BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026: Apply for 65 Bihar Home Guard Posts

BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026 is now live, and it’s a solid opportunity for graduates looking for a government job in Bihar’s home guard setup. The Bihar Police Subordinate Service Commission (BPSSC) has released Advertisement No. 11/2026, inviting applications for 65 posts of Company Commander (General) in Bihar Home Guard, under the Home Department (Special), Government of Bihar. If you have a bachelor’s degree and meet the age and physical requirements, this could be your entry into a stable government career with a respectable pay scale.

Online applications open on 10 September 2026 and close on 10 October 2026. Below, you’ll find everything you need — eligibility, vacancy breakdown, physical standards, exam pattern, salary, and a step-by-step guide to apply online.

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BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

⚠️ Don’t wait until the last week to apply. Government portals tend to slow down closer to the deadline, so it’s best to complete your BPSSC Company Commander application a few days early.

Vacancy Details

BPSSC has notified a total of 65 posts for Company Commander (General) in Bihar Home Guard, with 35% reservation for women across categories. The category-wise breakup is as follows:

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

You need a bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognised university in India, or an equivalent qualification, to apply for BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026.

Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)

✅ Extra age relaxation applies as per Bihar Government rules for reserved categories — check the official notification for exact figures.

Physical Standards

Along with academic eligibility, candidates must meet these height, chest, and weight benchmarks:

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

The PET is qualifying in nature, but you must clear every event to stay in the selection process:

💡 Pro Tip: Since the running, jump, and throw standards differ by gender and category, start a focused fitness routine now — you’ll have limited time between the mains result and the PET call.

Application Fee

Payment can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates for BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026 will be placed as Havildar Instructor, drawing a pay scale of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month under Pay Level-6, along with applicable allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA) and House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per Bihar Government norms.

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Selection Process

Candidates will be selected through the following stages:

1. Preliminary Examination — 200 marks, 100 MCQs, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, 2-hour duration. You need at least 30% to qualify. Candidates equal to 20 times the total vacancies (category-wise) move to the Mains.
2. Main Examination — Two compulsory papers:
   • Paper 1 (General Hindi): 200 marks, 100 questions, 2 hours, 30% qualifying — these marks are not counted in the final merit.
   • Paper 2 (General Studies): 200 marks, 100 questions, 2 hours, covering General Science, Civics, Indian History, Geography, Mathematics, and Mental Ability. This paper alone decides your merit ranking.
   • Negative marking of 0.2 marks applies for every wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains.
   • Candidates equal to 6 times the total vacancies (category-wise), based on Paper 2 scores, move to the Physical Efficiency Test.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Qualifying only; you must clear the height, chest/weight, and PET standards listed above.
4. Final Merit List — Prepared purely on Paper 2 marks of the Mains exam, subject to category-wise minimum qualifying percentage: General 40%, BC 36.5%, EBC 34%, and SC/ST/Female 32%.

How to Apply for BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website bpssc.bihar.gov.in and click on the Home Guard tab.
2. Select the link for Advt. No. 11/2026 – Company Commander (General) Recruitment.
3. Complete Part-1 registration with your basic details (name, mobile number, email, date of birth, category) and pay the ₹100 application fee.
4. Log in using the Registration ID and password sent via SMS/email, then fill Part-2 of the form (parents’ names, address, educational qualification, etc.).
5. Upload a scanned passport-size photo and signature in the prescribed format.
6. Review every field carefully, then submit the application.
7. Download and keep a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your scanned photo and signature ready in JPEG/PNG format before you start — it makes the whole process faster and avoids last-minute upload errors.

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Documents Required

• Qualification certificates (10th/Matriculation, Graduation, etc.)
• Address proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Passport, Ration Card, or Birth Certificate)
• Scanned passport-size photo (JPEG/PNG)
• Scanned signature in Hindi and English on white paper with black ink (JPEG/PNG)

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Summing Up…

If you’re a graduate looking for a stable Bihar Government job with a respectable pay scale, BPSSC Company Commander Recruitment 2026 is worth your attention. With 65 posts, a clear three-stage selection process, and defined physical standards, you know exactly what to prepare for. Complete your application before 10 October 2026, keep your documents ready, and start your PET preparation early — the competition for these 65 seats will be tough. Stay ahead of application deadlines — follow Govtserviceinfo.com for daily Sarkari Naukri alerts.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the Bihar Police Subordinate Service Commission (BPSSC). GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from the official website. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.