CSBC Announces Crucial Exam Date for Bihar Police Driver Recruitment
The Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC) has officially declared the written examination date for the much-anticipated Driver Constable recruitment drive in Bihar. Under Advertisement No. 02/2025, the board will conduct the test to fill a substantial 4,361 vacancies within the Bihar Police and Bihar Special Armed Police forces.
Examination Schedule and Key Details
According to the official notification, the written examination is scheduled for December 10, 2025. It will be held in a single shift across various examination centers located in 15 districts throughout Bihar. The test timing is fixed from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM.
Authorities have emphasized that candidates must report to their designated examination centers by 09:30 AM. Entry to the venue will be strictly permitted only upon presentation of a valid e-admit card. The CSBC has clarified that no physical admit cards will be dispatched via postal service, making it mandatory for applicants to download their hall tickets from the official website.
Step-by-Step Guide to Download Your E-Admit Card
The process to obtain the crucial admission document is entirely online. Candidates can access their e-admit cards between December 3, 2025, and December 10, 2025. Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official CSBC portal at CSBC.bihar.gov.in.
- Locate and select the recruitment link for Driver Constable (Advertisement No. 02/2025).
- Click on the option for e-admit card download.
- Enter your required credentials, such as your registration number or registered mobile number, along with your date of birth.
- Download the admit card and take a printout for use on the examination day.
The admit card will contain vital information including the candidate's roll number, assigned examination center, personal name, and father's name.
Recruitment Overview and Selection Process
This large-scale recruitment aims to bolster the transport wing of the state's police apparatus. The selection of candidates will be a multi-stage process comprising three key components:
- A written test with 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks. This test is qualifying in nature.
- A Physical Efficiency Test (PET) with specific requirements for male and female candidates.
- A comprehensive Driving Skill Test that will be crucial for the final merit list.
Physical Standards and Efficiency Test Requirements
The recruitment mandates specific physical standards for different categories:
For Male Candidates:
- General/BC/EBC: Height 165 cm, Chest 81-86 cm
- SC/ST: Height 160 cm, Chest 79-84 cm
For Female Candidates (All Categories): Height 155 cm (Chest measurement not applicable).
The Physical Efficiency Test demands the following from male candidates: a 1.6 km run to be completed within 7 minutes, a high jump of 3 feet 6 inches, a long jump of 10 feet, and a 14-feet shot put using a 16 lbs ball. Female candidates must complete a 1 km run in 7 minutes, a 2 feet 6 inches high jump, a 7-feet long jump, and an 8-feet shot put with a 12 lbs ball.
Final Merit and Driving Skill Assessment
The ultimate selection and ranking will be determined by the Driving Skill Test, which carries 100 marks. This practical assessment will evaluate candidates on several key maneuvers and competencies, including forward and reverse driving, garage parking, navigating an '8' track, and proficient handling of the vehicle's gear, steering, clutch, brake, and accelerator.
Prospective candidates are advised to regularly check the official CSBC website for any further updates or modifications to the examination schedule.
