CSBC Bihar Announces Recruitment Drive for 83 Constable Positions in Special Branch
The Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC), Bihar, has officially released a comprehensive notification for recruitment to the prestigious post of Constable (General Duty Close Cadre) within the Bihar Police Special Branch. This recruitment drive marks a significant opportunity for aspiring candidates seeking stable government employment in the state's law enforcement sector.
Vacancy Details and Category-wise Distribution
A total of 83 vacancies have been formally notified under this recruitment initiative. These positions are distributed across various categories with horizontal reservation for women included within the total vacancies. The category-wise breakdown presents a clear picture of available opportunities:
- Unreserved (UR): 34 positions with 12 reserved for women
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 8 positions with 3 reserved for women
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 13 positions with 5 reserved for women
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 1 position with 0 reserved for women
- Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 15 positions with 5 reserved for women
- Backward Class (BC): 10 positions with 4 reserved for women
- Backward Class Women (BCW): 2 positions specifically reserved
The board has explicitly stated that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease based on administrative requirements before the written examination, providing flexibility in the recruitment process.
Application Timeline and Eligibility Criteria
The online application process will commence from February 6, 2026, and interested candidates can submit their forms until March 5, 2026. All applications must be submitted exclusively through the official CSBC website, ensuring a streamlined digital process.
Educational eligibility requires candidates to have passed the intermediate (12th standard) examination from a recognized board. Age calculation will be based on the date of birth mentioned in the matriculation or equivalent certificate, with specific age limits varying across categories:
- Unreserved candidates: 18 to 25 years for both male and female applicants
- Backward Class and Extremely Backward Class: Up to 27 years for male candidates and up to 28 years for female candidates
- Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe: Upper age limit extended to 30 years
- Bihar government employees: Eligible for additional age relaxation of five years when applying for higher-level posts as per state regulations
Selection Process and Examination Pattern
The recruitment process has been designed to be conducted without any physical efficiency test such as running or jumping, making it more accessible to a wider range of candidates. Selection will be based entirely on two key components: the written examination and physical measurement test.
The written examination will comprise two distinct papers, each of 90 minutes duration. Each paper will contain 100 questions carrying 100 marks, with one mark awarded for each correct answer and 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect response. This negative marking system emphasizes accuracy and careful answering.
Candidates scoring below 30 per cent in the written examination will not qualify for the subsequent physical measurement stage. The final merit list will be prepared solely on the basis of marks obtained in the main written examination, ensuring complete transparency in the selection process.
Physical Standards and Application Requirements
Physical measurement standards have been clearly defined for different categories of candidates:
- Height requirements: 165 centimetres for unreserved and Backward Class men, 160 centimetres for Extremely Backward Class, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe men, and 155 centimetres for women of all categories
- Chest measurements: Apply only to male candidates as specified in the detailed notification
- Weight requirements: Minimum weight of 48 kilograms fixed for female candidates
Candidates from other states may apply for these positions but will not be eligible for reservation benefits, which are exclusively for Bihar residents. The application fee has been standardized at Rs. 100 for all candidates, making it affordable for applicants from various economic backgrounds.
The detailed official notification containing complete information about eligibility, application process, examination pattern, and physical standards can be accessed and downloaded from the CSBC website. Prospective applicants are strongly advised to thoroughly review all requirements before submitting their applications to ensure compliance with all recruitment parameters.
