CSBS Bihar Police PET: 50 marks race + two 25-mark tests. Passing each stage is mandatory.
Bihar Police Constable Physical Test Details
The recruitment process for Bihar Police Constable is currently underway. The written examination is being conducted, and the next crucial stage will be the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
This PET is a decisive part of the selection process and includes activities such as running, high jump, and shot put. The final merit list will be based on candidates' performance in this stage. Failing to meet the minimum criteria in any PET event will result in disqualification.
Special Guidelines for Female Candidates
Candidates who clear the written test will be called for the PET in a specific selection ratio. To qualify, candidates must pass each of the three events (running, high jump, and shot put) individually. No relaxation will be granted in minimum criteria. Female candidates must also declare that they are not pregnant before appearing for the PET. Pregnant candidates will not be allowed to participate.
Running – Maximum 50 Marks
Male (1.6 km):
Under 5 minutes: 50 marks
5 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: Fail
Female (1 km):
Under 4 minutes: 50 marks
4 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: Fail
Shot Put – Maximum 25 Marks
Male (16 lbs shot):
16–17 ft: 9 marks
17–18 ft: 13 marks
18–19 ft: 17 marks
19–20 ft: 21 marks
Over 20 ft: 25 marks
Below 16 ft: Fail
Female (12 lbs shot):
12–13 ft: 9 marks
13–14 ft: 13 marks
14–15 ft: 17 marks
15–16 ft: 21 marks
Over 16 ft: 25 marks
Below 12 ft: Fail
High Jump – Maximum 25 Marks
Male (minimum 4 ft):
4 ft: 13 marks
4 ft 4 in: 17 marks
4 ft 8 in: 21 marks
5 ft: 25 marks
Below 4 ft: Fail
Female (minimum 3 ft):
3 ft: 13 marks
3 ft 4 in: 17 marks
3 ft 8 in: 21 marks
4 ft: 25 marks
Below 3 ft: Fail
Attempts and Time Limits
Candidates must complete the race within the given time. Male candidates taking more than 6 minutes and female candidates taking more than 5 minutes will be disqualified and not allowed to attempt other events. A maximum of three attempts will be allowed for high jump and shot put. Candidates must qualify in all three events separately.
Physical Measurement Standards
Category Height Chest (Unexpanded) Chest (Expanded) Weight
General/Backward Class Male 165 cm 81 cm 86 cm N/A
Extremely Backward Class Male 160 cm 81 cm 86 cm N/A
SC/ST Male 160 cm 79 cm 84 cm N/A
Women (All Categories) 155 cm N/A N/A 48 kg
Document Verification after PET
Candidates who qualify the PET will be called for document verification. They must produce original certificates related to identity, education, and reservation. Failure to provide valid documents may lead to cancellation of candidature.
Required Documents:
Identity proof: Aadhar card, voter ID, or driving license
Educational certificates:
10th certificate and mark sheet (for date of birth)
12th certificate and mark sheet
Caste and reservation certificates:
SC/ST: Caste certificate
BC/EBC: Caste certificate, Permanent Residence Certificate, Non-Creamy Layer Certificate