Introduction
The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has released a specialized recruitment notification (Advt. No. 01/2026 & 02/2026) for the post of Havildar Clerk (Adhinayak Lipik). This recruitment drive is for both direct candidates and existing Home Guards to join the Bihar Home Guard Corps Service Cadre.
With a total of 64 vacancies, this Level-4 post offers a stable government career in Bihar. The online application portal is now active. If you are a 12th-pass candidate looking for a desk-based administrative role within the police department, this is the perfect opportunity.
Bihar BPSSC Havildar Clerk 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) |
| Post Name | Havildar Clerk (Adhinayak Lipik) |
| Total Vacancies | 64 Posts (22 Reserved for Women) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (For All Categories) |
| Official Website | bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
1. Important Dates
- Notification Released: January 2, 2026
- Online Application Starts: January 5, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: February 5, 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: February 5, 2026
- Exam Date: To be notified soon
2. Eligibility Criteria
A. Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed the Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
- The qualification must be completed on or before August 1, 2025.
B. Age Limit (As of 01.08.2025)
- General (Male): 18 – 37 Years
- BC / EBC (Male & Female) & General (Female): 18 – 40 Years
- SC / ST (Male & Female): 18 – 42 Years
- Note: For the Home Guard quota (Advt 02/2026), the maximum age is up to 50 years.
3. Physical Standards (PST)
Candidates must meet the following height and chest requirements:
| Category | Height (Min) | Chest (Male Only) |
|---|---|---|
| UR / BC (Male) | 165 cm | 81-86 cm |
| EBC / SC / ST (Male) | 160 cm | 79-84 cm (SC/ST: 79-84) |
| All Category Female | 155 cm | N/A (Min Weight: 48kg) |
4. Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection involves three main stages:
- Written Examination (Qualifying):
- Format: 100 MCQs (OMR Based)
- Marks: 100 Marks | Time: 2 Hours
- Syllabus: General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science (Matric level).
- Negative Marking: No Negative Marking.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Running: Male (1.6 km in 6 min) | Female (1 km in 5 min)
- High Jump: Male (4ft) | Female (3ft)
- Gola Fek (Shot Put): Male (16lb to 16ft) | Female (12lb to 10ft)
- Document Verification & Merit List.
5. How to Apply Online
- Visit the BPSSC official website: bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the “Home Guard” tab on the sidebar.
- Select the link for “Apply Online for the post of Havildar Clerk (Advt. No. 01/2026 or 02/2026)”.
- Complete the Registration using your mobile number and email.
- Fill in the application form, upload your photo (white background), and signature.
- Pay the ₹100 fee via Net Banking or Credit/Debit Card.
- Submit and download your confirmation page.
Important Links
- Direct Apply Link: apply-bpssc.com
- Download Official Notification (Advt 01/2026): [Click Here]
- Download Official Notification (Advt 02/2026): [Click Here]