BPSSC Gulm Samadeshak Recruitment 2026

BPSSC Gulm Samadeshak Recruitment 2026

The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC), Home Department (Special Branch), Bihar, Patna has invited online applications for the post of Gulm Samadeshak (Company Commander), Pay Level-6, to be filled from within the Bihar Home Guard Vahini Seva cadre.

Important – Who Can Apply (Restricted to Existing Home Guards)

Please note: This recruitment is open only to existing Home Guards (Grih Rakshak) enrolled and trained within the Bihar Home Guard organization, including those drawing Daily Duty Allowance who are sportspersons. Candidates must have at least 5 years of service/duty in the organization and at least 10 years of service remaining as of the cut-off date. This is not a general open recruitment for outside candidates.

BPSSC Gulm Samadeshak Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Category-wise Vacancy Distribution (Total: 65)

Note: 35% horizontal reservation applies for women within each category (limited to women who are original residents of Bihar State), and 2% horizontal reservation for descendants (grandchildren) of Freedom Fighters of Bihar receiving central government pension.

Eligibility Criteria

Physical Standards

Physical Efficiency Test Standards

Candidates get a maximum of 3 attempts each for High Jump, Long Jump, and Shot Put. All events must be individually cleared; failing the Race disqualifies the candidate from attempting the remaining events. Third Gender candidates follow the Backward Class physical standards and PET criteria.

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Selection Process

Phase 1: Preliminary Written Examination

• 200 marks, 100 questions, 2-hour duration, covering General Knowledge and current affairs.
• Candidates scoring less than 30% are disqualified from proceeding to the Main exam.
• Candidates are shortlisted for the Main exam at 20 times the vacancy count, by merit-cum-category ranking (ratio may be reduced if insufficient candidates qualify).

Phase 2: Main Written Examination (Two Papers)

• Paper I: General Hindi, 200 marks, 2-hour duration, 100 questions. Minimum qualifying marks: 30%. Marks from this paper are not counted toward final merit.
• Paper II: General Studies, General Science, Civics, Indian History, Indian Geography, Mathematics, and Mental Ability Test, 200 marks, 100 questions, 2-hour duration.
• 0.2 marks deducted for each wrong answer in both phases.
• Candidates qualifying the Main written exam are shortlisted for the Physical Efficiency Test at 6 times the vacancy count, category-wise by merit; candidates need only pass (not rank) in the PET.

Phase 3: Physical Standard/Efficiency Test

Candidates must clear the Race, High Jump, Long Jump, and Shot Put standards as detailed above to qualify.

Merit List and Minimum Qualifying Marks

• The final merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the Main Written Examination (Paper II only), category-wise, in order of merit.
• Minimum qualifying marks for the final merit list: SC/ST/Women – 32%, EBC – 34%, BC – 36.5%, General/Unreserved – 40%.
• In case of a tie in marks, seniority is determined by date of birth (older candidate ranks higher); if DOB is also the same, by educational qualification, then alphabetical order of name as per 10th board certificate.

How to Apply

1. Visit the BPSSC website: https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in and go to the “Home Guard” tab.
2. Click on the link related to Advertisement No. 11/2026.
3. Register using a valid and active mobile number and email ID, ideally in your own name.
4. Complete the online application between 10 September 2026 and 10 October 2026.
5. Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 (all categories, all genders) through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
6. Only one application is allowed per candidate; multiple applications will be rejected.

Terms and Conditions

• Reservation follows the Bihar Reservation (SC, ST and Other Backward Classes) Act, 1991 (Bihar Act 3, 1992), as amended.
• Reservation benefits (including the 35% women’s reservation) apply only to original residents/domiciles of Bihar State; candidates from other states’ reserved categories will be treated as Unreserved category candidates.
• Medical examination, character, and antecedent verification will be conducted for all selected candidates before appointment.
• Age, educational qualification, other eligibility, experience, and Home Guard training/service are all reckoned as on the cut-off date of 01 August 2026.
• Appointing Authority for this post is the Deputy Director General, Bihar Home Guard Vahini, Patna.
• Candidates providing false information or fraudulent documents will face application rejection and legal action.
• Fee once paid is non-refundable, except in case of a technical failure (e.g., power/internet failure) preventing registration, in which case the amount is refunded via the Payment Gateway within 7 working days.

About the Gulm Samadeshak (Company Commander) Post

The Gulm Samadeshak, or Company Commander, is a supervisory leadership position within the Bihar Home Guard Vahini, responsible for commanding a company-level unit of Home Guards and overseeing their deployment, discipline, and operational readiness. This recruitment provides a structured promotion pathway for experienced Home Guards who have served at least 5 years in the organization, rewarding their field experience with an opportunity to move into a Pay Level-6 supervisory role.

Why the Internal-Cadre Restriction Shapes This Recruitment

Since this post is filled exclusively from within the existing Bihar Home Guard cadre rather than through open public recruitment, the competition pool is inherently limited to those already serving as Home Guards with a minimum of 5 years’ experience, making this a career-progression opportunity rather than a general entry-level government job. Candidates from outside the Home Guard organization, however qualified otherwise, are not eligible to apply for this particular post.

Understanding the Two-Paper Main Examination Structure

Since Paper I (General Hindi) is qualifying in nature and its marks are not counted toward the final merit, while Paper II (General Studies and allied subjects) alone determines the merit list ranking, candidates should ensure they comfortably clear the 30% qualifying threshold in Hindi without over-investing preparation time there, and instead focus the bulk of their preparation on the General Studies, Science, History, Geography, Mathematics, and Mental Ability topics covered in Paper II.

Final Word

Eligible Bihar Home Guards with at least 5 years of service, a Graduate degree, and age between 24-50 years should complete their online application at https://bpssc.bihar.gov.in under the “Home Guard” tab between 10 September 2026 and 10 October 2026 for the Gulm Samadeshak (Company Commander) post.

Preparing for the Physical Efficiency Test Given Age Range

Since eligible candidates can be up to 50 years of age, considerably older than the typical entry-level constable recruitment age band, candidates nearing the upper age limit should begin dedicated physical conditioning well ahead of the exam cycle to meet the Race, High Jump, Long Jump, and Shot Put standards, since these standards apply uniformly across the 24-50 age range without any age-based relaxation in the physical benchmarks themselves.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who can apply for the Gulm Samadeshak post?

Only existing Bihar Home Guards (Grih Rakshak) with at least 5 years of service in the organization.

2. What is the total number of vacancies?

65 vacancies (Pay Level-6).

3. What is the online application window?

10 September 2026 to 10 October 2026.

4. What is the age limit?

24 to 50 years, as on 01 August 2026, for all categories.

5. What is the application fee?

Rs. 100, for all categories and genders.

6. What is the essential educational qualification?

Graduate degree or State Government-recognized equivalent.

7. What is the selection process?

Preliminary Written Exam, Main Written Exam (two papers), and Physical Standard/Efficiency Test.

8. Is Paper I (General Hindi) counted in the final merit?

No, Paper I is qualifying only (minimum 30%); only Paper II marks count for merit.

9. What is the minimum qualifying percentage for the final merit list?

SC/ST/Women: 32%, EBC: 34%, BC: 36.5%, General: 40%.

10. Are Third Gender candidates eligible?

Yes, following Backward Class physical standards and PET criteria.

11. What is the minimum height requirement for General category males?

165 cm.

12. How many attempts are given for High Jump, Long Jump, and Shot Put?

Maximum 3 attempts each.

13. Can candidates from outside Bihar apply?

The post is for Bihar Home Guards specifically; reservation benefits apply only to Bihar domiciles.

14. What negative marking applies in the written exams?

0.2 marks deducted for each wrong answer.

15. How many candidates are shortlisted for the Main exam?

20 times the vacancy count, by category-wise merit (ratio may be reduced if insufficient candidates qualify).