Getting ready for the Bihar Police Prohibition Constable Exam 2025? Great move. This exam is your entry point into one of the most disciplined law enforcement teams in Bihar. But cracking it isn’t just about physical strength—it’s about strategy, subject knowledge, and smart preparation.
The selection process involves a written test followed by a physical endurance test, both equally important. Here’s your detailed guide to the full syllabus and updated exam pattern.
Table of Contents
Overview
The Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC) conducts the Bihar Police Prohibition Constable Exam to recruit eligible candidates under the Home Department. The 2025 notification (Advt. No. 03/2025) outlines everything you need—from the syllabus to the selection process.
| Exam Name | Bihar Police Prohibition Constable Exam 2025 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC) |
| Department | Bihar Police / Home Department |
| Official Website | csbc.bih.nic.in |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Physical Endurance Test (PET) |
Subjects
The written test syllabus is based on the Class 10 (Matric) level of the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). You’ll be tested on these subjects:
- Hindi
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Science
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
Let’s break down each subject.
Hindi
The Hindi section tests your grasp of language, literature, and grammar.
Prose and Lessons:
- History and development of Hindi
- Stories from modern Hindi literature and women authors
- Biographies of Gandhi, Bhagat Singh
- Essays on education, water, culture, science
Poetry:
- Poems from Bhakti, Ritikal, Chhayavad, Pragativad, and contemporary poets
- Indian and world literature poetry
Grammar & Language:
- Gender, number, tenses
- Synonyms, antonyms
- Sentence structure, idioms, and phrases
- Literary devices, figures of speech
English
Covers Class 9 and 10 levels.
Reading & Comprehension:
- Short plays, essays, stories, and poetry
- Group discussions and composition writing
- Translation from Hindi
Grammar:
- Tenses, reported speech, passive voice
- Clauses, punctuation, idioms
- Word accent and intonation
Mathematics
Topics from Class 9 and 10 will be covered.
Class 9:
- Number System, Polynomials
- Profit & Loss, Simple Interest
- Geometry and Constructions
- Statistics and Probability
Class 10:
- Quadratic Equations, Factorisation
- Surface Area & Volume
- Basic Probability and Graphs
Science
Divided into Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Physics:
- Motion, Force, Work
- Sound, Light, Heat
- Electricity, Magnetism
Chemistry:
- Matter, Mixtures, Compounds
- Acids, Bases, Salts
- Metals and Non-metals
Biology:
- Cell structure, tissues, organs
- Human body systems, diseases
- Photosynthesis, Reproduction
- Environment and Evolution
Social
Covers History, Geography, Civics, and Economics.
History:
- Revolt of 1857, Gandhi’s role, Indian freedom struggle
- World Wars, Fascism, Russian Revolution
- Bihar’s role in independence
Civics:
- Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Duties
- Panchayati Raj, Judiciary
- Elections and Political Parties
Geography:
- Climate, Soil, Vegetation
- Resources like Water, Agriculture, Minerals
- Migration and Population
Economics:
- Poverty, Globalisation
- Planning and Development
- Banking and Inflation
Knowledge
This section checks your awareness of national and international events, Bihar’s history and culture, awards, science news, current policies, and recent developments.
Pattern
The exam is structured to assess both your intellectual and physical fitness. Here’s how:
Written Exam
- Objective-type questions
- OMR-based
- Duration: 2 hours
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Each question carries 1 mark
- Minimum qualifying mark: 30%
| Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi, English, Math, Science, Social Science, GK | 100 | 100 |
PET
Once you qualify in the written exam, you’ll move on to the Physical Endurance Test.
| Task | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Running | 50 |
| Shot Put | 25 |
| High Jump | 25 |
| Total | 100 |
Your final selection will be based on PET performance, not written marks.
Download
A downloadable PDF of the complete syllabus and pattern is available on the official site. This PDF includes everything mentioned above in a clear, easy-to-read format.
Download it directly from the CSBC website: csbc.bih.nic.in
Strategy
Here are some smart tips to ace the exam:
- Know the syllabus: Break it down section-wise and set weekly goals
- Use NCERT Books: Stick to Class 9 and 10 textbooks
- Solve past year papers: This improves your question familiarity and speed
- Mock Tests: Regular practice builds time management skills
- Stay fit: Start daily physical training to clear the PET
- Current Affairs: Read Bihar-specific and national daily news
- Stay consistent: Make a realistic study timetable and stick to it
FAQs
What is the Bihar Police Constable exam duration?
The written exam duration is 2 hours.
How many questions are there in the exam?
There are 100 objective questions in total.
Is there negative marking in the exam?
No, there is no negative marking.
How many marks is the PET round worth?
The PET round carries 100 marks.
Where can I download the syllabus PDF?
You can download it from csbc.bih.nic.in.
