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BPSSC SI Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (BPSSC SI) 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 | 136-148 marks (68-74%) |
| EWS | 130-142 marks (65-71%) |
| OBC | 122-136 marks (61-68%) |
| SC | 108-122 marks (54-61%) |
| ST | 102-116 marks (51-58%) |
| PwD | 90-108 marks (45-54%) |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 12-16 marks above OBC and 28-40 marks above SC/ST categories, reflecting competitive field strength in Bihar state police recruitments.
- Year-to-year shifts: Cutoffs fluctuate with paper difficulty (especially reasoning & general studies sections), vacancy count, and applicant pool quality; variations of ±8-12 marks across cycles are common.
- Realistic targets: General candidates should aim for 145+ marks for comfort margin, while reserved category aspirants benefit significantly from scoring above their category's upper band to improve rank positioning in merit lists.
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Exceptional — State topper range
92–100%
- Sub-Inspector (Bihar Police) — approximately top 50-100 statewide
- Choice postings: Patna SSP office, Director General HQ, STF units
- Earmarked for leadership roles: likely DSP within 5-7 years
- Consideration for deputation to CBI, NIA, IB after service years
- May receive Chief Minister's commendation medal
- Automatic consideration for specialized investigation units
Top tier — Final merit toppers
82–92%
- Sub-Inspector (Bihar Police) — expected among top 200 in final merit
- Priority posting options: Patna headquarters, special branches
- Fast-track for promotion to Inspector within 3-5 years
- Likely selection for specialized training: NPA Hyderabad, LBSNAA modules
- May be considered for Chief Minister's security detail or vigilance units
High scorer — Merit list contenders
72–82%
- Sub-Inspector (Bihar Police, Executive) — likely among top 500-800 candidates
- Strong chance for urban postings: Patna City, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur headquarters
- May qualify for BPSSC empanelment for promotion track
- Eligible for specialized units after training: Crime Branch, Economic Offences, Cyber Cell
- Final merit depends on mains (40%) + interview (10%) performance
Safe qualification — Competitive range
62–72%
- Sub-Inspector (Bihar Police) — Strong prelims score, all categories
- Competitive for district postings: Patna, Nalanda, Darbhanga, Begusarai
- Pay level 9, Grade Pay ₹4200, in-hand ~₹45,000-50,000
- Good chance for preferred posting zone in mains merit
- Focus on mains prep: detailed law, Bihar police act, essay writing
General category qualifying range
50–62%
- Sub-Inspector (Bihar Police, Executive cadre) — General category borderline, pay level 9
- Likely to clear prelims; mains performance critical
- Posted across Bihar districts — Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur zones
- Must clear PET (running, high jump, long jump standards)
- Interview and document verification stages ahead
Borderline — Reserved category range
35–50%
- May qualify for mains if EBC/BC/SC/ST category (cut-offs typically 35-45%)
- General category unlikely to proceed
- Sub-Inspector (Bihar Police) — Group C, pay level 9, executive cadre
- Strengthen: Current Affairs, Bihar-specific policing topics
- Physical efficiency test (PET) mandatory for qualified candidates
Below qualifying threshold
0–35%
- Unlikely to clear prelims cut-off
- Score typically falls short of general category minimum
- Focus on fundamentals: Bihar GK, Constitution, Arithmetic
- Consider retaking after strengthening weak areas
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