What is BPSC CDPO 2027 exam pattern?

BPSC CDPO Prelims has 150 objective questions in 120 minutes: General Studies (60Q), Child Development & Women Welfare (60Q), and General Hindi (30Q) with -0.25 negative marking. Mains has 4 descriptive papers: General Studies I & II, Child Development, and Hindi, each carrying 300 marks.

What is the role of a CDPO in Bihar?

A Child Development Project Officer heads the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) project in a block or urban area. They supervise Anganwadi centers, oversee nutrition and immunization programs, monitor mid-day meals, coordinate with health departments, and implement schemes like POSHAN Abhiyan and Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana.

What is the salary of BPSC CDPO in Bihar?

BPSC CDPO salary is in Pay Band-2 (Rs. 9,300-34,800) with Grade Pay of Rs. 4,800. Basic pay starts at approximately Rs. 44,900 per month under 7th Pay Commission. Including HRA, DA and other allowances, the gross salary ranges from Rs. 65,000 to Rs. 80,000 per month.

Is there any special preference for women candidates in BPSC CDPO?

Yes, BPSC CDPO posts are predominantly filled by women candidates as per Bihar government policy for ICDS-related posts. Women candidates also get additional age relaxation. However, male candidates are not barred from applying. The final selection is purely merit-based through the competitive examination.

What child development topics are most important for BPSC CDPO?

Important topics include child nutrition (PEM, micronutrient deficiencies), ICDS scheme components, early childhood care and education (ECCE), immunization schedule, mother and child health (MCH), Anganwadi Kendra functioning, POSHAN 2.0, and government schemes like PM POSHAN, PMMVY, and Mission Saksham Anganwadi.

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BPSC CDPO Preparation Guide

Bihar Public Service Commission

Your Complete Preparation Guide for BPSC CDPO 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks150

Duration120 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Offline (OMR)

Frequency

As per notification

Next Exam Date

September 2027

EEligibility Criteria

Graduate with Home Science/Sociology/Psychology or any degree, age 21-37 years

ANumber of Attempts

As per Bihar government norms

Study Plan by Subject

Child Development & Women Welfare

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Studies

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Hindi

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Focus on ICDS scheme in depth — its objectives, components, beneficiaries, budget, and recent restructuring under POSHAN 2.0 as this fetches maximum marks in Child Development section

Study child nutrition: Protein-Energy Malnutrition (PEM), kwashiorkor, marasmus, Vitamin A/D/B deficiencies and their clinical signs for the health and nutrition component

Cover Bihar-specific GS — Ganga river tributaries, Mithila culture, Champaran history, Bihar industrial corridors, and state budget allocations for women and child welfare

Practice Hindi comprehension and letter/report writing as Mains General Hindi paper tests both grammar and official writing skills simultaneously

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
Child Development & Women Welfare	50	50	40 min
General Studies	50	50	40 min
General Hindi	50	50	40 min
Total	150	150	120 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

June 2027

Next Exam Date

September 2027

Conducted By

Bihar Public Service Commission

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