Bihar Police BPSSC SI Online Form 2026 – 150 Posts
Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has released the Sub Inspector (SI) recruitment notification 2026 (Advt No. 09/2026) for a total of 150 vacancies. If you are a graduate in any stream and want a direct police officer post in Bihar, this is a strong opportunity to apply for. The online application window is open from 09 July 2026 and the last date to apply and pay the fee is 09 August 2026. Both male and female candidates who meet the age and physical standards are eligible. Full details of vacancies, eligibility, important dates, application fee, pay and selection process are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Sub Inspector (SI) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 60 |
| EWS | 15 |
| EBC | 27 |
| BC | 18 |
| BC (Female) | 4 |
| SC | 24 |
| ST | 2 |
| Total | 150 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | You must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognised university in India to be eligible. Along with the educational qualification, you must also meet the physical standards: minimum height of 165 cm for male and 155 cm for female candidates, chest of 81–86 cm (male only), and a running test (male 1.6 km in 6 minutes 30 seconds, female 1 km in 6 minutes). |
| Age Limit | The age limit is calculated as on 01 August 2025. The minimum age is 20 years. The maximum age is 37 years for male candidates and 40 years for female candidates. Age relaxation for SC/ST, EBC/BC and other reserved categories applies as per Bihar Government rules — check the official notification for the exact relaxation. |
| Age Relaxation | Upper age limit is 37 years for male and 40 years for female candidates; category-wise relaxation applies as per rules. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 09 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 09 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | As per schedule (refer official notification) |
Application Fee
| General / EWS / BC / EBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | ₹100 |
| Female | ₹100 |
Salary / Pay
The BPSSC Sub Inspector is a Pay Level 6 post under the 7th Pay Commission, with a pay scale of approximately ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 plus applicable allowances (DA, HRA, etc.). This pay figure is indicative and based on the standard Bihar Police SI pay structure; the exact pay is not separately stated on the source, so confirm it from the official notification.
Selection Process
Selection is expected to be through a multi-stage process: a Preliminary Written Examination, followed by a Main Written Examination for shortlisted candidates, and then a Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test (PET/PST), Document Verification and Medical Examination. This sequence follows the standard BPSSC SI process and is indicative — the exact stages will be confirmed in the official notification.
How to Apply
Apply online through the official BPSSC application portal at apply-bpssc.com (linked below). The application window is from 09 July 2026 to 09 August 2026. Steps: (1) register with your basic details, (2) log in and fill the application form, (3) upload your photo, signature and required documents, (4) pay the application fee online, and (5) submit and download a copy of the final form for your records. Apply before the last date to avoid last-minute server load.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in BPSSC SI 2026?
There are a total of 150 Sub Inspector (SI) vacancies under Advt No. 09/2026.
What is the educational qualification required?
You need a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognised university, and you must also meet the physical standards.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 09 August 2026.
What is the age limit?
Minimum age is 20 years and maximum is 37 years for male and 40 years for female candidates, as on 01 August 2025.
What is the application fee?
As per the source, the fee is ₹100 for all categories; please confirm the exact fee from the official notification before paying.