49th BCS Seat Plan, 13 Instructions Released; Oral Exam from Oct 26

The seat plan for the 49th BCS (special) MCQ written exam has been published, along with 13 directives for candidates. Over three lakh examinees will appear at 184 centers in Dhaka.

The notice, signed by Cadre Controller Masuma Afreen, states the exam will be held on October 10 (Friday) from 10:00am to noon exclusively in Dhaka.

Candidates must enter centers by 9:30am. The oral exam may begin October 26, with exact dates on the BPSC website and media.

Exam guidelines

The notice outlines 13 rules, including writing the 8-digit registration number on the answer sheet with a black ballpoint pen and shading the corresponding bubble.

Each answer sheet has a pre-printed set number; candidates need not fill it but must verify matching with the question paper. Mismatch must be reported immediately to the invigilator.

Candidates must follow instructions below the admit card. No one can leave the hall until 12:00pm after question papers are distributed.

Invigilators will check photos and registration numbers on admit cards and attendance sheets. At the end, verify name, number, and photo match before signing.

Mismatch or irregularity will cancel candidature, with legal action under the Bangladesh Civil Service (Age, Qualification and Examination for Direct Appointment) Rules 2014 and BPSC Act 2023 Sections 10-14.

To prevent cheating, books, watches, mobiles, calculators, electronic devices, bank/credit cards, jewelry, and bags are banned. Entry denied with prohibited items.

At gates, magistrates and police will use metal detectors for checks. SMS reminders will be sent; follow them. No head coverings above ears; hearing aids need doctor's note and commission approval.

Cheating or using devices incurs penalties per the rules. No hall change requests accepted.

The exam has 200 MCQs; 1 mark per correct answer, 0.50 deducted for wrong. Duration: two hours. Disabled candidates get 10 minutes extra per hour (hearing impaired) or 5 minutes (others), with approved scribes.

No entry without admit card.

Oral exam dates

The oral exam for successful MCQ candidates may start October 26. Exact dates and times will be on the BPSC website and media.

For detailed seat plan and instructions, click here.