BPSSC Home Guard Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026: Admit Card for 64 Posts
📅 Posted: 01/01/2026 📝 Updated: 11/05/2026
Total Vacancy64
SalaryLevel-4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100) [Approx. ₹37,000-₹40,000/Month]
LocationBihar
Last Date05/02/2026
Short Information: If you are a serving Home Guard in Bihar and have completed at least 5 years of duty, BPSSC has opened a direct promotion-style recruitment for 64 Havildar Clerk (Adhinayak Lipik) posts under Advertisement No. 02/2026. This is not an open recruitment — only registered and trained Home Guards of the Bihar Home Guard Force are eligible to apply, which drastically reduces competition compared to regular police recruitments. The post carries Pay Level-4 (approximately ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month basic), a significant jump over the daily allowance structure most Home Guards currently work under. The written exam is scheduled on 20 May 2026, and the E-Admit Card is available for download from 06 May 2026 at bpssc.bihar.gov.in under the Home Guard tab. The exam covers Matric-level subjects — Hindi, English, Maths, Science, Social Science, and General Knowledge — across 100 objective questions in 2 hours. You must score minimum 30% to qualify for the Physical Efficiency Test. Educational qualification required is Intermediate (12th Pass) as on 01 August 2025, and age must be between 24 to 50 years on the same date. The application window was open from 05 January 2026 to 05 February 2026. Fresh or general candidates cannot apply for this post.
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BPSSC Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates
| Notification Released | 01/01/2026 |
| Application Begin | 05/01/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05/02/2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 06/05/2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 20/05/2026 |
BPSSC Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee
| All Candidates (Gen / OBC / SC / ST / Female / Third Gender) | ₹100 |
Payment: Online (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI)
BPSSC Home Guard Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026: Admit Card for 64 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: 24-50 Years (as on 01/08/2025)
(Age relaxation as per Bihar Home Guard Service Rules 2005 (amended)., Reservation benefits available only to original residents of Bihar.)
| Post Name | Pay Level | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Havildar Clerk (Adhinayak Lipik) | Level-4 | 64 | 12th Pass + Min. 5 Years Service as Home Guard in Bihar. |
| Total Vacancy | 64 |
Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Total Vacancy | Female Reserved (35%) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 26 | 09 |
| EWS | 06 | 02 |
| SC | 10 | 04 |
| ST | 01 | 00 |
| EBC | 11 | 04 |
| BC | 08 | 03 |
| BC Female | 02 | 00 |
| Total | 64 | 22 |
| Note:35% horizontal reservation within each category reserved for women who are original residents of Bihar. | ||
Recruitment Table: Other Horizontal Reservation
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Freedom Fighters' Grandchildren (2%) | 01 |
BPSSC Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an Indian Citizen.
- Educational Qualification: Passed Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination as on 01/08/2025.
- Service Requirement: Must be a registered and trained Home Guard (including daily allowance players) in Bihar Home Guard Force with minimum 5 Years of completed service/duty as on cut-off date.
- Must have minimum 10 years of service remaining as on the cut-off date (01/08/2025).
- Third Gender (Kinnar/Transgender) candidates are eligible; physical standards will be same as BC category.
- Reservation benefits applicable only to original residents of Bihar. Candidates from other states will be treated as Unreserved.
BPSSC Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Havildar Clerk (Adhinayak Lipik) | Level-4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100) |
BPSSC Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps
- Written Examination (Qualifying) — 100 Marks
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 100 Marks (Final Merit Basis)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Character & Antecedent Verification
BPSSC Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Written Exam Overview
- Exam Date: 20/05/2026 (Wednesday), Single Shift — 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
- Reporting Time: 08:30 AM. Entry closes at 09:30 AM sharp — no late entry allowed.
- Mode: Offline (OMR / Answer Booklet Based).
- Standard: Class 10th (Matric) level.
- Total Questions: 100 Objective (MCQ) questions.
- Total Marks: 100 Marks (1 mark per correct answer).
- Duration: 2 Hours.
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 30% required to qualify for PET.
- Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in official notification.
- Note: Written exam is only QUALIFYING. Final merit list is based on PET marks only.
Recruitment Table: Subject-wise Written Exam Details
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi | ~17 | ~17 |
| English | ~17 | ~17 |
| Mathematics | ~17 | ~17 |
| Social Science (History, Geography, Civics, Economics) | ~16 | ~16 |
| Science (Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany) | ~16 | ~16 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | ~17 | ~17 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| Note:Subject-wise question distribution is indicative. Official paper may vary. Total = 100 Questions, 100 Marks. | ||
Recruitment Table: Physical Standard Test (PST) — Height & Chest
| Category | Height | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / BC / EBC (Male) | 165 cm | 81 cm | 86 cm |
| SC / ST (Male) | 160 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm |
| All Females (All Categories) | 155 cm | N/A | Min Weight: 48 Kg |
| Third Gender (Kinnar/Transgender) | 160 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm |
| Note:Minimum 5 cm chest expansion mandatory for all male candidates. Height/Chest marks are qualifying only — no marks awarded. | |||
Recruitment Table: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Running (Max 50 Marks)
| Time Taken | Marks (Male — 1.6 km) | Marks (Female — 1 km) |
|---|---|---|
| Under 5 min / Under 4 min | 50 | 50 |
| 5:00 to 5:20 / 4:00 to 4:20 | 40 | 40 |
| 5:21 to 5:40 / 4:21 to 4:40 | 30 | 30 |
| 5:41 to 6:00 / 4:41 to 5:00 | 20 | 20 |
| Above 6 min / Above 5 min | FAIL | FAIL |
Recruitment Table: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Shot Put (Max 25 Marks)
| Distance Thrown | Marks (Male — 16 Pound) | Marks (Female — 12 Pound) |
|---|---|---|
| 16-17 ft / 12-13 ft | 09 | 09 |
| 17+ to 18 ft / 13+ to 14 ft | 13 | 13 |
| 18+ to 19 ft / 14+ to 15 ft | 17 | 17 |
| 19+ to 20 ft / 15+ to 16 ft | 21 | 21 |
| Above 20 ft / Above 16 ft | 25 | 25 |
| Below 16 ft / Below 12 ft | FAIL | FAIL |
Recruitment Table: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — High Jump (Max 25 Marks)
| Height Jumped | Marks (Male) | Marks (Female) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 ft / 3 ft | 13 | 13 |
| 4 ft 4 inch / 3 ft 4 inch | 17 | 17 |
| 4 ft 8 inch / 3 ft 8 inch | 21 | 21 |
| 5 ft / 4 ft | 25 | 25 |
| Below 4 ft / Below 3 ft | FAIL | FAIL |
| Note:Maximum 3 attempts allowed in Shot Put and High Jump. Candidate must pass Running first to attempt Shot Put and High Jump. All 3 events must be passed individually. | ||
Recruitment Table: PET Merit & Tie-Breaking Rules
| Priority | Tie-Breaking Criterion |
|---|---|
| 1st | Higher total PET marks (Running + Shot Put + High Jump combined) |
| 2nd | Older age (Date of Birth — earlier born gets priority) |
| 3rd | Higher marks in Intermediate (12th) qualifying exam |
| 4th | Higher marks in Matriculation (10th) Board Certificate |
| 5th | Alphabetical order of name as written in English on 10th Board certificate |
Recruitment Table: How to Download E-Admit Card
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Visit bpssc.bihar.gov.in |
| Step 2 | Click on 'Home Guard' Tab |
| Step 3 | Find Advt. No. 02/2026 Admit Card link |
| Step 4 | Login with Registration Number and Password received via SMS/Email |
| Step 5 | Download and Print E-Admit Card on A4 paper |
| Step 6 | Carry Admit Card + 1 valid Photo ID on exam day |
BPSSC Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics
The written exam is of Class 10th (Matric) standard as per Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) syllabus. Questions are objective (MCQ) type covering the following subjects.
📚 Hindi
- Grammar (Vyakaran)
- Comprehension
- Fill in the blanks
- Synonyms & Antonyms
📚 English
- Grammar basics
- Vocabulary
- Sentence correction
- Comprehension
📚 Mathematics
- Number System
- Percentage & Ratio
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Algebra basics
- Geometry & Mensuration
📚 Social Science
- History — Modern India & Bihar
- Geography — India & World
- Civics — Indian Constitution, Polity
- Economics — Basic concepts
📚 Science
- Physics — Basic laws, light, electricity
- Chemistry — Elements, acids, bases
- Biology — Human body, plants, animals
📚 General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Bihar current events
- National & International news
- Government schemes
- Sports, awards, appointments
BPSSC Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026How to Apply
- Application window is now closed (was open from 05/01/2026 to 05/02/2026).
- To Download Admit Card: Visit bpssc.bihar.gov.in and click on the 'Home Guard' Tab.
- Find the link for Advt. No. 02/2026 Admit Card (available from 06/05/2026).
- Login using your Registration Number and Password (sent via SMS/Email at time of registration).
- Download and print the E-Admit Card on A4 size paper.
- Carry the Admit Card along with one valid Photo ID (Voter Card / Aadhar / Driving Licence / PAN / Passport) to the exam center.
- Report at exam center by 08:30 AM. Entry will be closed at 09:30 AM sharp.
Recruitment Note: About Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC)
The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC), established under the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission Act, is the state-level recruitment body responsible for filling vacancies in the Bihar Police and Home Guard departments. Operating from its office at 5, Harding Road, Patna-800001, the Commission conducts transparent competitive examinations for posts like Constable, Sub-Inspector, Havildar, and now Havildar Clerk. BPSSC works in coordination with the Home Department (Special Branch), Government of Bihar, and the Directorate General of Home Guard and Fire Services, Bihar. In recent years, the Commission has modernized its recruitment process with fully online applications, OMR-based examinations, and digital admit card systems. BPSSC maintains strict merit-based selection and reservation norms as per Bihar's reservation policy. The Commission's website bpssc.bihar.gov.in is the single-window platform for all recruitment notifications, admit cards, results, and important instructions.
Recruitment Note: Job Profile — Havildar Clerk (Adhinayak Lipik)
The Havildar Clerk (Adhinayak Lipik) is a supervisory-cum-clerical post within the Bihar Home Guard Force. Selected candidates will be responsible for maintaining muster rolls, attendance records, and daily duty registers of Home Guards under their jurisdiction. The role involves preparing official correspondence, maintaining recruitment and training records, handling payroll documentation for daily allowance-based guards, and coordinating with district-level Home Guard offices. Unlike a pure field role, this position has a significant desk-based component requiring basic computer literacy and good Hindi handwriting for official file work. The post reports to the district-level Commandant office and may involve occasional field duty during elections, floods, or law & order deployment. Career progression can lead to higher clerical or administrative posts within the Home Guard cadre over time, and the Level-4 pay structure provides stable, pensionable employment for serving Home Guards looking to move from daily allowance to a regular pay scale.
Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary
Candidates selected for Havildar Clerk under Pay Level-4 will be entitled to the full spectrum of Bihar Government employee benefits. This includes Dearness Allowance (DA) revised periodically, House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on posting location, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and Medical reimbursement for self and dependents. Employees are covered under the National Pension System (NPS) and receive Provident Fund (PF) contributions from the government. Additional entitlements include Children's Education Allowance, Festival Advance, Group Insurance coverage, Annual and Medical leave, Maternity/Paternity leave, and uniform allowance as applicable under Home Guard service rules. The transition from daily allowance (bhatta) status to a regular government pay scale is the most significant financial benefit for existing Home Guards who clear this recruitment.
Recruitment Note: Important Note for Pregnant Candidates
As per official notification, married female candidates found pregnant during medical examination at the time of Physical Efficiency Test (PET) will not be permitted to participate in the running and physical tests. Such candidates will be declared disqualified based on the medical report. Married female candidates are required to submit a declaration stating they are not pregnant at the time of physical testing.
Recruitment Note: OMR Sheet Instructions — Critical Warning
BPSSC has specifically flagged in the exam notice that many candidates get disqualified not because of wrong answers, but due to incorrect filling of OMR answer sheets. Common errors include: wrong Roll Number entry, wrong Question Booklet Number, not writing the required paragraph in own handwriting (as instructed in question booklet), and not signing at the designated space (Item No. 3). A specimen copy of the OMR sheet is available on the BPSSC website for practice. Candidates are strongly advised to download and practice filling the specimen OMR before appearing for the exam on 20 May 2026. Use Blue or Black ballpoint pen only — gel pens and pencils are strictly prohibited.
BPSSC Havildar Clerk Recruitment 2026Important Official Links
| Download Admit Card Available from 06/05/2026 — Home Guard Tab | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Exam Notice Exam Date 20/05/2026 — Advt No. 02/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Apply Online Application Window Closed on 05/02/2026 | Inactive 🔒 |
| Download Notification Advt No. 02/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization |  BPSSC |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Havildar Clerk |
| Total Vacancy | 64 |
| Salary | Level-4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100) [Approx. ₹37,000-₹40,000/Month] |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 05/02/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
💡 Expert Tip
Bhai, OMR sheet ke baare mein ek critical warning: Notice mein specifically kaha gaya hai ki kaafi candidates OMR par Roll Number, Question Booklet Number aur Paragraph (handwriting) galat fill karte hain jisse unka paper reject ho jaata hai — even agar answers sahi hon. Exam se pehle website par uploaded OMR Specimen Copy zaroor download kar ke practice karo. Reporting time 08:30 AM hai aur entry 09:30 AM ke baad band ho jaayegi — kisi bhi haalat mein late mat aana. Admit Card ke saath ek valid photo ID (Voter Card, Aadhar, PAN, Driving Licence ya Passport) carry karna compulsory hai. Admit card exam ke baad bhi safe rakhna — PET aur document verification mein bhi maanga jaayega.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Havildar Clerk (Adhinayak Lipik)? ▼
Ans: The post falls under Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 to ₹81,100 basic pay). After adding current Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA based on posting city), and other allowances, the estimated in-hand salary at the time of joining is approximately ₹37,000 to ₹42,000 per month. This is a significant upgrade over the daily duty allowance that most Home Guards currently receive.
Q.2 When is the BPSSC Havildar Clerk written exam and where is the admit card? ▼
Ans: The written exam is scheduled on 20 May 2026 (Wednesday) in a single shift from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The E-Admit Card is available for download from 06 May 2026 at bpssc.bihar.gov.in under the Home Guard tab. Login with your registration number and password. Candidates must report at the exam center by 08:30 AM as entry closes at 09:30 AM sharp.
Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the BPSSC Havildar Clerk written exam? ▼
Ans: No negative marking has been mentioned in the official notification for this exam. Each correct answer carries 1 mark and there is no penalty for wrong answers as per Advt No. 02/2026. The written exam is also only qualifying in nature — meaning it only determines who is eligible for the Physical Efficiency Test. Final merit is based on PET marks only.
Q.4 What is the age limit for BPSSC Havildar Clerk 2026? ▼
Ans: The age limit for all categories is 24 to 50 years as on the cut-off date 01/08/2025. Unlike most government jobs, there is no separate age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC — the upper limit of 50 years is itself a relaxed limit applicable uniformly to all categories since this recruitment is exclusively for serving Home Guards. Candidates must also have a minimum of 10 years of service remaining as on the cut-off date.
Q.5 Who can apply for BPSSC Havildar Clerk (Adhinayak Lipik) post? ▼
Ans: Only registered and trained Home Guards (including daily allowance players) of Bihar Home Guard Force can apply. Candidates must have completed minimum 5 years of service/duty and have at least 10 years of service remaining. Educational qualification required is Intermediate (12th Pass) or equivalent as on 01/08/2025. Fresh or general public candidates are NOT eligible — this is an internal promotion-type recruitment.
Q.6 How to download the BPSSC Havildar Clerk Admit Card 2026? ▼
Ans: Visit bpssc.bihar.gov.in and click on the 'Home Guard' tab. Find the Advt No. 02/2026 Admit Card link (active from 06/05/2026). Login using your Registration Number and Password that was sent via SMS and Email at time of registration. Download and print the E-Admit Card on A4 paper. Carry it with a valid photo ID (Aadhar, Voter Card, PAN, Driving Licence, or Passport) to the exam center.
Q.7 What is the selection process for Havildar Clerk under BPSSC 2026? ▼
Ans: Selection has two main stages: (1) Written Examination of 100 marks covering Matric-level subjects — this is qualifying only (minimum 30% needed). Top 5x candidates per vacancy per category are shortlisted for PET. (2) Physical Efficiency Test (PET) of 100 marks with Running (50 marks), Shot Put (25 marks), and High Jump (25 marks). Final merit list is based solely on PET marks. Followed by document verification and medical examination.
Q.8 What documents are required at the BPSSC Havildar Clerk exam center? ▼
Ans: Candidates must carry: (1) Printed E-Admit Card downloaded from bpssc.bihar.gov.in, (2) One valid photo ID — Voter ID Card, Aadhar Card, Driving Licence, PAN Card, or Passport. If the photo on the admit card is unclear or missing, candidates must also bring 2 passport-size photographs. Admit card must be preserved beyond the written exam as it will be required again during PET, document verification, and joining.
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