BPSSC SI Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced for 150 Police Sub-Inspector positions under the General Closed Cadre. The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) is accepting online applications from 09/07/2026 to 09/08/2026 through its official portal https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in. Candidates holding a graduate degree and meeting the prescribed age and physical standards are eligible to apply. The selection will be conducted through Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
BPSSC SI Recruitment 2026 | Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) |
| Post Name | Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) |
| Advertisement Number | 09/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 150 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Official Website | https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 09/07/2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 09/08/2026 |
| Age & Qualification Cut-off Date | 01/08/2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates with a graduate degree or equivalent qualification, aged 20 to 37 years (general male), are eligible to apply. The age limit varies by category and gender, with SC/ST candidates receiving relaxation up to 42 years.
Age Limit
No upper age limit as per eligibility criteria â candidates must be a minimum of 20 years old as of 01/08/2025. Maximum age limits vary by category:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) – Male | 20 Years | 37 Years |
| Unreserved (General) – Female | 20 Years | 40 Years |
| BC / EBC – Male and Female | 20 Years | 40 Years |
| SC / ST – Male and Female | 20 Years | 42 Years |
Age relaxation of 5 years is available for Bihar government servants with 3+ years of regular service. Ex-servicemen receive 3 years’ relaxation plus their actual service length, provided they do not exceed 57 years as on the cut-off date.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification as on 01/08/2025. The degree must be obtained from a recognised university.
Physical Standards
Physical standards are qualifying in nature. Candidates not meeting the prescribed measurements will be declared unsuccessful at the PET stage.
| Category | Height (Minimum) | Chest Measurement (Male) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved & BC – Male | 165 cm | 81 cm unexpanded / 86 cm expanded |
| EBC, SC, ST – Male | 160 cm | 79 cm unexpanded / 84 cm expanded |
| All Categories – Female | 155 cm | Not applicable |
A minimum chest expansion of 5 cm is mandatory for male candidates. Female candidates must weigh a minimum of 48 kg.
Is This Recruitment Right for You?
- Graduate candidates from any discipline are eligible to apply, provided the degree is obtained from a recognised university.
- Both male and female Indian citizens residing in Bihar or elsewhere can apply, but women candidates get a horizontal 35% reservation only if they are Bihar domicile holders.
- Candidates aged 20 to 37 years (general) are eligible; SC/ST candidates have an upper age limit of 42 years.
- Meeting physical standards (height and chest measurement for males, height and weight for females) is mandatory to clear the Physical Efficiency Test.
- Bihar government employees with 3+ years of regular service can claim 5-year age relaxation; ex-servicemen can claim relaxation based on their service period.
BPSSC SI Recruitment 2026 | Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Total Vacancies | Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 60 | 21 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 15 | 05 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 27 | 09 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 24 | 08 |
| Backwards Class (BC) | 18 | 06 |
| Backward Class Women | 04 | Not Applicable |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 02 | Not Applicable |
| Total | 150 | 57 |
Women candidates are reserved in all categories with a 35% horizontal reservation. Additionally, 4 vacancies are earmarked specifically for backward class women candidates.
About the Police Sub-Inspector Role
Police Sub-Inspectors in the Bihar Police are Group A law enforcement officers responsible for managing police stations and conducting investigations. They oversee patrol operations, maintain public order, investigate crimes, and supervise constabulary staff. The role involves both field duties and administrative responsibilities, requiring strong leadership and decision-making skills. At Pay Level-6 under the 7th Pay Commission, the post represents a mid-career advancement opportunity with supervisory authority over police personnel and case management responsibilities. This is a permanent central government position with scope for further promotion to higher police ranks.
Pay Scale and Benefits
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-6 (7th Pay Commission) |
| Grade | All-India Service with Group A Classification |
At Pay Level-6, central government employees typically receive an in-hand salary ranging from approximately ₹35,000 to ₹45,000 per month after statutory deductions, before location-based allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / BC / EBC / SC / ST / All Female Candidates | ₹100 |
The application fee must be paid online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI. Bank charges for Net Banking and credit/debit card transactions must be borne by the candidate. The fee is non-refundable once payment is successful; however, failed transactions due to technical issues will be refunded by the payment gateway within 7 working days.
Selection Process
BPSSC SI Recruitment 2026 involves a three-stage selection process designed to assess candidates comprehensively across written examinations, practical skills, and physical fitness.
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Exam is an objective-type test with 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 200 marks total, to be completed in 2 hours. Each correct answer awards 2 marks. The exam covers English, Hindi, General Knowledge, Reasoning, and Current Affairs. Candidates scoring less than 30% marks are not considered for the Main Exam. Candidates equal to 10 times the number of vacancies (category-wise merit) are shortlisted for the Main Exam. If the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, scores are normalised using the Equi-Percentile Method.
Stage 2: Main Examination
Candidates qualifying the Preliminary Exam appear for the Main Exam, consisting of two papers to be completed in a combined duration of 4 hours.
| Paper | Type | Subjects | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Objective MCQ | General Studies (50), Mathematics (40), Reasoning (40), English (20), Hindi (20), Bihar GK (30) | 3 Hours | 200 |
| Paper II | Subjective/Written | Hindi Essay (15), English Essay (15), English Precis (10), Hindi to English Translation (10) | 1 Hour | 50 |
Paper I carries 1 mark for each correct answer, with a negative marking of 0.25 marks for wrong answers. A minimum of 30% marks in each paper is mandatory to qualify. Candidates equal to 3 times the number of vacancies (category-wise merit) are shortlisted for the Physical Efficiency Test based on the Main Exam performance.
Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates who qualify for the Main Exam undergo verification of height, chest, and weight against the prescribed physical standards. This stage is qualifying in nature; no marks are awarded. Candidates not meeting the criteria are declared unsuccessful.
Merit List and Final Appointment
The final merit list is prepared category-wise based on the Main Exam marks. In case of a tie, preference is given to the older candidate by age. If age is the same, preference is based on higher educational qualification, followed by alphabetical order of name (in Hindi) as recorded in the Matriculation certificate. Selected candidates undergo medical examination (checking vision, colour blindness, hearing, stammering, flat-foot, and knock-knee conditions), character verification, and antecedent verification before final appointment. Candidates with stammering or lisping defects, pending criminal cases, or court convictions are declared ineligible.
Documents Required
Candidates must prepare the following documents for the online application and subsequent selection stages:
- Matriculation or equivalent certificate (for date of birth verification)
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification certificate
- Caste/category certificate (if claiming SC/ST/BC/EBC/EWS reservation)
- Bihar domicile certificate (if claiming domicile-based reservation benefits)
- Income and asset certificate for EWS candidates (issued in FY 2025-26, valid for one year)
- Recent colour passport-size photograph (2 months old, white background, 15-25 KB, JPG/JPEG/GIF format only)
- Scanned signature in English and Hindi (black or blue ink, white background, 15-25 KB, JPG/JPEG/GIF format)
- Printed acknowledgement of the final submitted online application
Important Instructions
The BPSSC has clarified that the last date for submitting the online application is fixed and will not be extended under any circumstances. No extension requests at any stage of the recruitment process-whether written exam, PET, document verification, or any other stage-will be entertained, regardless of personal, family, medical, or any other circumstances, including pregnancy or fractures.
Candidates from states other than Bihar claiming a reservation category will be treated as Unreserved (General) candidates and must apply accordingly. Non-compliance will render them ineligible. The 35% horizontal reservation for women applies only to female candidates who are original residents (domicile) of Bihar.
Providing false or incorrect information regarding the reservation category, date of birth, gender, or any other detail in the application will lead to rejection of candidature and may invite legal action. Making multiple payments for a single application is strictly prohibited; the fee is non-refundable once payment succeeds. In case of failed transactions, the amount will be refunded by the payment gateway within 7 working days.
It is not necessary to mail the filled application to the Commission, but candidates must retain their registration number for future correspondence. The entire selection process is expected to take approximately 6 months. Candidates must keep their registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment period, as all important communications will be sent through these channels.
How to Apply for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official BPSSC portal at https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Locate the “Apply Online” link for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 09/2026).
- Click the link and read the detailed information, eligibility criteria, and instructions carefully.
- Click the “New User Registration” button if you are registering for the first time.
- Fill in your basic information: name, email ID, mobile number, and date of birth exactly as recorded in your Matriculation certificate.
- Create a username and password; this login ID will be used for future correspondence and exam hall tickets.
- Log in with your credentials and click “Fill Application Form.”
- Fill all mandatory fields: category, gender, educational qualification, experience (if any), and domicile status.
- Upload your recent colour passport-size photograph (15-25 KB, JPG/JPEG/GIF format, white background).
- Upload your scanned signature in both English and Hindi (15-25 KB, JPG/JPEG/GIF format, black/blue ink, white background).
- Upload supporting documents as required: domicile certificate, caste certificate, EWS income certificate, and educational qualification certificates.
- Review all details carefully before proceeding to payment.
- Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the application fee of ₹100 via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.
- After successful payment, the system will generate an acknowledgement receipt with your registration number.
- Download and print this acknowledgement for your records; keep the registration number safe for all future correspondence.
Applications submitted after 09/08/2026 at 11:59 PM will be rejected automatically by the system. Ensure you complete the application process well in advance to avoid technical issues or portal congestion near the deadline.
Common Mistakes to Avoid While Applying
- Submitting the application form with an incorrect date of birth as recorded in your Matriculation certificate will lead to rejection during document verification.
- Uploading a photograph or signature outside the specified size (15-25 KB) or format (JPG/JPEG/GIF only) will result in form rejection.
- Selecting the wrong category or caste at the time of form submission, the board does not allow correction after final submission.
- Providing a false or incorrect reservation category to appear eligible when you do not qualify will result in immediate disqualification and potential legal action.
- Not retaining your application registration number or failing to download the acknowledgement will make it difficult to track your application status or access exam hall tickets.
- Attempting to make multiple payments for a single application-this may lock your account or result in duplicate registrations being cancelled.
- Submitting the application in the final hours of the last date, the portal traffic peaks sharply near the deadline, causing session timeouts and failed submissions.
What Happens After You Apply
- Application window closes on 09/08/2026 at 11:59 PM.
- BPSSC will announce the Preliminary Exam date on the official website (typically within 2-3 weeks of application closure).
- Admit cards for the Preliminary Exam will be released approximately 7-10 days before the exam date; candidates must download them from the portal using their registration number and login credentials.
- Preliminary Exam will be conducted (objective-type questions, 2 hours, 200 marks).
- Preliminary Exam results and merit list will be announced on the official website; shortlisted candidates (10 times the number of vacancies, category-wise) will be invited for the Main Exam.
- The main exam will be conducted in two papers (3 hours for Paper I, an objective exam, and 1 hour for Paper II, a subjective exam).
- Main Exam results will be announced; candidates ranking within 3 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) will be called for Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
- Physical Efficiency Test (height, chest, weight verification) will be conducted as per the prescribed standards.
- Medical examination, character verification, and antecedent verification will be conducted for candidates selected after the PET.
- The final merit list will be published on the official website based on the main exam performance.
- Selected candidates will receive appointment letters for joining; the entire recruitment process is expected to be completed in approximately 6 months.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the age limit for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The age limit varies by category. For Unreserved (General) male candidates, the age limit is 20 to 37 years; for General female candidates, it is 20 to 40 years. Backward Class (BC) and Extremely Backward Class (EBC) candidates have an upper age limit of 40 years. Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates can apply up to 42 years of age. All ages are calculated as on 01/08/2025 based on the date of birth recorded in your Matriculation certificate.
Q2. Is a Master’s degree required, or is a Bachelor’s degree sufficient for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2026?
Ans. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university is sufficient. A Master’s degree is not mandatory. The qualification must be obtained by the cut-off date of 01/08/2025.
Q3. What is the application fee, and can it be refunded?
Ans. The application fee is ₹100 for all categories. The fee is non-refundable once payment is successful. If your transaction fails due to technical issues (power or internet failure), the payment gateway will refund the amount within 7 working days.
Q4. Can candidates from states other than Bihar apply for this recruitment?
Ans. Yes, candidates from any state can apply. However, candidates from states other than Bihar claiming a reserved category (SC/ST/BC/EBC/EWS) will be treated as Unreserved (General) candidates unless they hold a valid Bihar domicile certificate. Female candidates get 35% horizontal reservation only if they are original residents (domicile) of Bihar.
Q5. What happens if I do not meet the physical standards at the PET stage?
Ans. Physical standards (height, chest, and weight) are qualifying in nature. Candidates not meeting the prescribed measurements will be declared unsuccessful at the Physical Efficiency Test stage and will not proceed further in the recruitment process.
Q6. Is the selection process expected to conclude within a specific timeframe?
Ans. The entire recruitment process, from application closure to appointment, is expected to take approximately 6 months. However, this is an estimate, and the actual timeline may vary depending on examination scheduling, administrative procedures, and the number of candidates.
Q7. What is the Pay Level for the Police Sub-Inspector post?
Ans. The Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) post carries Pay Level-6 under the 7th Pay Commission. This falls under the Group A classification and offers mid-career advancement with supervisory authority. In-hand salary typically ranges from ₹35,000 to ₹45,000 per month, depending on personal pay, location-based allowances, and other benefits, before statutory deductions.
Q8. Can I submit multiple applications for the same post?
Ans. No. Candidates should submit only one application for a single recruitment. Making multiple payments or applications will result in duplicate registrations being cancelled by the board without refund. Providing false or duplicate information may also invite legal action.
Your Next Step
Eligible candidates should submit their application online at https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in before 09/08/2026 to avoid automatic rejection. After the application window closes, BPSSC will announce the Preliminary Exam date on the official website, typically within 2-3 weeks. Subscribe to our free job alert service to receive instant notifications about exam date announcements, admit card releases, and other recruitment updates related to BPSSC and other government recruitments across India.
