Chhattisgarh Police has opened a major district-level recruitment for 417 Bastar Fighter Constable posts in Bijapur district. The detailed Bijapur advertisement was released on 31 October 2026, and offline applications are being accepted from 2 November to 12 December 2026 at 5:00 PM. This recruitment is strictly for eligible local residents of Bijapur district, so domicile is a core condition rather than a preference. The category-wise vacancy breakup is 19 UR, 68 OBC, 40 SC and 290 ST, giving a total of 417 posts. The basic educational requirement is Class 10, while the notified rules allow a Class 5 concession for eligible Scheduled Tribe candidates and specified Naxal-affected or relief-camp family categories. Candidates must generally be 18 to 28 years old as on 1 January 2026, subject to the applicable category relaxations. Selection is competitive and includes physical measurement/standards, a 100-mark Physical Efficiency Test, a 50-mark written examination, a 20-mark interview and up to 30 bonus marks for specified achievements. Applications can be submitted at designated police offices in Bijapur district or sent by registered post to the Superintendent of Police, Bijapur.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Chhattisgarh Police |
| Recruiting office | Office of the Superintendent of Police, Bijapur |
| Force | Bastar Fighter |
| Post | Fighter Constable |
| Total vacancies | 417 |
| Eligible area | Bijapur district local residents only |
| Notice date | 31 October 2026 |
| Application start | 2 November 2026 |
| Last date | 12 December 2026 |
| Closing time | 5:00 PM |
| Application mode | Offline / designated police offices / Registered Post |
| Job location | Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh |
| Pay | Pay Matrix Level 4, plus admissible allowances |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 19 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 |
| Total | 417 |
The vacancy arithmetic is 19 + 68 + 40 + 290 = 417.
Basic Qualification
The basic educational requirement is Class 10 pass. A Class 5 pass concession applies to eligible Scheduled Tribe candidates and the specified Naxal-affected or relief-camp family categories under the notified rules.
Local Residence Requirement
Only eligible local residents of Bijapur district can apply. Candidates should attach the prescribed local-resident certificate issued by the competent authority.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 28 years
- Cut-off date: 1 January 2026
Applicable relaxation is available under the notified Chhattisgarh rules.
Physical Standards
| Category | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| Male UR/OBC/SC | 163 cm | 79–84 cm |
| Male ST | 150 cm | 74–79 cm |
| Female UR/OBC/SC | 153 cm | Not applicable |
| Female ST | 148 cm | Not applicable |
Candidates must also satisfy the notified medical and physical-fitness conditions.
Selection Process
Selection includes:
- Document verification / physical measurement and standards.
- Physical Efficiency Test – 100 marks.
- Written Examination – 50 marks.
- Interview – 20 marks.
- Bonus marks – up to 30 marks.
Physical Efficiency Test
The PET includes Long Jump, High Jump, Shot Put, 100-metre Run and 800-metre Run, worth 20 marks each.
Written Examination
The 50-mark written test covers General Knowledge, intelligence/reasoning, analytical ability, local geography, culture and traditions, social values and arithmetic.
Bonus Marks
| Basis | Marks |
|---|---|
| Heavy Motor Vehicle Driving Licence | 5 |
| NCC ‘C’ or NSS ‘C’ Certificate | 5 |
| Knowledge of Bijapur district local dialect | 20 |
| Maximum | 30 |
Pay
The post is under Pay Matrix Level 4, with admissible allowances. No single rupee salary figure is inserted because the safely verified source states the pay level rather than one exact gross salary.
Application Fee
The detailed notification material does not clearly state a separate application fee. Candidates should not make any payment unless the official Bijapur/Chhattisgarh Police instructions specifically require it.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed advertisement | 31 October 2026 |
| Offline applications start | 2 November 2026 |
| Last date | 12 December 2026 |
| Closing time | 5:00 PM |
| PET / Written Exam / Interview | To be announced |
How to Apply for Bijapur Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026
- Open the official Chhattisgarh Police Bijapur Bastar Fighter notification and use the prescribed application form.
- Confirm that you are an eligible Bijapur district local resident.
- Check your age with Regal Naukri’s Age Calculator using 1 January 2026 as the cut-off date.
- Use the Government Job Eligibility Checker for a preliminary review, while treating the official notice as final.
- Fill the prescribed form clearly and attach the required photograph and certificates.
- Use the Government Job Document Checklist to organise the application.
- Review the Documents Required for Government Jobs guide before submission.
- Submit at a designated police office or send by Registered Post to the Superintendent of Police, Bijapur.
- Ensure the application reaches by 12 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.
- Keep a copy of the form and postal receipt or office acknowledgement.
Offline Submission Locations
Applications may be submitted at the listed SDOP offices at Bhairamgarh, Kutru, Farsegarh, Bhopalpatnam and Awapalli, or at the Office of the Superintendent of Police, Bijapur.
Postal Address
Office of the Superintendent of Police District Bijapur Chhattisgarh – 494444
Documents to Keep Ready
Keep the relevant photograph, age proof, qualification certificates, Bijapur local-resident certificate, category certificate, and any supporting HMV licence, NCC/NSS, Home Guard, Assistant Constable, ex-serviceman, former Agniveer, Naxal-affected/relief-camp or departmental NOC documents applicable to your claim.
Important Candidate Notes
- This recruitment is district-specific.
- Applications are offline.
- The 417 vacancies are 19 UR, 68 OBC, 40 SC and 290 ST.
- Physical fitness is a major part of selection.
- Bonus marks can affect final merit, so valid supporting certificates should be attached.
- Monitor the official police website for test dates and corrigenda.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 417 Bastar Fighter Constable vacancies.
Who can apply?
Only eligible local residents of Bijapur district can apply.
What is the basic qualification?
The basic requirement is Class 10, with a notified Class 5 concession for eligible ST and specified Naxal-affected/relief-camp family candidates.
What is the age limit?
The standard age limit is 18–28 years as on 1 January 2026, subject to applicable relaxation.
What is the last date?
Applications must reach the authority by 12 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Is the application online?
No. Applications are submitted offline at designated police offices or by Registered Post.
What is the selection process?
Physical standards, 100-mark PET, 50-mark written exam, 20-mark interview and up to 30 bonus marks.
What is the pay?
The post is under Pay Matrix Level 4, plus admissible allowances.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Chhattisgarh Police Official Website | Official recruitment and police notices |
| Official Bijapur Bastar Fighter Notification & Application Form | Bijapur advertisement and prescribed application form |