The 47th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) Preliminary Test (MCQ type) will be conducted on Friday, 19 September, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. The examination will be held simultaneously across 256 educational institutions in eight divisional cities: Dhaka, Rajshahi, Chattogram, Khulna, Barishal, Sylhet, Rangpur, and Mymensingh.
The Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) made this announcement in a notice issued on Monday, 16 September.
Entry and Attendance Regulations
- Candidates must enter the examination hall by 9:30 am sharp.
- After 9:30 am, all gates will be closed, and no late entry will be permitted.
- Seating arrangements, detailed schedules, and centre-related information will be available on:
- BPSC official website: www.bpsc.gov.bd
- Teletalk website: bpsc.teletalk.com.bd
- Additionally, details will also be sent to candidates via SMS.
Verification and Exam Format
Candidate details will be strictly verified:
- Information and photo on the admit card must match the attendance sheet.
- Any inconsistency may lead to cancellation of candidature and legal action.
The question and answer scripts will have four separate sets (1, 2, 3, 4). Candidates must answer from the corresponding set provided.
| Exam Component | Details |
| Total Questions | 200 (MCQ format) |
| Marks per Correct Answer | 1 mark |
| Penalty for Wrong Answer | –0.5 mark (half mark deducted) |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Leaving Examination Hall | Not permitted during exam time |
Strict Prohibitions in the Examination Hall
The notice emphasised strict restrictions. The following items are banned:
- Books, papers, notes
- Watches, calculators
- Mobile phones
- Bags, jewellery
- Any type of electronic devices
Candidates will be searched using metal detectors before entry. If any banned item is found or if a candidate is caught cheating, their candidature will be cancelled immediately, and legal action will follow.
Facilities for Candidates with Disabilities
- Visually impaired candidates: will be provided with scribes and will receive an additional 10 minutes per hour.
- Other disabled candidates: will receive an additional 5 minutes per hour.
- Admit card is mandatory for entry. In case of loss, a fresh copy can be downloaded from the official website.
English Version Candidates
Special arrangements have been made for candidates opting for the English version:
- Separate seating and question papers have been prepared.
- No version changes will be allowed on the day of the examination.
- Candidates must sit for the exam at the designated centres.
Disciplinary Measures
The notification further warned that:
- Any irregularities, misconduct, or malpractice detected will result in the cancellation of candidature.
- Punitive measures will be taken under the Bangladesh Public Service Commission Act, 2023.
This comprehensive set of instructions aims to ensure a fair, transparent, and disciplined environment for the 47th BCS Preliminary Examination.
