Bihar Police Constable 2026 –
Complete Preparation Guide
CSBC recruited 19,838 constables under Advt. 01/2025 — final merit list released 27 May 2026. Next notification awaited. Qualification: 12th Pass. Written exam (qualifying) + PET (merit-based, 100 marks).
What is Bihar Police Constable Recruitment?
The Bihar Police Constable Recruitment is conducted by the Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar to fill vacancies for Constable (Civil Police) and allied posts in the Bihar Police force. The most recent recruitment cycle (Advt. No. 01/2025) announced 19,838 posts — one of the largest police recruitments in Bihar in recent years. The final merit list was released on 27 May 2026.
Posts are spread across District Police, Bihar Military Police (BMP), and Special Armed Police (SAP). The selection process follows these stages: Written Exam (qualifying only, min. 30%) → Physical Standard Test (PST) → Physical Efficiency Test (PET, 100 marks — decides final merit) → Document Verification → Medical Examination.
⚠️ Important: Unlike many other police exams, in the Bihar Police Constable exam the written test is only qualifying (minimum 30% required). The final merit list is based entirely on PET marks (Running: 50 marks, Shot Put: 25 marks, High Jump: 25 marks = 100 total). Physical fitness is therefore the most critical factor in selection.
This is an excellent opportunity for 12th pass candidates from Bihar who want a stable government job with pension, allowances, and career growth in state law enforcement.
✅ Recruitment Status (Advt. 01/2025): The 2025 cycle is now complete. Notification was released 11 March 2025, written exam held 16 July – 3 August 2025, PET conducted 15 December 2025 – 11 March 2026, and the final merit list with 19,838 selected candidates was published on 27 May 2026. The next recruitment notification has not been announced yet — check csbc.bihar.gov.in for updates.
📅 Important Dates – Bihar Police Constable (Advt. 01/2025)
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Released (Advt. 01/2025) | 11 March 2025 | ✓ Completed |
| Online Application Opens | 18 March 2025 | ✓ Completed |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 April 2025 (extended) | ✓ Completed |
| Admit Card – Written Exam | July 2025 | ✓ Completed |
| Written Exam (6 phases) | 16 July – 3 August 2025 | ✓ Completed |
| Written Exam Result | 26 September 2025 | ✓ Completed |
| PET Admit Card | November 2025 | ✓ Completed |
| Physical Tests (PET / PST) | 15 December 2025 – 11 March 2026 | ✓ Completed |
| Document Verification & Medical | March – May 2026 | ✓ Completed |
| Final Merit List Released | 27 May 2026 | ✓ Completed |
* Source: CSBC official notifications and result publications (Advt. 01/2025). Always verify at csbc.bihar.gov.in.
📊 Key Stats: 17,06,628 candidates registered → 13,30,050 appeared for written exam → 99,690 qualified for PET → 19,838 finally selected. Written cutoff (General Male): ~68/100. The next recruitment notification is awaited — dates listed above are for the most recently completed cycle.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as per Advt. 01/2025)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General – Male | 18 years | 25 years |
| General – Female | 18 years | 25 years |
| OBC / BC (Male – Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 years | 27 years |
| OBC / BC (Female – Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 years | 27 years |
| SC / ST – Male | 18 years | 30 years |
| SC / ST – Female | 18 years | 30 years |
| EBC (Male & Female) | 18 years | 27 years |
| Ex-Serviceman (All categories) | – | As per Bihar Govt rules |
* Age was calculated as on 1 August 2025 for the Advt. 01/2025 cycle. Future notifications may have different reference dates. Always verify from the official CSBC notification PDF.
Vacancies – 19,838 Posts (Advt. 01/2025)
| Post Name | Category | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Bihar Police Constable (General) | District Police | Majority share |
| Bihar Military Police (BMP) | Armed Police | Included |
| Special Armed Police (SAP) | Armed Police | Included |
| Bihar Home Guard (Driver-cum-Constable) | Driver Posts | Included |
| TOTAL (Advt. 01/2025) | – | 19,838 |
📌 Note: Out of 19,838 posts, 6,717 were reserved for female candidates and 397 for dependents of freedom fighters (FFW). Category-wise (UR / OBC / EBC / SC / ST / EWS) and district-wise breakdown was available in the official notification PDF. The next recruitment cycle may have different vacancy figures.
Exam Pattern – Written Test
⚠️ Critical Understanding: The written exam is qualifying only (minimum 30% required). It does NOT contribute to the final merit list. The final selection is based entirely on PET marks (100 marks). However, competition is intense — in the 2025 cycle, the actual cutoff for General Male was ~68/100, since 5× the vacancies were called for PET.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| English | 15 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 15 | 15 |
| Social Science (History, Geography, Civics, Economy) | 15 | 15 |
| General Knowledge / Current Affairs | 15 | 15 |
| TOTAL | 100 | 100 |
📌 Key Exam Rules
- ✓ Each correct answer: +1 mark
- ✓ No negative marking — attempt all 100 questions
- ! Minimum qualifying marks: 30% (30 out of 100)
- ℹ Language: Bilingual (Hindi and English)
- ℹ Questions are of Matriculation / 10th standard difficulty level
- ★ Written exam is qualifying only — final merit is based entirely on PET marks (100 marks)
Physical Test – PST & PET (Merit Stage)
🎯 Most Important Stage: The PET carries 100 marks and is the sole basis for the final merit list. The written exam is qualifying only. Candidates who score higher in PET get selected — regardless of their written exam score (as long as they cleared the 30% minimum). Start physical training from Day 1 of your preparation.
Candidates who qualify the written exam (minimum 30%) are called for the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The PST checks height, chest, and weight — it is pass/fail. The PET is scored out of 100 marks across three events and determines the final merit rank.
Physical Standard Test (PST) – Measurements (Pass/Fail)
| Category | Height | Chest (Male only) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male – General / OBC / BC / EBC | 165 cm | 81 cm unexpanded / 86 cm expanded (min. 5 cm expansion) | Proportionate |
| Male – SC / ST (Bihar Scheduled Tribe) | 160 cm | 79 cm unexpanded / 84 cm expanded (min. 5 cm expansion) | Proportionate |
| Female – General / OBC / BC / EBC | 155 cm | N/A | Minimum 48 kg |
| Female – SC / ST (Bihar Scheduled Tribe) | 150 cm | N/A | Minimum 48 kg |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Scored Events (100 Marks Total)
| Event | Male Standard | Female Standard | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running | 1.6 km (1 mile) in max 6 minutes | 1 km in max 6 minutes | 50 marks |
| Shot Put | 16 lb shot to ≥16 feet | 12 lb shot to ≥12 feet | 25 marks |
| High Jump | Minimum 4 feet | Minimum 3 feet | 25 marks |
| TOTAL PET MARKS (decides final merit) | 100 | ||
💡 Preparation Tips: Running carries 50% weightage — start with 2–3 km runs at least 3 months before the PET and gradually build speed and endurance. For Shot Put and High Jump, practise correct technique — marks are awarded on a graded scale based on distance/height achieved. Many candidates fail the PET despite clearing the written exam — physical training is essential.
Detailed Syllabus – Bihar Police Constable Written Exam
📘 Hindi (हिंदी) — 25 Marks
- •Hindi grammar: Sandhi, Samas, prefixes & suffixes
- •Antonyms, synonyms, and one-word substitution
- •Proverbs and idioms (Lokoktiyan & Muhavare)
- •Sentence correction and word order
- •Comprehension passages
- •Letter writing and paragraph composition
- •Tatsam, tadbhav, and regional vocabulary
🌐 English — 15 Marks
- •Basic grammar: tenses, articles, prepositions
- •Spotting errors and sentence improvement
- •Vocabulary: antonyms, synonyms, spellings
- •Fill in the blanks with correct words
- •Reading comprehension
- •Idioms and phrases
- •Active and passive voice
🔢 Mathematics (गणित) — 15 Marks
- •Number system and BODMAS
- •Percentage, profit & loss
- •Simple and compound interest
- •Time, speed & distance
- •Time and work
- •Average, ratio and proportion
- •Mensuration: area, perimeter, volume
- •Basic algebra and geometry
🔬 General Science (सामान्य विज्ञान) — 15 Marks
- •Physics: force, motion, electricity, light
- •Chemistry: elements, compounds, acids & bases
- •Biology: human body, cells, diseases
- •Environmental science basics
- •Scientific inventions and discoveries
- •Nutrition and health awareness
🌏 Social Science — 15 Marks
- •Indian history: ancient, medieval, modern
- •Bihar history and culture
- •Indian and Bihar geography
- •Indian Constitution and political system
- •Indian economy and agriculture
- •Civics: fundamental rights and duties
📰 General Knowledge & Current Affairs — 15 Marks
- •National and international current affairs
- •Bihar-specific news and government schemes
- •Sports: national and international events
- •Awards and honours (National, International)
- •Important dates and national symbols
- •Science & technology current affairs
- •Books and authors, India and world
🎯 Focus Areas: Bihar-specific General Knowledge (history, culture, schemes, government) and current affairs carry significant weight and are often overlooked. Hindi is the highest-weightage subject (25 marks) — prioritise it. Questions are of Matric (10th) standard — NCERT Class 9–10 textbooks cover the syllabus well. Since there is no negative marking, attempt every question.
💰 Salary & Benefits
📢 8th Pay Commission: The 8th Pay Commission is expected to be implemented soon. If implemented, Bihar Police Constable salaries could see significant revision — estimated starting basic pay of ~₹43,400/month with a fitment factor of 2.0–2.85×. Salary figures shown above are based on the current 7th CPC structure.
Additional Perks & Benefits
- ✓Dearness Allowance (DA) – revised bi-annually
- ✓House Rent Allowance (HRA) – based on posting city
- ✓Travel Allowance (TA)
- ✓Medical allowance and health benefits
- ✓Uniform and kit allowance (₹5,000–₹10,000/year)
- ✓Ration money for groceries/meals
- ✓Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- ✓National Pension System (NPS)
- ✓Annual increment as per 7th Pay Commission
- ✓Job security with promotion opportunities (Constable → Head Constable → ASI → SI)
How to Apply
⚠️ The application window for the 2025 cycle (Advt. 01/2025) closed on 25 April 2025. The steps below are for reference when the next recruitment cycle opens.
- 1Visit the Official CSBC WebsiteGo to csbc.bihar.gov.in — the only official portal for Bihar Police Constable recruitment. Avoid third-party sites.
- 2Register and Create an AccountClick on the recruitment notification link. Register using your mobile number and email address to create a candidate login.
- 3Fill the Application FormLog in and fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, category, address, and other required information carefully. Ensure all details match your documents.
- 4Upload DocumentsUpload a recent passport-size photograph, your signature, and scanned copies of 10th and 12th certificates in the prescribed format and file size.
- 5Pay the Application FeeGeneral / OBC / EBC: ₹675 | SC / ST (Bihar): ₹180 | Female (Bihar, all categories): ₹180 | Transgender: ₹180. Payment must be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- 6Submit and Download ConfirmationReview all details before final submission. After submitting, download and print the filled application form and fee receipt for your records.
3-Month Study Plan (Written + PET Combined)
Month 1 – Foundation + Start Running
- →Hindi: cover grammar basics — Sandhi, Samas, antonyms, synonyms, and idioms daily
- →Bihar GK: cover Bihar history, geography, state government schemes, districts, and culture
- →Maths: number system, percentage, profit & loss, SI/CI — 20 questions daily
- →General Science: cover 10th-level Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from NCERT
- →🏃 PET: Start daily running (begin with 1–2 km, build gradually); learn shot put and high jump technique
Month 2 – Depth + Practice + Increase PET Intensity
- →Current Affairs: read daily newspaper or watch news; maintain a monthly GK diary
- →English: focus on grammar rules, vocabulary, and comprehension passages
- →Social Science: revise Indian and Bihar history, Constitution basics, geography
- →Take one full 100-question mock test every week under timed conditions
- →🏃 PET: Run 1.6 km daily; aim for under 7 minutes; practise shot put 3x/week
Month 3 – Revision + Peak Physical Fitness
- →Full syllabus revision with focus on Bihar-specific GK and current affairs
- →Solve previous year Bihar Police Constable papers to understand question patterns
- →🏃 PET: Target 1.6 km under 5:30 (males) for maximum running marks
- →Shot put and high jump: focus on form and consistency for maximum graded marks
- →Speed drills for written: aim to solve all 100 questions within 90 minutes, leaving time to review
Best Books for Preparation
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many vacancies were there in Bihar Police Constable 2025 (Advt. 01/2025)?
CSBC announced a total of 19,838 vacancies for the post of Constable under Advt. No. 01/2025. These posts were spread across District Police, Bihar Military Police (BMP), Special Armed Police (SAP), and Driver-cum-Constable posts. The final merit list was released on 27 May 2026 and all 19,838 candidates were selected.
Q2: What is the educational qualification required for Bihar Police Constable?
Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate/10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board. The qualification must be obtained on or before the application closing date. There is no graduation requirement.
Q3: What is the exam pattern for Bihar Police Constable written test?
The written exam has 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for 100 marks, with a duration of 2 hours. Subjects covered include Hindi (25 marks), English (15), Maths (15), General Science (15), Social Science (15), and General Knowledge / Current Affairs (15). There is no negative marking. Minimum qualifying marks: 30% (30/100). The written exam is qualifying only — it does not determine the final merit.
Q4: How is the final merit list decided for Bihar Police Constable?
The final merit list is based entirely on PET (Physical Efficiency Test) marks — NOT written exam marks. The PET carries 100 marks total: Running (50 marks), Shot Put (25 marks), and High Jump (25 marks). The written exam is only a qualifying stage. Candidates who score higher in PET rank higher in the final merit list.
Q5: Is there negative marking in the Bihar Police Constable exam?
No — there is no negative marking in the Bihar Police Constable written exam. Each correct answer carries 1 mark, and no marks are deducted for wrong answers. Candidates should attempt all 100 questions.
Q6: What is the physical test standard for Bihar Police Constable?
The PST requires General/OBC male candidates to be at least 165 cm tall with an 81 cm chest (5 cm expansion). Female candidates must be at least 155 cm with minimum 48 kg weight. The PET includes Running (Males: 1.6 km in 6 min, Females: 1 km in 6 min), Shot Put (Males: 16 lb to 16 ft, Females: 12 lb to 12 ft), and High Jump (Males: 4 ft, Females: 3 ft). PET is scored out of 100 marks and decides the final merit.
Q7: What is the salary of a Bihar Police Constable?
Bihar Police Constables are placed in Level 3 of the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix, with a basic pay of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month. The gross monthly salary including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances typically ranges from ₹30,000 to ₹40,000 per month. With the 8th Pay Commission expected, salaries may increase further.
Q8: What is the official website to apply for Bihar Police Constable?
Applications must be submitted online at csbc.bihar.gov.in — the official website of the Central Selection Board of Constable, Bihar. Candidates should register, fill the application form, upload documents, and pay the fee only through this official portal.
Q9: When is the next Bihar Police Constable recruitment expected?
The 2025 recruitment cycle (Advt. 01/2025) is complete — final merit list was released on 27 May 2026. The next recruitment notification has not been announced yet. Candidates should regularly check csbc.bihar.gov.in for the latest updates on upcoming recruitment cycles.
⚠️ Disclaimer
The information on this page is compiled from publicly available official notifications and trusted educational resources for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, exam details (dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, and salary figures) may change with each recruitment cycle. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all information from the official CSBC website (csbc.bihar.gov.in) and the official notification PDF before making any decisions. This website is not affiliated with CSBC, Bihar Police, or any government body. Last updated: 29 May 2026.