BPSSC Sub-Inspector Prohibition Recruitment 2026

Eligibilty

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must have passed a Graduation examination or an equivalent examination recognized by the State Government from a recognized university by August 01, 2025.

Physical Standards:

Physical standards are mandatory to meet, but no marks are awarded for them. Candidates failing to meet these standards will be disqualified.

Height:

• Unreserved (General) & Backward Class Male: Minimum 165 cm
• Extremely Backward Class, Scheduled Caste & Scheduled Tribe Male: Minimum 160 cm
• All Category Female: Minimum 155 cm

Chest (For Males Only):

• Unreserved (General)/Backward Class & Extremely Backward Class Male:
  • Unexpanded: Minimum 81 cm
  • Expanded: Minimum 86 cm
  • (A minimum expansion difference of 5 cm is mandatory)
• Scheduled Caste & Scheduled Tribe Male:
  • Unexpanded: Minimum 79 cm
  • Expanded: Minimum 84 cm
  • (A minimum expansion difference of 5 cm is mandatory)
• Female: No chest measurement required.

Weight (For Females Only):

• All Category Female Candidates: Minimum 48 kg

Transgender/Third Gender Candidates:

Physical standards and Physical Eligibility Test standards will be the same as for Backward Class candidates.

Vaccancy

Vacancies Details:

A total of 78 vacancies for the post of Sub-Inspector Prohibition (Level-6) are available.

Category-wise Vacancy Distribution:

• Unreserved (01): 41 (14 reserved for women)
• Scheduled Caste (02): 05 (02 reserved for women)
• Scheduled Tribe (03): 01 (0 reserved for women)
• Extremely Backward Class (04): 12 (04 reserved for women)
• Backward Class (05): 09 (03 reserved for women)
• Backward Class Women (06): 02
• Economically Weaker Sections (07): 08 (03 reserved for women)

Total Vacancies: 78

Total for Women (35% horizontal reservation): 26

Reserved for Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters (2%): 02

Important Links

Candidates can apply online by visiting the official website of the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission and navigating to the 'Prohibition Dept.' Tab.

Click Here to Apply Online (Link will be active from 27.01.2026)

Official Notification Pdf : Download Here

Salary Details:

Selected candidates for the post of Sub-Inspector Prohibition will be appointed at Level-6 of the pay matrix. This typically implies a pay scale ranging from approximately Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 per month, along with other admissible allowances as per Bihar Government rules.

Selection Process:

The selection process for Sub-Inspector Prohibition involves three stages:

1. Written Competitive Examination:

The written examination will consist of two phases: Preliminary and Main Exams. All questions in the written examination will be multiple-choice questions.

(i) Preliminary Examination (First Phase):

• One paper of 200 marks.
• Total 100 questions.
• Examination duration: 2 hours.
• Questions will be related to General Knowledge and Current Affairs.
• Candidates scoring less than 30% marks will be disqualified for the Main Examination.
• Candidates equal to 20 times the number of vacancies (category-wise on merit) will be selected for the Main Written Examination.
• If the examination is held in multiple shifts, marks will be normalized using the Equi-Percentile Method.

(ii) Main Examination (Second Phase):

Candidates successful in the Preliminary Examination will be eligible for the Main Examination. The Main Examination will have two papers:

Paper I: General Hindi

• 200 marks.
• 100 questions.
• Examination duration: 2 hours.
• Minimum 30% marks are mandatory to qualify; otherwise, candidates will be declared disqualified.
• Marks obtained in the General Hindi paper will not be added for final merit determination.

Paper II: General Studies, General Science, Civics, Indian History, Indian Geography, Mathematics & Mental Ability Test

• 200 marks.
• Total 100 questions.
• Examination duration: 2 hours.

Negative Marking:

In both Preliminary and Main Examinations, 0.2 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

Selection for Physical Eligibility Test (PET):

Based on the Main Written Examination (Paper II), candidates equal to 6 times the number of vacancies (category-wise on merit) will be selected for the Physical Eligibility Test.

2. Physical Eligibility/Efficiency Test (Third Phase):

This stage is mandatory to qualify. Candidates must successfully pass all the following physical tests:

(i) Race:

• All Category Males: 1 Mile (1.6 km) in a maximum of 6 minutes 30 seconds. (Candidates exceeding this time will be disqualified).
• All Category Females: 1 Kilometer in a maximum of 6 minutes. (Candidates exceeding this time will be disqualified).

(ii) High Jump:

• All Category Males: Minimum 4 feet. (Males jumping less than 4 feet will be disqualified).
• All Category Females: Minimum 3 feet. (Females jumping less than 3 feet will be disqualified).

(iii) Long Jump:

• All Category Males: Minimum 12 feet. (Males jumping less than 12 feet will be disqualified).
• All Category Females: Minimum 9 feet. (Females jumping less than 9 feet will be disqualified).

(iv) Shot Put:

• All Category Males: 16 pounds, minimum 16 feet throw. (Males throwing less than 16 feet will be disqualified).
• All Category Females: 12 pounds, minimum 10 feet throw. (Females throwing less than 10 feet will be disqualified).

Candidates must qualify in all events separately. A maximum of three chances will be given for High Jump, Long Jump, and Shot Put.

3. Merit List & Recommendation:

The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the Main Written Examination (Paper II).

Tie-breaking Criteria

In case two or more candidates secure the same marks, the following criteria will be applied in order:

1. The older candidate will be placed higher in the merit list.

2. If marks and date of birth are the same, the candidate with higher educational qualifications will be placed higher.

3. If marks, date of birth, and educational qualifications are all the same, the candidate whose name appears first in alphabetical order (as per the 10th board certificate) will be given preference.

Minimum Qualifying Marks for Final Merit List (Main Examination)

• Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Female candidates: 32%

• Extremely Backward Class (EBC) candidates: 34%

• Backward Class (BC) candidates: 36.5%

• General category candidates: 40%

Final recommendations will be sent by BPSSC to the concerned Appointing Authority (Excise Commissioner).

Instructions for Online Application:

Candidates must apply online through the official website of the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Visit the official website: https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in
2. Navigate to the 'Prohibition Dept.' Tab and click on the link related to Advt. No.- 03/2026.
3. Before proceeding, read all instructions and guidelines thoroughly to ensure accurate information entry.
4. Keep a valid and active mobile number and e-mail ID (preferably registered in your name) ready for registration. These will be used for all important communications.
5. Part 1 - Registration and Payment:
   • Provide your Name, Nationality, Mobile Number, E-mail ID, Bihar Domicile status, Reservation Category, Gender, and Date of Birth.
   • Proceed to make the online payment for the application fee.
   • Before payment, you have the option to 'Edit' your registration details.
   • Upon successful registration and payment, you will receive a Registration Number and Password via SMS/E-mail.
   • Important: If you realize you entered incorrect details after payment, you can cancel your registration using the 'Cancel Registration Form' option. However, the application fee already paid will NOT be refunded, and you will have to pay the fee again for a new registration.
6. Part 2 - Filling Application Details and Uploading Documents:
   • Log in using your Registration Number and Password received in Part 1.
   • Fill in personal details such as Father's/Husband's Name, Mother's Name, Address, and Educational Qualifications accurately.
   • Agree to the declaration.
   • Upload Photograph: A color photograph taken within two months, with a white background. File size between 15 KB to 25 KB, in .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format.
   • Upload Signature: Separate scanned images of your signature in English and Hindi (both in black or blue ink), each with a white background. File size between 15 KB to 25 KB, in .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format.
   • Note: Failure to follow the photo and signature specifications will lead to the cancellation of your application.
   • Before final submission, review all details by clicking on 'Edit Details'.
   • Once you 'Confirm' and 'Submit' the application, no further changes can be made.
   • After successful submission, you will receive a confirmation message (SMS/E-mail) on your registered mobile number/e-mail ID.
   • Print the A4 size 'Acknowledgement' (Paavti) of your filled application form (with photo) and keep it safe for future reference and correspondence. Do not send it to BPSSC.
7. Candidature Cancellation: Be aware that your application may be cancelled at any stage without prior notice for reasons such as incomplete application (Part 2 not submitted after Part 1), incorrect photo/signature upload, non-payment or chargeback of fees, false information, incorrect reservation category claim, discrepancies during document verification, incorrect Date of Birth/Gender, not meeting eligibility criteria, or involvement in misconduct during the selection process.

Cut-off Date: The cut-off date for age limit, educational qualification, and all other eligibility criteria is August 01, 2025.

Medical Examination and Character Verification: All finally selected candidates will undergo a medical examination, character, and antecedent verification by the appointing authority. Adverse reports or concealment of facts will lead to disqualification.

Syllabus

Preliminary Examination Syllabus:

• General Knowledge
• Current Affairs

Main Examination Syllabus:

Paper I: General Hindi (Qualifying Nature)

• General Hindi related topics.

Paper II:

• General Studies
• General Science
• Civics
• Indian History
• Indian Geography
• Mathematics
• Mental Ability Test

Note: For both preliminary and main examinations, all questions will be multiple-choice. There will be a negative marking of 0.2 marks for each incorrect answer.

Documents Required for Online Application & Verification:

For Online Application Submission:

• Valid and active Mobile Number
• Valid and active E-mail ID
• Scanned recent color Photograph (white background, 15-25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format)
• Scanned Signature in English (white background, 15-25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format)
• Scanned Signature in Hindi (white background, 15-25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format)
• Matriculation (10th) or equivalent certificate for Date of Birth verification.
• Graduation or equivalent degree certificate by 01.08.2025.
• Relevant certificates for Bihar Domicile, Reservation Category (SC/ST/EBC/BC/EWS), and PWD (if applicable).

For Document Verification (later stage):

Candidates must produce original certificates during document verification. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Matriculation (10th) certificate for Date of Birth.
• Graduation or equivalent degree certificates and mark sheets.
• Bihar Domicile Certificate (if claiming reservation/domicile benefits).
• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/EBC/BC candidates) from a competent authority. For married women, caste and permanent residence certificates must be based on their father's details, not husband's.
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for BC/EBC candidates, if applicable) based on father's details.
• EWS Certificate for Financial Year 2024-2025 (for EWS candidates).
• Freedom Fighter's Grandchildren Certificate (if applicable).
• Identity card issued by District Magistrate (for Transgender/Third Gender candidates).
• Bihar Government employee certificate (if claiming age relaxation).
• Ex-servicemen discharge book/certificate (if claiming age relaxation).
• Photo ID proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, etc.).
• Any other relevant documents as specified by the commission.