Are you preparing for the Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Exam 2026? The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) is expected to release the official notification for Bihar SI Recruitment 2026 soon, likely in mid-2026, with thousands of vacancies anticipated. Understanding the Bihar SI Syllabus 2026 and exam pattern is crucial for cracking this highly competitive exam.
This comprehensive guide covers the latest Bihar Police SI Syllabus 2026, including Prelims and Mains topics, exam pattern, marking scheme, and expert preparation strategies. Stay ahead by bookmarking this page and checking the official BPSSC website (bpssc.bih.nic.in) for updates.
Bihar Police SI Recruitment 2026: Overview
The BPSSC conducts the Bihar Police SI exam to recruit Sub-Inspectors in the Bihar Police Department. Based on previous cycles (like the 2025 recruitment with 1799 vacancies), the 2026 cycle is expected to follow a similar structure:
- Expected Vacancies: 1800–2000+ (to be confirmed in official notification)
- Eligibility: Graduation from a recognized university, age 20–37 years (relaxations apply)
- Selection Process:
- Preliminary Exam (Qualifying)
- Mains Exam
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Document Verification & Medical Exam
The syllabus remains consistent year-to-year unless updated in the official notification. Always refer to bpssc.bih.nic.in for the latest Bihar SI Syllabus 2026 PDF.
Bihar SI Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Exam Pattern
- Type: Objective (MCQs)
- Subjects: General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Questions: 100
- Marks: 200 (2 marks per question)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.2 marks for each wrong answer
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 30% to advance to Mains
- Note: Prelims marks are not added to the final merit.
Mains Exam Pattern
The Mains consists of two papers:
Paper 1: General Hindi
- Questions: 100
- Marks: 200
- Duration: 2 hours
- Qualifying Nature: Minimum 30% required (marks not counted in merit)
Paper 2: General Studies
- Subjects: General Science, Civics, Indian History, Geography, Mathematics & Mental Ability
- Questions: 100
- Marks: 200
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.2 marks per wrong answer
- Note: This paper determines the final merit.
Candidates (typically 6 times the vacancies) qualifying Prelims appear for Mains.
Detailed Bihar SI Syllabus 2026
Prelims Syllabus: General Knowledge & Current Affairs
Focus on national/international events, Bihar-specific GK, and contemporary issues.
- Current Affairs: National & International events, Awards, Sports, Books & Authors, Important Days, Schemes
- General Knowledge:
- Indian History & Culture
- Indian Polity & Constitution
- Economy & Banking
- Geography (India & World, with emphasis on Bihar)
- Science & Technology
- Environment & Ecology
- Bihar-specific: History, Geography, Culture, Economy, Famous Personalities
Mains Syllabus
Paper 1: General Hindi
- Grammar (व्याकरण): संधि, समास, कारक, लिंग, वचन
- Essay Writing
- Comprehension
- Precis Writing
- Synonyms/Antonyms
- Sentence Correction
- Idioms & Phrases
Paper 2: General Studies
- General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Class 10 level)
- Civics: Indian Constitution, Panchayati Raj, Fundamental Rights/Duties
- Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern India (Freedom Struggle emphasis)
- Geography of India: Physical, Economic, Social Geography (Rivers, Mountains, Climate, Bihar-specific)
- Mathematics & Mental Ability:
- Number System, Simplification, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion
- Time & Work, Distance, Profit & Loss
- Logical Reasoning: Analogy, Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
- Data Interpretation
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for Bihar SI 2026
After Mains, qualify PET/PST:
- Running: 1.6 km in 6 minutes (Male), 1 km in 6 minutes (Female)
- High Jump: 4 feet (Male), 3 feet (Female)
- Long Jump: 12 feet (Male), 9 feet (Female)
- Shot Put: 16 pounds – 16 feet (Male), 12 pounds – 12 feet (Female)
Preparation Tips for Bihar SI Syllabus 2026
- Start Early: Cover Current Affairs daily (read newspapers like Pratiyogita Darpan).
- Recommended Books:
- Lucent’s General Knowledge
- Arihant Bihar GK
- RS Aggarwal for Maths & Reasoning
- Objective General Hindi by Lucent
- Practice Previous Papers: Solve Bihar SI previous year questions for better understanding.
- Mock Tests: Attempt regular mocks to improve speed and accuracy.
- Focus on Bihar GK: It carries significant weightage.
- Stay Updated: Monitor bpssc.bih.nic.in for Bihar SI 2026 Notification and syllabus changes.
Cracking the Bihar Police SI Exam 2026 requires disciplined preparation. With the right strategy and consistent effort, you can secure your dream job as a Sub-Inspector.
For the official Bihar SI Syllabus 2026 PDF, visit bpssc.bih.nic.in once the notification is released. Good luck with your preparation! If you have doubts, comment below.
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