Bihar Police Sub-Inspector Prohibition Recruitment 2026: Vacancy, Eligibility, Age Limit, Exam Pattern
The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has released the official notification (Advt. No. 03/2026) for the recruitment of Sub-Inspector Prohibition (अवर निरीक्षक मद्य निषेध) under the Prohibition, Excise & Registration Department, Government of Bihar.
A total of 78 vacancies have been announced for this recruitment. Candidates possessing a Graduation degree and meeting the prescribed physical and eligibility criteria can apply for this recruitment.
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Recruitment 2026 offers 78 vacancies. Graduation is required. Selection includes Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and PET. Salary is Level-6 pay scale.
About Bihar Police SI Prohibition Recruitment 2026
Bihar Police Sub-Inspector Prohibition Recruitment is conducted to recruit officers responsible for enforcement of prohibition laws in Bihar.
Selected candidates are appointed as Sub-Inspector Prohibition officers and work in enforcement operations, investigation, and regulatory duties related to the prohibition department.
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Recruitment 2026 Overview
Particular | Details |
|---|---|
Organization | Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission |
Post Name | Sub-Inspector Prohibition |
Hindi Name | अवर निरीक्षक मद्य निषेध |
Advertisement Number | 03/2026 |
Department | Prohibition Department Bihar |
Total Vacancy | 78 |
Pay Level | Level-6 |
Application Mode | Online |
Job Location | Bihar |
Selection Mode | Written Exam + Physical Test |
Bihar Police SI Prohibition 2026 Important Dates
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Notification Release | 22 January 2026 |
Online Application Start | 27 January 2026 |
Last Date to Apply | 27 February 2026 |
Fee Payment Last Date | 27 February 2026 |
Admit Card | To be notified |
Preliminary Exam Date | To be notified |
Main Exam Date | To be notified |
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Vacancy 2026
Total posts: 78 posts
Category Wise Vacancy
Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
General | 41 |
SC | 5 |
ST | 1 |
EBC | 12 |
BC | 9 |
BC Female | 2 |
EWS | 8 |
Total | 78 |
Female Reservation
As per Bihar Government rules: 35% reservation for female candidates
Total female reserved posts: 26 posts
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy eligibility conditions related to nationality, education, and physical standards.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess: Graduation degree from a recognized university
Cut-off date: 01 August 2025
Final year candidates are not eligible unless the result is declared before the cut-off date.
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Age Limit 2026
Age calculated as on: 01 August 2025
Category | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
General Male | 20 | 37 |
General Female | 20 | 40 |
BC/EBC | 20 | 40 |
SC/ST | 20 | 42 |
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is applicable as per Bihar Government norms for:
Government employees
Reserved categories
Ex-servicemen
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Physical Standards
Height Requirement
Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
General/BC | 165 cm | 155 cm |
SC/ST/EBC | 160 cm | 155 cm |
Chest Measurement (Male only)
Category | Unexpanded | Expanded |
|---|---|---|
General | 81 cm | 86 cm |
SC/ST | 79 cm | 84 cm |
Weight
Minimum weight for females: 48 kg
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Selection Process
Selection stages include:
1 Preliminary Written Examination
2 Main Written Examination
3 Physical Efficiency Test
4 Document Verification
5 Medical Examination
Final merit is prepared based on Main Examination marks only.
PET is qualifying in nature.
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Exam Pattern 2026
Recruitment involves two written exams.
Preliminary Exam Pattern
Details | Information |
|---|---|
Questions | 100 |
Marks | 200 |
Duration | 2 Hours |
Subjects | General Knowledge and Current Affairs |
Question Type | Objective |
Minimum qualifying marks: 30%
Candidates equal to 20 times vacancy shortlisted for mains.
Main Exam Pattern
Two papers:
Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
Paper 1 | Hindi | 200 | 2 Hours |
Paper 2 | General Studies | 200 | 2 Hours |
Paper 1 is qualifying. Merit based on Paper 2.
Negative Marking
Penalty: 0.2 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Applicable in both preliminary and main exams.
Merit List Preparation
Final merit prepared based on: Main Exam Paper 2 marks only.
PET: Qualifying only.
Candidates equal to 6 times vacancy called for PET.
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Physical Efficiency Test
Test | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
Running | 1.6 km in 6:30 | 1 km in 6 min |
High Jump | 4 feet | 3 feet |
Long Jump | 12 feet | 9 feet |
Shot Put | 16 feet | 10 feet |
Failure in PET leads to disqualification.
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Application Fee
Category | Fee |
|---|---|
All categories | ₹100 |
Payment modes:
Net Banking
Debit Card
Credit Card
UPI
How to Apply for Bihar Police SI Prohibition 2026
Step-by-step process:
1 Visit BPSSC official website
2 Open Recruitment section
3 Click Advt. No. 03/2026
4 Register with mobile/email
5 Fill personal details
6 Upload photo and signature
7 Pay application fee
8 Submit form
9 Download application copy
Documents Required
Graduation certificate
Photo
Signature
Caste certificate
EWS certificate
Domicile certificate
Identity proof
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Salary 2026
Pay scale: Level-6 Pay Matrix
Approx salary: ₹35,000 – ₹60,000 including allowances.
Allowances include:
Dearness Allowance
House Rent Allowance
Medical benefits
Travel Allowance
Bihar Police SI Prohibition Job Profile
Selected candidates perform:
Law enforcement duties
Prohibition law implementation
Inspection duties
Investigation
Field enforcement operations
Official Links
Official Website:
Official Notification:
https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in/Notices/PER/03-2026.pdf
Recruitment Section:
https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in/A-PER.htm
Bihar Police SI Prohibition FAQs
What is Bihar Police SI Prohibition Recruitment?
It is recruitment for Sub-Inspector in Prohibition Department.
Total vacancies?
Minimum qualification?
Graduation.
Age limit?
20–37 for general male.
Is there negative marking?
Yes.
Is interview conducted?
No.
Is PET mandatory?
Yes.
Is PET marks counted?
No.
What is salary?
Level-6.
Can females apply?
Yes.
Is domicile required?
For reservation.
How many candidates qualify prelims?
20 times vacancy.
How many for PET?
6 times vacancy.
Is job permanent?
Yes government job.
Job location?
Bihar.

