BPSSC ASI Technical 2026: Quick Overview and In-Hand Salary

The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) has officially released Advt. No. 07/2026 for direct recruitment to the post of Assistant Sub-Inspector (Technical) in Bihar Police Radio (Wireless), Patna. A total of 22 vacancies are open, and candidates holding a Diploma in Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Tele Communication, Information Technology, or Electrical & Electronics from a recognised polytechnic can apply online between 21 May 2026 and 21 June 2026. Unlike many Bihar Police posts, this technical cadre offers Level-5 pay – which works out to an approximate in-hand figure of ₹29,000–₹32,000 per month after standard deductions, making it one of the better-paying diploma-level government posts in the state.

Based on official notification by Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC), Advt. No. 07/2026. Verified: May 2026.

Quick Eligibility Check

Note: Equivalent qualifications are not mentioned as accepted in this notification – only a 3-year polytechnic diploma in the specified streams is valid. Final-year diploma students are not eligible as the cut-off date for educational qualification is 01 August 2025.

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Important Dates

Apply early – the BPSSC portal can experience heavy traffic in the final week, and fee payment failures near the deadline are not refunded. The commission has clearly stated the last date will not be extended under any circumstances.

Vacancy and Category Analysis

With only 22 total vacancies across all categories, competition for this post will be exceptionally intense. The Unreserved category has the highest seat count at 8, but these will attract the largest number of applicants, making the effective competition ratio very high. SC candidates competing for 3 seats and EBC candidates for 4 seats face a similarly difficult path. The EWS quota holds just 2 seats, so EWS applicants must ensure their income and asset certificate is issued under the Bihar government’s letter No. 5622 dated 24-03-2026 – certificates issued under older circulars may be rejected. Notably, 6 out of 22 posts are horizontally reserved for women who are original domiciles of Bihar. Candidates from other states will be counted in the Unreserved category regardless of their reserved category status in their home state. No PwD vacancy breakdown is mentioned in the official notification. Given the small total vacancy count, even one stage of disqualification – wrong category claim, incorrect age calculation, or failure in the physical test – eliminates the candidate permanently. Thorough preparation across all three selection stages is essential.

Salary and In-Hand Calculation

Here is an approximate monthly in-hand breakdown for a Level-5 Bihar Police post:

Beyond salary, selected candidates receive government accommodation entitlement, LTC (Leave Travel Concession), medical benefits under Bihar government health schemes, and pension under NPS. For comparison, a Sub-Inspector (Non-Technical) in Bihar Police at Level-6 draws approximately ₹35,200 basic – making this ASI (Technical) role slightly lower in pay but uniquely accessible with just a diploma qualification rather than a degree.

Application Fee

No fee exemption for any category is mentioned in this notification – all applicants including SC/ST must pay ₹100. Important: if you request a chargeback from your bank after successful payment, your application will be rejected and legal action will be taken. Bank charges for credit/debit card use are borne by the candidate.

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Age Limit

Age calculation example: All ages are calculated as on 01 August 2025 (cut-off date). If you are in the Unreserved male category and were born on 02 August 1988, you turned 36 on the cut-off date – you are eligible (within the 37-year upper limit). If born on 31 July 1988, you turned 37 exactly – still eligible. If born on 31 July 1987, you turned 38 – not eligible.

Eligibility Criteria

The most common mistake for technical diploma posts is candidates assuming that a B.Tech or B.Sc degree will qualify – only a 3-year polytechnic diploma in the specified streams is valid here. A degree is not equivalent. Final-year students are not eligible since the qualification cut-off date is 01 August 2025. The notification does not mention equivalent qualifications being accepted.

Selection Process

Stage 1: Preliminary Written Examination

A single paper of 100 marks with 100 MCQ questions is conducted over 2 hours. It covers 40 questions on General Knowledge & Current Affairs and 60 questions on the candidate’s chosen technical subject (ECE / ET / IT / Electrical & Electronics). The minimum qualifying mark is 30%. Based on preliminary scores, candidates equal to 20 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) are shortlisted for the Mains. Marks in the preliminary exam are not counted in the final merit. Start with NCERT-level current affairs and brush up polytechnic-level technical concepts for your chosen stream.

Stage 2: Mains Written Examination

Two papers are held. Paper-I is a General Language paper (100 marks: 50 Hindi + 50 English, intermediate level, 1.5 hours) – candidates must score at least 30 marks to qualify, but these marks are NOT added to the final merit. Paper-II is the technical subject paper (100 marks, 100 MCQs, 3 hours, polytechnic level) – minimum 33% required. Final merit is based solely on Paper-II marks. Up to 5 times the vacancy count (category-wise) are called for the physical test.

Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (Qualifying)

This stage is qualifying – no marks are awarded, but all four events must be cleared individually. Events: 1-mile run in 7 minutes (men) / 1 km in 7 minutes (women); High Jump – 3 ft 6 in (men) / 2 ft 6 in (women); Long Jump – 10 ft (men) / 7 ft (women); Shot Put – 16 lb, 14 ft (men) / 12 lb, 8 ft (women). Three attempts are allowed for High Jump, Long Jump, and Shot Put. Practice all four events consistently – candidates who clear the written tests but fail the physical test are permanently disqualified.

Your first 7 days after applying:

1. Save your BPSSC registration number and password in two separate places – the commission communicates exclusively via registered mobile/email.
2. Print and preserve your application acknowledgement on A4 paper as it will be required at all future stages.
3. Begin polytechnic-level revision in your chosen technical stream (ECE / ET / IT / EE) – the preliminary paper has 60 technical questions.
4. Start a daily 1-mile running practice to build towards the 7-minute target for the physical test.
5. Check that your caste/domicile/EWS certificate is current and issued by the correct authority – outdated certificates are a leading cause of disqualification at document verification.

Exam Syllabus

How to Apply

1. Visit the official BPSSC website and click the “Bihar Police” tab, then select the link for Advt. No. 07/2026.
2. Complete Part-1 registration: enter your name, nationality, mobile number, email ID, domicile status, reservation category, gender, and date of birth.
3. Pay the ₹100 application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI. Fee is non-refundable.
4. After successful payment, you will receive a Registration ID and Password via SMS and email on your registered mobile/email.
5. Log in using the Registration ID and Password to complete Part-2: enter father’s/husband’s name, mother’s name, address, and educational qualifications.
6. Upload your recent colour passport-size photograph (white background, taken within 2 months, 15–25 KB, JPG/JPEG/GIF) and separate signature scans in English and Hindi (black/blue ink, white background, 15–25 KB, JPG/JPEG/GIF).
7. Click “Edit Details” to review all entries, then click Confirm and Submit. Once submitted, no changes are permitted.
8. Print and safely store the application acknowledgement (with photo) on A4 paper for all future correspondence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approximate in-hand salary for BPSSC ASI Technical after deductions?

The post carries Level-5 pay under the 7th Pay Commission with an entry basic pay of ₹29,200. After adding DA, HRA, and TA, the gross comes to approximately ₹46,000. After deducting NPS contribution (~10% of basic) and state levies, the approximate take-home salary is ₹29,000–₹32,000 per month. These figures are approximate; actual amounts depend on posting location and applicable allowances.

What are the total vacancies and category-wise breakdown for BPSSC ASI Technical 2026?

There are 22 total vacancies. Category-wise: Unreserved – 8, EWS – 2, SC – 3, ST – 1, EBC – 4, OBC – 3, OBC Women (separate) – 1. Out of 22 posts, 6 are horizontally reserved for women who are original domiciles of Bihar.

What is the last date to apply for BPSSC ASI Technical 2026?

The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 21 June 2026. The commission has stated this deadline will not be extended under any circumstances. Apply well before the final days to avoid portal congestion.

What is the age limit and age relaxation for OBC and SC/ST candidates?

Age is calculated as on 01 August 2025. Unreserved male candidates must be 21–37 years; Unreserved female 21–40 years. OBC and EBC (male and female) get an upper limit of 40 years. SC/ST (male and female) get an upper limit of 42 years. Ex-servicemen get 3 years plus their service period, subject to an absolute maximum age of 57 years.

What are the height and chest requirements for BPSSC ASI Technical 2026?

For male candidates: Unreserved and OBC must be at least 165 cm; EBC, SC, and ST must be at least 160 cm. Chest measurement (male only): Unreserved/OBC/EBC minimum 81 cm unexpanded, 86 cm expanded (5 cm expansion mandatory); SC/ST minimum 79 cm unexpanded, 84 cm expanded. For female candidates: minimum height 155 cm for all categories; no chest measurement; minimum weight 48 kg.

Is a degree equivalent to a diploma for this post?

No. The notification specifically requires a 3-year polytechnic diploma in ECE, ET, IT, or Electrical & Electronics. A B.Tech degree or B.Sc is not mentioned as equivalent. Only polytechnic-level diploma holders in the specified streams should apply.

Is there negative marking in the written exam?

Yes. In both the Preliminary and Mains examinations, 0.2 marks are deducted for each wrong answer. The answer booklet has two copies – one is retained by the commission as a record. Avoid guessing on questions you are not reasonably confident about.

What is the application fee and is there any exemption for SC/ST candidates?

The application fee is ₹100 for all categories including SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and Third Gender candidates. No fee exemption is mentioned in this notification. Payment is accepted only via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI – no other payment modes are valid.