Latest update — 6 October 2026
Use these BPSC ASO previous-year papers for 2026–27 preparation. The download labels retain each paper’s actual year and source; current syllabus and stage guidance below explain how to use them.
At a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Previous-paper practice for the current preparation session |
| Paper year | The actual examination year remains attached to each file |
| Source | Official links and locally hosted copies are identified separately |
| Answers | Use the official final key where available; a selected response is not proof of correctness |
Latest syllabus and paper pattern
The linked legacy Assistant scans support practice but do not by themselves establish the current Assistant Section Officer pattern. Read the present BPSC ASO advertisement and syllabus before choosing full-paper timings. Treat recurring question topics as practice evidence rather than guaranteed weightage.
Available practice files
| Paper / provenance | Download |
|---|---|
| Previous Assistant preliminary practice scan — English; booklet code 07/A/PT-2023/149-D | Open Previous Assistant preliminary practice scan — English; booklet code 07/A/PT-2023/149-D PDF |
| Previous Assistant preliminary practice scan — Hindi; booklet code 07/A/PT-2023/149-A | Open Previous Assistant preliminary practice scan — Hindi; booklet code 07/A/PT-2023/149-A PDF |
Use the right paper
Use the current ASO advertisement number and syllabus to decide which topics transfer. Do not infer that an older Assistant paper has the same duration, syllabus or marking rules as ASO. The old unverified 2-hour-25-minute duration claim has been removed.
How to practise and score
Read the booklet instructions before starting. Attempt relevant questions without looking at solutions, record uncertain answers, and revise the underlying topics. For an objective paper, calculate penalties using the rules applicable to that sitting. For a descriptive paper, assess structure, coverage and completion time; a self-assigned mark is not an examiner’s score.
Official papers and corrections
Check the authority’s official website for original papers, final answer keys, syllabus amendments and current candidate instructions. A provisional key may be revised. Match the question number and booklet series before using any answer. Where a scan lacks pages or a reliable identity, use it only as supplementary practice, not as a complete timed test.
A practical weekly paper routine
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| First sitting | Attempt the paper or relevant sections without solutions; use timing appropriate to the source paper |
| Same-day review | Separate knowledge gaps, misreading, calculation mistakes and unanswered questions |
| Targeted revision | Return to the official syllabus topic and practise similar questions |
| Repeat check | Reattempt the missed questions after a gap and compare accuracy, not just total attempts |
Official sources
Checked on 6 October 2026. Later official amendments take precedence. Preparation plans are GovtAdhikari editorial guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Are old papers useful for the current session?
Yes, for relevant topics and question practice. Compare their scheme with the latest official notice before using them as full mocks.
Are all downloadable copies official originals?
No. Follow the provenance label next to each file. Local or memory-based copies are not certified as official originals.
Should I change an old paper’s year to 2026?
No. The article supports current preparation, while the paper retains its real examination year.