{"id":5137,"date":"2025-09-05T18:12:13","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T12:42:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=5137"},"modified":"2025-10-14T18:12:54","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T12:42:54","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-upsc-and-bpsc-simultaneously-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/how-to-prepare-for-upsc-and-bpsc-simultaneously-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for UPSC and BPSC Simultaneously, Study Plan, Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>How to Prepare for UPSC and BPSC Simultaneously:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand the UPSC and BPSC syllabus and familiarise yourself with the exam pattern of BPSC and UPSC. Understanding the syllabus will help you know what to focus on during BPSC and UPSC preparation.\u00a0 Integrate the Study content common to both BPSC and UPSC exams (History, Polity, Economy, Environment). Make a Daily Routine. Dedicate a good 7-8 hours daily, starting with common subjects for both BPSC and UPSC exams and then move to separate topics for the BPSC exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=427&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Books for UPSC Mains<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Prepare for UPSC and BPSC Simultaneously?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Prepare for UPSC and BPSC Simultaneously: Yes, you can prepare for UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) and BPSC (Bihar Public Service Commission) exams simultaneously<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as they share significant overlap in their syllabi, exam patterns, and preparation approach. Furthermore, there are significant differences between the two exams that have to be considered, and a well-aligned, realistic approach is essential to balance preparation for both. Tips for How to Prepare for UPSC and BPSC Simultaneously are given below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Understand the Syllabus and Exam Pattern of both exams\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Create a Realistic Daily Schedule and first complete the common topics for both the exam.<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>D<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ivide the time among each exam like 5 hours for UPSC and 3 hours for Bihar, Bihar-specific topic<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular weekly and monthly revision,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Keep yourself updated with the Current Affairs of national and Bihar-specific.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=1856&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BPSC Mains Strategy<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Common Syllabus for UPSC and BPSC\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BPSC and UPSC syllabi significantly overlap with each other. A detailed common syllabus for both BPSC and UPSC is given below:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Subject Area<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 UPSC<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 BPSC<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>History<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian history with world history in Mains<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian history with Bihar history emphasis<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Polity<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Constitution, governance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Constitution, Bihar-specific acts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Geography<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India and the World: Environmental Issues<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India and Bihar geography<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Economy<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian economy, international economy<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian economy, Bihar economy focus<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Environment<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biodiversity, conservation, climate change<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biodiversity and, environment in Bihar<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Ethics Paper<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Included in Mains<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not applicable<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Study Plan for UPSC and BPSC Aspirants<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prepare efficiently, integrate UPSC\u2019s broader preparation with BPSC\u2019s state-specific requirements. Here\u2019s a step-by-step plan:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>1. Create a realistic Unified Study Plan for UPSC and BPSC<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time Allocation for each exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dedicate 70-80% of your time to UPSC\u2019s syllabus, as it covers most of BPSC\u2019s content. Reserve 20-30% for Bihar-specific topics.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weekly Targets for BPSC and UPSC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Cover 1-2 subjects per week, alternating between UPSC and BPSC priorities. For example:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 1: Indian Polity (UPSC + BPSC) + Bihar History.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 2: Geography (UPSC + BPSC) + Bihar Economy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>2. Important Book\u00a0 for Both BPSC and UPSC<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Common General Studies for Both UPSC and BPSC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>History for BPSC and UPSC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: NCERTs (Class 6-12), Spectrum\u2019s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern India<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (UPSC + BPSC). For BPSC, focus on Bihar\u2019s role in the freedom struggle (e.g., Champaran Satyagraha).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Polity for BPSC and UPSC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: M. Laxmikanth\u2019s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Polity<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Geography for BPSC and UPSC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: NCERTs (Class 6-12), G.C. Leong\u2019s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Geography<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For BPSC, study Bihar\u2019s physical geography, rivers, and agriculture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Economy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ramesh Singh\u2019s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Economy<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Economic Survey, national and Bihar-specific.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Environment for BPSC and UPSC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: IAS HUB <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environment<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> book. For BPSC, focus on Bihar\u2019s environmental issues (e.g., floods, Ganga conservation).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Science &amp; Tech For BPSC and UPSC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: NCERTs (Class 6-10), current affairs for recent developments.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Current Affairs for BPSC and UPSC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Read daily <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Hindu<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Express<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and monthly magazines like IAS HUB magazine. For BPSC, keep yourself updated with Bihar-specific news, e.g., Pratiyogita Darpan\u2019s Bihar edition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Optional Subject for BPSC and UPSC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: opt for a common optional (e.g., History, Geography, Sociology) to minimise effort and efficient preparation. Use standard UPSC books and supplement with BPSC-specific notes for the optional.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bihar-Specific Resources and Newspaper<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bihar Ek Parichay<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by Imtiyaz Ahmed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bihar Samanya Gyan<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by Crown Publications.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bihar Economic Survey\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local newspapers like <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hindustan<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Hindi) for Bihar news.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/400-X-180cdr-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5579 msDefaultImage\" title=\"400 X 180cdr\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5580 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/qep-pocket-notes-2.0\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5580 msDefaultImage\" title=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5581 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/toppers-handwritten-upsc-pyq-4-books\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>Mistakes to Avoid While Preparing for Both UPSC and BPSC<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aspirants make common mistakes while preparing for both UPSC and BPSC. One should avoid the following mistakes while preparing for the examination to maximise your chances of clearing the examination.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over-reliance on the Coaching industry for both BPSC and UPSC. Without self-study and over-reliance on coaching, real progress will be affected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neglecting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skipping Mock Tests for prelims and mains.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ignoring Current Affairs while covering the syllabus.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not Maintaining Health and Motivation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Time Management Tips for UPSC &amp; BPSC Exams<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time Management Tips for UPSC &amp; BPSC Exams are given below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Understand the Syllabus and Exam Pattern\u00b7<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Create a Realistic Daily Schedule\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Set Clear and Achievable Goals,<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>D<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ivide the time among each subject<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular weekly and monthly\u00a0 Revision,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Updated with Current Affairs\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Are you preparing for UPSC and BPSC?<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Join IAShub\u2019s UPSC coaching batches<\/b><\/a><b> to boost your preparation. Enrol now!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Prepare for UPSC and BPSC Simultaneously FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-5136 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-5136{ position: relative; }#sp-ea-5136 .ea-card{ opacity: 0;}#eap-preloader-5136{ position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 100%;width: 100%; text-align: center;display: flex; align-items: center;justify-content: center;}#sp-ea-5136.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-5136.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-5136.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-5136.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-5136.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1757086861\"><div id=\"sp-ea-5136\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"1\" data-scroll-active-item=\"1\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div id=\"eap-preloader-5136\" class=\"accordion-preloader\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-51360\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse51360\" aria-controls=\"collapse51360\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Q1. How to Prepare for UPSC and BPSC Simultaneously?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse51360\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-5136\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-51360\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can prepare for both the UPSC and BPSC simultaneously, as there is an overlap in their syllabus, especially in General Studies (GS). Both UPSC and BPSC cover topics like Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment, and Current Affairs. However, UPSC is a national-level exam with a broader and deeper scope, while BPSC focuses more on Bihar-specific topics.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-51361\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse51361\" aria-controls=\"collapse51361\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Q2. How should I create a study plan for both BPSC and UPSC?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse51361\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-5136\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-51361\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Download, understand and then compare the UPSC and BPSC syllabi from their official websites. Identify common topics (History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment, Science, and Current Affairs). Note BPSC-specific topics (Bihar\u2019s history, freedom struggle, geography, economy, and current affairs).<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-51362\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse51362\" aria-controls=\"collapse51362\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Q3. How should I prepare for Bihar-specific topics for BPSC?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse51362\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-5136\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-51362\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">BPSC Prelims includes 15-20 questions on Bihar\u2019s history, geography, economy, and current affairs, and BPSC Mains has sections on Bihar in GS papers.\u00a0 Understand Bihar-specific news in newspapers like Hindustan (Hindi) and state government websites.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-51363\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse51363\" aria-controls=\"collapse51363\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Q4. Should I choose the same optional subject for UPSC and BPSC?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse51363\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-5136\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-51363\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, choosing the same optional subject is highly recommended and beneficial to save time and effort. Both BPSC and UPSC offer overlapping optional subjects like History, Geography, Political Science, Sociology, and Public Administration.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-51364\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse51364\" aria-controls=\"collapse51364\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Q5. Which newspaper should be followed for BPSC and UPSC?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse51364\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-5136\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-51364\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Current affairs is the most significant part of the UPSC and BPSC examinations. Aspirants can follow The Hindu and The Indian Express for UPSC. Follow Bihar-specific news in newspapers Hindustan (Hindi) and the state government websites.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><script data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\" type=\"application\/ld+json\">{ \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"@id\": \"sp-ea-schema-5136-69efa035a02ef\", \"mainEntity\": [{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Q1. 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Which newspaper should be followed for BPSC and UPSC?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Current affairs is the most significant part of the UPSC and BPSC examinations. Aspirants can follow The Hindu and The Indian Express for UPSC. Follow Bihar-specific news in newspapers Hindustan (Hindi) and the state government websites.\" } }] }<\/script><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Prepare for UPSC and BPSC Simultaneously is possible with the right approach. Focus on the common syllabus, add Bihar-specific topics, and follow a structured study plan. 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