BPSC Assistant Town Planning Supervisor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 36 Posts

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced a prestigious recruitment drive for the post of Assistant Town Planning Supervisor under the Urban Development and Housing Department, Government of Bihar. This recruitment notification, released under Advertisement Number 07/2026, aims to fill 36 vacancies across various categories. This is an exceptional opportunity for qualified planning professionals who aspire to contribute to urban development and town planning initiatives in Bihar. The Assistant Town Planning Supervisor plays a crucial role in urban development projects, city planning schemes, and infrastructure management. Selected candidates will work directly under the Urban Development & Housing Department and will be responsible for supervising town planning activities, ensuring compliance with urban development norms, and contributing to sustainable city development across Bihar. This position offers excellent career growth prospects, job security, and the opportunity to serve the public sector.

About Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC)

Bihar Public Service Commission is the premier recruitment body of Bihar State, established under Article 315 of the Constitution of India. BPSC conducts examinations and interviews for recruitment to various civil services and posts under the Government of Bihar. The commission is known for its transparent and merit-based selection process, ensuring that the most qualified candidates are selected for public service. BPSC headquarters is located in Patna, Bihar.

Vacancy Details and Reservation

A total of 36 posts are available for Assistant Town Planning Supervisor. The vacancies are distributed across various reservation categories as per Government of Bihar norms: - Unreserved (UR) category posts - Scheduled Caste (SC) category posts - Scheduled Tribe (ST) category posts - Extremely Backward Class (EBC) posts - Backward Class (BC) posts - Women candidates (35% horizontal reservation for Bihar domiciled women) - Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) - 4% horizontal reservation

Educational Qualification Requirements

Candidates must possess one of the following educational qualifications from a recognized University or Institution: - Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan) - Post Graduate Diploma Course in Remote Sensing and GIS with specialization in Urban and Regional Studies - Master in Planning (M.Plan) - Master in Town Planning (MTP) - Master in Regional Planning (MRP) - Master in Urban Planning (MUP) - Master in City Planning - Master in Country Planning - Any equivalent qualification in planning discipline from a UGC recognized University The degree/diploma must be from an institution recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) or appropriate statutory authority. Candidates who have completed their degree through distance education mode from UGC-DEB recognized universities are also eligible.

Age Limit and Relaxation

Age limit is calculated as on 01st August 2025: - Minimum Age: 21 years - Maximum Age: 37 years for Unreserved (UR) category Age relaxation as per Government of Bihar rules: - SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation - BC/EBC candidates: 3 years relaxation - Women candidates (All categories): 3 years relaxation - PwBD candidates: 10 years relaxation - Ex-servicemen: As per government norms - Bihar domicile candidates get additional relaxation as applicable

Application Fee Structure

The application fee varies by category: - For General/Unreserved/EBC/BC candidates: Rs. 750/- - For SC/ST candidates of Bihar: Rs. 200/- - For PwBD candidates: Exempted from fee - Women candidates: Fee as per respective category Payment can be made through Online mode (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI) or Offline mode (Challan based payment). Fee once paid is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.

Selection Process and Examination Pattern

The selection will be conducted through a written competitive examination consisting of: Written Examination (100 Marks): - Compulsory Paper: General Knowledge/General Studies related to Town Planning, Urban Development, Building Regulations, Master Plan, Land Use Planning, Housing schemes, Smart City Mission, AMRUT Scheme, and current affairs related to urban development - Optional Paper: Advanced topics in Town Planning and Urban Development (for tie-breaking situations) - Medium of Examination: Hindi and English (bilingual) - Duration: 3 hours - Type: Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Minimum Qualifying Marks: - Unreserved (UR): 40% marks - Backward Class (BC): 36.5% marks - Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 34% marks - SC/ST/Women/PwBD: 32% marks There will be no interview for this post. Selection is purely based on written examination marks. After the written exam, document verification will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. The merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the written examination.

How to Apply for BPSC Assistant Town Planning Supervisor 2026

The application process is completely online. Follow these steps: Step 1: Visit the official BPSC website at www.bpsc.bihar.gov.in or the online portal https://bpsconline.bihar.gov.in Step 2: Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user. Existing registered users can directly login. Step 3: Click on "Apply Online" link for Advertisement No. 07/2026 for Assistant Town Planning Supervisor post. Step 4: Fill in all required details carefully: - Personal information (Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth, Gender) - Contact details (Mobile, Email, Address) - Category and domicile information - Educational qualifications with marks and year - Upload scanned photograph and signature Step 5: Upload required documents: - Recent passport size color photograph (50 KB, JPG format) - Scanned signature (20 KB, JPG format) - Educational certificates (if required) - Category certificate (SC/ST/EBC/BC certificate issued by competent authority) - Domicile certificate Step 6: Pay the application fee through online payment gateway or generate challan for offline payment. Step 7: Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference. Note: Hard copy of application should not be sent to BPSC office. Only online application will be accepted.

Important Documents Required

Candidates must keep the following documents ready in scanned format before starting the application: - Matriculation/10th certificate (for Date of Birth proof) - Intermediate/12th certificate - Graduation degree certificate and mark sheets - Post-graduation degree/diploma certificate and mark sheets - Caste certificate (if applicable) issued on or before the last date of application - Domicile certificate (Bihar domicile) - PwBD certificate (if applicable) from competent medical authority - EWS certificate (if applicable) - Recent passport size photograph - Signature specimen

Important Dates to Remember

- Online Application Start Date: 14th January 2026 - Last Date to Apply Online: 05th February 2026 (11:59 PM) - Last Date for Fee Payment: 05th February 2026 - Correction Window (if applicable): To be announced - Admit Card Release Date: To be notified - Examination Date: To be announced on official website - Answer Key Release: After examination - Result Declaration: After document verification

General Instructions and Guidelines

- Only candidates with Bihar domicile are eligible for reservation benefits. - All claims made in the application are subject to verification at the time of document verification. - Candidature is provisional until all certificates are verified. - No request for re-evaluation or re-checking will be entertained. - In case of tie in written exam marks, merit will be decided by Optional paper marks, then age (older candidate preferred), then alphabetical order in Devanagari script. - BPSC's decision in all matters will be final and binding. - Candidates should regularly visit the official website for updates. This recruitment provides an excellent platform for qualified urban planners to contribute to Bihar's urban development vision. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline and prepare thoroughly for the examination.