🔥 Are you aspiring to join the prestigious Bihar Police force? The Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar, has released an exciting notification (Advt. No. 01/2026) for the recruitment of Special Branch Constables (सामान्य बंद संवर्ग) in 2026! This is a golden opportunity for eligible candidates to secure a government job with a respectable salary and a vital role in maintaining peace and order in Bihar's Special Branch.
With a total of 83 vacancies, CSBC is inviting online applications from dedicated and qualified Indian citizens. The selection process involves a written examination, physical standards test, document verification, and medical examination. Make sure to mark your calendars, as the online application process begins on February 06, 2026, and concludes on March 05, 2026. Don't miss this chance to serve your state!
🎯 Quick Highlights
- Organization: Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar
- Post Name: Special Branch Constable (सामान्य बंद संवर्ग)
- Advertisement No.: 01/2026
- Total Vacancies: 83
- Salary: Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100)
- Application Start Date: 06 February 2026
- Application Last Date: 05 March 2026 📅 (Apply before it's too late!)
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: csbc.bihar.gov.in
📋 Vacancy Details
A total of 83 posts for Special Branch Constable (सामान्य बंद संवर्ग) have been announced. The detailed category-wise distribution of these vacancies is provided below:
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
Qualification |
| Special Branch Constable |
83 |
Intermediate (10+2) Pass |
Category-wise Vacancy Breakup (Bihar Domicile Only)
| S.No. |
Category |
Category Code |
Posts (Male) |
Posts (Female - Horizontal Reservation) |
FFW (Horizontal Reservation) |
| 1 |
Unreserved (UR) |
01 |
34 |
12 |
02 |
| 2 |
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) |
07 |
08 |
03 |
| 3 |
Scheduled Caste (SC) |
02 |
13 |
05 |
| 4 |
Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
03 |
01 |
00 |
| 5 |
Extremely Backward Class (EBC) |
04 |
15 |
05 |
| 6 |
Backward Class (BC) |
05 |
10 |
04 |
| 7 |
Backward Class Women (BCW) |
06 |
02 |
00 |
|
| TOTAL |
83 |
29 |
02 |
Note: The number of posts for female candidates and Freedom Fighter Dependents (FFW) are included within the total posts for their respective categories. A 35% horizontal reservation for women domicile of Bihar and 2% for FFW is applicable.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be Indian citizens to apply for these posts. Detailed eligibility requirements are as follows:
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 years for all categories.
- Maximum Age:
- Unreserved (UR) Male & Female: 25 years
- Backward Class (BC) & Extremely Backward Class (EBC) Male: 27 years (2 years relaxation)
- Backward Class (BC) & Extremely Backward Class (EBC) Female: 28 years (3 years relaxation)
- Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) Male & Female: 30 years (5 years relaxation)
- Bihar Government Employees: An additional 5 years relaxation in the upper age limit for those seeking higher pay scales.
Educational Qualification (as on 05.03.2026):
Candidates must have passed the Intermediate (10+2) examination or an equivalent examination from a recognized board/council by the application last date (05 March 2026).
Physical Standards (PST/PMT)
| Category |
Minimum Height (cm) |
Chest (Unexpanded, cm) (Males Only) |
Chest (Expanded, cm) (Males Only) |
Minimum Weight (kg) (Females Only) |
| Unreserved (UR) & Backward Class (BC) Males |
165 |
81 |
86 |
Not Applicable |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) Males |
160 |
81 |
86 |
Not Applicable |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) Males |
160 |
79 |
84 |
Not Applicable |
| All Category Females |
155 |
Not Applicable |
Not Applicable |
48 |
Note: For male candidates, a minimum chest expansion of 5 cm is mandatory.
💰 Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates for the Special Branch Constable position will be appointed under Pay Level-3. The salary scale for this level ranges from ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month. In addition to the basic pay, candidates will be entitled to various allowances as per Bihar Government rules, which typically include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, Medical Benefits, and other perks, making it a very attractive package.
📝 Selection Process
The selection process for Bihar Police Special Branch Constable Recruitment 2026 involves several stages to ensure the most capable candidates are chosen:
- Stage 1: Written Examination (Likhit Pariksha)
- Type: Objective, Multiple Choice Questions (OMR Sheet based).
- Papers: Two separate papers, each 100 questions, 100 marks, and 90 minutes duration.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in both papers.
- Qualifying Criteria: Candidates must score a minimum of 30% marks in EACH paper separately to be eligible for the Physical Standard Test (PST).
- Syllabus:
- Paper I (100 Marks):
- Logical & Analytical Ability: 50 Marks
- English Grammar, Comprehension & Translation: 30 Marks
- Hindi Grammar: 20 Marks
- Paper II (100 Marks):
- General Studies & Current Affairs: 50 Marks
- Mathematics & Quantitative Aptitude: 30 Marks
- Bihar General Knowledge: 20 Marks
- Merit for PST: Approximately three times the number of total vacancies, category-wise, will be called for PST based on their combined scores in both written papers.
- Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) / Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for PST. This stage is qualifying in nature; no marks are awarded.
- Candidates must meet the minimum height, chest, and weight requirements as specified above. Failing to meet these standards will lead to disqualification.
- Stage 3: Document Verification (Dastavej Satyaapan)
- Successful candidates from PST will undergo document verification. All original certificates and their self-attested photocopies must be presented on the specified date and time.
- Required Documents: Valid Photo ID (Aadhar, Driving License, Voter ID), 10th Class Certificate (for DOB), 12th Class Certificate, Caste Certificate (for Bihar Domicile only), Domicile Certificate, Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate (for BC/EBC), EWS Certificate (Financial Year 2024-2025), Freedom Fighter Dependent Certificate (if applicable). All certificates must be valid as of 05.03.2026.
- Crucial Note for Married Women: Caste and Non-Creamy Layer certificates must be issued from their father's side, not the husband's.
- Stage 4: Medical Examination (Chikitsiye Parikshan)
- Selected candidates will undergo a medical examination as per the Bihar Police Manual, 1978. This includes checks for eyesight, color blindness, hearing, and speech.
- This stage is also qualifying in nature. Candidates declared medically unfit will not be appointed.
- Stage 5: Character & Antecedent Verification (Charitra Satyaapan)
- A thorough character verification will be conducted. Any adverse report or concealment of facts may lead to disqualification.
- Stage 6: Final Merit List (Medha Suchi)
- The final merit list will be prepared based on the candidate's combined marks obtained in the main written examination (both papers). PST, DV, and Medical are qualifying stages.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks for Final Merit:
- Unreserved (UR) Category: 40%
- Backward Class (BC): 36.5%
- Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 34%
- Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Women of all Reserved & Unreserved Categories: 32%
- Tie-Breaking Rules: In case of a tie in written examination marks:
- Older candidate by Date of Birth will be preferred.
- Candidate with higher educational qualification will be preferred.
- If the tie persists, names will be ordered alphabetically as per the Hindi alphabet in the 10th board certificate.
💳 Application Fee
The application fee is uniform for all categories. This fee is non-refundable.
| Category |
Application Fee |
| All Categories (General, EWS, BC, EBC, SC, ST, Female) |
₹100/- |
Note: Additional bank charges may apply during online payment.
📅 Important Dates
Keep track of these crucial dates to ensure you don't miss any deadlines for the CSBC Bihar Police Special Branch Constable Recruitment 2026:
| Event |
Date |
| Application Start Date |
06 February 2026 |
| Application Last Date |
05 March 2026 |
| Age Calculation Cut-off Date |
01 August 2026 |
| Educational Qualification Cut-off Date |
05 March 2026 |
| Caste/Domicile/NCL/EWS/FFW Certificate Cut-off Date |
05 March 2026 |
🔗 How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps to successfully apply for the Bihar Police Special Branch Constable vacancies:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC) official website: https://csbc.bihar.gov.in
- Navigate to Recruitment: On the homepage, look for the 'Bihar Police' tab or 'Advts by Group' section and click on the advertisement number 01/2026 for Special Branch Constable recruitment.
- Read Instructions: Thoroughly read the detailed notification and online application instructions before proceeding.
- New Registration: Click on the "Apply Online" or "Registration" link. You will need a valid and active mobile number and email ID for registration.
- Fill Part-I Application: Complete the first part of the application form with your personal details, nationality, domicile, reservation category, gender, and date of birth.
- Make Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹100/- through online modes (Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card). Remember, the fee is non-refundable.
- Fill Part-II Application: After successful registration and payment, log in using your Registration ID and Password. Fill in the remaining details, including parent's name, address, and educational qualifications.
- Upload Documents: Upload your scanned photograph (colour, white background, 15-25 KB, taken within two months) and signature (Hindi & English, black/blue ink, white background, 15-25 KB, in .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format).
- Review & Submit: Carefully review all the entered information. Make any necessary edits before final submission. Once submitted, no changes can be made.
- Print Application: After final submission, take a printout of the acknowledgement form (A4 size) for your records and future correspondence.
💡 Important Tips
- Prepare Documents: Keep all necessary documents (ID proof, educational certificates, caste/domicile/NCL/EWS certificates) ready in scanned format and as original copies before starting the application. Ensure all certificates are valid as per the cut-off dates.
- Check Eligibility: Double-check the eligibility criteria, especially age limits and physical standards, to avoid disqualification later.
- Timely Application: Apply well before the last date (05 March 2026) to avoid last-minute technical glitches or website overload.
- Active Contact Details: Ensure your mobile number and email ID are active and accessible, as all important communication will be sent there.
- Photo & Signature: Adhere strictly to the guidelines for uploading photographs and signatures. Incorrect uploads can lead to rejection.
- Merit Focus: Remember that the final merit list is based *solely* on the written examination score. Prepare diligently for both papers, focusing on accuracy to minimize negative marking.
