BPSSC Adhináyak Anudeshak (Home Guard) Recruitment 2026

Published: 2:42 pm | 1 May 2026

Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC), the official recruitment body for Bihar Police services headquartered at 5, Harding Road, Patna – 800001, has officially released its Adhináyak Anudeshak (Home Guard Instructor) Recruitment Notification 2026 (Advertisement No. 05/2026).

This is a prestigious opportunity for eligible Indian citizens — including male, female, and third gender candidates — to join the Bihar Home Guard Service Cadre under the Home Department (Special Branch), Government of Bihar. A total of 122 vacancies have been announced for the post of Adhináyak Anudeshak at Level-4. Online applications open on 01 May 2026 and close on 01 June 2026. Read this article thoroughly to understand eligibility, vacancies, physical standards, selection process, and how to apply.

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BPSSC Adhináyak Anudeshak (Home Guard) Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 122 Posts

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Important Dates

⇒ Application Start Date: 01 May 2026
⇒ Last Date to Apply: 01 June 2026
⇒ Cut-Off Date (Age, Qualification & Other Eligibility): 01 August 2025
⇒ Date of Written Exam: To be notified later
⇒ Note: No extension in the last date will be granted. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website bpssc.bihar.gov.in for all updates.

Application Fee

⇒ All Categories (Male / Female / Third Gender): ₹100/- (One Hundred Rupees)
⇒ Fee is Non-Refundable
⇒ Payment Mode: Online only — Net Banking, Credit Card / Debit Card, UPI
⇒ Note: Bank transaction/processing charges are to be borne by the candidate. Candidates who get their fee charged back after registration will have their application rejected and legal action may be initiated against them.

Age Limit (As on 01 August 2025)

⇒ Minimum Age (All Categories): 18 Years

Category	Maximum Age
Unreserved (General) — Male	37 Years
Unreserved (General) — Female	40 Years
BC / EBC — Male & Female / Third Gender	40 Years
SC / ST — Male & Female	42 Years
Bihar Govt. Employees (min. 3 yrs regular service)	+5 Years relaxation
Ex-Servicemen (Non-civil posts)	+3 Years + actual service period (max. age 57 years on cut-off date)

⇒ Note: Age is calculated on the basis of Matric / equivalent certificate. Third Gender (Kinnar/Kothi/Hijra/Transgender) candidates are treated at par with BC candidates for age relaxation.

Total Posts & Selection Process

⇒ Total Vacancies: 122 Posts
⇒ Post Name: Adhináyak Anudeshak (अधिनायक अनुदेशक)
⇒ Pay Scale: Level-4
⇒ Organisation: Bihar Home Guard Service Cadre, Home Department (Special Branch)
⇒ Appointing Authority: Commandant, Bihar Home Guard, Patna
⇒ Selection Process:

Written Competitive Examination (Qualifying)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Final Merit Basis

Total Vacancies — Category-wise Breakdown

A total of 122 vacancies have been announced for the post of Adhináyak Anudeshak. The table below provides a complete category-wise and women’s reservation overview:

Sl. No.	Category Code	Category	Total Posts	35% Reserved for Women (within category)
1	01	Unreserved (General)	48	17
2	02	Scheduled Castes (SC)	19	07
3	03	Scheduled Tribes (ST)	02	—
4	04	Extremely Backward Classes (EBC)	22	08
5	05	Backward Classes (BC)	15	05
6	06	Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)	12	04
7	07	BC Women (Backward Class — Women)	04	—
Sub-Total			122	41
8	—	Freedom Fighters’ Descendants (2% horizontal reservation)	02	—
Grand Total			122

Note: The 35% horizontal reservation for women is applicable only to permanent female residents of Bihar (as per Government of Bihar Resolution No. 12575, dated 09-07-2025). Candidates from other states claiming reserved category benefits will be treated as Unreserved candidates and the age limits applicable to Unreserved category will apply to them.

Eligibility Criteria — BPSSC Adhináyak Anudeshak Recruitment 2026

⇒ Nationality: Indian Citizens only. Male, Female, and Third Gender (Kinnar/Kothi/Hijra/Transgender) candidates are eligible to apply.

⇒ Educational Qualification:

Passed Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination as on 01 August 2025

⇒ Physical Standards:
No marks are awarded for Height and Chest measurements, but candidates failing the minimum standards will be declared unsuccessful.

Physical Standard	Category	Requirement
Height (Minimum)	Unreserved (General) & BC (Male)	165 cm
	EBC, SC & ST (Male)	160 cm
	All Categories — Female	155 cm
Chest — Without Expansion (Male only)	Unreserved / BC / EBC (Male)	Minimum 81 cm
Chest — Without Expansion (Male only)	SC / ST (Male)	Minimum 79 cm
Chest — With Expansion (Male only)	Unreserved / BC / EBC (Male)	Minimum 86 cm (min. 5 cm expansion required)
Chest — With Expansion (Male only)	SC / ST (Male)	Minimum 84 cm (min. 5 cm expansion required)
Chest (Female)	All Categories	Not measured
Weight (Female only)	All Categories	Minimum 48 kg

⇒ Third Gender Candidates: Physical standards and PET criteria are the same as those applicable for BC (Backward Class) male candidates.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

(A) Written Competitive Examination

⇒ Type: Objective (MCQ) based
⇒ Total Marks: 100
⇒ Duration: 2 Hours
⇒ Standard: Matric (Class 10) or equivalent level (Bihar School Examination Board)
⇒ Minimum Qualifying Marks: 30% — Candidates scoring below 30% will not be eligible for PET
⇒ Marking: +1 mark for each correct answer; No negative marking mentioned
⇒ Important: The Written Exam is only a qualifying stage — marks obtained will NOT be used in preparing the final merit list
⇒ OMR Sheet: Two copies — one carbon copy will be retained by BPSSC for one year after final result

Written Exam — Subject-wise Breakdown

Subject	Marks
Hindi	100 Marks Total (100 Questions, 2 Hours)
English
Mathematics
Social Science (History, Geography, Civics, Economics)
Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Botany)
General Knowledge & Current Affairs

⇒ Shortlisting for PET: Based on Written Exam marks, 5 times (5×) candidates of the advertised vacancies — category-wise — will be shortlisted for PET. BPSSC reserves the right to adjust this ratio if an adequate number of qualified candidates is not available.
⇒ Multi-shift Exam: If held in multiple shifts, marks will be normalised using the Equi-Percentile Method.

(B) Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 100 Marks (Final Merit Basis)

The PET follows the same process and standards as applicable for the post of Constable (Sipahi) in Bihar Police. The final merit list is prepared solely based on PET marks.

Event	Category	Standard	Marks
Running (50 Marks)	All Categories — Male (1 Mile / 1.6 km, Max time: 6 Minutes)	Less than 5 min	50
		5 min to 5 min 20 sec	40
		5 min 20 sec to 5 min 40 sec	30
		5 min 40 sec to 6 min	20
	All Categories — Female (1 km, Max time: 5 Minutes)	Less than 4 min	50
		4 min to 4 min 20 sec	40
		4 min 20 sec to 4 min 40 sec	30
		4 min 40 sec to 5 min	20
Shot Put (25 Marks)	All Categories — Male (16 lb ball, Min throw: 16 feet)	16 to 17 feet	09
		More than 17 up to 18 feet	13
		More than 18 up to 19 feet	17
		More than 19 up to 20 feet	21
		More than 20 feet	25
	All Categories — Female (12 lb ball, Min throw: 12 feet)	12 to 13 feet	09
		More than 13 up to 14 feet	13
		More than 14 up to 15 feet	17
		More than 15 up to 16 feet	21
		More than 16 feet	25
High Jump (25 Marks)	All Categories — Male (Min height: 4 feet)	4 feet	13
		4 feet 4 inches	17
		4 feet 8 inches	21
		5 feet	25
	All Categories — Female (Min height: 3 feet)	3 feet	13
		3 feet 4 inches	17
		3 feet 8 inches	21
		4 feet	25
Total PET Marks			100

⇒ Disqualification Rules:

Males who fail to complete the 1-mile run within 6 minutes will be disqualified
Females who fail to complete 1 km within 5 minutes will be disqualified
Males throwing the shot put less than 16 feet will be disqualified
Females throwing the shot put less than 12 feet will be disqualified
Males failing to clear at least 4 feet in High Jump will be disqualified
Females failing to clear at least 3 feet in High Jump will be disqualified

⇒ Maximum Attempts: Only 3 attempts each are allowed for Shot Put and High Jump.
⇒ Important: Candidates who complete the run within the time limit but fail to meet the minimum standard in Shot Put or High Jump will be disqualified from all remaining events. Each event must be qualified independently.
⇒ Pregnant Women: Married female candidates found pregnant during medical examination at PET stage will not be permitted to participate in the physical test and will be declared disqualified. Such candidates must also submit a declaration of non-pregnancy.

Merit List & Final Selection

⇒ Final Merit: Prepared solely on the basis of total marks obtained in all three PET events (Running + Shot Put + High Jump = 100 marks)
⇒ Tie-Breaking Rule (in order):

Candidate with older date of birth (elder in age) is placed higher
If date of birth is also the same — candidate with higher educational qualification is placed higher
If educational qualification is also the same — candidate with higher marks in Intermediate/equivalent exam is placed higher
If still tied — candidate whose name appears earlier in English alphabetical order (as per Class 10 certificate) is placed higher

⇒ Recommendation: The final select list will be forwarded by BPSSC to the Commandant, Bihar Home Guard and Fire Service, Bihar, Patna for appointment.
⇒ Pre-Appointment Verification: Medical examination, character verification, and antecedent verification of all selected candidates will be carried out by the appointing authority before formal appointment.

Reservation Policy Details

Type of Reservation	Details
SC/ST/OBC Reservation	As per Bihar Reservation Act, 1991 (Bihar Act No. 3 of 1992), as amended from time to time
Women Horizontal Reservation	35% within each category, applicable only to permanent female residents of Bihar (Resolution No. 12575 dated 09-07-2025)
BC Women (Category 07)	3% reservation maintained within BC category for women as per Act provisions
Freedom Fighters’ Descendants	2% horizontal reservation for grandsons/granddaughters of Bihar State freedom fighters receiving Central Government pension
EWS Reservation	As per Bihar EWS Reservation Act, 2019; Income & Asset Certificate for FY 2025-2026 is required
Third Gender (Kinnar/Hijra/Transgender)	Included in BC category (Serial No. 47 of OBC list); entitled to BC category reservation benefits; physical standards same as BC male
Out-of-State Reserved Category Candidates	Will be treated as Unreserved (General) candidates; Unreserved age limit and eligibility norms apply

Important: For EWS married/divorced/separated women, the Income & Asset Certificate must be issued from the husband’s permanent residence address. However, domicile/permanent residence certificate must be issued in the father’s name to establish Bihar residency.

How to Apply — Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Read the Notification Carefully
Before applying, read the complete official advertisement thoroughly. Ensure you fulfil all eligibility criteria — age, qualification, physical standards, and category norms — as on 01 August 2025.

Step 2: Keep Mobile & Email Ready
Have a valid and active mobile number and personal email ID ready. Registration is not possible without these. All important communications, Registration ID, and Password will be sent to your registered mobile number and email.

Step 3: Visit the Official Website
Go to https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in and click on the “Home Guard” tab. Click on the link for Advertisement No. 05/2026 to access the application form.

Step 4: Part 1 — New Registration
Click on the application link and complete Part 1 registration by entering your Name, Nationality, Mobile Number, Email ID, Bihar Domicile status, Reservation Category, Gender, and Date of Birth. After payment is completed, a Registration Number and Password will be sent via SMS/Email.
Note: You may edit your details before payment. After payment, editing is not possible. If incorrect details were submitted, you can cancel and re-register — but the earlier fee will NOT be refunded.

Step 5: Make Fee Payment
Pay the application fee of ₹100/- online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI. Only one application per mobile number is permitted. If fee is charged back after payment, the application will be rejected and legal action may follow.

Step 6: Part 2 — Fill Complete Application
After successful registration and payment, login with your Registration Number and Password. Fill in Father’s/Husband’s name, Mother’s name, address, and educational qualification details. Agree to the declaration provided.

Step 7: Upload Photo & Signature
Upload the following (both as separate files):

Recent colour photograph (taken within 2 months, white background): 15–25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format
Signature (in black or blue ink, in both English and Hindi, separately): 15–25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format, white background

Failure to upload correct photo and signature will result in rejection of the application.

Step 8: Verify & Submit
Use the “Edit Details” button to review and correct all information before final submission. Once you click Confirm and Submit, no further changes are allowed.

Step 9: Save Acknowledgement
After submission, you will receive a confirmation SMS/Email. Print the Acknowledgement on A4 size paper and keep it safely. The Registration Number is essential for all future correspondence. You do NOT need to send the printout to BPSSC by post.

Step 10: Stay Updated
Keep your registered mobile and email active throughout the entire recruitment process. Admit Cards for the Written Exam will be issued online through the official website. Check the website regularly for updates.

Important Links

Apply Online	Click Here to Apply
Download Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Official Website — BPSSC	bpssc.bihar.gov.in
Advertisement No.	05/2026
BPSSC Office Address	5, Harding Road, Patna – 800001, Bihar

BPSSC Adhináyak Anudeshak Recruitment 2026 — FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for BPSSC Adhináyak Anudeshak Recruitment 2026?
⇒ The last date for online application submission is 01 June 2026. No extension will be granted under any circumstances.

Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
⇒ There are 122 vacancies for the post of Adhináyak Anudeshak under Bihar Home Guard Service Cadre, distributed across various reservation categories.

Q3. What is the minimum educational qualification required?
⇒ Candidates must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination as on 01 August 2025.

Q4. What is the application fee for this recruitment?
⇒ The application fee is ₹100/- (One Hundred Rupees) for all categories — male, female, and third gender. The fee is non-refundable.

Q5. Is the Written Examination counted in the final merit list?
⇒ No. The Written Examination is only a qualifying stage. Marks obtained in the Written Exam are not counted for the final merit list. The final merit is based solely on marks obtained in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Q6. What is the minimum height requirement for male candidates?
⇒ For Unreserved and BC male candidates: minimum 165 cm. For EBC, SC, and ST male candidates: minimum 160 cm. For all female candidates: minimum 155 cm.

Q7. What is the minimum qualifying marks in the Written Examination?
⇒ Candidates must score at least 30% marks in the Written Examination to be eligible for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Q8. Can candidates from other states apply for reserved category benefits?
⇒ No. Candidates from states other than Bihar who belong to a reserved category will be treated as Unreserved (General) candidates. All age limits and eligibility norms of the Unreserved category will apply to them.

Q9. How many attempts are allowed for Shot Put and High Jump in PET?
⇒ A maximum of 3 attempts each are allowed for Shot Put and High Jump events.

Q10. Can a pregnant woman candidate participate in the Physical Efficiency Test?
⇒ No. Married female candidates found pregnant during the medical examination at the PET stage will not be permitted to participate in the physical test and will be declared disqualified. Such candidates must also submit a declaration of non-pregnancy.

BPSSC Adhináyak Anudeshak Recruitment 2026 — Conclusion

The BPSSC Adhináyak Anudeshak (Home Guard) Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for Intermediate-qualified candidates from Bihar to secure a government job in the prestigious Bihar Home Guard Service at Level-4 pay scale. With 122 vacancies across all reservation categories, including women’s horizontal reservation, this recruitment is open to a wide range of eligible candidates — male, female, and third gender.

Eligible candidates must not miss this chance and must apply online at https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in (Home Guard tab) before the closing date of 01 June 2026. Start preparing for the Written Exam (30% qualifying marks required) and the Physical Efficiency Test (final merit basis) well in advance.

Disclaimer: This article is prepared for informational purposes only, based on the official recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 05/2026) dated 28 April 2026 issued by Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC), Patna. Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the official BPSSC website for the most accurate and latest information. All vacancy numbers, dates, and eligibility conditions are as mentioned in the official notification and may be subject to change by the competent authority.