Bihar Police Constable (Operator) Recruitment 2026 – Complete Guide | Advt. No. 02/2026

Bihar Police has announced 993 government job vacancies for the post of Constable (Operator). If you have passed Class 12 with Science, this could be your chance to join the Bihar Police. Applications are open from 1 March to 31 March 2026.

Here is everything explained in simple language — who can apply, how to apply, what the exam looks like, and what documents you need.

What Is This Job?

You will work as a radio operator in the Bihar Police Wireless Organisation. It is a permanent government job with a monthly salary of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 (Pay Level 3).

Quick Overview

• Recruiting Body: Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC), Bihar
• Post Name: Constable (Operator)
• Total Vacancies: 993
• Pay Scale: Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100)
• Application Start Date: 01 March 2026
• Application Last Date: 31 March 2026
• Official Website: https://csbc.bihar.gov.in

Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)

There are 993 total vacancies distributed across the following categories:

• Unreserved (UR) – Code 01: 408 posts (143 reserved for women)
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS) – Code 07: 99 posts (35 reserved for women)
• Scheduled Caste (SC) – Code 02: 157 posts (55 reserved for women)
• Scheduled Tribe (ST) – Code 03: 10 posts (4 reserved for women)
• Extremely Backward Class (EBC) – Code 04: 175 posts (61 reserved for women)
• Backward Class (BC) incl. 02 Transgender – Code 05: 113 posts (40 reserved for women)
• Women of Backward Classes (BCW) – Code 06: 31 posts

In addition, 20 posts are reserved under the Freedom Fighter Ward (FFW) horizontal reservation.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Nationality

Only Indian Citizens are eligible to apply.

2. Physical Standards

For Male Candidates:

• UR / BC / EWS: Height – 165 cm | Chest (Unexpanded) – 81 cm | Chest (Expanded) – 86 cm
• EBC: Height – 160 cm | Chest (Unexpanded) – 81 cm | Chest (Expanded) – 86 cm
• SC / ST: Height – 160 cm | Chest (Unexpanded) – 79 cm | Chest (Expanded) – 84 cm

A minimum expansion of 5 cm between unexpanded and expanded chest measurement is mandatory for all male candidates.

For Female Candidates (All Categories):

• Minimum Height: 155 cm
• Minimum Weight: 48 kg
• Chest measurement is not applicable for female candidates.

Note: Transgender candidates will follow the same physical standards as female candidates.

3. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2) in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, or an equivalent examination, with the following minimum marks:

• 50% marks for General / EWS / BC / EBC category candidates
• 45% marks for SC / ST category candidates

4. Age Limit

Age is calculated based on the date of birth mentioned in the Matriculation or equivalent certificate. The cut-off date for maximum age is 01-08-2021 (with a 5-year relaxation already applied as per the government order).

• Unreserved (UR): 18 to 25 years
• BC / EBC (Male): 18 to 27 years
• BC / EBC (Female): 18 to 28 years
• SC / ST / Transgender: 18 to 30 years

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted in three stages:

Stage 1: Written Examination

• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Question Type: OMR-based MCQ (1 mark per correct answer)
• Standard: Intermediate (10+2) level

The question paper will have 100 questions divided as follows: 25 questions from General Knowledge & Current Affairs, 25 from Physics, 25 from Chemistry, and 25 from Mathematics — all at the Intermediate level. Candidates are advised to refer to the Bihar School Examination Board website for the detailed syllabus.

Candidates scoring less than 30% in the written exam will be disqualified from the Physical Efficiency Test.

Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates shortlisted at a ratio of 5 times the vacancies (category-wise) from the written exam will be called for PET. The PET includes three events and candidates must qualify all three separately.

Running:

• Male (All Categories): 1 mile (1.6 km) within 6 minutes
• Female (All Categories): 1 km within 6 minutes

High Jump:

• Male: Minimum 3 feet 6 inches
• Female: Minimum 2 feet 6 inches

Shot Put:

• Male (16 lbs): Minimum 15 feet
• Female (12 lbs): Minimum 8 feet

Each event allows a maximum of 3 attempts. PET is qualifying in nature — no marks are awarded. Pregnant women are not permitted to participate in PET.

Stage 3: Document Verification

Candidates who pass the PET will be called for document verification, usually on the same day as the PET or on a separately notified date. No second opportunity will be given for submitting documents.

Application Fee

The application fee for all categories is ₹100/- (One Hundred Rupees only). Bank charges for Net Banking or Credit/Debit Card transactions will be borne by the candidate. The fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Important Cut-off Dates

• Minimum Age Cut-off: 01-08-2026
• Maximum Age Cut-off: 01-08-2021
• Educational Qualification: 31-03-2026 (last date of application submission)
• Caste & Domicile Certificate: 31-03-2026
• Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate: 31-03-2026
• EWS Certificate (FY 2024-25): 31-03-2026
• Freedom Fighter Ward Certificate: 31-03-2026
• Transgender Identity Certificate: 31-03-2026

📄 Documents Required for Verification

Candidates must carry originals along with one self-attested photocopy of the following documents:

1. Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Driving Licence, Voter ID, etc.)
2. Date of Birth Certificate (Matric/equivalent marksheet and certificate)
3. Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent pass certificate
4. Intermediate marksheet
5. SC/ST candidates: Caste certificate + Permanent Residence certificate (in prescribed format)
6. BC/EBC candidates: Caste certificate + Residence certificate + Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate. If the NCL certificate is older than 1 year, a declaration in Form-xviiiB is also mandatory.
7. EWS candidates: Income & Asset certificate for FY 2024-25 issued by a competent authority (in prescribed format – Schedule I, Form I)
8. FFW candidates: Certificate from the District Magistrate or authorized officer confirming descent from a freedom fighter (heir's letter of introduction is not acceptable)
9. Transgender candidates: Identity certificate from the District Magistrate (in Form-3 or Form-4 as per the Transgender Persons Protection of Rights Act, 2020) + Residence certificate

🌐 How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website: https://csbc.bihar.gov.in
2. Go to the 'Bihar Police' tab or 'Advts by Group' section and click on Advt. No. [02/2026]
3. Click the application form link to begin the process
4. Complete Part 1 (Registration): Enter your name, nationality, mobile number, email ID, domicile, reservation category, gender, and date of birth, then pay the application fee
5. After successful payment, you will receive a Registration ID and Password via SMS and email — use these to log in
6. Fill Part 2: Enter father's/spouse's name, mother's name, complete address, and educational qualifications
7. Upload your recent colour passport-size photograph (white background, 15–25 KB, JPG/JPEG/GIF format) and signatures in both English and Hindi (black or blue ink, white background, 15–25 KB)
8. Review all details carefully, then Confirm and Submit the application
9. Print the Acknowledgement on A4 paper and keep it safe for future reference

Important: Only one application per mobile number is allowed. Multiple applications from the same candidate will lead to cancellation of all applications.

⚠️ Key Points to Remember

• 35% horizontal reservation is applicable for women who are domicile residents of Bihar across all categories.
• Candidates from outside Bihar will be treated as Unreserved (UR) category and must apply as such; otherwise their application will be automatically rejected.
• Reservation benefits for caste-based categories (SC/ST/BC/EBC) are only available to permanent domicile residents of Bihar.
• Disability reservation is NOT applicable for this post, as it has been specifically exempted by the Home Department.
• The merit list is based on written exam marks. Tie-breaking follows this order: older age → higher educational qualification → higher qualifying exam marks → alphabetical order of name in English.
• A supplementary recommendation list will be issued for up to 6 months from the date of publication of the final merit list.
• The appointing authority for Constable (Operator) is the Superintendent of Police (Wireless), Bihar.
• The entire selection process may take approximately one year to complete. No requests for time extension will be accepted under any personal circumstances.

🔗 Official Links

• CSBC Official Website: https://csbc.bihar.gov.in
• Bihar School Examination Board (for syllabus): https://biharboardonline.com
• General Administration Department, Bihar: https://state.bihar.gov.in

📢 Final Words

The Bihar Police Constable (Operator) Recruitment 2026 is a prestigious opportunity to serve in the Bihar Police Radio Organisation with a secure government job and an attractive pay scale of ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Level-3). With 993 vacancies across all categories, candidates with a Science background at the Intermediate level should seize this chance without delay.

Apply online between 01 March 2026 and 31 March 2026. Don't wait for the last date — technical issues closer to the deadline are common. Prepare your documents in advance and submit your application well within time.

Stay tuned to our website for updates on admit card release dates, exam schedule, PET dates, and result notifications.

Disclaimer: This blog post is based on the official advertisement (No. 02/2026) issued by the Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC), Bihar, dated 23 February 2026. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification and website at https://csbc.bihar.gov.in for the most accurate and updated information.