Bihar Police CSBC Constable Special Branch Exam Admit Card 2026

The Bihar Police CSBC Constable Special Branch recruitment is conducted by the Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar, to select candidates for the position of Constable in the Special Branch of Bihar Police. Special Branch constables are responsible for intelligence gathering, surveillance, and internal security operations within Bihar state. The selection is done through a competitive examination process including written test, physical efficiency test, and medical examination. This is a state-level police recruitment offering permanent employment with the Bihar Police Department. Successful candidates will be posted across various districts of Bihar for intelligence and security duties.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board
• The qualifying examination must be from Bihar State Board or any other recognized Board in India
• Candidates appearing in final year are NOT eligible to apply

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative age criteria:

Age Relaxation:

• Age is calculated as on 01 August 2026 (expected)
• Upper age relaxation is cumulative as per Bihar Government rules

Nationality

• Candidates must be Indian citizens
• Must possess domicile certificate of Bihar State
• Certificate of Character from Village Mukhiya/Ward Commissioner is mandatory

How to Apply

1. Visit the official CSBC Bihar website at csbc.bih.nic.in
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link for Bihar Police Constable Special Branch Recruitment 2026
3. Register as a new user with valid mobile number and email ID to generate Registration Number
4. Login using Registration Number and Password
5. Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and other required details
6. Upload scanned copies of recent photograph (50 KB), signature (20 KB), and required documents in specified format (JPG/JPEG)
7. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
8. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference
9. Note down the Application Number for tracking purposes

Application Fee

• Payment mode: Online only (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
• Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances

Selection Stages

1. Written Examination (Preliminary): Computer-based objective type test covering General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Arithmetic, Reasoning, and General Hindi. Qualifying in nature with minimum cut-off marks.

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates qualifying written exam undergo physical tests including running (race), long jump, high jump, and shot put. Minimum qualifying standards as per Bihar Police norms for male and female candidates separately.

1. Physical Standard Test (PST): Verification of height, chest (for male), and weight measurements as per prescribed standards for different categories and gender.

1. Document Verification: Original certificates of educational qualification, age proof, caste certificate, domicile certificate, and character certificate are verified by the Board.

1. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical fitness test conducted by authorized medical board to check vision, hearing, physical fitness, and absence of diseases/deformities.

1. Final Merit List: Based on marks obtained in written examination and successful completion of all subsequent stages, final merit list is prepared for appointment.

Written Examination Pattern

Preliminary Examination

Negative Marking: 0.2 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Note:

• Examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode
• All questions are multiple choice questions (MCQs) with four options
• Minimum qualifying marks: UR/EWS - 30%, OBC - 32%, SC/ST - 35% (typical)
• Question paper will be bilingual (Hindi and English) except General Hindi section

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern India
• Indian National Movement and Freedom Struggle
• Indian Geography: Physical, Economic, and Social Geography
• World Geography: Major physical features, countries, and capitals
• Indian Polity and Constitution: Fundamental Rights, Duties, DPSP
• Economic and Social Development in India
• Current Affairs: National and International events of last 12 months
• Sports and Awards
• Books and Authors
• Important Days and Events

General Science

• Physics: Motion, Force, Energy, Light, Sound, Electricity
• Chemistry: Elements, Compounds, Acids, Bases, Salts, Metals and Non-metals
• Biology: Cell structure, Human body systems, Diseases, Nutrition
• Environmental Science and Ecology
• Scientific developments and discoveries
• Everyday Science and applications

Arithmetic/Mathematics

• Number System and Simplification
• Percentage, Profit and Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work
• Time and Distance/Speed
• Ratio and Proportion
• Average and Mixtures
• Mensuration: Area and Volume
• Data Interpretation: Tables, Graphs, Charts

Mental Ability & Reasoning

• Analogies and Similarities
• Differences and Classifications
• Series: Number, Letter, and Mixed
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Ranking and Arrangement
• Syllogism and Statements
• Venn Diagrams
• Puzzle and Seating Arrangement
• Non-verbal Reasoning: Pattern completion, Figure series

General Hindi

• व्याकरण: संधि, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• विलोम शब्द, पर्यायवाची शब्द
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य शुद्धिकरण
• शब्द शुद्धिकरण
• वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द
• अपठित गद्यांश (Comprehension)
• हिंदी साहित्य का सामान्य ज्ञान

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• Grade Pay and increments as per 7th Pay Commission norms
• Medical facilities for self and family
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension and Gratuity benefits
• Government quarters (subject to availability)
• Police welfare schemes and insurance coverage

Bihar Police Constables in Special Branch have defined promotion opportunities based on seniority and performance. After 7-10 years of service, constables can be promoted to Head Constable, followed by Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) and Sub-Inspector (SI) through departmental promotion exams. Further promotions to Inspector and higher ranks are possible through Bihar Public Service Commission examinations and internal departmental channels, with entire career progression potentially reaching Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) level.

Admit Cards for Bihar Police CSBC Constable Special Branch exam will be released approximately 10-15 days before the examination date on the official CSBC website (csbc.bih.nic.in). Candidates must download their admit card by logging in with their Registration Number/Application Number and Date of Birth. No admit card will be sent by post, and candidates must carry a printed copy along with valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving License) to the examination centre.

The Written Examination result will be declared within 30-45 days after the exam on the official CSBC Bihar website. Results will be published as PDF merit list with roll numbers of qualified candidates. Candidates can check their individual scorecard by logging into the official portal using their credentials. The final result after PET/PST and Medical Examination will be published separately, and selected candidates will receive appointment letters through registered post.

The cutoff marks for Bihar Police Constable Special Branch exam vary based on category and difficulty level of the paper. Typically, General/EWS category candidates need to score 45-55 marks out of 150, OBC candidates 40-50 marks, and SC/ST candidates 35-45 marks to qualify for Physical Tests. Cutoff marks are decided by CSBC based on total vacancies, number of applicants, and exam difficulty, and are announced along with the result declaration.

Examination Centres

Bihar (Primary Exam Centres): Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Purnia, Arrah, Begusarai, Katihar, Munger, Chapra, Saharsa, Sasaram, Hajipur, Dehri, Siwan, Motihari, Nawada, Buxar, Samastipur, Bettiah, Chhapra, Jehanabad, Aurangabad, Kishanganj

Note: CSBC reserves the right to add, delete, or change examination centres depending on the number of candidates and administrative convenience. Candidates will be allotted exam centres based on their preference and availability, but specific centre allocation is at the discretion of the Board.