Overview
The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has announced that PET admit cards for Sub-Inspector and Havildar Clerk recruitment will be available from September 8, 2026. The Physical Efficiency Test covers 1,941 vacancies notified under Advertisement Nos. 05/2025, 01/2026 and 02/2026.
Candidates who have qualified for the PET must download their hall tickets from bpssc.bihar.gov.in and carefully check the test date, reporting time and venue. Entry will be subject to identity and document verification.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) |
| Post Name | Bihar Police Sub-Inspector, Sub-Inspector and Havildar Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 1,941 posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
The vacancy total includes 1,799 Bihar Police SI posts under Advertisement No. 05/2025, along with SI and Havildar Clerk vacancies advertised separately under Advertisement Nos. 01/2026 and 02/2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | September 26, 2025 onwards; advertisement-specific dates apply |
| Last Date | October 26, 2025 onwards; varied by advertisement |
| Exam Date | PET in September 2026; exact date and shift will be printed on the admit card |
| Result Date | TBA |
The PET admit card download facility will open on September 8, 2026. Candidates should rely on the date and reporting instructions printed on their individual admit cards.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates applying for the Sub-Inspector posts must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.
- For the Havildar Clerk post, candidates must have passed the Intermediate or Class 12 examination, subject to the conditions in the relevant advertisement.
- Only candidates who cleared the applicable written examination or previous recruitment stage are eligible to attend the PET.
- Original educational certificates and supporting documents must be produced during verification when instructed.
Age Limit
- The minimum age generally ranges from 18 to 20 years, depending on the post.
- The upper age limit varies according to the post, gender and reservation category.
- Relaxation is available to BC, EBC, SC, ST, women and other eligible categories under Bihar government rules.
- Candidates should check the relevant advertisement for the applicable cut-off date and post-wise age limits.
Fees
- The application fee was ₹100, subject to the conditions of the respective recruitment advertisement.
- Bank or online payment processing charges may have applied separately.
- No additional fee is required merely to download the PET admit card.
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Candidates must qualify in the preliminary/main written examination or the prescribed written test for their post.
- Physical Test: Shortlisted candidates must appear for the Physical Efficiency Test and, where applicable, physical measurement assessment. Events may include running, high jump, long jump and shot put.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Candidates clearing the physical stage will undergo verification of original records and the prescribed medical fitness examination before final selection.
PET events are qualifying in nature unless the relevant advertisement states otherwise. Failure to meet any prescribed physical standard may lead to disqualification.
How to Apply
The recruitment application process has closed. Eligible candidates can download the BPSSC PET admit card by following these steps:
- Visit the official BPSSC website at bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Open the relevant section for Advertisement No. 05/2025, 01/2026 or 02/2026.
- Click the link for the PET Admit Card 2026.
- Enter the registration ID, mobile number or other requested login credentials along with the date of birth.
- Submit the details and verify the candidate’s name, roll number, photograph, PET date, reporting time and test venue.
- Download the admit card and print at least two clear copies for the examination day.
- Carry the printed admit card, a valid photo identity document and all certificates listed in the PET notice.
Candidates should bring original documents and self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, caste or category certificates, residence certificate, date-of-birth proof and valid photo ID, wherever applicable.
If the admit card cannot be downloaded, the candidate should immediately use the duplicate admit card facility or contact the BPSSC office within the period specified in the official notice. Registration details, application acknowledgement and valid identity proof may be required to obtain a duplicate copy.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the BPSSC PET Admit Card 2026 be released?
The admit card download link will be activated on September 8, 2026.
2. Where can candidates check their BPSSC PET date?
The exact PET date, reporting time, shift and venue will be mentioned on the candidate’s admit card.
3. Which documents are required at the PET venue?
Candidates should carry the printed admit card, valid photo ID, original eligibility and category certificates, and self-attested photocopies specified in the notice.
