Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC Bihar Police Constable) 2026: Official Notification, Pattern, Syllabus & Mock Tests
CSBC Bihar recruits over 21,000 constables in Bihar Police and BSAP. Final merit list is prepared strictly based on marks obtained in Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
Examination Overview
CSBC Bihar recruits over 21,000 constables in Bihar Police and BSAP. Final merit list is prepared strictly based on marks obtained in Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
| Exam Name | Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC Bihar Police Constable) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC Bihar) |
| Exam Level | State |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination |
| Language of Exam | English, Hindi & State Regional Languages |
| Official Website | https://csbc.bih.nic.in ↗ |
Important Dates & Events
Timeline confirmed from official notices issued by Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC Bihar).
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| CSBC Police Constable Advertisement | Released on csbc.bih.nic.in |
| Written Examination (OMR) | Conducted across all 38 districts of Bihar |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Held in Patna |
| Document Verification & Medical | Conducted post PET merit list |
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
{"stage1":"Written Examination (Qualifying for PET, min 30% marks required): 100 Qs, 100 Marks, 2 Hours (Class 10 Matric Level)","stage2":"Physical Efficiency Test (100 Marks): Running (50 Marks), Shot Put (25 Marks), High Jump (25 Marks)"}
| Examination Parameter | Scheme Details | Remarks / Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective MCQs) | 4 or 5 options per question |
| Evaluation Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR Sheet | Centralized Evaluation System |
| Negative Marking Scheme | Standard 1/3rd or 1/4th negative deduction | Penalized for incorrect responses |
| Language Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) + Regional State Languages | Language toggle available in CBT |
| Normalization | Equipercentile or Percentile method across shifts | Multi-shift normalization applied |
Selection Process & Stages
Candidate progression through sequential recruitment tiers:
Preliminary / Tier 1 Examination
Comprehensive objective screening test covering core aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge and language skills.
Mains / Tier 2 / Skill Test
Advanced written assessment or post-specific technical/descriptive examination determining the final merit order.
Document Verification & Medical
Scrutiny of original certificates, category credentials, age proofs and required medical fitness examination.
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Educational Qualification)
{"min_education":"10+2 (Intermediate) passed","min_age":18,"max_age":25}
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation Norms |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Criteria | {"min_education":"10+2 (Intermediate) passed","min_age":18,"max_age":25} | Recognized Board / University required |
| Age Requirement | As specified in official notification (General Category) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years | PwD: +10 Years |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India | Subject of Nepal/Bhutan as per Central/State rules |
| Language Proficiency | Regional / English & Hindi working knowledge | Applicable as per State / National jurisdiction |
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
{"subjects":"Hindi, English, Mathematics, Social Studies (History, Geography, Civics, Economics), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology), General Knowledge & Current Affairs"}
📖 General Studies & Current Affairs
- Current National & International Events
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian & World Geography
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Basic Economic Concepts & Budget Highlights
🔢 Quantitative & Numerical Aptitude
- Simplification, Number System, HCF & LCM
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar & Pie Charts)
🧩 Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies, Classification & Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test & Ranking Order
- Syllogisms, Statements & Assumptions
- Non-Verbal Reasoning & Figure Counting
📝 Language Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension Passages
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Error Spotting & Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test, Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitutions & Spelling Check
Preparation Strategy & Cut-Off Trends
Historical scoring benchmarks and safe score targets for Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC Bihar Police Constable) based on competitive trends:
| Category | Safe Target Percentage | Preparation Focus | Benchmark Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 75% - 82% | Speed + Negative Control in Reasoning & Quant | 90%+ Accuracy |
| OBC / EWS | 70% - 76% | High Scoring in Current Affairs & Language | 88%+ Accuracy |
| SC / ST | 62% - 70% | Syllabus Coverage & Previous Year Papers | 85%+ Accuracy |
| PwD / Ex-SM | 55% - 65% | Sectional Cut-Off clearance + Accuracy | 82%+ Accuracy |
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