Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (Special Branch) Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 150 Posts | Apply Online @ bpssc.bihar.gov.in
Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSSC) has released Advertisement No. 09/2026 on 03 July 2026 for the recruitment of Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) in the Special Branch under the Home Department (Police Section), Bihar, Patna. The online application process commences on 09 July 2026 and the last date to apply is 09 August 2026. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for these Group-B posts.
This article provides complete information about Bihar Police Sub-Inspector Recruitment 2026 including vacancy details, educational qualification, age limit, application fee, selection process, important dates, and direct links to apply online. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their applications.
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About Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission
Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSSC) is the state-level recruitment body responsible for conducting examinations and selecting candidates for various police and subordinate services in the state of Bihar. The commission ensures a transparent and merit-based selection process for recruitment to police departments under the Government of Bihar.
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Recruitment Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 09/2026 |
| Advertisement Release Date | 03 July 2026 |
| Post Name | Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) |
| Total Vacancies | 150 |
| Job Type | Group-B (Police Services) |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Start Date | 09 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 09 August 2026 |
| Official Website | bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Release Date | 03 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 09 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 09 August 2026 |
| Cut-off Date (Age, Qualification, etc.) | 01 August 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be notified later |
| Main Exam Date | To be notified later |
Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies for Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) is 150. The category-wise break-up is as follows:
| SI No. | Category | Total Vacancies | 35% Women Reservation Posts |
| 1 | Unreserved (UR) | 60 | 21 |
| 2 | Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 15 | 05 |
| 3 | Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 27 | 09 |
| 4 | Scheduled Caste (SC) | 24 | 08 |
| 5 | Backward Class (BC) | 18 | 06 |
| 6 | Backward Class (BC) Women | 04 | - |
| 7 | Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 02 | - |
| Total | 150 |
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Reservation Details
- SC/ST/OBC Reservation: As per the Bihar Reservation Act, 1991 (Bihar Act 3, 1992) as amended from time to time.
- Women Reservation (Horizontal): 35% of vacancies in each category are reserved for women who are permanent residents of Bihar State, as per the resolution of General Administration Department, Bihar Government dated 09 July 2025.
- EWS Reservation: As per Bihar Act 2019, valid for the financial year 2025-26. The income and asset certificate issued as per the prescribed format is valid for one year from the date of issue.
- Freedom Fighters' Grandchildren: 2% horizontal reservation for grandsons/granddaughters of Freedom Fighters of Bihar State as per General Administration Department resolution No. 13185 dated 03 September 2015.
- Reservation benefits are applicable only to permanent residents of Bihar State. Candidates from other states will be considered under the Unreserved category.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: As per the official notification, candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualifications as mentioned in the detailed advertisement.
- Age Limit: As prescribed in the official notification. Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per Government of Bihar rules.
- Cut-off Date: 01 August 2025 for determining age, educational qualification, and other eligibility criteria.
- Domicile: Only permanent residents of Bihar State are eligible for reservation benefits.
Age Limit
- Age limit will be determined as per the rules of the Bihar Government.
- The cut-off date for age calculation is 01 August 2025.
- Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Departmental candidates as per Government of Bihar rules.
Application Fee
- All Categories (Male/Female): ₹100/-
- Additional bank charges (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI) will be borne by the candidate.
- No other payment mode will be accepted.
Selection Process
The selection will consist of the following stages:
- Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Stage 2: Main Examination (Objective + Written)
- Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) - Qualifying in nature
- Stage 4: Medical Examination
- Stage 5: Document Verification
- Stage 6: Character & Antecedent Verification
Preliminary Examination Pattern
- Nature: Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Total Marks: 200 Marks
- Total Questions: 100
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Marking: +2 marks for each correct answer
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 30%
- English Language
- General Knowledge
- Hindi Language Knowledge
- Reasoning Ability
- Current Affairs
Shortlisting for Main Exam: Candidates will be shortlisted based on preliminary exam marks (category-wise merit) up to a maximum of 10 times the total vacancies.
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Main Examination Pattern
Paper 1: Objective Type (200 Marks)
- Total Questions: 200
- Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes)
- Marking: +1 mark for each correct answer
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
- General Studies & Current Affairs - 50 Marks
- Mathematics & Quantitative Aptitude - 40 Marks
- Reasoning & Analytical Ability - 40 Marks
- English Language - 20 Marks
- Hindi Language - 20 Marks
- Bihar General Knowledge - 30 Marks
- Duration: 1 Hour (60 Minutes)
- Total Marks: 50
- Hindi Essay - 15 Marks
- English Essay - 15 Marks
- English Precis - 10 Marks
- Hindi to English Translation - 10 Marks
Shortlisting for Physical Efficiency Test: Candidates will be shortlisted based on main exam marks up to a maximum of 3 times the total vacancies.
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- The PET is qualifying in nature.
- No marks are assigned for the Physical Efficiency Test.
- Candidates who do not meet the prescribed physical standards will be considered disqualified.
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Merit List Preparation
- The final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the Main Written Examination (Paper 1 + Paper 2), category-wise as per reservation.
- In case of a tie, the following criteria will be applied:
- Older candidate (by date of birth) will be placed higher.
- If the date of birth is also the same, the candidate with higher educational qualification will be placed higher.
- If both marks and date of birth are the same, priority will be given based on the alphabetical order of the name as mentioned in the 10th Board certificate (Hindi alphabet order).
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official BPSSSC website. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the official BPSSSC website: bpssc.bihar.gov.in
- Click on the "Bihar Police" Tab
- Click on the link for Advt. No. 09/2026
- Register with your valid and active mobile number and email ID
- Fill in the required personal, educational, and category details
- Upload scanned photograph and signature as per specifications
- Pay the application fee online through Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI
- Verify all details before final submission
- Click on the "Submit" button
- Take a printout of the completed application form (Acknowledgement) for future reference
- Only one application per candidate is allowed.
- Applications can be submitted from 09 July 2026 to 09 August 2026.
- No hard copy of the application is required to be sent to the commission.
- Candidates must ensure all information is correct before final submission.
- Once submitted, no changes/corrections will be allowed.
Documents Required (To be uploaded)
- Recent Passport Size Colour Photograph (15-25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format, white background)
- Signature (English & Hindi, 15-25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format, white background)
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate (if applicable)
- Freedom Fighter's Grandchild Certificate (if applicable)
- Other relevant supporting documents
Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Official BPSSSC Website | Visit Here |
| Apply Online (Link Active 09.07.2026) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
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Important Instructions
- Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
- Only permanent residents of Bihar State are eligible for reservation benefits.
- Candidates from other states will be treated under the Unreserved category.
- The commission will not be responsible for incorrect or invalid mobile numbers/email IDs.
- Admit cards will be issued online only to candidates with valid applications.
- The selection process may take approximately 06 months to complete.
- No request for time extension will be entertained under any circumstances.
- Canvassing in any form will be treated as disqualification.
Contact Details
- Organization: Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSSC)
- Address: 5, Harding Road, Patna - 800001, Bihar
- Official Website: bpssc.bihar.gov.in
Also ReadDisclaimer: This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official BPSSSC Advertisement No. 09/2026 released on 03 July 2026. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. All information including vacancy numbers, eligibility criteria, and dates are as per the official advertisement. In case of any discrepancy, the official notification issued by BPSSSC shall prevail. Keep checking the official BPSSSC website for updates on examination dates and other recruitment-related information.