Bihar Police BPSSC Sub Inspector (SI) Recruitment 2026

The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has released the highly anticipated notification for the recruitment of Police Sub-Inspectors (Daroga) under the Special Branch (General Closed Cadre). Eligible and interested male and female candidates who wish to serve in the Bihar Police can now apply online for a total of 150 SI vacancies.

The online application process will officially commence on 09 July 2026 and will remain open until 09 August 2026. Before filling out the application form, candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification (Advt. No. 09/2026) to ensure they meet all eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and physical standards.

BPSSC Bihar Police SI 2026: Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Released 03 July 2026
Online Application Start Date 09 July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online 09 August 2026
Fee Payment Last Date 09 August 2026
Exam Date To be notified soon

Vacancy Details: 150 Posts

The BPSSC has announced 150 vacancies for the post of Sub-Inspector (Daroga). Below is the category-wise breakdown (Note: 35% of seats are reserved for female candidates):

  • General (UR): 60 Posts
  • Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 15 Posts
  • Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 27 Posts
  • Backward Class (BC): 18 Posts
  • Scheduled Caste (SC): 24 Posts
  • Backward Class Women (BCW): 4 Posts
  • Scheduled Tribe (ST): 2 Posts

Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit

  • Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) from any recognized University or Institution in India. They must have completed their degree on or before August 1, 2026 (or 2025 as per specific cut-off date mentioned in detailed notification).
  • Age Limit: The minimum age limit for all categories is 20 years. The maximum age is 37 years for General/UR Males and 40 years for UR Females, BC, and EBC candidates. SC/ST candidates have a maximum age limit of 42 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per Bihar Government rules.

Physical Standard Test (PST) Details

  • Height: The minimum height required for Unreserved (General) and Backward Class Male candidates is 165 cm. For EBC, SC, and ST Male candidates, it is 160 cm.

How to Apply Online for Bihar Police SI Recruitment 2026?

  1. Visit the official BPSSC website: bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
  2. On the homepage, navigate to the "Special Branch" or "Bihar Police" tab.
  3. Click on the active link for "Apply Online for the post of Police Sub-Inspector in Special Branch (Advt. No. 09/2026)".
  4. Complete your initial Registration by providing your basic details and valid mobile number/email ID.
  5. Log in with your credentials and fill in the detailed Application Form carefully.
  6. Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and other required documents.
  7. Pay the required Application Fee through the online payment gateway.
  8. Review all entered details thoroughly before final submission.
  9. Save and take a printout of the final confirmation page for your records.

Salary Note: Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level 6, enjoying a handsome salary and allowances typical of Bihar Government Services. Start your preparation for the written exam today!