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What is the pass mark of BCS exam?

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Christopher Anderson

Published Feb 13, 2026

What is the pass mark of BCS exam?

50%
Under the new rules, the marks for multiple-choice questions (MCQ) in the BCS preliminary examination were increased to 200 from 100 and the duration from one hour to two. The minimum pass mark for viva will be 50%, instead of the existing 40%; the pass mark for the written test will remain the same on 50%.

How do I start preparing for BCS?

The best way to test your BCS preparation level is to take part in some BCS preliminary model tests online or offline. These BCS exam model tests can be divided into 50-mark each several mini-model tests on two or three topics of your BCS exam syllabus or BPSC syllabus. Take your mock BCS model tests seriously.

How many cadres are there in BCS?

26 cadres
Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) is the main policy setting and recruitment body of BCS. BCS has 26 cadres.

When can I apply for BCS exam?

BCS Recruitment Circular 2020: The circular has been published in 30 November 2020 and application starts from 07 December for special candidates and 30 December 2020 for general candidates. Eligible interested person can apply online by given time to participate a preliminary examination.

What is the age limit for BCS?

21 to 30 years
Age. 21 to 30 years (for General candidates). The maximum age limit of freedom fighters and their sons, daughters, disable candidates and BCS (Health) cadre candidates is 32.

Who is eligible for BCS?

To sit for the BCS, you need to have completed at least an undergraduate degree. The exam is open to Bangladeshi nationals only, between ages 21 and 30. You cannot have more than one third class equivalent final grade in your undergraduate and graduate degrees.

What subjects are in BCS?

The BCS syllabus includes subjects such as Web Development, Dot Net programming, JAVA Programming, Systems Programming, Operating System, etc. that are pursued in-depth. The course also offers several practice sessions that will enhance students’ practical knowledge.

Is calculator allowed in BCS exam?

Candidates of the 35th BCS examinations will not be able to use calculators during the preliminary examinations. Previously, those taking the civil service exams could use calculators but not the scientific ones in both the preliminary and written examinations.

What is BCS salary?

The average BCS Technology salary ranges from approximately ₹3.5 Lakhs per year for a Associate Software Developer to ₹ 4.9 Lakhs per year for a BI Developer.

How many subjects are there in BCS?

BCS Subjects :

Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) Syllabus
Semester IV
3Database Management -2
4Introduction to JAVA programming
5Software Engineering

How many subjects are there in BCS exam?

Seven compulsory subjects and two post related subjects.

Who can apply for BCS?