The Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar releases the official recruitment notification for Bihar Fireman (Agni) Vacancy 2026 in the Bihar Fire Services department. Intermediate (10+2) pass male and female candidates looking for a government job in Bihar Police Fire Services can submit their online application form on the official CSBC portal csbc.bihar.gov.in.
This complete guide details the CSBC Bihar Fireman recruitment process, including online application dates, vacancy details, physical requirements (PET/PMT), written test pattern, syllabus, monthly salary scale, and direct step-by-step instructions to apply online.
Bihar Fireman Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Recruitment Event | Official Schedule / Dates |
| CSBC Fireman Notification 2026 PDF Release | October 2026 |
| Bihar Fireman Apply Online Start Date | October 2026 |
| Bihar Fireman Application Form Last Date | November 2026 |
| Online Application Fee Payment Last Date | November 2026 |
| CSBC Fireman Written Exam Date 2026 | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Bihar Fireman Admit Card Release Date | 10 Days Before Written Exam |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Date | February 2027 |
| Final Merit List Declaration | March / April 2027 |
CSBC Bihar Fireman Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Recruitment Parameter | Key Details |
| Exam Conducting Body | Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar |
| Department | Bihar Fire Services (Bihar Home Dept.) |
| Post Name | Fireman (Agni / अग्निशामक) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 01/2026 |
| Educational Qualification | 12th Pass (10+2 Intermediate) from a recognized board |
| Selection Stages | Written Exam (Qualifying) → Physical Test (PET/PMT – 100 Marks) → Document Verification → Medical Exam |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Official Website | csbc.bihar.gov.in |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Qualification Breakdown
| Post Name | Gender Eligibility | Qualification Required | Age Limit (General Category) | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
| Bihar Fireman (Agni) | Both Male & Female | 10+2 Intermediate (or Maulvi / Shastri equivalent certificates from Bihar State Boards) | 18 to 25 Years | Level 3 (Basic ₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
Category-Wise Age Limit & Relaxations
Calculated as per official CSBC guidelines:
- Unreserved (UR) / EWS (Male & Female): 18 to 25 Years
- OBC / EBC (Male): 18 to 27 Years
- OBC / EBC (Female): 18 to 28 Years
- SC / ST (Male & Female): 18 to 30 Years
- Home Guard Candidates of Bihar: Relaxation up to 5 Years in upper age limit.
CSBC Bihar Fireman Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process is divided into two major phases:
[ Stage 1: OMR Written Exam (Qualifying - Min 30%) ] ──> [ Stage 2: Physical Test (PET - 100 Marks) ] ──> [ Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical ]
1. Stage 1: OMR Written Examination Pattern
The written test serves as a screening test to shortlist candidates for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) in a 1:5 ratio against available vacancies.
| Subject Area | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Exam Duration |
| Hindi & English Language | 15 | 15 | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Mathematics | 10 | 10 | 2 Hours |
| Social Studies (History, Geography, Civics) | 30 | 30 | 2 Hours |
| Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) | 30 | 30 | 2 Hours |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 15 | 15 | 2 Hours |
| Total Written Exam | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 2 Hours |
- Exam Standard: 10th (Matriculation) level questions.
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer. No negative marking.
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 30% marks are required to qualify for physical test evaluation.
Stage 2: Physical Measurement (PMT) & Efficiency Test (PET) Standards
Note: The Final Merit List is prepared strictly based on the marks scored in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET – 100 Marks).
1. Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Standards
| Category | Height (Male) | Height (Female) | Male Chest (Unexpanded) | Male Chest (Expanded) | Minimum Female Weight |
| UR / BC (Male) | 165 cm | 155 cm | 81 cm | 86 cm (Min 5 cm expansion) | 48 kg |
| EBC (Male) | 161 cm | 155 cm | 81 cm | 86 cm | 48 kg |
| SC / ST (Male) | 160 cm | 155 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm | 48 kg |
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – 100 Marks Breakdown
A. Running (50 Marks)
- Male Candidates (1.6 Km / 1 Mile in Max 6 Minutes):
- Under 5 Minutes: 50 Marks
- 5 Min to 5 Min 20 Sec: 40 Marks
- 5 Min 20 Sec to 5 Min 40 Sec: 30 Marks
- 5 Min 40 Sec to 6 Minutes: 20 Marks(More than 6 minutes = Disqualified)
- Female Candidates (1 Km in Max 5 Minutes):
- Under 4 Minutes: 50 Marks
- 4 Min to 4 Min 20 Sec: 40 Marks
- 4 Min 20 Sec to 4 Min 40 Sec: 30 Marks
- 4 Min 40 Sec to 5 Minutes: 20 Marks(More than 5 minutes = Disqualified)
B. Shot Put / Gola Fenk (25 Marks)
- Male (16 Pound Shot – Target 16 to 20+ Feet):
- 16 – 17 Feet: 9 Marks | 17 – 18 Feet: 13 Marks | 18 – 19 Feet: 17 Marks | 19 – 20 Feet: 21 Marks | Above 20 Feet: 25 Marks
- Female (12 Pound Shot – Target 10 to 14+ Feet):
- 10 – 11 Feet: 9 Marks | 11 – 12 Feet: 13 Marks | 12 – 13 Feet: 17 Marks | 13 – 14 Feet: 21 Marks | Above 14 Feet: 25 Marks
C. High Jump (25 Marks)
- Male (Min 4 Feet Target):
- 4 Feet: 13 Marks | 4 Feet 4 Inches: 17 Marks | 4 Feet 8 Inches: 21 Marks | 5 Feet: 25 Marks
- Female (Min 3 Feet Target):
- 3 Feet: 13 Marks | 3 Feet 4 Inches: 17 Marks | 3 Feet 8 Inches: 21 Marks | 4 Feet: 25 Marks
Bihar Fireman Salary Structure 2026
| Salary Component | Pay Level Details |
| Pay Matrix Level | Level 3 (7th Pay Commission) |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Basic Starting Salary | ₹21,700 per month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | ~₹10,850 (50% of Basic) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹1,736 – ₹3,472 (Depending on City Class in Bihar) |
| Medical & Uniform Allowance | ₹1,000 + ₹1,000 |
| Ration Money Allowance (RMA) | ₹3,000 per month |
| Approximate Monthly In-Hand Salary | ₹34,000 – ₹38,000 per month |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / EWS / EBC / BC (Male & Female) | ₹675 |
| SC / ST / All Female Candidates of Bihar Domicile | ₹180 |
How to Fill CSBC Bihar Fireman Online Application Form 2026
- Visit the official CSBC portal at
csbc.bihar.gov.in. - Select the “Bihar Fire Services” tab on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled “Apply Online for the post of Fireman in Bihar Fire Services”.
- Complete Step 1 Registration: Enter Candidate Name, Mobile Number, Email ID, Bihar Domicile Status, Category, and Date of Birth.
- Pay the required application fee via Net Banking, UPI, or Credit/Debit Card to receive your Registration ID.
- Proceed to Step 2 Application Form: Log in using your Registration ID and Password.
- Fill in educational details (10th and 12th Roll Numbers, Board Name, Passing Year) and permanent address details.
- Upload scanned documents:
- Color passport photo (White background, 20 KB to 50 KB in JPG format).
- Signature in English and Hindi (Black/Blue ink on white paper, 10 KB to 20 KB).
- Preview all entries carefully and click Submit Application Form.
- Download and print the acknowledgment receipt and application form PDF for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the minimum educational qualification for Bihar Fireman recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have completed 12th Pass (10+2 Intermediate) or equivalent qualifications (such as Maulvi Certificate from Bihar State Madrasa Board or Shastri Certificate from Bihar State Sanskrit Board) on or before the application deadline.
2. What is the official website to apply online for CSBC Bihar Fireman posts?
The official portal to submit online application forms is csbc.bihar.gov.in under the “Bihar Fire Services” section.
3. Is there any negative marking in the Bihar Fireman written examination?
No, there is no negative marking in the CSBC Bihar Fireman written examination. Each correct answer carries 1 mark out of 100 total marks.
4. How is the final merit list prepared for the Bihar Fireman vacancy?
The final merit list is prepared entirely on the basis of marks obtained in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET – 100 Marks), which includes Running (50 Marks), Shot Put (25 Marks), and High Jump (25 Marks). The written exam is purely qualifying in nature.
5. What is the age limit for general category candidates in CSBC Fireman?
The general age limit for Unreserved (UR) male and female candidates is 18 to 25 years. Age relaxation applies to BC/EBC, SC/ST, and Home Guard categories as per Bihar government norms.
6. What is the monthly starting salary for a Bihar Police Fireman?
A Bihar Fireman is appointed at Pay Level 3 (Basic ₹21,700). Adding allowances like DA, HRA, Ration Money, and Uniform Allowance, the starting in-hand salary ranges between ₹34,000 and ₹38,000 per month.
