The Bihar Police Sub-Ordinate Service Commission (BPSSC) has officially released the notification for the BPSSC Bihar Police Havildar Instructor Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement Number 05/2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 122 vacancies for Havildar Instructors within the Home Guard Department (Bihar Home Guard Service Cadre). Aspirants looking for a promising career opportunity in the state defense setup can register online starting from 1st May 2026 until 1st June 2026.
Candidates can review the official details, including eligibility requirements, age limitations, salary scales, selection criteria, and step-by-step application procedures outlined below. Additionally, you can access the Official Bihar BPSSC Police Havildar Instructor Notification 2026 PDF for full reference.
BPSSC Havildar Instructor Recruitment 2026 Overview
Review the essential highlights of the recruitment notification in the summary table below:
| Organisation Name | Bihar Police Sub-Ordinate Service Commission (BPSSC) |
| Post Name | Havildar Instructor |
| Department Name | Home Guard Department, Bihar |
| Advertisement Number | 05/2026 |
| Vacancies | 122 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 1st May to 1st June 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Class 12th pass |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 years |
| Salary | Pay Level 4 |
| Selection Process | Written Competitive Examination Physical Efficiency Test |
| Official website | https://www.bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
Keep track of all important milestones associated with the application timeline:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28th April 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 1st May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 1st June 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Online Application Fee | 1st June 2026 |
Vacancy Distribution & Salary Structure
The Home Guard Department has announced 122 positions. Successful candidates will be recruited under the lucrative Bihar State Pay Matrix.
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Havildar Instructor | 122 |
Salary Details: Selected candidates will draw a salary under Pay Level 4, ranging from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100.
Eligibility Criteria
Before submitting your applications, make sure you meet the educational and age requirements specified by the commission.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board, satisfied on or before 1st August 2025.
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025)
| Categories | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (Male) | 37 years |
| General (Female) BC/EBC (Male, Female, Transgender) | 40 years |
| SC/ST (Male/Female) | 42 years |
Age Relaxation
| Categories | Age Relaxation | Upper Age Limit Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Bihar Govt. employees | 5 years | Must have completed 3 years of regular service |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years + service period | Maximum age should not exceed 57 years as of the cut-off date. |
Physical Standards / Requirements
| Categories | Height (Minimum) | Chest Unexpanded | Chest Expanded | Minimum Expansion | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General/BC (Male) | 165 cm | 81 cm | 86 cm | 5 cm | 48 kg |
| EBC/SC/ST (Male) | 160 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm | 5 cm | 48 kg |
| Female (All categories) | 155 cm | – | – | – | 48 kg |
Transgender (Third Gender) Criteria
- Physical Standards and Physical Efficiency Test criteria will be the same as those of Backward Class (BC) candidates.
- As per the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Rules 2020, candidates must provide a valid identity certificate (Form 3) issued by the District Magistrate.
- The category of the candidate will be determined based on the gender mentioned in the certificate.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates for the Havildar Instructor post involves two primary stages:
- Written Competitive Examination: Objective-type questions carrying 100 marks for a duration of 2 hours. It is qualifying in nature (minimum 30% marks needed) and marks will not count towards final merit. Normalization via Equi-Percentile Method applies if conducted in multiple shifts. Shortlisting for PET will be approximately 5 times the vacancy count.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Worth 100 marks (Running: 50 marks, Shot Put: 25 marks, High Jump: 25 marks). Final merit is solely determined by PET performance.
Written Exam Pattern & Subjects
- Subjects: Hindi, English, Mathematics, Social Science (History, Geography, Civics, Economics), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany), and General Knowledge & Current Affairs.
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi, English, Mathematics, Social Science, Science, and General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Detailed Standards
Running Test - Male Candidates
| Time Taken | Marks |
|---|---|
| Below 5 minutes | 50 |
| 5 to 5:20 sec | 40 |
| 5:20 to 5:40 sec | 30 |
| 5:40 to 6 min | 20 |
| More than 6 min | Fail |
Running Test - Female Candidates
| Time Taken | Marks |
|---|---|
| Below 4 minutes | 50 |
| 4 to 4:20 min | 40 |
| 4:20 min to 4:40 min | 30 |
| 4:40 min to 5 min | 20 |
| More than 5 min | Fail |
Shot Put Standards - Male Candidates (16-Pound shot)
| Distance Achieved | Marks |
|---|---|
| 16 – 17 feet | 9 |
| 17 – 18 feet | 13 |
| 18 – 19 feet | 17 |
| 19 – 20 feet | 21 |
| Above 20 feet | 25 |
| Below 16 feet | Fail |
Shot Put Standards - Female Candidates (12-Pound shot)
| Distance Achieved | Marks |
|---|---|
| 12 – 13 feet | 9 |
| 13 – 14 feet | 13 |
| 14 – 15 feet | 17 |
| 15 – 16 feet | 21 |
| Above 16 feet | 25 |
| Below 12 feet | Fail |
High Jump Standards - Male Candidates
| Height Cleared | Marks |
|---|---|
| 4 ft | 13 |
| 4 ft 4 inch | 17 |
| 4 ft 8 inch | 21 |
| 5 ft | 25 |
| Below 4 ft | Fail |
High Jump Standards - Female Candidates
| Time / Height | Marks |
|---|---|
| 3 ft | 13 |
| 3 ft 4 inch | 17 |
| 3 ft 8 inch | 21 |
| 4 ft | 25 |
| Below 3 ft | Fail |
Steps to Apply Online for BPSSC Havildar Instructor Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online by adhering to the structured procedure below:
- Visit the official website of BPSSC https://www.bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Find and click on the relevant Advt. Link titled “Advt. No. 05/2026 – Havilder Instructor Recruitment.”
- Complete the registration (Part 1) by entering basic details, such as name, nationality, mobile number, email ID, domicile, category, gender, and DOB.
- Verify the registration details and make edits if needed, as changes won’t be allowed after the fee payment.
- Pay the application fee (Rs. 100 non-refundable) through any online payment gateway. On successful payment, you will receive a Registration Number and Password via your mobile number and email.
- Log in with your registered credentials and complete the application form (Part 2). Fill in with parents’ name/husband’s name, address, and educational qualification details.
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph with a white background and your signature done in English and Hindi separately with black or blue ink. The file size should be between 15 KB to 25 KB and in JPG/JPEG/GIF format.
- Review all the details of the application form and click on Confirm/Submit.
- Download and print the application form.
Click Here to Apply for BPSSC Havildar Instructor 2026
Next Steps for Candidates
After successful submission of your online form, keep your Registration Number and Password safe. Regularly check the official portal for admit card release dates, exam schedules, and travel preparation guidelines. Ensure you maintain physical fitness routines in alignment with the physical efficiency standards.
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