By Akash Sharma Bihar Police is one of the largest state police forces in India, with a sanctioned strength running into several lakh officers across the constable, sub-inspector, inspector, and gazetted officer grades. The Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC) conducts recruitment for Constable posts, while the Bihar Police Sub-ordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) handles Sub-Inspector and above. For young candidates from Bihar and adjoining states, a Bihar Police career represents stable government employment, structured salary growth, social respect, and a defined promotion ladder.
This article covers the complete Bihar Police salary for 2026 — rank by rank, component by component, with verified in-hand figures.
Bihar Police Salary 2026: Quick Overview
| Rank | Pay Level | Basic Pay | Approx. In-Hand Salary |
| Constable (GD) | Level 3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 | ₹30,000 – ₹40,000 |
| Head Constable | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | ₹38,000 – ₹48,000 |
| ASI (Asst. Sub Inspector) | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | ₹44,000 – ₹52,000 |
| Sub Inspector (SI/Daroga) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | ₹49,000 – ₹58,000 |
| Inspector | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹60,000 – ₹72,000 |
| DSP (Deputy SP) | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 | ₹78,000 – ₹92,000 |
| SP (Superintendent of Police) | Level 13 | ₹1,23,100+ | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
Bihar Police Constable Salary 2026: Detailed Breakdown
The Constable (General Duty) is the most widely recruited rank in Bihar Police — selected through CSBC. With 19,838 vacancies announced in the most recent cycle, it is one of the largest government recruitments in the state.
Pay Scale
Level 3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
Grade Pay reference: ₹2,000. Annual increment of 3 percent per year.
Salary Components
| Component | Amount (Approx.) |
| Basic Pay | ₹21,700 |
| Dearness Allowance (60%) | ₹13,020 |
| HRA (Patna/Urban — 20%) | ₹4,340 |
| HRA (District Posting — 10%) | ₹2,170 |
| Medical Allowance | ₹500 – ₹1,000 |
| Uniform / Kit Allowance | Annual component |
| Gross Monthly (Patna Posting) | ₹40,000 – ₹42,660 |
| Gross Monthly (District Posting) | ₹37,000 – ₹39,000 |
| NPS + Deductions | ₹3,000 – ₹4,000 |
| In-Hand (Patna) | ₹37,000 – ₹39,000 |
| In-Hand (District) | ₹30,000 – ₹37,000 |
Bihar’s current DA rate is approximately 60 percent — Bihar follows central government DA revision timelines in most cases. At 60 percent DA, the Bihar Constable salary is slightly higher than many other state police forces.
Bihar-Specific Salary Features
DA Rate: Currently 60 Percent
Bihar follows central government DA revisions closely. At 60 percent DA, a Constable’s DA component alone is ₹13,020 per month — meaningfully higher than state forces where DA lags at 46 to 50 percent.
HRA Structure in Bihar
Bihar does not follow the central 27/18/9 percent HRA structure:
- Patna (state capital / major city): 20% of basic pay
- District Headquarters: 10% of basic pay
- Other postings: 8% of basic pay
The 20 percent Patna HRA (₹4,340 for Constable) is lower than Delhi Police’s 27 percent X-category HRA — one of the reasons a central force constable earns more than a Bihar Police constable at identical basic pay.
NPS Contribution
Bihar Police personnel recruited after 2005 are under the New Pension System. Employee contributes 10 percent of (basic + DA) = approximately ₹3,472 per month at Constable level.
Training Period Salary
All newly recruited Bihar Police Constables undergo a training period at state police training academies — typically 6 to 9 months. During training:
- Basic pay and DA are paid
- HRA is not provided (accommodation provided in police lines)
- Training period salary: approximately ₹25,000 to ₹30,000 per month
Full allowances including HRA begin after training completion and official posting.
Bihar Police Salary: Post-Wise Detailed Breakdown
Head Constable — Level 4 (Basic Pay ₹25,500)
| Component | Amount |
| Basic Pay | ₹25,500 |
| DA (60%) | ₹15,300 |
| HRA (Patna 20%) | ₹5,100 |
| Medical + TA | ₹2,000 – ₹3,000 |
| Gross Monthly | ₹46,000 – ₹50,000 |
| In-Hand | ₹38,000 – ₹48,000 |
Sub Inspector (Daroga) — Level 6 (Basic Pay ₹35,400)
Bihar’s Sub Inspector post — popularly called Daroga — is one of the most prestigious and competitive state police posts:
| Component | Amount |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| DA (60%) | ₹21,240 |
| HRA (Patna 20%) | ₹7,080 |
| TA + Medical | ₹3,000 – ₹4,500 |
| Gross Monthly | ₹64,000 – ₹68,000 |
| NPS Deduction | ₹5,616 |
| In-Hand | ₹49,000 – ₹58,000 |
Inspector — Level 7 (Basic Pay ₹44,900)
| Gross Monthly | ₹78,000 – ₹82,000 |
| In-Hand | ₹60,000 – ₹72,000 |
DSP (Deputy Superintendent of Police) — Level 10 (Basic Pay ₹56,100)
| Gross Monthly | ₹95,000 – ₹1,02,000 |
| In-Hand | ₹78,000 – ₹92,000 |
Bihar Police Allowances: Complete List
| Allowance | Details |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | ~60% of basic pay, revised Jan and July |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 20% (Patna), 10% (district HQ), 8% (others) |
| Medical Allowance | ₹500 – ₹1,000 per month |
| Uniform Allowance | Annual — ₹10,000 – ₹15,000 per year |
| Travel Allowance | Official duty travel reimbursement |
| Vehicle Allowance | For officers using personal vehicles for duty |
| Ration Money | Field/operational deployments |
| Risk Allowance | Operational zone postings |
| Washing Allowance | For personnel maintaining uniforms |
Benefits Beyond Monthly Salary
Government Accommodation (Police Lines) — Bihar Police maintains residential quarters in police lines across all districts. Constables and Sub-Inspectors who receive allotment save their entire HRA equivalent in private rent.
Medical Facilities — State government hospital access for police personnel and their dependents.
NPS Pension — For personnel recruited after 2005: both employee and government contribute monthly, building a retirement corpus.
Leave Entitlements — 30 days earned leave, 8 days casual leave, medical leave annually.
Annual Increment — 3 percent of basic pay mandatory every year.
MACP (Modified Assured Career Progression) — Financial upgrade guaranteed at 10-year intervals if no formal promotion has occurred.
Bihar Police Salary After 5, 10 and 20 Years
| Stage | Basic Pay | Estimated Monthly In-Hand |
| At Joining (Constable) | ₹21,700 | ₹30,000 – ₹39,000 |
| After 5 years | ₹25,086 | ₹36,000 – ₹45,000 |
| After 10 years (MACP Level 4) | ₹25,500 | ₹40,000 – ₹50,000 |
| After 10 years (HC promoted) | ₹25,500 | ₹40,000 – ₹50,000 |
| After 15 years (ASI level) | ₹29,200 | ₹48,000 – ₹58,000 |
| After 20 years (SI level) | ₹35,400 | ₹55,000 – ₹65,000 |
Bihar Police Promotion Ladder
| Rank | Pay Level | Timeline |
| Constable | Level 3 | At joining |
| Head Constable | Level 4 | 8–10 years + departmental exam |
| ASI | Level 5 | 5 years as HC + exam |
| Sub Inspector (Daroga) | Level 6 | Departmental exam |
| Inspector | Level 7 | After SI service |
| DSP | Level 10 | After Inspector service |
| SP | Level 13+ | Senior career |
Bihar Police Constable vs UP Police Constable: Comparison
| Feature | Bihar Police | UP Police |
| Basic Pay | ₹21,700 | ₹21,700 |
| DA Rate | ~60% | ~50% |
| HRA (Urban) | 20% | 16% |
| In-Hand (Urban) | ₹37,000 – ₹39,000 | ₹30,000 – ₹35,302 |
| 13th Month | No | Yes (Pushtahar Bhatta) |
Bihar’s higher DA rate (60% vs UP’s 50%) delivers a meaningfully higher gross salary despite identical basic pay — making Bihar Constable gross salary ₹2,000 to ₹3,000 per month higher than UP at current rates.
8th Pay Commission: Expected Impact on Bihar Police
Based on anticipated state adoption of 8th Pay Commission recommendations:
- Constable basic pay could rise from ₹21,700 to approximately ₹43,400 to ₹49,000
- In-hand salary could reach ₹50,000 to ₹60,000 per month at district postings
- DA resets to zero on implementation and recalculates on new base
State adoption timelines vary — until Bihar officially notifies new pay scales, 7th Pay Commission rates apply.
Conclusion
Bihar Police Constable salary in 2026 starts at ₹21,700 basic pay with in-hand of ₹30,000 to ₹39,000 per month depending on posting location — with Patna postings consistently delivering higher in-hand due to 20 percent HRA. The package grows reliably through Bihar’s 60 percent DA rate, annual 3 percent increments, and a structured promotion ladder from Constable to Sub-Inspector to Inspector. Combined with police accommodation, medical facilities, NPS pension, and the long-term financial security of permanent state government employment, Bihar Police remains one of the most sought-after career destinations for aspirants across Bihar and adjoining states.
FAQs
Q1. What is the Bihar Police Constable in-hand salary in 2026?
At a Patna or urban posting, in-hand salary is approximately ₹37,000 to ₹39,000 per month. At district-level postings, in-hand ranges from ₹30,000 to ₹37,000. The difference is primarily driven by HRA — 20 percent in Patna versus 10 percent at district headquarters.
Q2. What is the basic pay for Bihar Police Constable?
₹21,700 per month at Pay Level 3 of the 7th Pay Commission. Grade pay reference is ₹2,000.
Q3. What is the Bihar Police Sub Inspector (Daroga) salary in 2026?
A Bihar Police Sub Inspector at Level 6 draws basic pay of ₹35,400. In-hand salary at Patna posting is approximately ₹49,000 to ₹58,000 per month after NPS and other deductions.
Q4. What HRA does a Bihar Police Constable receive?
Bihar Police HRA is 20 percent of basic pay at Patna and major urban postings (₹4,340/month), 10 percent at district headquarters (₹2,170/month), and 8 percent elsewhere.
Q5. How long does it take to become Head Constable in Bihar Police?
Typically 8 to 10 years of service as Constable, combined with clearing the departmental promotion examination and vacancy availability. Promotion to ASI requires approximately 5 more years as Head Constable.