Bastar Fighter Constable Bharti 2026: Eligibility, Physical Standards & How to Apply
Want a police job in your own district? The Superintendent of Police, Bijapur (Chhattisgarh Police) has invited applications for 417 Bastar Fighter Constable (Bastar Fighter Aarakshak) posts. Only local residents of Bijapur district can apply. The post carries Pay Level-4 with allowances. Class 10 pass candidates qualify, while ST candidates and members of Naxal-victim families need only Class 5 pass. If this is your home district, this is a real chance.
The form is offline. Applications are open from 2 November 2026 and must reach the office by 12 December 2026, 5 PM, by hand or by Registered Post. This guide covers vacancies, age, physical standards, selection stages and the exact way to send your form. Read it fully, and keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in for more Chhattisgarh government jobs.
Bijapur Police Bastar Fighter Constable Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Office of the Superintendent of Police, Bijapur, Chhattisgarh Police |
| Post | Bastar Fighter Aarakshak (Bastar Fighter Constable) |
| Total Vacancies | 417 |
| Pay | Pay Level-4 of the Pay Matrix, plus allowances |
| Job Location | District Bijapur, Chhattisgarh |
| Who Can Apply | Local residents of Bijapur district only |
| Mode of Application | Offline, on the prescribed form |
| Application Start | 2 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 12 December 2026, 5 PM |
| Governing Rules | Govt notification ESTB-1/762/2025-HOME SECTION dated 31.08.2026; disqualification as per its para 09 |
How Many Vacancies in Bijapur Bastar Fighter Constable Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 19 |
| OBC | 68 |
| SC | 40 |
| ST | 290 |
| Total | 417 |
The notification gives no male and female split. Horizontal reservation applies within these numbers, and the number of posts may go up or down as the State Government and Police Headquarters decide.
| Horizontal Reservation | Share |
|---|---|
| Local women candidates of Bijapur | 30% of posts |
| Ex-Servicemen | 10% |
| Nagar Sainik (Home Guards) | 25% |
| Sahayak Aarakshak (Assistant Constables) | 15% |
| Ex-Agniveers | 10% (horizontal and category-wise) |
What is the Eligibility for Bijapur Bastar Fighter Constable Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Candidate | Requirement |
|---|---|
| General, OBC, SC | Class 10 pass from a school in Chhattisgarh or Madhya Pradesh |
| ST candidates | Class 5 pass |
| Naxal-victim families (all categories) | Class 5 pass |
| Relief-camp families in Naxal-affected areas (all categories) | Class 5 pass |
You must hold the qualification by 12 December 2026. You must also be a local resident of Bijapur district, and a local residence certificate from the competent officer is required with your form. Applying does not confirm your eligibility, and the selection committee’s decision on eligibility is final.
Age Limit
The age limit is 18 to 28 years as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST and OBC | Up to 5 years in upper age |
| Local women of Bijapur | Up to 10 years in upper age |
| Permanent Chhattisgarh Government servant | Upper age 36 years |
| Temporary post holder applying for another post | Upper age 36 years |
| Retrenched Government servant | Temporary service up to 7 years is deducted, but age cannot exceed the upper limit by more than 3 years |
The 36-year limit also covers contingency-paid and work-charged employees and those working under Pariyojana Karyanvayan Samiti. All relaxations follow Chhattisgarh Government guidelines. Use our age tool to check your age on the cut-off date.
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Physical Standards
| Standard | General, SC, OBC | ST |
|---|---|---|
| Height (male) | 163 cm or more | 150 cm or more |
| Height (female) | 153 cm or more | 148 cm or more |
| Chest unexpanded (male) | 79 cm | 74 cm |
| Chest expanded (male) | 84 cm | 79 cm |
Male candidates need a minimum chest expansion of 5 cm in every category. Women are exempt from the chest requirement. You must be medically fit, free from eye disease and able to tell the main colours apart. You must not be physically disabled and must not have knock-knee or flat-foot. Third-gender candidates follow the male or female standard, depending on the gender stated in the certificate, which is mandatory. The committee’s decision on measurement is final.
What is the Salary for Bastar Fighter Constable 2026?
The post is placed in Level-4 of the Pay Matrix, plus allowances payable from time to time. The notification does not state the basic pay amount, so check the latest Chhattisgarh Pay Matrix before you plan your budget. Pay may also change as per State Government instructions.
What is the Selection Process for Bastar Fighter Constable 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Document Verification | Checks your certificates |
| Physical Measurement | Height and chest as per the standards above |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | 100 marks |
| Written Examination | 50 marks, objective type |
| Interview | 20 marks |
| Bonus Marks | Up to 30 marks |
| Final Merit List | PET + written + interview + bonus marks |
| PET Event | Marks |
|---|---|
| Long jump | 20 |
| High jump | 20 |
| Shot put | 20 |
| 100 m race | 20 |
| 800 m race | 20 |
You get one chance per event, and you must take part in all events. You need at least 60% of the 100 PET marks if you are unreserved, and 50% if you are SC, ST or OBC. If you are unhappy with an assessment, you can appeal to the selection committee, whose decision is final.
The written exam covers General Knowledge, Mental Ability, Analytical Ability, local geographical structure, culture, tradition, social values and Arithmetic. Up to 15 times the advertised posts are called for the written exam, and up to 3 times the posts are called for the interview, with all candidates at the equal cut-off included. Exam duration and negative marking are not mentioned, and separate dates will be issued for every stage.
| Bonus Marks Item | Marks |
|---|---|
| Knowledge of the local dialect of the district | 20 |
| Heavy motor vehicle driving licence | 5 |
| NCC “C” or NSS “C” certificate | 5 |
Your bonus certificates must be held by the last date of application. Begin PET practice now, because it carries the most marks. You can read more about exam preparation on our syllabus page.
How to Apply Offline for Bijapur Police Bastar Fighter Constable Recruitment 2026?
There is no online form. Keep these ready: self-attested copies of your mark sheets, age proof, local residence certificate, and caste, age-relaxation or Naxal-victim family certificates if they apply to you. Government employees need a NOC from their department head.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the notification PDF from Essential Links below. The application form is on pages 4 to 6. |
| 2 | Fill the form by hand in clear letters. Paste a recent passport-size photo, not older than 3 months. |
| 3 | Attach self-attested copies of all documents, including certificates for any reservation or bonus marks you claim (Ex-Serviceman, Ex-Agniveer, Sahayak Aarakshak, Home Guard service certificate from the District Commandant, relief-camp family, NCC/NSS “C”, heavy licence), and fill in the acknowledgement slip (pavati) at the end, which the receiving office signs and returns as proof. |
| 4 | Submit it during office hours at one of five SDO (Police) offices: Bhairamgarh, Kutru, Farsegarh, Bhopalpatnam or Awapalli. |
| 5 | Or send it only by Registered Post to the Superintendent of Police, District Bijapur, PIN 494444. |
| 6 | Make sure it reaches by 12 December 2026, 5 PM. Late applications are not accepted. |
| 7 | Keep the postal receipt safe and carry it on the day of recruitment. |
Post early, because late receipts are not accepted. If you have a criminal case or were declared medically unfit, answer those yes/no questions in the form truthfully. If you are a 10th pass candidate looking for more such jobs, keep exploring.
What are the Important Dates for Bastar Fighter Constable Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 31 October 2026 |
| Application Start | 2 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 December 2026, 5 PM |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 1 January 2026 |
| Document Verification, PET, Written Exam, Interview | To be notified separately |
What is the Application Fee for Bijapur Police Bastar Fighter Constable Recruitment 2026?
The advertisement does not mention any application fee. If you need to know about any payment, ask only at the Superintendent of Police office, Bijapur, and watch the Other Govt Jobs page for updates.
Important Links for Bijapur Police Bastar Fighter Constable Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF and Application Form (Hindi)
- Official Notification Page for Bijapur Police Bastar Fighter Constable Recruitment 2026
- Visit Bijapur Police Bastar Fighter Constable Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Chhattisgarh Government Jobs Telegram Channel
Friends, the last date is 12 December 2026, 5 PM, so fill your form carefully, collect your certificates and send it in good time. If you live in Bijapur and meet the standards, don’t let this chance slip away. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more updates and admit card notifications.