Havildar Instructor
The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) will hold the Havildar Instructor written exam on 29 July 2026 under Advertisement No. 05/2026 for 122 posts at Pay Level-4. The e-admit card goes live on 14 July 2026 on the official candidate login. Once it is released, download it from the official link in the Important Links table above using your registration number and password.
| Application Begin | 01 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 01 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 01 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 14 July 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 29 July 2026 |
| All Categories | ₹100 |
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- 8 Jul 2026 Admit card notice published
BPSSC Havildar Instructor 2026 — Overview
The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) is holding direct recruitment for the post of Havildar Instructor in the Bihar Home Guard under Advertisement No. 05/2026. A total of 122 posts are to be filled. The online application ran from 01 May 2026 to 01 June 2026 and is now closed.
The written exam is fixed for 29 July 2026. The commission will publish the e-admit card on its candidate portal on 14 July 2026. Candidates who applied should keep their registration number and password ready to download it from the official login given in the Important Links table above.
Vacancy Details
The 122 posts are divided among categories as shown below.
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 48 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 12 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 22 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 15 |
| Backward Class — Female (BC-F) | 4 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2 |
| Total | 122 |
Eligibility Criteria
Education: The candidate must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate / Class 12) or an equivalent examination from any recognized board in India, completed as on 01 August 2025. The notification sets this pass qualification only and does not fix any minimum percentage of marks for eligibility.
Age (as on 01 August 2025): The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age is 37 years for male candidates and 40 years for female candidates. Age relaxation is given to reserved categories as per Bihar Government rules.
Physical Standards
Along with the written exam, candidates must meet the physical standards below. Please read the official notification for the full physical test details.
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm (160 cm for SC/ST) | 155 cm |
| Chest | 81–86 cm (79–84 cm for SC/ST) | Not applicable |
| Running | 1.6 km in 6 minutes | 1 km in 5 minutes |
| High Jump | 4 feet | 3 feet |
| Shot Put | 16 lb (16 feet) | 12 lb (12 feet) |
Selection Process
Selection is done through a written examination followed by the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The written exam is on 29 July 2026 and is set at the Bihar Board Class 10 (Matric) level. As per the notification, a candidate must score at least 30% marks in the written exam to be treated as qualified. For the full marking scheme and physical test steps, please read the official notification linked in the Important Links table above.
Pay Scale
As stated on page 1 of the official notification, the post of Havildar Instructor is placed at Pay Level-4 under the government pay matrix. The exact basic pay, allowances and other benefits follow the Bihar Government rules given in the notification.
How to Download the BPSSC Havildar Admit Card
Follow these simple steps once the admit card is released on 14 July 2026:
- Open the official candidate login from the Important Links table above.
- Enter your registration number / user ID and password (or date of birth) as asked.
- Submit the details and open your e-admit card on the screen.
- Check your name, photo, roll number, exam date, time and centre address carefully.
- Download the admit card and take a clear printout to carry to the exam centre.
What to Carry on Exam Day
Carry a printed copy of your admit card and one valid original photo ID such as Aadhaar card, voter ID, PAN card or driving licence. Reach the centre early and follow all instructions printed on the admit card.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is the BPSSC Havildar Instructor exam?
The written exam is scheduled for 29 July 2026. Always confirm the exact date, time and centre on your admit card.
How many Havildar Instructor posts are there?
There are 122 posts in total under Advertisement No. 05/2026.
When will the BPSSC Havildar admit card be released?
The e-admit card goes live on 14 July 2026. When it is released, log in on the official candidate portal linked in the Important Links table above and download it.
What is the age limit for this post?
The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age is 37 years for male candidates and 40 years for female candidates, calculated as on 01 August 2025. Upper-age relaxation applies as per Bihar Government rules.
What qualification is needed?
You must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate / Class 12) or an equivalent examination from any recognized board in India, as on 01 August 2025.
What is the pay for the Havildar Instructor post?
The official notification places the post at Pay Level-4. The exact basic pay and allowances follow the Bihar Government pay rules given in the notification.
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹100 for all categories, paid online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. The application window is now closed.
What should I carry to the exam centre?
Carry a clear printout of your admit card along with a valid original photo ID such as Aadhaar card, voter ID, PAN card or driving licence.
Is the online application still open?
No. The last date to apply and pay the fee was 01 June 2026, so the application window is now closed. Only candidates who already applied can download the admit card.