BPSSC Adhinayak Lipik Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 64 Posts
The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has released a prestigious notification (Advt No. 01/2026) for the recruitment of Adhinayak Lipik (Commander Clerk) in the Bihar Home Guard (Bihar Grih Raksha Vahini) service cadre. This recruitment drive is aimed at filling 64 vacancies under the Home Department (Special Branch) of the Bihar Government. Candidates who have passed their Intermediate (12th) exam and meet the physical standards can apply for this direct recruitment. The selection process will be highly competitive, involving a written exam and a physical efficiency test. This is an excellent opportunity for job seekers looking for a stable administrative career within the Bihar Police infrastructure.
Detailed Post Description: The role of an Adhinayak Lipik involves specialized clerical and administrative support within the Commander’s office of the Home Guard. It is a Level-4 pay scale post offering a combination of desk work and the discipline of a uniformed service. Unlike the general Sub-Inspector roles, this position focuses on maintaining records, documentation, and coordination within the special branch. Candidates must ensure they meet the educational cutoff as of August 1, 2025, to be considered eligible.
(I) Important Dates
- 📢 Notification Release Date 01-01-2026
- 🚀 Online Application Starts 02-01-2026
- ⏳ Last Date for Registration 02-02-2026
- 📜 Written Exam Date To be announced soon
(II) Application Fee
The commission has kept a uniform fee for this recruitment cycle. Payment must be made through online modes (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI).
- 👨💼 All Categories (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) ₹ 100/-
- 🚺 Female & Third Gender ₹ 100/-
Warning: Chargeback requests after successful payment will lead to application rejection and legal action.
(III) Age Limit & Eligibility (As on 01.08.2025)
- 👦 General (Male) 18 – 37 Years
- 👩 General (Female) / OBC / EBC 18 – 40 Years
- 🎗️ SC / ST (Male & Female) 18 – 42 Years
*Govt. Employees of Bihar (3 yrs regular service) get 5 years extra relaxation.
(IV) Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Category Code & Name | Total Posts | For Women (35%) |
|---|---|---|
| 01 – Unreserved (General) | 26 | 09 |
| 02 – Scheduled Caste (SC) | 10 | 04 |
| 03 – Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 01 | 00 |
| 04 – Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 11 | 04 |
| 05 – Backward Class (BC) | 08 | 03 |
| 06 – EWS (Economically Weaker) | 06 | 02 |
| 07 – BC Women (3% Fixed) | 02 | — |
| GRAND TOTAL | 64 | 22 |
*Includes 01 post for grandchildren of Freedom Fighters (2% Horizontal Reservation).
(V) Physical Standards (Qualifying)
| Criteria | General / BC Male | EBC / SC / ST Male | All Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm | 160 cm | 155 cm |
| Chest (Unexpanded) | 81 cm | 79 cm | Not Measured |
| Chest (Expanded) | 86 cm (Min 5cm gap) | 84 cm (Min 5cm gap) | Not Measured |
| Weight | — | — | Minimum 48 KG |
(VI) Important Links & Direct Apply Link
(VII) Exam Pattern & Syllabus (10th Level)
Duration: 2 Hours | Total Questions: 100 | Total Marks: 100 | Negative: No
📚 Language & Maths
- Hindi & English (Basic Grammar)
- Mathematics (Matric Level)
- Arithmetic & Number Systems
🌍 Social & Science
- History, Geography, Economics
- Civics (Indian Constitution)
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology
🔥 GK & Current Affairs
- Bihar Special General Knowledge
- National & International Events
- Qualifying Marks: 30%
Note: Written exam marks will not be added to the final merit list. It is purely qualifying for the physical test.
(VIII) Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – 100 Marks
The final merit list is prepared strictly based on the marks obtained in these three PET events.
1. Running (50 Marks)
Men (1.6 KM): < 5 min (50 pts) | 5 to 5:20 min (40 pts) | > 6 min (Fail)
Women (1 KM): < 4 min (50 pts) | 4 to 4:20 min (40 pts) | > 5 min (Fail)
2. Shot Put / Gola Phenk (25 Marks)
Men (16 lb): > 20 feet (25 pts) | 16-17 feet (09 pts) | < 16 feet (Fail)
Women (12 lb): > 16 feet (25 pts) | 12-13 feet (09 pts) | < 12 feet (Fail)
3. High Jump (25 Marks)
Men: 5 feet (25 pts) | 4 feet (13 pts) | < 4 feet (Fail)
Women: 4 feet (25 pts) | 3 feet (13 pts) | < 3 feet (Fail)
(IX) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for BPSSC Adhinayak Lipik?
Ans: The online application closes on 02 February 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Q2: Is there any negative marking in the written exam?
Ans: No, according to the notification, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the 100-mark written test.
Q3: Who prepares the final merit list?
Ans: The final merit list is prepared based on the total marks obtained in the three events of the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
Q4: Can I change my category or photo after final submission?
Ans: No changes are allowed once the application is submitted. However, you can cancel your registration and re-apply by paying the fee again.
Q5: Are other state candidates eligible for reservation?
Ans: No, only permanent residents of Bihar are eligible for reservation benefits. Others must apply as General category candidates.
Q6: What is the salary level for Adhinayak Lipik?
Ans: The post belongs to Pay Matrix Level-4, which has a basic pay range starting from ₹25,500.
Q7: What is the educational cutoff date?
Ans: You must have your Intermediate certificate/result on or before 01 August 2025.
Q8: How many candidates will be selected for the physical test?
Ans: Candidates five times (5x) the number of vacancies in each category will be called for the PET based on written exam scores.
Q9: Is the written exam conducted in two shifts?
Ans: Depending on the number of applicants, the commission usually conducts it in multiple shifts with normalized OMR processing.
Q10: Is a medical examination required before joining?
Ans: Yes, all finally selected candidates must undergo a medical test, character verification, and antecedent verification before final joining.