The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has invited online applications for direct recruitment to 150 posts of Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) in the Special Branch under the Home (Police) Department, Government of Bihar.
| Name Of Post | Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre), Special Branch, Bihar Police |
| Post Date / Update | 22 July 2026 |
| Short Information | BPSSC has opened online applications for 150 Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) posts in the Special Branch; applications are open from 9 July to 9 August 2026. |
This recruitment is being conducted by the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) under Advertisement No. 09/2026, for candidates seeking a direct-entry Sub-Inspector role in the Special Branch of Bihar Police.
Important Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) |
| Post Name/Subject | Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) — Special Branch |
| Total Vacancy | 150 |
| Advertisement/Reference Number | Advt. No. 09/2026 |
| Location | Bihar |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Category | State Police Recruitment |
| Official Website | bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 09 July 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 09 August 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (Male/Female) | Rs. 100/- |
Fee must be paid online; candidates who register and later reverse the fee charge through their bank ("chargeback") after submitting the application will have their application rejected, with legal action against them.
Eligibility
Educational Qualification: Graduate degree or equivalent as on 01 August 2025.
Age Limit: Calculated as on 01 August 2025. For SC/ST candidates (male and female), the age limit is minimum 20 years and maximum 42 years. Age relaxation of 5 years is available for in-service Bihar government employees with a minimum of 3 years of regular service, and ex-servicemen get a 3-year relaxation over the maximum age limit for civil posts (subject to overall conditions in the notification). Candidates should refer to the official notification for the exact general/OBC/EWS age band, since only the SC/ST band is confirmed here.
Physical Standards:
| Parameter | General/BC Male | EBC/SC/ST Male | Women (All Categories) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height (minimum) | 165 cm | 160 cm | 155 cm |
| Chest (unexpanded/expanded) | 81 cm / 86 cm | 79 cm / 84 cm | Not measured |
| Weight (minimum) | — | — | 48 kg |
No marks are awarded for height, chest or weight; candidates simply must meet the prescribed physical standards to avoid being declared unsuccessful.
Selection Process
Selection involves a written competitive examination in two stages plus a Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Preliminary Examination: Objective, multiple-choice, 100 questions worth 200 marks, 2 hours duration, covering English, General Knowledge, Hindi Language Knowledge, Reasoning, and current affairs. Candidates scoring below 30% are not considered for the Mains.
- Main Examination — Paper 1: Objective, multiple-choice, 200 questions worth 200 marks, 3 hours, with 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Main Examination — Paper 2: 60 minutes, 50 marks, covering General Studies & Current Affairs (50 marks split as specified), Mathematics & Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning & Analytical Ability, English Language, and Hindi Language as per the weightage fixed in the notification.
- Candidates who clear the Mains proceed to the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
How to Apply
- Visit the official BPSSC website, bpssc.bihar.gov.in, and go to the "Bihar Police" tab.
- Open the link for Advt. No. 09/2026 (Police Sub-Inspector, General Closed Cadre).
- Register with a valid, active mobile number and email ID, then complete the online application.
- Pay the Rs. 100/- application fee online and submit before 09 August 2026.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in BPSSC SI Recruitment 2026? 150 posts of Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) in the Special Branch under the Home (Police) Department.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? 09 August 2026. The application window opened on 09 July 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee? Rs. 100/- for all categories, male and female.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required? A graduate degree or equivalent, as on 01 August 2025.
Q5. What is the selection process? A Preliminary Examination (objective, 200 marks), followed by a Main Examination (two papers), and finally a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for those who qualify.
Q6. Is there negative marking in this exam? The notification specifies 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer in Main Examination Paper 1; the Preliminary Examination has a 30% qualifying cutoff to proceed to Mains.
Q7. What are the height and chest requirements? Minimum height is 165 cm for General/BC male candidates and 160 cm for EBC/SC/ST male candidates; women across all categories need a minimum height of 155 cm and are not required to meet a chest measurement.
Q8. Where can I apply online for this recruitment? Through the official BPSSC website, bpssc.bihar.gov.in, under the Bihar Police tab, linking to the dedicated application portal.
