Editing 49th BCS (Bangladesh Civil Service) (section)

== Exam Structure & Syllabus ==
The 49th BCS (Special) exam is divided into two major parts: '''Compulsory General Subjects''' and '''Subject-Specific (Cadre) Subjects'''. The exam is MCQ-based (for the written part) with negative marking in some sections.

=== Marks & Distribution (MCQ / Written Part) ===

* '''Total Marks (MCQ / Written Part): 200'''
* The general subjects (100 marks) are split as:
** Bangla – 20
** English – 20
** Bangladesh Affairs – 20
** International Affairs – 20
** Mathematical Reasoning – 10
** Mental Ability – 10
* The '''cadre-specific subject''' carries '''100 marks'''. Candidates will be tested in the subject relevant to the post they apply for.
* '''Negative Marking''': For each wrong answer, '''0.50 marks''' will be deducted.
* '''Oral / Viva Voce''': After written exams, successful candidates will appear in a viva voce which carries additional marks (commonly 100 marks).