BPSC Mains PSIR Optional Question Papers – Year Wise PDF
Download BPSC Mains PSIR (Political Science & International Relations) optional previous year question papers from 68th BPSC to 70th BPSC Mains examination. The PSIR optional paper in BPSC Mains is qualifying in nature and is conducted as an objective-type examination.
The BPSC Mains PSIR optional question paper consists of 100 objective-type questions, to be solved in 2 hours, carrying a total of 100 marks. Marks obtained in this paper are NOT added to the final merit list, but qualifying the PSIR optional paper is mandatory.
Nature of BPSC Mains PSIR Optional Paper
- Paper Name: Optional Subject – PSIR (Political Science & International Relations)
- Exam Stage: BPSC Mains
- Nature: Qualifying only
- Question Type: Objective (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Time Duration: 2 Hours
- Merit List: Marks not counted
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Category-Wise)
Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks in the PSIR optional paper to remain eligible for final selection.
- General Category: 40%
- Backward Class (BC): 36.5%
- Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 34%
- SC / ST / Women / Disabled Candidates: 32%
Failure to qualify in the PSIR optional paper leads to disqualification, irrespective of performance in GS, Essay, or Hindi papers.
BPSC Mains PSIR Optional Question Papers – Year Wise PDF
The table below provides year-wise BPSC Mains PSIR optional previous year question papers for download.
| Sl. No. | BPSC Mains Exam | PSIR Optional Question Paper PDF |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70th BPSC Mains | Download |
| 2 | 69th BPSC Mains | Download |
| 3 | 68th BPSC Mains | Download |
Why Solve BPSC Mains PSIR Optional Previous Year Question Papers
Practising BPSC Mains PSIR optional previous year question papers helps candidates:
- Understand the objective exam pattern
- Identify frequently asked topics from political theory, Indian polity, and international relations
- Improve accuracy and time management
- Secure qualifying marks safely
How to Prepare Using PSIR Optional PYQs
- Revise basic political theory and Indian Constitution
- Focus on concept-based MCQs
- Keep track of current international relations issues
- Practice questions within the 2-hour time limit
- Avoid unnecessary guesswork