All Practice Exams

100+ Free BPSC Screening Test Practice Questions

Pass your BPSC One-Paper MCQ Screening Test — Balochistan, Pakistan exam on the first try — instant access, no signup required.

✓ No registration✓ No credit card✓ No hidden fees✓ Start practicing immediately
100+ Questions
100% Free

Loading practice questions...

2026 Statistics

Key Facts: BPSC Screening Test Exam

100

Marks / MCQs (typical)

BPSC one-paper notices

90 min

Typical Duration

BPSC screening pattern reports

PKR 800

Typical B-16/B-17 Fee

BPSC FAQs

C02101

Challan Head of Account

BPSC FAQs

Balochistan

Domicile Required

BPSC FAQs

3

PCS Exam Chances

BPSC FAQs

BPSC one-paper screening is typically a 100-mark MCQ paper in about 90 minutes covering general ability domains. Application fees are deposited under Head C02101 (commonly PKR 800 for B-16/B-17). Shortlisting is merit-based for the advertised post; full PCS written exams are a separate pathway.

Sample BPSC Screening Test Practice Questions

Try these sample questions to test your BPSC Screening Test exam readiness. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.

1Choose the correct synonym of the word 'Ubiquitous'.
A.Present everywhere
B.Rare and scarce
C.Temporary and fleeting
D.Hostile and aggressive
Explanation: Ubiquitous means present, appearing, or found everywhere. Rare/scarce is closer to an antonym; temporary and hostile are unrelated meanings.
2Choose the correct antonym of the word 'Benevolent'.
A.Kind and generous
B.Malevolent or unkind
C.Cautious and careful
D.Honest and frank
Explanation: Benevolent means well-meaning and kindly. Its antonym is malevolent or unkind. Kind/generous is a synonym.
3Complete the sentence: 'Neither of the applicants _______ selected for the interview.'
A.were
B.have been
C.was
D.are
Explanation: 'Neither' is singular and takes a singular verb. 'Was' correctly agrees with the singular subject in past tense.
4Identify the correctly spelled word.
A.Accomodation
B.Acommodation
C.Acomodation
D.Accommodation
Explanation: Accommodation is spelled with double 'c' and double 'm'. The other options miss one or both doubled consonants.
5Change into passive voice: 'The Commission published the merit list yesterday.'
A.The merit list was published by the Commission yesterday.
B.The merit list is published by the Commission yesterday.
C.The merit list has published by the Commission yesterday.
D.The merit list had publish by the Commission yesterday.
Explanation: Past simple active becomes past simple passive: was/were + past participle. 'Was published' is the correct form.
6Choose the correct indirect speech: He said, 'I am preparing for the BPSC test.'
A.He said that he is preparing for the BPSC test.
B.He said that he was preparing for the BPSC test.
C.He said that I was preparing for the BPSC test.
D.He said that he had preparing for the BPSC test.
Explanation: In reported speech, present continuous typically backshifts to past continuous, and the pronoun 'I' becomes 'he'.
7Choose the word that best fills the blank: 'The candidate was ______ for submitting forged documents.'
A.commended
B.promoted
C.disqualified
D.applauded
Explanation: Forged documents are grounds for removal from a recruitment process, so 'disqualified' fits the context.
8Identify the part of speech of the underlined word: 'She spoke fluently during the interview.' (fluently)
A.Noun
B.Adjective
C.Preposition
D.Adverb
Explanation: 'Fluently' modifies the verb 'spoke' and is therefore an adverb.
9Choose the correct preposition: 'He is proficient ______ English grammar.'
A.in
B.on
C.at
D.with
Explanation: The standard collocation is 'proficient in' a language or subject.
10Choose the correctly punctuated sentence.
A.Quetta the capital of Balochistan is a major city.
B.Quetta, the capital of Balochistan, is a major city.
C.Quetta the capital, of Balochistan is a major city.
D.Quetta; the capital of Balochistan is a major city.
Explanation: Non-restrictive appositives are set off by commas on both sides: 'Quetta, the capital of Balochistan, is...'

About the BPSC Screening Test Exam

The BPSC One-Paper MCQ Screening Test is the objective general-ability filter used by the Balochistan Public Service Commission for many provincial recruitments. Papers commonly test English, Pakistan Affairs (including Balochistan), general knowledge/geography, current affairs, everyday science/IT, basic mathematics, and Islamic Studies. It is distinct from the full Combined Competitive Examination (PCS) subjective stage.

Assessment

One-paper MCQ general ability screening (100 marks); distinct from full PCS/CCE written papers

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

Merit-based shortlisting (post-specific cutoff)

Exam Fee

PKR 800 (typical B-16/B-17; see BPSC fee schedule by BPS) (Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC))

BPSC Screening Test Exam Content Outline

20%

English Language

Grammar, vocabulary, voice, narration, idioms, articles, and error spotting.

20%

Pakistan Affairs & Balochistan

Pakistan Movement, constitutions, polity, Balochistan geography/history, and CPEC/Gwadar.

15%

Current Affairs

International organizations, economy, climate agreements, and regional forums relevant to Pakistan.

15%

Everyday Science & IT

Basic science concepts plus computer literacy used in provincial screening papers.

15%

Basic Mathematics & Mental Ability

Arithmetic, series, work-time, and analytical reasoning under time pressure.

10%

General Knowledge & Geography

World and Pakistan geography, currencies, and international organization facts.

5%

Islamic Studies

Core Islamiat topics commonly sampled in general ability papers.

How to Pass the BPSC Screening Test Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Merit-based shortlisting (post-specific cutoff)
  • Assessment: One-paper MCQ general ability screening (100 marks); distinct from full PCS/CCE written papers
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam fee: PKR 800 (typical B-16/B-17; see BPSC fee schedule by BPS)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

BPSC Screening Test Study Tips from Top Performers

1Confirm your post's syllabus PDF on bpsc.gob.pk — some posts are subject-heavy MCQs rather than pure general ability.
2Memorize Balochistan anchors: Quetta, Bolan Pass, Gwadar/CPEC, Reko Diq, provincial borders, and Sibi Mela.
3Drill English grammar and synonym/antonym sets daily; they are high-frequency, high-scoring items.
4Practice arithmetic without a calculator under timed conditions (percentages, ratios, averages, SI).
5Read Dawn or a monthly current-affairs digest for CPEC, IMF, SCO/ECO/SAARC, and UN/SDG themes.
6Treat Islamiat as easy marks: pillars, Seerah basics, Zakat, and Hijri calendar origins.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BPSC One-Paper MCQ Screening Test?

It is an objective general-ability MCQ paper used by the Balochistan Public Service Commission to shortlist candidates for many provincial posts before written/interview stages. It is not the full PCS Combined Competitive Examination.

How many questions and how much time?

Common BPSC one-paper general ability notices describe a 100-mark MCQ paper with about 90 minutes duration. Always confirm the exact pattern on the advertisement and roll-number slip for your post.

What is the BPSC application fee?

Per BPSC FAQs, fees under Head C02101 include roughly PKR 600 (B-15 & below), PKR 800 (B-16/B-17), PKR 1,200 (B-18), PKR 2,500 (B-19/B-20), and PKR 1,500 for the competitive examination, deposited via green challan at NBP/SBP in Balochistan.

Who can apply?

Applicants need a Balochistan local/domicile certificate and must meet the education, age, and experience criteria in the specific advertisement and service rules. Separate applications and fees are required for each post.