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Bihar SI (Sub-Inspector) Exam Guide — How to Apply & Benefits

Complete Bihar Police Sub-Inspector exam guide with eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, physical test details, and tips.

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Bihar SI (Sub-Inspector) Exam Guide — Eligibility, Pattern & Preparation Tips

The Bihar Police Sub-ordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) conducts the recruitment exam for Sub-Inspector posts in Bihar Police. The Bihar SI exam is a gateway to a respectable law enforcement career in the state.

Bihar SI offers a Grade Pay of ₹4,200 with opportunities for promotion to Inspector and higher ranks through departmental exams.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
General (Male)	20 years	25 years
General (Female)	20 years	25 years
OBC (Bihar)	20 years	27 years
SC/ST (Bihar)	20 years	30 years

Age relaxation as per Bihar Government norms.

Educational Qualification

Minimum: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
Any discipline accepted

Physical Standards

For Male Candidates:

Parameter	General/OBC/SC	ST
Height	165 cm	160 cm
Chest (unexpanded)	79 cm	77 cm
Chest (expanded)	84 cm	82 cm

For Female Candidates:

Parameter	General	SC/ST
Height	155 cm	150 cm

Exam Pattern

Stage 1: Preliminary Exam (Written)

Subject	Questions	Marks
General Knowledge	100	200

Duration: 2 hours
Objective type (MCQ)
Negative marking: 0.2 marks per wrong answer

Stage 2: Main Exam (Written)

Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper 1	General Hindi	200	2 hours
Paper 2	General Studies	200	2 hours

Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Male: 1.6 km run in 6 minutes, Long Jump 12 feet, High Jump 4 feet, Shot Put (16 lbs) 16 feet Female: 1 km run in 5 minutes, Long Jump 9 feet, High Jump 3 feet

Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical

Syllabus Overview

General Knowledge

Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs, Bihar-specific GK

General Hindi

Grammar, Comprehension, Essay writing, Translation, Letter writing

General Studies (Main)

Indian Constitution, Law, Current Affairs, Bihar History & Culture, Science & Technology

How to Apply

Visit the BPSSC website at bpssc.bih.nic.in
Click on the active SI recruitment notification
Register with email and mobile number
Fill in personal, educational, and category details
Upload photo and signature as per specifications
Pay application fee online
Submit and download confirmation

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General	₹700
OBC/SC/ST	₹175

Salary & Benefits

Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level 6)
Grade Pay: ₹4,200
DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Bihar Government
Medical benefits, pension (NPS)

Preparation Tips

Bihar GK is important: Study Bihar history, geography, and current state schemes
Hindi essay writing: Practice descriptive Hindi writing for Main exam
Physical fitness: Start running and athletics practice well in advance
Mock tests: Regular practice with previous year papers
Current affairs: Follow national and Bihar-specific news daily

Frequently Asked Questions

Is graduation compulsory for Bihar SI?

Yes, a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university is mandatory.

What is the selection process for Bihar SI?

Selection involves Prelims, Main Exam, PET, and Document Verification.

Is there an interview for Bihar SI?

No, there is no interview. Selection is based on written exam and PET.

Can candidates from other states apply?

Yes, but domicile of Bihar is required for reserved category benefits.

How often is Bihar SI recruitment conducted?

Recruitment depends on vacancies and is typically conducted every 2-3 years.

What is the physical test for Bihar SI female candidates?

Female candidates must complete 1 km run in 5 minutes, Long Jump 9 feet, and High Jump 3 feet.