Bihar Police SI Admit Card 2026 Live Updates: Exam Date & Download Link
The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has officially released the exam schedule and admit card dates for the Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Preliminary Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,799 vacancies for the post of Police Sub-Inspector under the Home Department of the Government of Bihar (Advertisement No. 05/2025).
As of December 22, 2025, the Commission has confirmed that the preliminary written examination will be held in January 2026 across various centers in the state.
Bihar Police SI Exam 2026: Key Highlights
For candidates who applied for the BPSSC SI recruitment, here are the essential details:
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) |
| Post Name | Police Sub-Inspector (SI) |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,799 |
| Admit Card Release Date | December 30, 2025 |
| Exam Dates | January 18 & 21, 2026 |
| Official Website | bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Link Active :Download Now |
Bihar Police SI 2026 Exam Schedule & Shift Timings
The BPSSC will conduct the prelims exam in two shifts on each day. Candidates must strictly adhere to the reporting times mentioned below.
| Exam Date | Day | Shift | Exam Time | Reporting Time |
| January 18, 2026 | Sunday | Shift 1 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 08:30 AM |
| January 18, 2026 | Sunday | Shift 2 | 02:30 PM – 04:30 PM | 01:00 PM |
| January 21, 2026 | Wednesday | Shift 1 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 08:30 AM |
| 21 January 2026 | Wednesday | Shift 2 | 02:30 PM – 04:30 PM | 01:00 PM |
Important Note: Entry gates will close 30 minutes before the commencement of the exam. No candidate will be allowed entry after the gates are closed.
How to Download Bihar Police SI Admit Card 2026
The E-Admit Card will be available for download from December 30, 2025. Follow these steps to secure your hall ticket:
- Visit Official Website: Go to bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Locate Link: Click on the “Bihar Police” tab. Look for the link titled “Download E-Admit Card for Sub-Inspector Preliminary Examination (Advt. No. 05/2025)”.
- Enter Credentials: Enter your Registration Number/Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Submit: Click the “Submit” or “Login” button.
- Download & Print: Your admit card will appear on the screen. Download the PDF and take a clear color printout.
Selection Process for Bihar Police SI
Becoming a Sub-Inspector involves a rigorous multi-stage selection process:
- Preliminary Written Exam: 200 marks (Qualifying in nature).
- Main Written Exam: Consists of two papers (General Hindi and General Studies).
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST): Testing physical endurance and measurements.
- Medical Examination: Final health assessment.
- Document Verification: Verification of educational and category certificates.
Exam Day Guidelines & Necessary Documents
Candidates must carry the following items to the exam center:
- A Printed Copy of E-Admit Card: Ensure the photo and text are clear.
- Valid Photo ID Proof: Original Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving License.
- Passport Size Photographs: Carry 2-3 recent photos (same as the one uploaded in the application).
Prohibited Items: Mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches, and any other electronic gadgets are strictly banned inside the examination hall.
Preparation Tips for Prelims
The prelims exam focuses heavily on General Knowledge and Current Affairs.
- Focus Areas: History, Geography, Indian Polity, and Bihar-specific current events.
- Marking Scheme: There are 100 questions for 200 marks. Be careful with negative marking ($0.2$ marks deducted for every wrong answer).
- Practice: Solve previous year BPSSC question papers to understand the difficulty level.
