Good news for job seekers in Bihar — the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has announced 215 combined vacancies under two recruitments: 150 Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) posts in the Special Branch and 65 Company Commander (General) posts in the Home Guard. If you hold a Bachelor’s degree in any stream, this is your shot at a Level-6 government police career in Bihar.
| Conducting Body | Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC), Govt. of Bihar |
| Posts & Vacancies | Police SI (Special Branch) – 150 + Company Commander (Home Guard) – 65 = 215 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Window | SI (Advt 09/2026): 09 July to 09 August 2026 · Company Commander (Advt 08/2026): 30 June to 30 July 2026 |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university |
| Age Limit | 20–37 years (Male); 40 years (Female), as on 01/08/2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹100 for all categories |
| Pay Scale | Level-6 pay matrix |
| Official Website | bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
The BPSSC Bihar Police Recruitment 2026 notification covers 215 posts — 150 Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) and 65 Company Commander (General). Any graduate can apply online through bpssc.bihar.gov.in; the application fee is ₹100 for all candidates. The last date to apply is 09 August 2026 (SI, Advt No. 09/2026), while the Company Commander form closes on 30 July 2026. The age limit is 20–37 years for male and up to 40 years for female candidates as on 01/08/2025.
Key Highlights & Important Dates
Last date alert: The SI application window (Advt No. 09/2026) closes on 09 August 2026. Don’t wait until the final day — the portal slows down and the fee payment deadline is the same day as the form deadline.
Both posts are direct-recruitment vacancies under the Home Department (Special), Government of Bihar. The Company Commander post is the officer-level opening in the Bihar Home Guard, while the Sub-Inspector role sits in the Special Branch — a police field posting. Keep the two windows separate: one closes at the end of July, the other at the start of August.
| Event | Police SI (Advt 09/2026) | Company Commander (Advt 08/2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Application Start | 09 July 2026 | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 August 2026 | 30 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 09 August 2026 (same day) | 30 July 2026 (same day) |
| Exam Date | Not mentioned in the official notification | Not mentioned in the official notification |
Vacancy Details — 215 Posts
The 215 vacancies are split into 150 for Police Sub-Inspector and 65 for Company Commander. Both posts follow the same seven-way category break-up — UR, EWS, SC, ST, EBC, BC and BCW. Here’s the full picture:
| Category | Police SI (09/2026) | Company Commander (08/2026) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 60 | 26 | 86 |
| EWS | 15 | 7 | 22 |
| SC | 24 | 10 | 34 |
| ST | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| EBC | 27 | 12 | 39 |
| BC | 18 | 7 | 25 |
| BCW | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| Total | 150 | 65 | 215 |
If you’re applying under a reserved category, carry a valid certificate that’s still current. The category you pick in the form decides which pool you compete in, so double-check before you lock it in.
Who is Eligible?
Eligibility is nearly identical for both posts, which keeps the decision simple. If you meet the education and age bars below, you can apply for one or both recruitments separately.
Educational Qualification
You need a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from any university recognized in India. There is no minimum percentage mentioned in the official notification, and there’s no specific stream restriction — arts, science, commerce and professional graduates are all eligible.
Age Limit (as on 01/08/2025)
- Male candidates: 20 to 37 years.
- Female candidates: 20 to 40 years.
- Category-wise age relaxation: Not mentioned in the official notification — verify the exact relaxation slabs for EBC/BC/SC/ST from the official PDF before applying.
The age is calculated as on 01 August 2025, so do the math against your date of birth carefully. A single-day difference can reject your form, so confirm with the age calculator logic used in the official notice.
Application Fee
The application fee is a flat ₹100 for all candidates — no separate slabs for reserved categories. This applies to both the SI and Company Commander forms. Payment is made online during submission, and the payment window closes on the same day as the application deadline. Keep the transaction receipt and the final confirmation page safe.
Salary & Pay Scale
Both posts are placed in the Level-6 pay matrix of the Bihar government. The exact ₹ band for Level-6 is not listed in the source notification, so check the official PDF for the precise scale and allowances. For context, other BPSSC and CSBC posts announced this year sit lower — constable-level posts are at Level-3 (₹21,700–69,100) and mobile-squad roles at Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) — so the SI and Company Commander roles sit above them in the pay hierarchy.
Selection Process
The source notification does not spell out the exact selection stages, exam pattern or negative-marking rules. Based on how BPSSC and Bihar Police recruitments normally run, you can expect the stages below — but confirm the official PDF for the final stage list and weightage:
- Online Application — submit the form and fee within the window.
- Written Examination — a competitive test as per the notification’s syllabus and marking scheme.
- Physical Test — Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) for candidates who clear the written stage.
- Document Verification — original certificates, category proof, and identity checks.
- Medical Examination — fitness clearance before the final merit list.
- Final Merit & Appointment — joining orders based on merit rank and preference.
Heads-up: The exam date, paper pattern, marks per subject and negative marking are not published in the source. Always read the full notification PDF at bpssc.bihar.gov.in before planning your preparation.
How to Apply Online — Step by Step
- Open the official BPSSC portal: bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Locate the online application link for Advt No. 09/2026 (SI) or Advt No. 08/2026 (Company Commander).
- Register once with a valid mobile number and email ID — keep the login credentials handy.
- Fill in personal, educational, address and category details exactly as they appear in your documents.
- Upload your scanned photograph and signature in the specified size and format.
- Pay the ₹100 application fee online.
- Submit the form, download the confirmation page, and take a printout for the record.
Bookmark our latest recruitment updates page so you don’t miss the admit card and exam-date notifications for these posts.
Required Documents
- Matriculation (10th) and intermediate (12th) marksheets & certificates.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and consolidated marksheet.
- Category / EWS certificate, if applying under a reserved category.
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature.
- Aadhaar card or any government-issued photo ID.
- Valid mobile number and email ID.
Important Instructions & Common Mistakes
- Don’t apply on the last day. The BPSSC portal gets heavy traffic, and the fee deadline matches the form deadline.
- Fill your name and date of birth exactly as per your SSC certificate — spelling mismatches cause rejections.
- Choose your category carefully; an incorrect EBC/BC claim without a valid certificate is a direct rejection risk.
- Apply only through the official BPSSC website. Avoid agents who promise forms for money.
- Save a PDF of the completed form and the fee receipt before closing the browser.
- Check the official notification for the current-age calculation date and any corrigendum updates.
Other BPSSC & CSBC 2026 Recruitments Announced This Year
Besides the two posts above, the same commission and the Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC) have released several other notifications this year. Most are already closed, but the list gives you the full picture of Bihar Police hiring for 2026:
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| ASI (Technical) | 22 | Diploma in ECE/ETC/IT/EEE |
| Havildar Instructor | 122 | 12th pass |
| Constable (Operator), CSBC | 993 | 12th with PCM |
| Constable (General Duty, Closed Cadre) | 83 | 12th pass |
| ASI (Operation) | 462 | B.Sc. Physics |
| Sub-Inspector (Prohibition) | 78 | Graduate |
| Havildar Clerk (Home Guard) | 64 | 12th pass |
Each of these had its own application window — check each notification’s status on the official websites before acting.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online — Police SI (Advt 09/2026) | https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in/ |
| Apply Online — Company Commander (Advt 08/2026) | https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in/A-HG.htm |
| Notification PDF — Police SI (09/2026) | Download PDF |
| Notification PDF — Company Commander (08/2026) | Download PDF |
| Official Website — BPSSC | https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in/ |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many total vacancies are there in the BPSSC Bihar Police recruitment 2026?
There are 215 combined vacancies — 150 Police Sub-Inspector (General Closed Cadre) in the Special Branch and 65 Company Commander (General) in the Home Guard.
2. Who is eligible for the BPSSC SI and Company Commander posts?
Candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university in India are eligible. There’s no stream restriction and no minimum percentage is mentioned in the source notification.
3. What is the age limit for these posts?
The age limit is 20–37 years for male candidates and 20–40 years for female candidates, calculated as on 01 August 2025.
4. What is the last date to apply for the Police SI post?
The last date to apply online for the Police SI post (Advt No. 09/2026) is 09 August 2026. The fee payment deadline is the same day.
5. What is the last date to apply for the Company Commander post?
The Company Commander application (Advt No. 08/2026) closed on 30 July 2026.
6. What is the application fee?
The application fee is a flat ₹100 for all candidates — there is no category-wise difference for these two posts.
7. What is the salary for SI and Company Commander?
Both posts are placed in the Level-6 pay matrix. The exact ₹ band is not listed in the source notification, so verify the precise scale from the official PDF.
8. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Negative marking is not mentioned in the source notification. Check the official notification PDF for the exam pattern and marking scheme once it is released.
9. What is the selection process for these posts?
The exact selection stages are not spelled out in the source notification. Typically, BPSSC police recruitments involve a written exam, physical tests, document verification and medical examination — confirm the official PDF for the final process.
10. Is there age relaxation for reserved categories?
Category-wise age relaxation is not mentioned in the source notification. Candidates from EBC/BC/SC/ST categories should confirm relaxation slabs from the official notification PDF.
11. How can I apply online?
Visit the official BPSSC website bpssc.bihar.gov.in, register with a valid mobile number and email, fill the form, upload your photo and signature, pay the ₹100 fee and submit before the deadline.
12. Where can I download the official notification PDF?
You can download the Police SI notification PDF and the Company Commander notification PDF from the Important Links table above. The official website is bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
13. Can I apply for both the SI and Company Commander posts?
Yes — the two posts are separate recruitments with separate forms and advertisement numbers. You can apply for both, provided you meet the eligibility criteria for each and submit a separate application and fee.
14. When is the exam going to be held?
The exam date is not mentioned in the source notification. Keep checking the official BPSSC website and our recruitment updates page for the admit card and exam schedule.
Final note: all details above are based on the source notification as published. Always cross-check the figures, dates and eligibility against the official notification PDF on bpssc.bihar.gov.in before applying. If banking jobs are also on your radar, bookmark our bank recruitment page for the latest openings there.