The CSBC Bihar Police Constable recruitment 2025 is one of the largest state-level recruitments this year, opening nearly 20,000 vacancies across Bihar for male and female constable posts. This drive aims to strengthen district-level policing by filling vacancies in local stations and battalions, and it offers a stable government career with structured pay scales, allowances and clear promotional avenues.
How to Download — Admit Card / PET Admit
To download the PET Admit Card:
- Open the PET admit card portal: https://apply-csbc.com/csbc_125_petadmitcards/searchApplication
- Enter your registration/application number and required credentials.
- View and download the admit card PDF; print at least one copy for PET.
Tips: use Ctrl+F in PDF to search for your name/roll number when merit lists/results are published. Keep your application number and DOB handy.
Useful Links
- PET Admit Card Portal: https://apply-csbc.com/csbc_125_petadmitcards/searchApplication
- PET Admit Card Notice PDF: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WZLEvWYN9G0NO2iNcLVAok5gNtect4ES/view
- Full Notification PDF: https://csbc.bihar.gov.in/Advt/Advt-01-2025-Constables.pdf
- Official CSBC Website: https://csbc.bihar.gov.in/
Important Dates
- Application Begin: 18 March 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 25 April 2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 25 April 2025
- Correction Date: To be announced
- Written Exam (CBT): 16 July – 06 August 2025 (multiple shifts, district-wise)
- Admit Card Available: 09 July 2025
- PET (Physical Efficiency Test): December 2025 (month scheduled)
- Result: To be announced
Application Fee
- General / OBC NCL / EWS: ₹675
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹180
- Female (All categories — Bihar residents): ₹180
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit card, Net Banking)
Age Limit & Selection Process
- Age Limit: 18–25 years (as on 01 August 2025) — relaxations as per govt. rules.
- Selection Stages:
- Written Exam (Computer Based Test, qualifying)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final appointment is subject to passing all stages and verification.
Recruitment Summary — Total Vacancies: 19,838
| Post | Vacancies | Minimum Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Police Constable (Male) — Bihar Police | 13,121 | Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent; Maulvi / Shastri / Acharya qualifications or state-recognised equivalents also accepted |
| Police Constable (Female) — Bihar Police | 6,717 | Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent; Maulvi / Shastri / Acharya qualifications or state-recognised equivalents also accepted |
Notes on eligibility: Maulvi certificate must be from BSMEB; Shastri (with English) or Acharya (without English) from Bihar Sanskrit Board also accepted; other equivalent qualifications recognised by the State Government are valid. Always cross-check the official PDF for category- or post-specific requirements.
Salary & Pay Scale
- Pay Level: Level 3 — ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (7th CPC)
- Gross Salary (approx.): ₹33,000 – ₹40,000 per month (with allowances)
- In-hand (approx.): ₹28,000 – ₹35,000 per month (after deductions)
- Allowances & Perks: DA, HRA (8–24% depending on city), TA, medical, uniform allowance, ration money, pension benefits, job security & state employee benefits.
- Career Progression: Promotion path to Head Constable → ASI → Inspector (subject to vacancies and departmental rules).
Exam Difficulty & Competition Analysis
- Difficulty Level: High — very competitive with large applicant pool.
- Expected Applications: 15–20 lakh candidates (estimate)
- Competition Ratio: ~1:800 to 1:1000 (very high)
- Previous Cut-off (general): ~60–70 / 100 (qualifying and merit thresholds vary)
- Suggested Preparation Time: 6–8 months (focus on GK, reasoning, numerical ability, and speed/accuracy)
- Success Rate: Very low (<0.12%) — strong preparation and physical fitness required.
Exam Centre Details
- Statewide: Test centres across Bihar — all districts.
- Major cities: Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Arrah, Sasaram, Munger.
- Regional centres: Begusarai, Bettiah, Chapra, Katihar, Madhubani, Purnia, Saharsa, Siwan, etc.
- Shift & Date allocation: Mentioned on admit card (admit release date: 09 July 2025).
Quick Checklist for Candidates
- Verify you meet age, education and domicile requirements before applying.
- Keep scanned copies of 10+2 mark sheet, domicile certificate, ID (Aadhaar/Voter/Passport), and recent passport photo ready.
- Note down application number and login credentials; save payment receipts.
- Start physical training early for PST/PET — stamina and endurance matter.
- Read the official notification fully for category-wise relaxations, document formats and disqualification clauses.
FAQs — CSBC Bihar Police Constable 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
Last date to apply online and pay fee: 25 April 2025 (till 11:59 PM).
Q2. What educational qualification is required?
Minimum: Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent. Maulvi / Shastri / Acharya and other state-recognized equivalent qualifications are acceptable as specified.
Q3. When is the written exam?
Computer Based Test scheduled from 16 July to 06 August 2025 in multiple shifts.
Q4. When will PET be held?
PET is planned for December 2025 (district-wise schedule to be published later).
Q5. How much is the application fee for general candidates?
General / OBC / EWS candidates: ₹675.
Q6. Where can I download the PET admit card?
Use the PET admit card portal: https://apply-csbc.com/csbc_125_petadmitcards/searchApplication
Q7. Are women eligible to apply?
Yes — there are 6,717 vacancies specifically for female constables; check the notification for post-wise gender rules and category relaxation details.
Q8. How competitive is this exam?
Very competitive — estimated 15–20 lakh applicants; competition ratio roughly 1:800–1:1000.