Bihar Police Operator Constable 2026 · Age limit & eligibility
Bihar Police Operator Constable Age Limit 2026: Relaxation, Qualification and Eligibility
Bihar Police Operator Constable age limit: Minimum 18 years (on 01-08-2026). Maximum, including 5 years' relaxation: 25 (UR), 27 (BC/EBC men), 28 (BC/EBC women), 30 (SC/ST and transgender), as on 01-08-2021 as printed (age counted on 1 August 2026 (minimum age); 1 August 2021 (maximum age, as printed)), as per the official notice published 23 February 2026.
Age limit, the date on which age is counted, category-wise relaxation and the educational qualification, as printed in the official notice.
Bihar Police Operator Constable age limit and relaxation
Age limit
Minimum 18 years (on 01-08-2026). Maximum, including 5 years' relaxation: 25 (UR), 27 (BC/EBC men), 28 (BC/EBC women), 30 (SC/ST and transgender), as on 01-08-2021 as printed (as on 1 August 2026 (minimum age); 1 August 2021 (maximum age, as printed))
Educational qualification
- Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
- At least 50% aggregate marks (SC/ST 45%)
Upper age relaxation
| BC / EBC men | Maximum age 27 |
| BC / EBC women | Maximum age 28 |
| SC / ST and transgender | Maximum age 30 |
Application fee
₹100 for all categories, plus bank charges. No exemption is printed.
Source: CSBC Bihar Advt. No. 02/2026 — Constable (Operator), Bihar Police (published 23 February 2026). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
Age limit, qualification and physical tests
Minimum age is 18 on 1 August 2026. The maximum age, including a 5-year relaxation, is 25 (UR), 27 (BC/EBC men), 28 (BC/EBC women) and 30 (SC/ST and transgender); the notice prints the date for the maximum age as 1 August 2021.
You need Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and at least 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST), valid by the closing date of 31 March 2026.
Physical efficiency test (qualifying)
| Event | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Run | 1 mile (1.6 km) in 6 minutes | 1 km in 6 minutes |
| High jump | 3 ft 6 in | 2 ft 6 in |
| Shot put | 16 lb, 15 ft | 12 lb, 8 ft |
Up to three attempts per event; you must qualify in every event. No marks are given.
Physical standards
| Category | Height | Chest (unexpanded / expanded) |
|---|---|---|
| UR and BC men | 165 cm | 81 / 86 cm |
| EBC men | 160 cm | 81 / 86 cm |
| SC and ST men | 160 cm | 79 / 84 cm |
| All women | 155 cm | Not applicable |
Minimum chest expansion 5 cm. Minimum weight for women 48 kg.
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for Bihar Police Operator Constable?
Minimum 18 years (on 01-08-2026). Maximum, including 5 years' relaxation: 25 (UR), 27 (BC/EBC men), 28 (BC/EBC women), 30 (SC/ST and transgender), as on 01-08-2021 as printed, counted as on 1 August 2026 (minimum age); 1 August 2021 (maximum age, as printed), as per the CSBC Bihar Advt. No. 02/2026 — Constable (Operator), Bihar Police. Category-wise upper age relaxation is given in the notice.
What qualification is needed for Bihar Police Operator Constable?
Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. At least 50% aggregate marks (SC/ST 45%).
What qualification is needed?
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST).