“One Result, Thousands of Dreams — Bihar Police SI Journey Begins!”
The Bihar Daroga Result 2026 has officially been released by the Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC). Candidates who appeared for the Sub-Inspector (SI) Preliminary Examination can now check their qualification status on the official website bpssc.bihar.gov.in. The exam was conducted on January 18 and January 21, 2026 for 1,799 vacancies, attracting massive participation from across Bihar.
Table of Contents
- Bihar Daroga Result 2026 Overview
- Exam Participation Statistics
- Expected Cutoff Marks
- How to Check Bihar SI Result
- What Happens After Prelims?
- Important Advice for Candidates
Bihar Daroga Result 2026 Overview
The BPSSC conducted the preliminary examination to shortlist candidates for the next stage of the recruitment process. Out of the lakhs of applicants, only a limited number have qualified for the mains examination.
- Exam Name: Bihar Police Sub-Inspector (Daroga) Prelims
- Conducting Body: BPSSC
- Total Vacancies: 1,799
- Exam Dates: January 18 & 21, 2026
- Result Status: Released
- Qualified Candidates: ~35,980
The merit list has been published in PDF format, which includes the roll numbers and categories of the candidates who qualified for the next round.
Exam Participation Statistics
The Bihar Daroga recruitment exam witnessed a huge response from candidates.
- Total Registered Candidates: 10,36,702
- Total Appeared Candidates: 7,26,231
- Disqualified Candidates: 29,272
- Candidates Qualified for Mains: ~35,980
Many candidates were disqualified due to form errors, incorrect details, or OMR sheet issues. Despite this, the competition remained intense due to the high number of applicants.
Expected Cutoff Marks
The official cutoff marks have not yet been released, but based on exam trends and candidate feedback, the expected cutoff may fall within the following ranges:
- UR Male: 130 – 140
- UR Female: 100 – 110
- EBC / BC Male: 100 – 110
- SC / ST Male: 85 – 95
Female category cutoffs are usually 10–15 marks lower than male candidates. Due to the large number of participants this year, cutoff marks may be slightly higher compared to previous years.
How to Check Bihar Daroga Result 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to check their result:
- Visit the official BPSSC website – bpssc.bihar.gov.in
- Click on “SI Prelims Result 2026”
- Download the merit list PDF
- Press Ctrl + F and search your roll number
- Verify your qualification status in the list
Candidates are advised to download and keep a copy of the merit list for future reference.
What Happens After Prelims?
Candidates who qualified in the preliminary exam will now appear in the Bihar Daroga Mains Examination.
- Mains Exam Date: April 19, 2026
- Next Stage: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Admit Card: Expected to release soon on BPSSC website
The mains exam will play a crucial role in determining the final shortlist for physical testing and final selection.
Important Advice for Candidates
With intense competition and limited government job opportunities in Bihar, candidates who cleared the prelims should immediately begin focused preparation for the mains exam. Time management, revision, and mock tests will be key factors in success.