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Bihar Police Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Bihar Police Constable (CSBC) actually get you? These bands map a mock/exam percentage to the rank window and outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns — indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
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Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected Cutoff (Indicative) |
|---|---|
| General | 68-75 marks out of 100 |
| EWS | 65-72 marks out of 100 |
| OBC | 63-70 marks out of 100 |
| SC | 55-62 marks out of 100 |
| ST | 50-58 marks out of 100 |
| PwD | 45-52 marks out of 100 |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 5-8 marks higher than OBC, 13-18 marks above SC, and 18-25 marks above ST categories, reflecting reservation policy implementation.
- Year-on-year shifts: Cutoffs fluctuate based on vacancy numbers (Bihar Police announces large recruitments periodically), paper difficulty (especially reasoning and general knowledge sections), and total applicant pool strength—easier papers push cutoffs 3-5 marks higher.
- PwD consideration: PwD cutoffs generally align 5-10 marks below the corresponding social category baseline; final selection depends on horizontal reservation availability and medical fitness clearance.
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Outstanding — Merit list toppers
92–100%
- Police Constable (General Duty) — merit list top positions, preferred district postings
- Women Constable — prime positions in women police stations and specialized crime units
- SAF Constable — Bihar Military Police, premium postings
- Driver Constable — choice postings at district/range headquarters
- Potential for posting at state police headquarters or elite units after training
- 2-year probation period, pension benefits under National Pension System
Excellent — Top tier candidates
85–92%
- Police Constable (General Duty) — among top scorers, choice of district posting likely
- Police Constable (Fireman) — premium positions available
- Driver Constable — best candidates for this cadre
- Women Constable — top candidates for specialized units
- SAF (Special Armed Forces) Constable — eligible for Bihar Military Police units
Very Good — High selection probability
75–85%
- Police Constable (General Duty) — strong position across all Bihar districts
- Police Constable (Fireman) — excellent chances, all categories
- Driver Constable — competitive even in high-demand districts like Patna
- Likely to secure posting in preferred districts (subject to availability)
- Focus on clearing PET and medical examination
Good — Strong PET qualification
65–75%
- Police Constable (General Duty) — Bihar Police, starting pay ~₹21,700/month (approximate)
- Police Constable (Fireman) — good chances across districts
- Driver Constable — if holding valid driving license for heavy vehicles
- EWS and General category candidates competitive for most districts
- Final selection depends on PET + medical fitness
Moderate — PET qualification likely
50–65%
- Police Constable (General Duty) — likely PET call for most categories
- Police Constable (Fireman) — Bihar Fire Services, pay level as per 7th CPC state matrix
- Home District quota significantly improves selection chances
- Must clear PET: 1600m run (male), 800m run (female) in stipulated time
Marginal — PET stage uncertain
35–50%
- May qualify for Physical Efficiency Test (PET) in reserved categories
- District-wise vacancies affect chances significantly
- Home District (HD) candidates have better prospects
- Written test alone insufficient — PET preparation critical
Below qualifying threshold
0–35%
- Unlikely to clear minimum qualifying marks
- Focus on strengthening general knowledge and Hindi
- Review basic mathematics and reasoning
- Plan for next recruitment cycle
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