BPSSC Bihar Police Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Recruitment 2026 – 462 Posts

🏛️Organization Details

Organization Name	Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC)
Position	Assistant Sub-Inspector (Operation) – सहायक अवर निरीक्षक (प्रचालक)
Department	Bihar Police Radio (Wireless), Patna
Total Vacancies	462 Posts
Notification Number	04/2026
Job Type	Full-time Government Service (Permanent)
Application Mode	Online Only
Official Website	https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in

📊Total Vacancies – 462 Posts

Category	Total Posts	Women (35% Horizontal Reservation)
Unreserved (UR)	185	65
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	46	16
Scheduled Caste (SC)	74	26
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	5	2
Extremely Backward Class (EBC)	83	29
Backward Class (BC)	55	19
Backward Class Women (Separate)	14	–
Total	462	157

🎓Educational Qualifications

Required Qualification

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) with Physics from any recognized Indian university
• Physics subject is mandatory in your degree
• Qualification must be completed by 01 August 2025 (cut-off date)

Minimum Marks Required

Other Requirements

• Must be an Indian citizen
• No specific work experience required (fresh graduates eligible)
• Physical fitness and good health status required

💰Salary Details (Per Month)

Pay Scale	Level-5 as per Bihar Government Pay Scale
Salary Range	Approximately ₹25,000 – ₹60,000 (varies with experience & allowances)
Benefits	DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), Medical Facilities, Pension, Annual Increments
Work Location	Bihar Police Radio (Wireless), Patna

⏳Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025)

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
Unreserved Male	21 years	37 years
Unreserved Female	21 years	40 years
BC/EBC (All)	21 years	40 years
SC/ST (All)	21 years	42 years

Age Relaxation

• Bihar Government Employees: Up to 5 years (with minimum 3 years regular service seeking higher pay scale)
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years plus actual period of defense service (maximum age limit 57 years)

📅Important Dates

Notification Release Date	02 February 2026
Online Application Start Date	04 February 2026
Online Application Last Date	04 March 2026
Preliminary Examination	To be notified soon
Main Examination	To be notified soon
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)	To be notified soon
Cut-off Date (Age, Qualification, Experience)	01 August 2025

🎯Selection Process

The recruitment follows a three-stage merit-based selection process:

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination

• Total Marks: 100 marks
• Duration: 2 hours
• Questions: 100 objective multiple choice questions
  • 40 questions on General Knowledge & Current Affairs
  • 60 questions on Physics (Graduation Level)
• Passing Marks: Minimum 30% required to qualify
• Selection Criteria: Top 20 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) advance to Main Exam
• Negative Marking: 0.2 marks deducted per wrong answer

Stage 2: Main Examination

Consists of two papers:

• Paper I – Language Knowledge (100 marks):
  • 50 marks General Hindi + 50 marks General English
  • Intermediate level | 1.5 hours duration
  • Minimum 30 marks to qualify (not added to merit)
• Paper II – Physics (100 marks):
  • 100 objective multiple choice questions (Graduation level)
  • 3 hours duration
  • Minimum 33% marks required to qualify
  • Final merit list based on this paper marks
  • Top 5 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) qualify for PET
• Negative Marking: 0.2 marks per wrong answer in both papers

Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying Only

All candidates must pass the following physical tests (separate minimum standards):

Physical Test	Male Candidates	Female Candidates
Running	1 mile (1.6 km) in max 7 minutes	1 km in max 7 minutes
High Jump	Minimum 3 feet 6 inches	Minimum 2 feet 6 inches
Long Jump	Minimum 10 feet	Minimum 7 feet
Shot Put	16 lbs shot – Minimum 14 feet	12 lbs shot – Minimum 8 feet

Physical Measurement Standards

Measurement	Category	Standard
Height	UR/BC Male	Minimum 165 cm
	SC/ST/EBC Male	Minimum 160 cm
	Female (All)	Minimum 155 cm
Chest (Male Only)	UR/BC/EBC	Unexpanded 81 cm, Expanded 86 cm (5 cm expansion required)
	SC/ST	Unexpanded 79 cm, Expanded 84 cm (5 cm expansion required)
	Female	No chest measurement
Weight (Female)	Female (All)	Minimum 48 kg

Medical Examination & Final Selection

• Medical fitness test conducted by appointing authority (Deputy IG of Police)
• Character and antecedent verification mandatory
• Background verification before final appointment
• Final merit list based on Main Exam Paper II marks (Physics)

💳Application Fee

Payment Details

• Payment Mode: Online only (Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI)
• Bank Charges: Borne by candidate
• Refund Policy: Non-refundable under any circumstances
• Multiple Payments: Avoid paying twice for same application (fee non-refundable)
• Chargeback Issue: If bank initiates chargeback after payment, application will be rejected and legal action taken

📑How to Apply Online

Before You Apply – Prepare These

• Valid, active email ID (preferably in your name)
• Mobile number (will receive all communications)
• Scanned color photograph (recent, white background, 15-25 KB)
• Scanned signature (in English & Hindi, black/blue ink, white background, 15-25 KB)
• All educational certificates (12th, Graduation, etc.)
• Date of Birth proof (10th mark sheet or birth certificate)

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Registration

1. Visit official website: https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in
2. Click on “Bihar Police” tab → Select Advertisement 04/2026
3. Fill registration form with:
   • Full name (as per school certificate)
   • Date of birth (as per matriculation certificate)
   • Email ID and mobile number
   • Reservation category
   • Gender (Male/Female/Third Gender)
   • Bihar State domicile status
4. Verify all details – no corrections allowed after registration
5. Submit registration

Step 2: Payment

1. After registration, proceed to payment page
2. Pay ₹100 application fee online
3. You’ll receive Registration Number & Password via SMS/Email
4. Save these credentials for future login

Step 3: Login & Complete Application

1. Login using Registration Number and Password
2. Fill detailed application form:
   • Father’s/Husband’s name
   • Mother’s name
   • Complete residential address
   • Educational qualification details
   • Provide consent to declaration
3. Upload documents:
   • Color Photograph: JPG/JPEG/GIF format, 15-25 KB, white background, recent
   • Signature: Separate English & Hindi signatures, black/blue ink, white background, 15-25 KB
4. Review all information (once submitted, cannot be edited)
5. Submit final application

Step 4: Confirmation

1. Print application acknowledgement (shows your photo)
2. Keep printout safely for future correspondence
3. Confirmation SMS/Email sent to registered mobile/email
4. Note down Registration Number for tracking

⚙️Key Documents Required

You’ll need these documents during application and at various stages:

Educational Documents

• 10th Class Certificate & Mark Sheet
• 12th Class Certificate & Mark Sheet
• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Degree Certificate with Physics
• B.Sc Mark Sheet (all semesters)
• University/Board registration certificate

Personal & Identity Documents

• Aadhar Card (copy)
• PAN Card (copy)
• Voter ID or Passport (copy)
• Birth Certificate or School Leaving Certificate
• Proof of Date of Birth (10th mark sheet preferred)

Photographs & Signature

• Recent color photograph (4×6 cm, white background, 3-4 copies)
• Signature samples (in English & Hindi)

For Ex-Servicemen

• Military Service Certificate/Discharge Book
• Army service number
• Pension details (if applicable)

📘Important Links

ℹ️Important Information & General Rules

Eligibility & Requirements

• Indian nationality required
• Bihar State residency required for reservation benefits
• Must be physically fit and free from communicable diseases
• Candidates with stammering/stuttering defects not eligible
• No age relaxation for general category candidates

Selection Process Duration

• Normally 6 months required to complete entire selection process
• No extensions for personal, medical, or family reasons
• Candidates must be available for examinations as per scheduled dates

Interview & Selection

• No TA/DA (Travel & Dearness Allowance) provided for interview
• All selected candidates must undergo character verification
• Antecedent verification conducted by appointing authority
• Medical examination mandatory before final appointment
• BPSSC’s decision on selection is final and binding

False Information Warning

Reservation Policy

• Reservation benefits applicable only to Bihar State residents
• Non-residents from reserved categories treated as unreserved
• 35% women reservation across all categories
• 2% reservation for freedom fighters’ grandchildren (horizontal)
• 1% reservation for transgender candidates

⚡Quick Reference Guide

🎯Tips for Success

• Apply Early: Don’t wait until last day. Submit at least a week before deadline to avoid issues.
• Document Ready: Arrange all documents beforehand. Self-attest them properly.
• Accurate Details: Fill application carefully. Match all information with original certificates.
• Right Category: Select correct reservation category. Verify from district magistrate if unsure.
• Correct Age: Use date of birth from matriculation certificate. Age calculated as on 01-Aug-2025.
• Stay Fit: Start physical fitness training now. PET standards are strict – all events mandatory.
• Study Physics: Emphasis on Physics at graduation level. 60 questions in Preliminary + 100 questions in Main.
• Keep Records: Print application acknowledgement. Save registration number, email, and mobile for tracking.
• Exam Preparation: Follow news for exam schedule. Prepare for GK, Current Affairs, and Physics comprehensively.
• Professional Conduct: Maintain good character. Any criminal record can lead to rejection at verification stage.