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BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 65 Posts

Advt No: Advt No. 08/2026•Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC)
Official Process Flow

Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones

Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC)

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Online Application Window

Application window closed on 30 Jul 2026

Closed
02

Stage 1: Preliminary Written Examination

(200 Marks Objective Type)

Exam: 20 Sept 2026
03

Stage 2: Main Written Examination

(Paper 1 Hindi & Paper 2 General Studies)

Exam: 20 Sept 2026
04

Stage 3: Physical Standard Test

(PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Physical Test
05

Stage 4: Document Verification and Detailed Medical Examination

As specified in official notice

Exam: 20 Sept 2026
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15-Second Executive Decision Summary

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Total Vacancies
BPSSC

65

Company Commander (General) in Bihar Home Guard

Min Qualification
Age Limit & Cut-off

20 – 37 Yrs

as on 1 Aug 2025

Pay Scale / Salary

₹35,400–₹1,12,400

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Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) (Advt No: Advt No. 08/2026)

About this Recruitment

Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has released notification Advt. No. 08/2026 for recruitment to 65 posts of Company Commander (General) in the Bihar Home Guard under the Home Department, Government of Bihar. Graduates in any stream from recognized universities can apply online from June 30, 2026, to July 30, 2026 at bpssc.bihar.gov.in.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • Recruiting Body: Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC).
  • Total Vacancies: 65 Posts of Company Commander (General) in Bihar Home Guard.
  • Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) plus applicable state allowances.
  • Eligibility: Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University as of August 1, 2025.
  • Age Limit: 20 to 37 years for Male General candidates (relaxations for BC/EBC/SC/ST/Females).
  • Online Application: Open from June 30, 2026 to July 30, 2026 on the BPSSC portal.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

20 Years

Maximum Age

37 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 August 2025

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

General Female / BC / EBC (Male & Female): +3 Years
SC / ST (Male & Female): +5 Years
Home Guard Trained Volunteers of Bihar: +5 Years

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Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 August 2025)

Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Notification Released

25 June 2026

2

Application Start Date

30 June 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

30 July 2026

4

Exam Date

20 September 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Company Commander (General) in Bihar Home Guard65 ANY GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Matrix Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) under 7th CPC with DA, HRA, Uniform Allowance and standard Bihar Police perks

Official Pay Scale

₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
Ministry of Finance City Classification
Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)
Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Tier Y
Basic Pay₹35,400
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹17,700
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹6,372
Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700
Gross Monthly Salary₹62,172
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹5,310
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹450
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹5,820
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹56,352

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹7.46 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness & Current Affairs2525
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability2525
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject2525

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in

2

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: Advt No. 08/2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

3

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

4

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

5

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

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Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Document Upload Specifications
Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

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Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

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Physical Standards & Efficiency

Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Mandatory physical measurements and endurance criteria as prescribed in the official notification.

Category & GenderHeight (Min)Chest (Min / Exp)Running / RaceOther Events
Male (General / OBC / SC)
168 cm (Relaxation applicable for reserved categories)
81 cm - 86 cm (Minimum 5 cm expansion)
5 km in 24 minutes / 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes
Long Jump: 12 Feet, High Jump: 3.5 Feet (if applicable)
Male (ST Category)
160 cm
77 cm - 82 cm (5 cm expansion)
5 km in 24 minutes / 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes
Long Jump: 12 Feet, High Jump: 3.5 Feet (if applicable)
Female (All Categories)
152 cm - 157 cm
Not Applicable
1.6 km in 8.5 minutes / 800 meters in 4 minutes
Long Jump: 9 Feet, High Jump: 3 Feet (if applicable)

Application Fee Details

General / BC / EBC / EWS Candidates (Male & Out-of-State)₹700
SC / ST / Female Candidates of Bihar₹400

Payment Modes: Online via Internet Banking, Debit Cards, Credit Cards, or UPI

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Preliminary Written Examination (200 Marks Objective Type)
2
Stage 2: Main Written Examination (Paper 1 Hindi & Paper 2 General Studies)
3
Stage 3: Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
4
Stage 4: Document Verification and Detailed Medical Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total vacancy count for BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026?

There are 65 vacancies for Company Commander (General) in Bihar Home Guard under Advt. No. 08/2026.

What is the minimum educational qualification required?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the State Government as on August 1, 2025.

What is the age limit for general and reserved category candidates?

As on August 1, 2025, male general candidates must be between 20 and 37 years. General female and BC/EBC candidates have an upper limit of 40 years, and SC/ST candidates have an upper limit of 42 years.

What is the selection process for BPSSC Company Commander?

The selection process comprises Stage 1 Preliminary Written Exam, Stage 2 Main Written Exam, Stage 3 Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Stage 4 Document Verification and Medical Examination.

What is the salary structure for Bihar Company Commander?

Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Matrix Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) along with DA, HRA, Medical, and Uniform allowances as per Bihar Government rules.

What is the application fee for BPSSC Company Commander?

The fee is ₹700 for General/BC/EBC/EWS male candidates and all out-of-state candidates, and ₹400 for SC/ST and female permanent residents of Bihar.

What are the important dates for BPSSC Company Commander 2026?

Online applications start on June 30, 2026, and end on July 30, 2026. The preliminary written exam is tentatively scheduled for September 20, 2026.

What are the physical efficiency test (PET) standards?

The PET includes running (1.6 km in 6 minutes 30 seconds for males; 1 km in 6 minutes for females), high jump, long jump, and shot put as specified in BPSSC police recruitment rules.

Application StatusClosed

Last Date to Apply

30 July 2026

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