BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026 – 65 Posts

Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has officially published Advt. No. 03/2026 for direct recruitment of 65 Company Commanders in the Bihar Home Defense Corps under the Home (Special) Department, Government of Bihar. Graduate aspirants possessing a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University can register through the BPSSC portal bpssc.bih.nic.in on or before 14-03-2026. The competitive pipeline features a Preliminary Written Exam, Main Written Exam, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Document Verification.

BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment: Fast Overview Table

The operational framework, physical standards, and examination criteria established by the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission are summarized below:

Company Commander Operational Cadres & Battalion Deployment

Company Commanders serve as uniformed tactical field officers commanding rural and urban Home Guard companies across Bihar's 38 districts. Officers coordinate law and order bandobast with local police stations, direct emergency mobilization during flood relief operations across North Bihar (Kosi and Gandak river plains), oversee anti-riot drills, and maintain company arms arsenals.

Communal reservation quotas established by the Government of Bihar are observed: Extremely Backward Classes (EBC - 18%), Backward Classes (BC - 12%), Scheduled Castes (SC - 16%), Scheduled Tribes (ST - 1%), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS - 10%), and Backward Class Women (WBC - 3%). Additionally, 35% horizontal reservation is granted to women candidates under Bihar’s progressive women reservation policy, along with 2% reservation for grandchildren of freedom fighters.

Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualifications, Age Limits & Standards

Academic Benchmark & Degree Recognition

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, or an equivalent examination from a university recognized by the State Government or UGC as on the crucial cutoff date. Candidates appearing in final degree examinations or whose degree results have not been declared on or before the cutoff date are not eligible.

Age Limits and Bihar Domicile Concessions

The age bracket for unreserved male candidates is 20 to 37 years; for BC and EBC male/female candidates, 20 to 40 years; for unreserved female candidates, 20 to 40 years; and for SC/ST male/female candidates, 20 to 42 years as of January 1, 2026. Bihar state government employees who have completed at least 3 years of continuous service receive a 5-year upper age concession.

Physical Standards & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Norms

Candidates must satisfy rigorous physical measurements and endurance standards:

• Height Parameters: Minimum 165 cms for General and BC males; 160 cms for EBC, SC, and ST males. Minimum 155 cms with minimum 48 kgs body weight for all female candidates.
• Chest Measurements (Male Candidates Only): Minimum 81 cms unexpanded with 5 cms mandatory expansion (86 cms expanded). Minimum 79 cms unexpanded and 84 cms expanded for SC/ST males.
• Physical Endurance Test (PET - Qualifying):
  • Running Event: Male candidates must run 1.6 kms (1 mile) within 6 minutes 30 seconds. Female candidates must run 1 km within 6 minutes.
  • High Jump: Minimum 4 feet for males; minimum 3 feet for females.
  • Long Jump: Minimum 12 feet for males; minimum 9 feet for females.
  • Shot Put (Gola Phek): Male candidates must throw a 16-pound iron ball a minimum distance of 16 feet. Female candidates must throw a 12-pound ball a minimum distance of 10 feet.

Electronic Physical Trials & Bihar Police Academy Training

All running events during the Physical Efficiency Test at Sanjay Gandhi Stadium, Patna are recorded using RFID timing chips attached to candidate bib numbers, coupled with digital CCTV recording to eliminate manual measurement errors. Upon selection, appointed Company Commanders undergo a rigorous 12-month basic training foundation course at Bihar Police Academy, Rajgir, encompassing parade ground drill, tactical arms handling, mob dispersal techniques, and criminal law jurisprudence (IPC, CrPC/BNSS).

7th CPC Pay Scale Matrix & Police Allowances

Company Commanders are inducted into Pay Level-6 of the Bihar Revised Pay Rules (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) with starting basic salary of ₹35,400/- per month. Officers receive Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance (16% in Patna, 8% in district headquarters, 4% in rural areas), Uniform Allowance, Medical Allowance, Mobile Allowance, Ration Allowance, and defined contributory pension coverage under the Bihar New Pension Scheme.

Selection Methodology: Multi-Tier Examination Blueprint

The recruitment process consists of three progressive elimination tiers:

1. Preliminary Written Exam (200 Marks, 2 Hours): Objective test containing 100 questions covering General Knowledge and Current Events. Candidates must score a minimum of 30% marks to qualify. Candidates numbering 20 times the vacancies are selected for the Main examination.
2. Main Written Exam (Two Papers, 400 Total Marks):
   • Paper-I (General Hindi - 200 Marks, 2 Hours): 100 questions testing Hindi grammar, vocabulary, comprehension (qualifying in nature; minimum 30% required).
   • Paper-II (General Studies - 200 Marks, 2 Hours): 100 questions covering General Science, Civics, Indian History, Indian Geography, Mathematics, and Mental Ability. Negative marking: 0.2 marks per incorrect answer. Candidates numbering 6 times the vacancies qualify for PET.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying physical endurance trials. Final merit list is formulated solely from marks obtained in Paper-II of the Main Examination.

How to Apply for BPSSC Recruitment 2026 Step-by-Step

Candidates must submit their applications on the BPSSC portal:

1. Access the BPSSC portal: https://bpssc.bih.nic.in/.
2. Click on "Apply Online for the post of Company Commander (Advt No. 03/2026)".
3. Complete registration by submitting your name, active mobile number, and email ID.
4. Pay the application fee (₹700 for General/EWS/EBC/BC; ₹400 for SC/ST/Women) using Net Banking or UPI.
5. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, permanent Bihar domicile particulars, and caste category.
6. Upload a clear passport color photo (white background, 15 to 25 KB) and signature in both Hindi and English.
7. Submit your completed online form and download the PDF acknowledgment receipt with your registration number.

Important Dates & Application Schedule

Official Notification Downloads & Portal Links

Frequently Asked Questions (BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment)

What is the negative marking deduction in the BPSSC written exam?

In both the Preliminary and Main examinations, a penalty of 0.2 marks is deducted for each incorrect answer marked on the OMR answer sheet.

Does performance in the Physical Efficiency Test affect final merit ranking?

No. PET is purely qualifying in nature. The final merit ranking is compiled exclusively based on the marks secured in Paper-II (General Studies) of the Main Written Examination.

Are female candidates eligible for the Company Commander post?

Yes. Under the Bihar State reservation policy, 35% of the total vacancies are horizontally reserved for female candidates across all community categories.

What minimum qualifying percentage is required in the General Hindi paper?

Candidates must score a minimum of 30% marks (60 marks out of 200) in Paper-I (General Hindi) to qualify for evaluation of Paper-II (General Studies).

Anti-Fraud Advisory & Fair Selection Notice

Commission Notice: Selection by the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission is conducted with strict OMR scanning and biometric fingerprint verification. BPSSC does not authorize any middlemen or coaching brokers. Beware of fraudsters claiming to influence written or physical results. Report bribery demands to the Bihar Vigilance Investigation Bureau (VIB) or directly to BPSSC at bpssc.bih.nic.in.