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BPSSC SI Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 1799 Police Sub-Inspector Posts from Sept 26
Overview: Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) invites applications for 1799 Police Sub-Inspector posts under Advertisement No. 05/2025. Eligible candidates can apply online from 26/09/2025 to 26/10/2025 via bpssc.bihar.gov.in. This is a great opportunity for government police jobs in Bihar Police recruitment 2025, BPSSC SI 2025, Police SI jobs Bihar. Explore eligibility for BPSSC SI, physical test, syllabus, category-wise vacancies, and application process below.
Important Dates for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2025 |
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| Notification Date: | 26-09-2025 |
| Online Application Period: | 26-09-2025 to 26-10-2025 |
Application Fee |
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| All Candidates: | Rs. 100/- |
| Pay online via the BPSSC portal. Fees are non-refundable. | |
Age Limit (As on 01/08/2025) |
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| General (Male): | 20-37 years |
| General (Female): | 20-40 years |
| BC/EBC (Male/Female): | 20-40 years |
| SC/ST (Male/Female) & Transgender: | 20-42 years |
| Relaxation: | As per Bihar rules (e.g., Ex-Servicemen, Govt. Employees) |
Important Links |
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| Apply Online: | BPSSC Application Portal |
| Official Website: | BPSSC Website |
| Official Notification: | Download PDF |
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Eligibility Criteria for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2025
Below are the simplified eligibility criteria for Police Sub-Inspector as of 01/08/2025.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduation or equivalent from a recognized university by 01/08/2025. |
| Nationality | Indian Citizen. |
| Physical Standards (Height - Male) | General/BC: Min 165 cm; SC/ST: Min 160 cm. |
| Physical Standards (Height - Female) | All categories: Min 155 cm. |
| Chest (Male - Unexpanded/Expanded) | General/BC/EBC: 81/86 cm; SC/ST: 79/84 cm (min 5 cm expansion). |
| Weight (Female) | Min 48 kg. |
| Transgender Standards | Same as BC Female for physical, General for age. |
Note: All qualifications must be from recognized institutions. Cut-off date for eligibility is 01/08/2025.
Exam Pattern for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2025
The selection process includes Written Exam (Preliminary & Main) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
Preliminary Exam
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
Qualifying marks: 30%. Negative marking: 0.2 marks per wrong answer. 20 times vacancies shortlisted for Main.
Main Exam
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Hindi | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper 2 | General Studies, General Science, Civics, Indian History, Indian Geography, Mathematics, Mental Ability | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
Qualifying in Hindi: 30% (not counted in merit). Negative marking: 0.2 marks. 6 times vacancies shortlisted for PET.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Race | 1 mile in 6 min 30 sec | 1 km in 6 min |
| High Jump | Min 4 ft | Min 3 ft |
| Long Jump | Min 12 ft | Min 9 ft |
| Shot Put | 16 lb to min 16 ft | 12 lb to min 10 ft |
Qualifying in nature. No marks awarded.
Syllabus for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2025
The syllabus is based on the official notification.
Preliminary Exam (General Knowledge & Current Affairs)
- Current Events (National/International)
- Indian History & Culture
- Geography
- Polity & Economy
- Sports, Awards, Books & Authors
- Science & Technology
Main Exam - Paper 1 (General Hindi)
- Grammar (Vyakaran)
- Sentence Structure
- Synonyms/Antonyms
- Comprehension
- Essay Writing
Main Exam - Paper 2 (General Studies etc.)
- General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- Civics: Indian Constitution, Governance
- Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern
- Indian Geography: Physical, Economic
- Mathematics: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry
- Mental Ability: Reasoning, Series, Puzzles
Complete Vacancy Breakup for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2025
Total Vacancies: 1799
| Category | Total Posts | Women (35% Horizontal) | Freedom Fighter Grandchildren |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 210 | 74 | 36 (Total) |
| ST | 15 | 5 | |
| EBC | 273 | 96 | |
| BC | 222 | 78 | |
| BC Women | 42 | 0 | |
| Unreserved | 850 | 298 | |
| EWS | 180 | 63 | |
| Transgender | 7 | 0 | |
| Total | 1799 | 614 | 36 |
Note: Reservation as per Bihar rules, including 35% horizontal for women, 2% for Freedom Fighter grandchildren.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2025
Important Instructions for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2025
These instructions are for candidates applying for BPSSC SI Recruitment 2025 for Police Sub-Inspector posts. Read carefully before filling the online application at bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- 🏢 BPSSC may reject or cancel candidature at any stage without notice. Decisions are final and binding.
- 📋 Selection involves preliminary/main exam and PET. Final merit based on Main Exam marks.
- 🚫 Providing false information or incomplete applications will lead to rejection or termination.
- 📅 Age limit (as on 01/08/2025): Varies by category. Relaxations as per Bihar rules.
- 📝 Only one application per candidate. Multiple submissions will cancel all applications and forfeit fees.
- 💳 All candidates pay Rs. 100/-. Pay via BPSSC portal only.
- 🖼️ Upload recent color photo (15-25 KB, .jpg) and signatures in English & Hindi (15-25 KB, .jpg).
- 📂 For verification, provide originals: educational certificates, caste, domicile.
- 📧 Use a valid, active email ID and mobile number for registration. Updates via SMS/email or bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- ✏️ Corrections allowed before final submit. Verify details before submitting.
- 📞 For issues, contact BPSSC helpdesk via bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- 📵 Electronic devices prohibited at exam centers. Follow instructions to avoid disqualification.
- 🧾 Pregnant women not allowed in PET; submit declaration.
- 📍 Category selection final; wrong category leads to cancellation.
