preparation Strategy for the Extended Period
With the exam postponed. Use this time to:
- Master Bihar Special: Since this is a state exam, questions on Bihar’s history, geography, and census are guaranteed.
- Practice Mock Tests: Simulate the 2-hour environment for each paper to manage time effectively.
- Focus on Negative Marking: With 1/3rd negative marking, accuracy is more important than the number of attempts. Avoid blind guessing.
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