BPSC Factory Inspector DV Schedule 2026 - Dates & Documents

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) conducts the Factory Inspector recruitment examination to select candidates for the post of Factory Inspector in the Industries Department, Government of Bihar. This is a Group-B state civil service position responsible for enforcing factory laws, ensuring workplace safety, and inspecting industrial establishments across Bihar. The 2026 recruitment cycle has reached the Document Verification (DV) stage, where shortlisted candidates must present original certificates for verification. Successful candidates will be appointed as Factory Inspectors with powers to inspect factories, investigate accidents, and ensure compliance with labor laws. The position offers a stable career in industrial administration with opportunities for growth within the Bihar state services. BPSC typically releases DV schedules after the main examination results are declared, and candidates must attend on specified dates with all required documents.

Important Dates

Vacancy Breakdown (Typical / Indicative)

Educational Qualification

• Essential: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Industrial/Production) from a recognized university
• OR Bachelor's Degree in Science with Physics and Chemistry from a recognized university
• Desirable: Knowledge of Hindi/English and local language
• Degree must be recognized by UGC/AICTE

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative age criteria:

Age Relaxation:

Note: Age is calculated as on August 1, 2026 (Indicative)

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Preference given to candidates with Bihar domicile
• Domicile certificate of Bihar may be required at DV stage

Application Process

1. Visit the official BPSC website at www.bpsc.bih.nic.in or onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link for Factory Inspector Recruitment 2026
3. Register as a new user by providing basic details (name, email, mobile number) and create login credentials
4. Login using the registration number and password generated
5. Fill the online application form with personal details, educational qualifications, category, and contact information
6. Upload scanned copies of photograph (50 KB), signature (20 KB), and other required documents in prescribed format
7. Pay the application fee online through Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI
8. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference
9. Note down the registration number and payment transaction ID

Application Fee (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Application fee is non-refundable. Payment gateway charges may apply additionally.

Selection Process

1. Preliminary Examination (Screening Test): An objective-type preliminary examination comprising General Studies questions to shortlist candidates for the main examination. This is a qualifying test with minimum qualifying marks.

1. Main Examination (Written Test): A descriptive written examination consisting of two papers - General Studies and Technical Subject (Engineering/Applied Sciences) based on educational qualification. This is the merit-determining stage.

1. Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates based on main exam performance are called for verification of original certificates including educational qualifications, category certificates, domicile, age proof, and other relevant documents.

1. Medical Examination: Candidates who successfully clear document verification undergo a medical fitness test conducted by authorized medical boards to ensure they meet the physical standards required for the post.

1. Final Merit List: The final selection is based on marks obtained in the main examination, subject to successful completion of DV and medical examination. Selected candidates are allocated postings based on merit and preference.

Preliminary Examination Pattern (Typical / Indicative)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Qualifying Marks: Minimum 30% for General, 25% for OBC, 20% for SC/ST

Main Examination Pattern (Typical / Indicative)

Negative Marking: Not applicable for descriptive papers

Qualifying Marks: Minimum 30% in each paper for General category

Syllabus

Paper-I: General Studies

• Indian History: Ancient India, Medieval India, Modern India, Indian National Movement, Post-Independence India
• Geography of India: Physical geography, Indian agriculture, natural resources, environmental issues
• Indian Polity: Constitution of India, political system, governance, public policy, rights issues
• Indian Economy: Economic development, planning, basic economic concepts, budget and fiscal policy
• General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, latest developments in science and technology
• Current Affairs: National and international importance, sports, awards, books and authors
• Bihar Specific Knowledge: History, geography, economy, culture, and current developments of Bihar

Paper-II: Technical Subject (Engineering Stream)

• Mechanical Engineering: Strength of materials, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, manufacturing processes, industrial safety
• Electrical Engineering: Basic electrical circuits, electrical machines, power systems, control systems, safety regulations
• Chemical Engineering: Chemical process calculations, thermodynamics, mass transfer, reaction engineering, industrial safety
• Production/Industrial Engineering: Production planning, quality control, work study, plant layout, safety management
• Factory Laws and Labour Legislation: Factories Act 1948, Industrial Disputes Act, Payment of Wages Act, ESI Act, EPF Act
• Industrial Safety: Hazard identification, risk assessment, accident investigation, safety audit, fire safety
• Environmental Protection: Pollution control, environmental laws, waste management, sustainable practices

Paper-II: Technical Subject (Science Stream)

• Physics: Mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, modern physics
• Chemistry: Physical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, industrial chemistry
• Factory Acts and Industrial Laws: Same as engineering stream
• Industrial Hygiene: Occupational health, toxic substances, ventilation, noise control
• Safety Engineering: Safety principles, protective equipment, emergency response, first aid

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative - 7th Pay Commission)

Other Benefits:

• Grade Pay as per Bihar Government rules
• Medical facilities for self and family
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension and Gratuity benefits
• Government accommodation or HRA
• Annual increments and promotional benefits

Factory Inspectors in Bihar have a well-defined career progression path within the Industries Department. After serving as Factory Inspector for 5-8 years with good performance, officers can be promoted to Senior Factory Inspector and subsequently to posts like Deputy Director of Industries or Joint Director positions. With further experience and departmental examinations, career advancement to Director-level positions in the Industries Department is possible, offering both professional growth and substantial increase in pay scale reaching up to Level-13 or higher.

Admit cards for BPSC Factory Inspector examinations are released online approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled examination date on the official BPSC website. Candidates must login to the BPSC portal using their registration credentials to download the admit card. The admit card contains important details including examination centre, reporting time, and instructions. For Document Verification stage, a separate call letter/DV schedule is published on the website with specific date, time, and venue details that candidates must check regularly.

BPSC declares results in multiple stages - Preliminary examination results are typically announced within 2-3 months, followed by Main examination results within 3-4 months of the exam. Final results after Document Verification and Medical Examination are published on the official BPSC website with category-wise merit lists, cut-off marks, and selected candidates' roll numbers. Candidates can check results by entering their registration number or roll number on the portal, and download their scorecard for future reference.

BPSC Factory Inspector cutoff marks vary based on vacancy numbers and candidate performance each year. Typically, for the Main examination (which determines final selection), General category candidates need to score around 50-55% marks (100-110 out of 200), while OBC candidates require 45-50%, and SC/ST candidates need approximately 40-45% to qualify for Document Verification. These are indicative ranges and actual cutoffs depend on the difficulty level of the examination and total applicants.

Exam Centres

BPSC conducts examinations across Bihar and select centres outside Bihar for candidate convenience.

Bihar Centres: Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Purnia, Arrah, Munger, Saharsa, Samastipur, Begusarai, Katihar, Chapra, Sasaram, Hajipur, Sitamarhi, Siwan, Motihari, Bettiah, Buxar

Outside Bihar (Select Centres): Delhi, Kolkata, Ranchi, Jamshedpur

Candidates can choose preferred exam centres during application, subject to availability. Final exam centre allotment is mentioned on the admit card and may differ from preference based on administrative convenience.