The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has opened the Bihar Police SI Recruitment 2026 drive, inviting applications for 78 Sub-Inspector (Prohibition) posts in the Prohibition, Excise & Registration Department of the Government of Bihar. This recruitment offers government job opportunities for eligible graduates aiming to join the state police force.
Online Application Window and Important Dates
The online registration process for the Sub-Inspector Prohibition posts began on 27 January 2026 and will remain open until 27 February 2026. Prospective candidates should complete and submit their applications well before the deadline through the official BPSSC portal bpssc.bihar.gov.in. Key dates include:
- Application start date: 27 January 2026
- Last date to apply: 27 February 2026
Candidates must ensure that all details are correctly filled in the recruitment form and that required documents are uploaded before the closing date.
Eligibility and Selection Process
To be eligible for the Bihar Police SI (Prohibition) recruitment, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Candidates must also meet the age criteria, which typically sets the minimum age at 20 years and maximum age at 37 years for male candidates and 40 years for female candidates, with relaxations available for reserved categories as per government rules. The selection process will comprise multiple stages, including:
- Preliminary Written Examination
- Main Written Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and other qualifying standards as specified in the official notification.
Candidates are advised to carefully review the complete eligibility requirements, exam pattern, and syllabus once the detailed notification is available on the BPSSC website.
How to Apply Online?
Applicants seeking these Sub-Inspector positions must register and submit their forms online through the BPSSC’s recruitment portal. The key steps generally include:
- Visiting bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Creating/login to a candidate account.
- Filling in personal, educational and contact details.
- Uploading scanned copies of required documents.
- Paying the prescribed application fee online (typically Rs 100 for general category).
After successful submission, candidates should keep a copy of the completed application form and payment receipt for future reference during the recruitment process.
Job Profile and Career Opportunity
The Sub-Inspector (Prohibition) role involves enforcing prohibition laws, overseeing regulatory compliance and conducting inspections related to excise and registration matters. Selected candidates will serve in the Bihar Police cadre and gain access to structured career progression, pension benefits and other allowances associated with state government service. With the 2026 recruitment now underway, eligible candidates should prepare systematically for the examination stages and adhere to official announcements for updates on admit cards, exam dates and further selection criteria.