Bihar Police SI Prelims Exam 2026: Official dates announced for January exam, admit cards from December 30

Bihar Police SI Admit Card 2026

The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has announced the examination schedule for the Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment drive. The preliminary written examination is now confirmed to be held across two days in January 2026, marking a crucial step in filling 1,799 vacancies in the state police force.

Official Exam Dates & Shift Timings

As per the detailed notification published on the commission's official website, bpssc.bihar.gov.in, the preliminary exam will be conducted on:

• January 18, 2026 (Sunday)
• January 21, 2026 (Wednesday)

The examination will be held in two shifts each day to accommodate the large number of candidates. The timing for each shift is as follows:

First Shift: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Second Shift: 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Candidates will have a duration of two hours to complete their paper.

The BPSSC will release the e-admit cards for the preliminary examination online. Candidates must download their hall tickets from the official portal as physical copies will not be sent.

Mandatory Documents for Exam Day

On the day of the examination, candidates must carry the following documents to their allotted center:

• A printed copy of the e-admit card.
• A valid original photo ID proof (Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, PAN card, or Aadhaar card).

Important Note: If the photograph on the e-admit card is unclear or missing, candidates are advised to carry two passport-sized photographs identical to the one submitted with the application form.

In case candidates face issues downloading their admit card, the BPSSC has provided a contingency measure. A duplicate e-admit card can be obtained by personally visiting the commission's office at 5, Harding Road, Patna-800001, between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM on January 9, 2026. Visitors must bring a photocopy of their application form and a valid photo ID card. Please note that this service will be provided at the candidate's own expense.

Selection Process

• Preliminary Written Examination
• Main Written Examination
• Physical Eligibility/Efficiency Test
• Final Merit List

How to download Bihar Police SI Admit Card 2026?

Candidates can follow these simple steps to download their hall tickets once released:

Step 1. Visit the official BPSSC website: bpssc.bihar.gov.in.

Step 2. Navigate to the 'Home Dept.' section on the homepage.

Step 3. Click on the active link for 'Bihar Police SI Prelims Admit Card 2026'.

Step 4. Log in using your registered credentials (like Registration Number/Date of Birth).

Step 5. Your admit card will be displayed on the screen.

Step 6. Carefully verify all details, download the PDF, and take multiple printouts for future reference.

Prospective candidates are advised to regularly check the BPSSC's official website for any further updates, detailed exam guidelines, and syllabus information. Starting preparation with the confirmed schedule will provide a strategic advantage in this highly competitive examination for a prestigious role in the Bihar Police.