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LATEST UPDATE 2026
As of January, 2026, the Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment 2025-26 cycle, conducted by the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) for 1799 vacancies (Advt. No. 05/2025), is approaching its Preliminary exam stage. The application process concluded on 26 October 2025, and admit cards for the Prelims were released on 30 December 2025 (with the download link active on the official portal). The Preliminary exam is scheduled for tentatively 18 January & 21 January in two shifts each day. Candidates should log in promptly using their credentials at bpssc.bihar.gov.in to download their hall tickets, verify exam centre details, and make final preparations for this initial stage leading to Mains, PET/PST, and final selection.
IMPORTANT DATES
As of January 2026, key dates for Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment 2025-26 (Advt. No. 05/2025, 1799 vacancies) include: notification released on 23 September 2025, applications accepted from 26 September to 26 October 2025, Prelims admit cards released on 30 December 2025, and the Preliminary exam scheduled for 18 and 21 January 2026 in two shifts each day on bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
Events | Details |
Notification Released On | September 2025 |
Online application start start | 26 September 2025 |
Online application closing date | 26 October 2025 |
Correction Date | NA |
Admit Card Date | NA |
Exam Date | 18 and 21 January 2026 (Tentative) |
Result Date | February – March 2026 (Tentative) |
VACANCY DETAILS
The exam is held as per requirement and not on an annual basis. In this cycle, thousands of candidates applied for the 1799 vacancies.
Basic Information
Advertisement No.: 05/2025
Conducting Body: Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC)
Post Name: Police Sub-Inspector (Daroga)
Total Vacancies: 1799
Category-Wise Distribution
Unreserved (General): 850
Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 180
Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 273
Backward Class (BC): 222
Backward Class – Female (BCF): 42
Scheduled Caste (SC): 210
Scheduled Tribe (ST): 15
Transgender: 7
Additional Reservation Notes
Horizontal Reservation for Women: 35% across categories (approximately 629 seats)
Other Reservations: As per Bihar Government norms (e.g., Freedom Fighters’ descendants, if applicable)
Vacancies are based on official notification and subject to minor official changes
SALARY STRUCTURE
The Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) under BPSSC Advt. No. 05/2025 draws a salary in Pay Level 6 (7th CPC) with a pay scale of Rs 35,400 – Rs 1,12,400. Starting basic pay is Rs 35,400, and gross monthly salary (including DA, HRA, and other allowances) ranges from Rs 49,772 to Rs 54,212, leading to an approximate in-hand of Rs 49,000 – Rs 54,000 after deductions. Additional perks include medical, transport, uniform, and ration allowances, with annual increments and periodic DA revisions.
Pay Scale Details
Pay Matrix Level: Level 6 (as per 7th Pay Commission)
Pay Scale: rs 35,400 – rs 1,12,400
Starting Basic Pay: rs 35,400 per month
Grade Pay: rs 4,200 (equivalent in Level 6)
In-Hand Salary (Approximate)
Gross Monthly Salary: rs 49,772 – rs 54,212 (including allowances)
In-Hand Salary (after deductions): Approximately rs 49,000 – rs 54,000 per month (varies based on posting location and deductions like PF, NPS, taxes)
Key Allowances & Perks
Dearness Allowance (DA): Around 12-17% of basic pay (currently ~ Rs 4,248; revised periodically)
House Rent Allowance (HRA): Rs 2,124 – Rs 5,664 (depending on city classification – X/Y/Z cities)
Travel/Transport Allowance: Rs 600 – Rs 1,500
Medical Allowance: Rs 1,000 (approx)
Ration Money Allowance: Rs 3,000 (approx)
Uniform Allowance: As per rules
Other Benefits: Pension (NPS), Leave Encashment, Insurance, Vehicle Allowance (in some cases)
Additional Notes
Annual Package (starting): Approximately rs 4.25 lakh to rs 6.5 lakh (excluding perks)
Salary increases with promotions, annual increments, and DA revisions.
Probation Period: Usually 2-3 years, during which full allowances apply after confirmation.
This structure is based on the official BPSSC Advertisement No. 05/2025 (Level-6 mentioned) and standard 7th Pay Commission implementation for Bihar Police SI.
HOW TO APPLY
Important Note (as of 9 January 2026): The online application process for Advt. No. 05/2025 (1799 vacancies) is already closed. Applications were accepted from 26 September 2025 to 26 October 2025 only. No further applications or corrections are being accepted now.
The recruitment has progressed to the Preliminary Exam stage (scheduled for 18 & 21 January 2026), with admit cards released on 30 December 2025.
Steps Followed for Application (for reference only)
Visit the official BPSSC website: bpssc.bihar.gov.in
Click on the “Apply Online” link for Advt. No. 05/2025 (Police Sub-Inspector).
Register with basic details (name, mobile, email, etc.) to generate login credentials.
Log in and fill the application form with personal, educational, and category details.
Upload scanned photo, signature, and required documents.
Pay the application fee online (Rs 700 for General/OBC/EWS; Rs 400 for SC/ST/Female/Bihar residents – as per notification).
Submit the form and take a printout.
If you missed this cycle, wait for the next BPSSC SI notification (expected in 2026-27). Always check bpssc.bihar.gov.in for future updates.
EXAM CENTERS
The Bihar Police SI Preliminary Exam (Advt. No. 05/2025) on 18 January 2026 and 21 January 2026 takes place in two shifts each day (Shift 1: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Shift 2: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM) at various centers across multiple districts in Bihar.
Key Details
BPSSC allocates exam centers (no choice for candidates).
Centers appear on the individual admit card (released 30 December 2025) and in centre-wise roll number lists (separate PDFs for each exam date).
Centers spread across major districts to accommodate candidates statewide.
Exam Districts & Centers
BPSSC conducts the exam primarily in the following districts (with multiple schools/colleges as venues in each):
Patna (highest number of centers, e.g., A.N. College, T.P.S. College, B.D. College, and many government/private schools)
Gaya
Muzaffarpur
Darbhanga
Other districts (based on candidate distribution and capacity): Bhagalpur, Purnea, Arrah (Bhojpur), Chapra (Saran), and select headquarters towns.
Exact venue names, addresses, and roll number allocations come in official PDFs on bpssc.bihar.gov.in (e.g., “Centre of Candidates According to Roll Number” for 18/01/2026 and 21/01/2026).
Important Instructions
Download your admit card from bpssc.bihar.gov.in using registration details to view your specific center, shift, and reporting time.
Reach the center at least 1 hour early; late entry is not allowed.
Carry admit card + valid photo ID.
For the most accurate and personal center details, log in to the official website. Best of luck for the exam on 18 & 21 January 2026!
ADMIT CARD
Visit the official website for Exam Result & Other Latest Updates.
Current Status (as of 9 January 2026)
The Prelims Admit Card for Advt. No. 05/2025 (1799 vacancies) has been released on 30 December 2025.
It is available for download on the official BPSSC website.
The Preliminary exam is scheduled for 18 January 2026 and 21 January 2026 (two shifts each day).
How to Download Admit Card
Visit the official website: bpssc.bihar.gov.in
Go to the “Bihar Police” section or look for the latest notice: “Download Admit Card of Preliminary Written Examination for the post of Police Sub-Inspector (Advt. No. 05/2025)”.
Click on the download link (usually redirects to a login portal like apply-bpssc.com).
Enter your Registration Number/User ID and Date of Birth/Password.
Submit and download the admit card PDF.
Print a clear copy for exam day.
Important Instructions
Carry the printed admit card + a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.) to the exam center.
Check details: Name, roll number, exam date/shift, center address, and reporting time.
Centre-wise candidate lists are also available on the website for reference.
If facing login issues, contact BPSSC helpline (mentioned on the site).
Download immediately if not done yet—best of luck for the Prelims! Always verify on bpssc.bihar.gov.in for the latest.
EXAM RESULT
Visit the official website for Exam Result & Other Latest Updates.
Current Status
The Preliminary Exam for Advt. No. 05/2025 (1799 vacancies) is yet to be conducted. It is scheduled for 18 January 2026 and 21 January 2026 (two shifts each day).
Therefore, the result has not been declared yet.
Expected Result Timeline
Results for BPSSC Prelims are typically announced 4-8 weeks after the exam date (based on previous cycles).
Anticipated release: Late February to March 2026.
The result will be published as a PDF merit list (roll numbers of qualified candidates) on the official website.
How to Check Result (When Released)
Visit bpssc.bihar.gov.in
Go to the “Results” section or look for the notice related to Advt. No. 05/2025.
Download the Prelims Result PDF and search for your roll number.
Qualified candidates (securing minimum 30%) will proceed to the Mains Exam.
Keep monitoring the official BPSSC website for updates. Best of luck for your Prelims exam starting in just 9 days!???????
OVERVIEW
The Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Exam 2025-26 is a state-level recruitment test conducted by the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) to select candidates for the post of Sub-Inspector in Bihar Police. The exam is held as per requirement and not on an annual basis. In this cycle, thousands of candidates applied for the 1799 vacancies.
The selection process includes Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standard Test (PST), Document Verification, and Medical Examination. The upcoming Prelims is the first crucial stage—stay updated via the official website bpssc.bihar.gov.in for any last-minute changes. Best of luck to all aspirants!
Particulars | Details |
Exam Name | Bihar Police Sub Inspector Exam |
Conducting Body | Bihar Police Sub-ordinate Service Commission |
Admission Purpose | For the Recruitment SI in Bihar Police |
Application Mode | Online Only |
Exam Date | 18 and 21 January 2026 (Tentative) |
Official Website |
SELECTION PROCESS
The Bihar Police SI selection process (Advt. No. 05/2025) is a multi-stage evaluation conducted by BPSSC to ensure candidates meet written, physical, and medical standards for the 1799 vacancies.
Stages of Selection
Preliminary Written Exam
Qualifying stage (minimum 30% marks required).
Objective-type: 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours.
Covers General Knowledge & Current Affairs.
Negative marking: 0.2 marks per wrong answer.
Marks not added to final merit.
Mains Written Exam
Paper 1: General Hindi (100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours) – Qualifying only (minimum 30%; marks not in merit).
Paper 2: General Studies (History, Geography, Polity, Science, Math, Reasoning) – 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours (counts in merit).
Shortlisted candidates from Prelims (typically 10-20 times vacancies) appear here.
Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Mandatory for Mains-qualified candidates.
PST: Height, chest (males), weight measurements as per category.
PET: Running, high jump, shot put (standards vary by gender/category).
Qualifying in nature; no marks added, but failure leads to disqualification.
Document Verification
Verification of original documents (education, caste, domicile, ID, etc.).
Medical Examination
Final health check to ensure fitness for police duties.
Final Merit List
Prepared based on Mains Paper 2 marks only (out of 200).
Ties broken by age, then alphabetical order if needed.
EXAM SYLLABUS
The Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Syllabus 2025-26 (Advt. No. 05/2025) focuses on General Knowledge & Current Affairs for the Preliminary Exam (qualifying stage on 18 & 21 January 2026), followed by General Hindi (qualifying) and comprehensive General Studies in Mains. The syllabus emphasizes current events, basic sciences, reasoning, and static GK at a graduate level.
Preliminary Exam Syllabus
Single Paper: General Knowledge & Current Affairs (100 questions, 200 marks)
Key Topics:
National & International Current Events (awards, summits, sports, appointments)
Indian History & Culture
Geography (Physical, Indian, World – rivers, mountains, climate)
Indian Polity & Constitution
Economy & Budget
General Science (basic physics, chemistry, biology)
Countries & Capitals, Currencies
Diplomatic Relations, Defence & Neighbours
Books & Authors, Important Days, Sports
Mains Exam Syllabus
Paper 1: General Hindi (Qualifying – 30% minimum, marks not in merit)
Grammar
Sentence Structure & Correction
Synonyms/Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases
Comprehension & Precis
Essay/Letter Writing (basic)
Paper 2: General Studies (Merit-based)
General Science: Physics (motion, force, energy), Chemistry (elements, reactions), Biology (human body, diseases, nutrition)
Civics: Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights/Duties, Panchayati Raj, Governance
Indian History: Ancient (Indus Valley, Vedic), Medieval (Mughal, Delhi Sultanate), Modern (Freedom Struggle, key leaders)
Indian Geography: Physical features, Rivers, Climate, Agriculture, Resources
Mathematics & Mental Ability:
Number System, Whole Numbers, Integers, Fractions
Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit/Loss
Time & Work, Distance, Speed
Algebra basics, Geometry
Reasoning: Analogies, Series, Puzzles, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense
Focus heavily on current affairs and Bihar-specific GK for better scoring.
BIHAR POLICE SI & FIRE SERVICE FIRST STAGE EXAM SYLLABUS
Subjects | Topics | Weightage |
General Knowledge | National & International Sports Important National Facts Renowned Personalities & Common Names Full forms and Abbreviations Discoveries Diseases and Nutrition Award and Authors Culture and Religion Heritage and Arts Countries & Currencies Diplomatic Relations, Defence & Neighbour’s | 100 Questions |
Current Affairs | Last 6 Months Current Affairs |
BIHAR POLICE SI & FIRE SERVICE SECOND STAGE EXAM SYLLABUS
There will be two papers in this stage. The First Paper will be in General Hindi, where 100 Questions will be asked for 200 marks, and a total of 2 hours will be dedicated to this paper.
First Paper | ||
Subjects | Topics | Weightage |
General Hindi | Hindi Grammar Fill in the Blanks Unseen Passage One Word Substitutions | 100 Questions |
The Second Paper will be on General Knowledge, General Science, Civics, Indian History, Indian Geography, Maths, and Mental Ability, where 100 Questions will be asked for 200 marks, and a total of 2 hours will be dedicated to this paper.
Second Paper | ||
Subjects | Topics | Weightage |
General Knowledge | Sports Awards Books & Authors Arts & Culture Environment, Etc. | 100 Questions |
General Science | Physics Chemistry Biology | |
Civics | Indian Constitution Parliamentary Government The Judiciary Democracy Central Government State Government Local Government Understanding Media Unpacking Gender Social Justice & Marginalised Diversity | |
Indian History | Bihar’s Geographical and Political condition Culture Economic aspects environment Features of Indian Agriculture Freedom Movement Geography Indian Constitution Indian History Natural Resources | |
Indian Geography | Air Water Human Environment Natural Resources, Human resources Agriculture Geography as a social study Planet Earth in the solar system Globe Political Map of India | |
Maths | Number System Introduction to Algebra Whole Numbers Negative Numbers and Integers Ratio and Proportion Data Interpretation SI & CI Discount Basic geometrical ideas Understanding Elementary Shapes Quadrilateral Symmetry Construction Mensuration Fractions Exponents Cube root Profit & Loss | |
Mental Ability | Puzzles Blood Relations Syllogism Analogies Figure Series Alphanumeric series Odd one out | |
EXAM PATTERN
The Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment 2025-26 (Advt. No. 05/2025) by BPSSC offers 1799 vacancies with the application window closed on 26 October 2025. Prelims admit cards were released on 30 December 2025, and the Preliminary exam (General Knowledge & Current Affairs, 200 marks) is scheduled for 18 and 21 January 2026 in two shifts each day. Candidates must download their hall tickets from bpssc.bihar.gov.in and prepare for this qualifying stage, followed by Mains, PET/PST, and final selection. Stay tuned to the official website for any updates.
Selection Process Overview
The recruitment involves multiple stages:
Preliminary Exam (Qualifying)
Mains Exam
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standard Test (PST)
Document Verification & Medical Examination
Preliminary Exam Pattern
Mode: Objective (MCQ)
Subjects: General Knowledge & Current Affairs (single paper)
No. of Questions: 100
Total Marks: 200
Duration: 2 Hours (120 minutes)
Negative Marking: 0.2 marks for each wrong answer
Qualifying Marks: Minimum 30% (marks not counted in final merit)
Mains Exam Pattern
The Mains consists of two separate papers:
Paper 1: General Hindi
No. of Questions: 100
Total Marks: 200
Duration: 2 Hours
Qualifying: Minimum 30% required (marks not added to final merit)
Paper 2: General Studies, General Science, Civics, Indian History, Indian Geography, Mathematics & Mental Ability Test
No. of Questions: 100
Total Marks: 200
Duration: 2 Hours
Negative Marking: 0.2 marks for each wrong answer (marks counted in merit)
Total for Mains: 400 marks (only Paper 2 counts for ranking)
Additional Notes
Final merit is based on Mains Paper 2 + PET marks (if applicable).
The pattern follows the official BPSSC guidelines for Advt. No. 05/2025.
BIHAR POLICE SI & FIRE SERVICE FIRST STAGE EXAM FORMAT
Exam Mode | Exam Sections | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
Online Mode | General Knowledge | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Current Affairs | ||||
Total | 100 Questions | 200 Marks | 2 Hours |
BIHAR POLICE SI & FIRE SERVICE SECOND STAGE PAPER I EXAM FORMAT
Exam Mode | Exam Sections | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
Online Mode | General Hindi | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Total | 100 Questions | 200 Marks | 2 Hour |
BIHAR POLICE SI & FIRE SERVICE SECOND STAGE PAPER II EXAM FORMAT
Exam Mode | Exam Sections | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
Online Mode | General Knowledge | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
General Science | ||||
Civics | ||||
Indian History | ||||
Indian Geography | ||||
Maths | ||||
Mental Ability | ||||
Total | 100 Questions | 200 Marks | 2 Hour |
BIHAR POLICE SI & FIRE SERVICE FIRST STAGE EXAM MARKING SCHEME
100 Questions will be asked of 200 Marks. A less than 30% score in the first stage exam will not be considered for the qualification in the second stage exam and will be treated as a fail. For a wrong answer, 0.2 marks will be deducted.
BIHAR POLICE SI & FIRE SERVICE SECOND STAGE PAPER I & II EXAM MARKING SCHEME
100 Questions will be asked of 200 Marks. A less than 30% score in the first stage exam will not be considered for the qualification in the second stage exam and will be treated as a fail. For a wrong answer, 0.2 marks will be deducted.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Bachelor Degree OR Equivalent Eligibility From Any Recognized University/ Board/ Institutions in India.
Nationality & Domicile
Must be a citizen of India.
Permanent resident of Bihar (required for reservation benefits).
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent.
Final year candidates (appearing in 2025-26) are not eligible; degree must be completed by the application closing date.
Age Limit
General (Male): 20–37 years
General (Female): 20–40 years
OBC/EBC (Male & Female): 20–40 years
SC/ST (Male & Female): 20–42 years
Additional relaxation: Ex-servicemen as per Bihar Government rules.
Physical Standards (PST)
Height:
General/OBC/EBC/SC (Male): Minimum 165 cm
ST (Male): Minimum 160 cm
All categories (Female): Minimum 155 cm
Chest (Male only, unexpanded):
General/OBC/EBC/SC: 81 cm (with 5 cm expansion)
ST: 79 cm (with 5 cm expansion)
Weight (Female only): Proportionate to height as per medical standards.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Requirements
Running:
Male: 1.6 km in 6 minutes 30 seconds
Female: 1 km in 6 minutes
High Jump:
Male: Minimum 4 feet
Female: Minimum 3 feet
Shot Put:
Male: 16-pound shot, minimum 16 feet
Female: 12-pound shot, minimum 12 feet
All criteria are as per the official BPSSC Advt. No. 05/2025. Verify details on bpssc.bihar.gov.in before applying or appearing for PET/PST.
Only Indian Citizens can apply for this post. Male, Female, and third Gender can also apply. Graduates from recognized universities/institutions are eligible for these posts.
Posts | Required Education | Required Age Limit |
Sub Inspector, Prohibition | Minimum Graduate | Minimum 20 Years & Maximum 37 Years |
Sub-divisional Fire Station Officer | Minimum Graduate | Minimum 20 Years & Maximum 37 Years |
IMPORTANT DATES
As of January 2026, key dates for Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment 2025-26 (Advt. No. 05/2025, 1799 vacancies) include: notification released on 23 September 2025, applications accepted from 26 September to 26 October 2025, Prelims admit cards released on 30 December 2025, and the Preliminary exam scheduled for 18 and 21 January 2026 in two shifts each day on bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
Events | Details |
Notification Released On | September 2025 |
Online application start start | 26 September 2025 |
Online application closing date | 26 October 2025 |
Correction Date | NA |
Admit Card Date | NA |
Exam Date | 18 and 21 January 2026 (Tentative) |
Result Date | February – March 2026 (Tentative) |