Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has officially released the Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Recruitment 2026 notification (Advertisement No. 08/2026) for 65 vacancies of Gulm Samadeshak (Company Commander) under the Bihar Home Guard Service Cadre, Home Department (Special Branch), Bihar, Patna. Male, female, and third-gender candidates who hold a graduation degree from a recognised university as of 01 August 2025 are eligible to apply. The online application window opens on 30 June 2026 and closes on 30 July 2026. The application fee is ₹100 for all categories. Apply at the official website bpssc.bihar.gov.in.
BPSSC Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Recruitment 2026 PDF Download Link
The official Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Recruitment 2026 notification PDF (Advertisement No. 08/2026) has been released by BPSSC on 25 June 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the full official notification PDF before filling in the online application form. The PDF contains complete details on reservation rules, physical standards, exam pattern, and application instructions.
Quick Summary – Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Bharti 2026
Here is a snapshot of all key details for the BPSSC Bihar Home Guard Gulm Samadeshak Recruitment 2026 at a glance.
Important Dates – BPSSC Home Guard Company Commander Recruitment 2026
Candidates must note these critical dates for the Bihar Home Guard Bharti 2026 to avoid missing the application deadline. All eligibility criteria including age and educational qualification are calculated as of 01 August 2025.
Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Vacancy 2026 – Category-Wise Breakdown
The BPSSC has advertised a total of 65 vacancies for the post of Gulm Samadeshak (Company Commander) under the Bihar Home Guard Service Cadre. Of these 65 posts, 35% are horizontally reserved for women (applicable only to female domiciles of Bihar state). Additionally, 2% posts are reserved for grandchildren/great-grandchildren of Bihar State freedom fighters (those receiving pension from the Central Government).
Note: The 2% reservation for freedom fighters’ descendants is carved out within the above category-wise distribution. Candidates from states other than Bihar will be treated as Unreserved (General) candidates regardless of their home-state category.
Eligibility Criteria – Bihar Home Guard Gulm Samadeshak Bharti 2026
Candidates must meet both educational and physical eligibility criteria to apply for the Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Vacancy 2026. All criteria are calculated with reference to the cut-off date of 01 August 2025.
Nationality
The candidate must be an Indian national. Male, female, and third-gender (Kinnar/Kothi/Hijra/Transgender) candidates are all eligible to apply.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) from a recognized university or an examination equivalent thereto as recognised by the State Government, on or before 01 August 2025.
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025)
Age is determined on the basis of the date of birth recorded in the Matriculation (10th) or equivalent certificate. Candidates wondering about age relaxation can note that SC/ST and Third-Gender candidates receive the maximum relaxation of up to 42 years.
Physical Standards
No marks are awarded for height, chest, or weight, but candidates who fail to meet the prescribed minimums will be declared ineligible at the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) stage.
Height
Chest (Male Candidates Only)
A minimum expansion of 5 cm is mandatory for all male candidates. Chest measurement is not applicable for female candidates.
Weight (Female Candidates Only)
All female candidates must have a minimum weight of 48 kg.
Third-Gender / Transgender Candidates
Physical standards and PET criteria for Kinnar/Kothi/Hijra/Transgender candidates shall be the same as applicable to Backward Class (BC) candidates. Gender shall be determined as per the certificate issued by the District Magistrate under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Rules, 2020.
BPSSC Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Apply Online 2026
The online application portal for the Bihar Home Guard Gulm Samadeshak Bharti 2026 will be active from 30 June 2026 to 30 July 2026. No extension of the last date will be granted under any circumstances. Applications sent by post or other means will not be considered. Candidates must apply exclusively through the official BPSSC website.
Application Fee – BPSSC Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Apply Online 2026
The application fee for the Bihar Home Guard Company Commander recruitment is uniform across all categories. Payment must be made online only — via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI. No other payment mode is accepted.
Bank transaction charges for Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking will be borne by the candidate. The application fee is non-refundable once successfully paid. If an amount is deducted but registration fails due to a power/internet failure, the amount will be refunded by the Payment Gateway within 7 working days.
Selection Process – Bihar Home Guard Gulm Samadeshak Recruitment 2026
The selection for the Bihar Home Guard Company Commander post is conducted through three stages: a Preliminary Written Exam, a Main Written Exam, and a Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Only candidates who clear each stage proceed to the next. The overall recruitment process is expected to take approximately 6 months from the close of applications.
Stage 1: Preliminary Written Examination
The Preliminary Exam consists of 1 paper of 200 marks with 100 objective (multiple-choice) questions to be completed in 2 hours. Questions cover General Knowledge and Current Affairs. Candidates scoring below 30% marks in the Preliminary Exam will be declared ineligible for the Main Exam. Candidates equal to 20 times the number of vacancies (category-wise, merit order) will be shortlisted for the Main Exam. If the number of shortlisted candidates is insufficient, this ratio may be reduced appropriately. If applications received are large enough, the exam may be held in multiple shifts/sessions; in such cases, marks will be normalised using the Equi-Percentile Method.
Stage 2: Main Written Examination
The Main Exam comprises two papers, both objective (MCQ) type:
Important: General Hindi (Paper I) marks are qualifying in nature and will not be added to the merit list. Only Paper II marks determine the merit. A negative marking of 0.2 marks applies for every wrong answer in both papers. Answer booklets will be in duplicate; one copy will be retained by BPSSC. Candidates equal to 6 times the number of vacancies (category-wise, merit order) will be called for the PET.
Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates shortlisted after the Main Exam must qualify the following physical events. PET is qualifying only — no marks are added to the merit list. Candidates must individually pass every event. A maximum of 3 attempts is allowed for High Jump, Long Jump, and Shot Put. If a candidate completes the Run within the time limit but fails any other event, they are not given another opportunity in the remaining events.
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Character Verification
Before final appointment, all selected candidates will undergo a medical examination, character verification, and antecedent verification as per prescribed rules by the appointing authority. Candidates with adverse reports or those found to have concealed facts will be declared ineligible.
Merit List & Final Recommendation
The final merit list will be prepared category-wise based on Main Exam (Paper II) marks only. In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate (senior in age) will be ranked higher. If age is also equal, the candidate with higher educational qualification will rank above. If educational qualification is also equal, ranking will be based on alphabetical order of names in English as per their Class 10 certificate. Minimum qualifying marks for the final merit list are: General – 40%, BC – 36.5%, EBC – 34%, SC/ST/Women – 32%. BPSSC will forward the names of finally selected candidates to the Deputy Inspector General–cum–Deputy Commandant General, Bihar Home Guard, Patna for appointment.
Appointing Authority
The appointing authority for the post of Gulm Samadeshak (Company Commander) is the Deputy Inspector General–cum–Deputy Commandant General, Bihar Home Guard, Patna, as per the mandate received from the General Administration Department, Bihar Government.
How to Apply Online – Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Vacancy 2026
Applications for the BPSSC Bihar Home Guard Company Commander Recruitment 2026 must be submitted online only. The complete procedure is available on the official website under the “Home Guard” tab. Follow these steps carefully to complete your application without errors.
- Visit the official website: https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in and click on the “Home Guard” tab.
- Click on the link for Advt. No. 08/2026 to open the application portal.
- Part 1 – Registration: Enter your name, nationality, mobile number, email ID, Bihar domicile status, reservation category, gender, and date of birth. Complete the online payment of ₹100 to receive your Registration ID and Password via SMS and email.
- Before payment, you can edit your registration details. After payment, cancellation is possible but the fee is non-refundable; you must re-register and pay again.
- Part 2 – Application Form: Log in using your Registration ID and Password. Fill in your father’s/husband’s name, mother’s name, address, and educational qualification. Agree to the declaration.
- Upload the following:
- Photograph: Recent colour photo (taken within 2 months), white background, 15–25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format.
- Signature (English): Black or blue ink, white background, 15–25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format.
- Signature (Hindi): Black or blue ink, white background, 15–25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg/.gif format.
- Click “Edit Details” to review all entries, then click “Confirm and Submit”. Once submitted, no changes can be made.
- After submission, you will receive a confirmation SMS/email on your registered mobile and email ID. Print the Acknowledgement Receipt on A4 paper and retain it for future use.
- Do not send a hard copy of the application to BPSSC. Keep your Registration Number safe for all future correspondence.
Important Notes Before Applying
- One mobile number can be used for only one application. Keep your mobile phone with you during registration as the Registration ID and Password are sent via SMS.
- Only one application per candidate is permitted. Multiple applications will result in rejection of all applications filed by that candidate.
- Candidates from other states claiming reservation benefits of Bihar will be treated as Unreserved/General category.
- Candidates applying under a reserved category must ensure their caste/community is listed in the Bihar Government’s current list. Check: state.bihar.gov.in.
- For EWS reservation, the income and asset certificate must be based on Financial Year 2025–26 and issued as per the format prescribed by the General Administration Department vide letter no. 5622, dated 24-03-2026.
- Married female candidates applying under a reserved category must submit their caste certificate and permanent residence certificate on the basis of their father’s details, not husband’s details.
- Pregnant female candidates found pregnant during the medical examination at the PET stage will not be permitted to participate in the Run and PET, and will be declared ineligible. Married female applicants must also submit a declaration stating they are not pregnant.
Salary / Pay Scale – Bihar Home Guard Company Commander 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Level-6 under the Bihar Home Guard Service Cadre. The exact pay matrix amount at Level-6 follows the state government’s 7th Pay Commission structure applicable to Bihar state employees.
In addition to the basic pay at Level-6, selected candidates will receive other allowances as applicable to Bihar state government employees. The notification does not specify the exact basic pay figure; refer to the Bihar Pay Matrix for Level-6 details.
Troubleshooting & Common Mistakes to Avoid
Based on common errors seen in similar BPSSC recruitment processes, here are the most frequent mistakes candidates make — and how to avoid them.
- Using a shared/family mobile number: Each mobile number is linked to exactly one application. Use your own number, as the Registration ID and OTP are sent to it and BPSSC will communicate with you on this number throughout the process.
- Uploading a photo with a coloured or dark background: The notification specifically requires a white background. Coloured backgrounds will lead to rejection of the application.
- Filling in the wrong reservation category: Candidates from states other than Bihar cannot claim Bihar reservation benefits. If you apply under a reserved category without eligibility, your candidature will be cancelled and legal action may follow.
- Married women submitting husband’s caste certificate: Caste is determined at birth. Reserved-category married female applicants must provide their father’s caste certificate, not their husband’s.
- Not filling Part 2 of the application after payment: Registration and payment (Part 1) alone do not constitute a complete application. You must log in and complete Part 2 (detailed form + upload) and click Submit. Incomplete applications will be cancelled.
- Using an outdated EWS certificate: The EWS income and asset certificate must be based on FY 2025–26. Certificates from earlier financial years will not be accepted.
- Submitting multiple applications: Filing more than one application (even if you believe an earlier one had errors) will result in cancellation of all your applications. Cancel via the “Cancel Registration” option and re-register, but note that the first fee is non-refundable.
- Incorrect date of birth entry: Your date of birth must match your Class 10/Matriculation certificate exactly. Any mismatch during document verification will result in cancellation of candidature.
- Ignoring the 30% qualifying cut in Preliminary Exam: Many candidates underestimate the Preliminary Exam and score below 30%, which disqualifies them from the Main Exam. Prepare thoroughly for General Knowledge and Current Affairs.
- Not practising Shot Put and Long Jump for PET: Candidates who pass the Run but fail field events are not given another opportunity in the remaining events. All four events must be cleared individually.
