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Bihar Police Constable 2026 — Notification, Eligibility, Syllabus & Salary

Bihar Police Constable 2026 complete guide: 12th pass eligibility, 20,000+ vacancies, salary ₹21,700–₹25,000/month, written exam + physical test pattern, syllabus.

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Bihar Police Constable 2026 — Complete Recruitment Guide

Bihar Police Constable recruitment is conducted by the Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar. With 20,000–30,000 vacancies in each cycle, it is one of the largest state police recruitments in India.

With 12th pass (Intermediate) as the qualifying education, Bihar Police Constable is accessible to a wide pool of candidates from Bihar.

Disclaimer: CitizenNest is independent and not affiliated with CSBC Bihar. Verify all details at csbc.bih.nic.in.


Key Dates (Expected 2026)

Event Expected Date
Notification Release April–June 2026
Application Window April–June 2026
Written Exam (Prelims) August–October 2026
Physical Test (PET/PST) 2–3 months after written
Medical Examination After physical
Final Merit List 2027

Monitor csbc.bih.nic.in for official notification.


Eligibility Criteria

Criterion Requirement
Education Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognised board
Age (Male — General/OBC) 18–25 years
Age (Male — SC/ST) 18–27 years
Age (Female — General/OBC) 18–25 years
Age (Female — SC/ST) 18–27 years
Height (Male — General/OBC/SC) 165 cm
Height (Male — ST) 160 cm
Height (Female — General/OBC/SC) 155 cm
Chest (Male — un-expanded/expanded) 81/86 cm (General/OBC/SC); 79/84 cm (ST)

Salary & Benefits

Component Amount
Basic Pay ₹21,700/month (Level 3 — 7th CPC)
DA ~₹5,000–₹7,000
HRA 8%–24% of basic
Other allowances ₹3,000–₹5,000
Gross In-Hand ₹25,000–₹32,000/month

Benefits: Government accommodation (police lines/barracks), uniform, pension, medical coverage.

Career Growth: Constable → Head Constable → ASI → SI → Inspector (through departmental exam/BPSSC)


Exam Pattern

Written Examination

Subject Questions Marks Time
Hindi 30 30 2 hrs
English 20 20
Maths 20 20
Social Studies / History / Geography / Civics 20 20
Science 20 20
Current Affairs 10 10
Total 120 120 2 hrs
  • Negative marking: 0.2 marks per wrong answer (check specific notification)
  • Minimum qualifying: 30% for UR, 24% for BC/EBC, 22% for SC/ST

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Category Distance Time
Male 1 mile (1.6 km) 6 minutes
Female 1 km 6 minutes

Physical Standard Test (PST)

Height and chest measurement as per eligibility criteria

Medical Examination

Standard police medical fitness test


Syllabus

Hindi

Grammar: संधि, समास, विलोम, पर्यायवाची, मुहावरे, Sentence correction, Reading comprehension

English

Grammar, Synonyms/Antonyms, Fill in the blanks, Vocabulary, Simple RC

Mathematics

Number system, LCM/HCF, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Simple/Compound Interest, Profit/Loss, Time-Work, Time-Distance, Mensuration

Science (Class 10 Level)

Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics

Social Studies

Indian History, Indian Geography, Indian Polity, Economics basics

Current Affairs

Bihar-specific and national current events (last 6 months)


Application Fee

Category Fee
General / OBC / EBC ₹450
SC / ST (Bihar) ₹112
Female (Bihar) ₹112

Fee paid online at csbc.bih.nic.in


How to Apply

  1. Go to csbc.bih.nic.in
  2. Find the current Constable Recruitment notification
  3. Click "Apply Online"
  4. Register and fill the application form
  5. Upload photo + signature (JPG format)
  6. Pay fee online
  7. Submit and save confirmation/application number

Preparation Tips

  1. Bihar GK is crucial — specific questions on Bihar history, geography, culture, schemes (Mukhyamantri schemes, BSSC exams, Nitish Kumar's initiatives)
  2. Written exam is relatively easier than UP Police or SSC exams — focus on completing all questions accurately
  3. Physical test is strict — 1 mile in 6 minutes requires serious running practice. Start from Month 1
  4. Hindi scoring — strong Hindi (grammar + comprehension) can boost your rank significantly
  5. Mock tests — previous CSBC Bihar question papers are available online; solve all of them

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum age for Bihar Police Constable 2026? 18 years for all categories. Maximum age varies by category (25–27 years). Check the official notification for exact age.

Is there any restriction on number of attempts for Bihar Police Constable? No attempt limit — you can appear in every recruitment as long as you are within the age limit.

Can female candidates apply for Bihar Police Constable? Yes — Bihar has separate vacancies for female constables (Mahila Constables). Physical standards are different for female candidates.

What documents are required for Bihar Police Constable application? Class 12 marksheet, Aadhaar, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and Bihar residency proof (for reserved category benefits).

Is Bihar Police Constable a permanent job? Yes — it is a regular state government job with full pension, medical, and job security.

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