The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has officially released the notification for the Sub Inspector (SI) Prohibition Recruitment 2025, aiming to fill 28 vacancies. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for individuals aspiring to serve in the Bihar Police Department. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the recruitment process, including important dates, eligibility criteria, application procedure, and selection process.
Overview of BPSSC SI Prohibition Recruitment 2025
- Organization: Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC)
- Post Name: Sub Inspector (Prohibition)
- Total Vacancies: 28
- Advertisement Number: 01/2025
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: bpssc.bih.nic.in
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: February 24, 2025
- Online Application Start Date: February 27, 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: March 27, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: March 27, 2025
- Examination Date: To be announced
Vacancy Details
The 28 vacancies for the Sub Inspector (Prohibition) post are distributed across various categories as follows:
- Unreserved (UR): 12
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 3
- Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 5
- Backward Class (BC): 3
- Backward Class Female: 1
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 4
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 0
Additionally, 35% of the total posts are reserved for female candidates in each category.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for the BPSSC SI Prohibition Recruitment 2025:
- Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university is mandatory.
- Age Limit (as of August 1, 2024):
- General (Male): 20 to 37 years
- General (Female): 20 to 40 years
- OBC/EBC (Male & Female): 20 to 40 years
- SC/ST (Male & Female): 20 to 42 years
Age relaxations are applicable as per government norms.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS/EBC: ₹700
- SC/ST/Female Candidates: ₹400
The application fee can be paid online through net banking, debit card, or credit card.
Application Procedure
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Registration: Visit the official BPSSC website and click on the “Apply Online” link for the SI Prohibition Recruitment 2025. Register by providing basic details to generate login credentials.
- Application Form: Log in using the generated credentials and fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact information.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents as per the specified format and size.
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Submit Application: Review the entered details carefully and submit the application form. It is advisable to print or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Selection Process
The selection process for the BPSSC SI Prohibition Recruitment 2025 comprises the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination: Objective-type test assessing general knowledge and current affairs.
- Main Examination: In-depth assessment including subjects like General Hindi, General Studies, Reasoning, Mathematics, and Science.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Evaluation of physical fitness through activities such as running, high jump, long jump, and shot put.
- Document Verification: Verification of original documents to confirm eligibility and qualifications.
- Medical Examination: Health check-up to ensure medical fitness for the role.
Physical Standards and Efficiency Test Details
Candidates must meet the following physical standards and qualify in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Height:
- Male (General/OBC/EWS): 165 cm
- Male (SC/ST): 160 cm
- Female (All Categories): 155 cm
- Chest (Male Candidates Only):
- General/OBC/EWS: 81 cm (unexpanded), 86 cm (expanded)
- SC/ST: 79 cm (unexpanded), 84 cm (expanded)
- Weight (Female Candidates Only): Minimum 48 kg
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Requirements:
- Male Candidates:
- Running: 1.6 km in 6 minutes 30 seconds
- High Jump: 4 feet
