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.