BIHAR PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION (BPSC) — ADVT NO. 5/2026 — RE-OPEN

BPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 — Fire Services · Re-Open

BPSC has issued a Re-Open Notice for 14 Deputy Director (Fire Services) posts (Advt 5/2026). Original window: Jan–Feb 2026. Re-open window: 02/03 August – 15 August 2026 — only ~12 days. Fee ₹100 (all). Senior post: Age 40-55 years + 12 years fire fighting experiencemandatory.

⏳ Re-Open: 02/03 Aug – 15 Aug 2026 (~12 Days) | 🔥 Fire Services · 12 Yrs Exp + NFC Nagpur Training | 👤 Age 40–55 (01 Aug 2025) · Senior Post | BPSC · Advt 5/2026 · 14 Posts · bpsc.bihar.gov.in

🔄 This is a Re-Open Window — Not a New Recruitment. BPSC originally opened applications for this recruitment in January 2026 (13 Jan – 03 Feb 2026). A Re-Open Notice has been issued to give additional candidates a chance to apply. The re-open window is very short — approximately 12 days only (02/03 August to 15 August 2026).Candidates who applied in the original window do not need to re-apply. Those who missed the January window should apply now — this may be the final opportunity.

⚠️ Start Date Discrepancy in Source: The Short Notice says "02 August 2026" while the dates table says "03 August 2026" as the Re-Open start date. Both appear in the same source. The Re-Open Notice document linked at bpsc.bihar.gov.in will have the definitive date. Do not wait until 02 August if the actual start is 03 August — or vice versa. Check the official Re-Open Notice before applying.

🔥 Deputy Director — Fire Services, Bihar: Role and Department

The source does not explicitly state "Fire Services" in the post title but the qualification requirements make it unambiguous — fire engineering background, National Fire College Nagpur Divisional Officer Course, 12 years of fire fighting experience, senior supervisory post in fire services. This is a senior-level appointment in Bihar's Fire Services Department — a Group-A/B gazetted officer post responsible for overseeing fire prevention, firefighting operations, and safety compliance in a jurisdiction. The minimum age of 40 confirms the seniority level. Candidates should verify the exact department name from the official notification.

📌 This is a Senior, Specialised Post — Not an Entry-Level Recruitment. Minimum age 40 years. 12 years of fire fighting experience required (including 2 years in a senior supervisory equivalent post). Specialised academic background (BSc/BE Fire Engineering/BE Mechanical-Automobile) + National Fire College Nagpur training required. Only experienced fire services professionals with the exact qualification profile should apply.

🎓 Eligibility — All Three Conditions Mandatory Simultaneously

📜 CONDITION 1 — ACADEMIC DEGREE (ANY ONE OF THE THREE)

Option A: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from Science Faculty from a recognised institution
Option B: Bachelor (Fire Engineering) — B.E. in Fire Engineering
Option C: Engineering Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automobile subjects

🏫 CONDITION 2 — PROFESSIONAL TRAINING (ANY ONE OF THE TWO)

Option A: Must have passed the Divisional Officer Course from the National Fire College (NFC), Nagpur (under Ministry of Home Affairs)
Option B: Completed the prescribed training for Senior Supervisory Officer — minimum 3 months — from an institution recognised by the Central Government

⏳ CONDITION 3 — WORK EXPERIENCE (BOTH SUB-CONDITIONS REQUIRED)

Total experience: Minimum 12 years in fire fighting work
Senior experience: Within those 12 years, minimum 2 years in a senior supervisory equivalent post in fire services

All three conditions (Academic + Professional Training + Experience) must be satisfied simultaneously. Having the degree but lacking NFC Nagpur training, or having 12 years experience but missing the degree — either makes a candidate ineligible. The 2-year senior supervisory experience must be within, not in addition to, the 12-year total. Experience certificates from recognised fire service employers will be mandatory at Document Verification.

🏫 What is the National Fire College (NFC), Nagpur?

The National Fire College (NFC), Nagpur is a premier institution under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, dedicated to training fire service personnel. It conducts courses including the Divisional Officer Course — a qualifying credential for senior fire officer appointments across India. State fire departments and central government fire units send officers to NFC for training. Completing the NFC Divisional Officer Course is a recognised benchmark for senior supervisory competence in Indian fire services.

Candidates who have completed an equivalent 3-month training from a Central Government-recognised institution (other than NFC Nagpur) are also eligible per the notification. Verify that your training institution has the required Central Government recognition for fire services training before applying.

🔄Selection Process

Written Exam / Interview

Source lists "Written Exam / Interview" with a forward slash — indicating either or both stages may be conducted. For a senior 14-post recruitment, BPSC may opt for direct interview of eligible candidates rather than a mass written exam, or may hold a written test first followed by an interview. Verify from the official notification and BPSC's exam schedule after applications close.

Physical / Skill Test (If Applicable)

A physical or skill test may be conducted if deemed necessary for fire services suitability. The "(If Applicable)" qualifier means this stage may or may not be held — BPSC will announce if and when applicable. Fire services-specific physical standards may be tested.

Document Verification

Original documents: degree certificate, NFC Nagpur Divisional Officer Course certificate (or equivalent), experience certificates (12 years fire fighting including 2 years senior supervisory), age proof, category certificate, and any other documents specified.

Medical Examination

Physical fitness assessment — fire services roles require specific fitness standards. Medical examination as per Bihar fire services recruitment rules.

✍ How to Apply — Re-Open Window

1. Verify eligibility first: (1) Do you have BSc/BE Fire Engineering/BE Mechanical-Automobile? (2) Do you have NFC Nagpur Divisional Officer Course certificate OR equivalent Central Government-recognised 3-month training? (3) Do you have 12 years fire fighting experience including 2 years in senior supervisory post? (4) Were you 40-55 years old on 01 August 2025? If all four check out, proceed.

2. Visit bpsc.bihar.gov.in and check the Re-Open Notice for the exact start date (02 or 03 August 2026). Download and read the full notification for syllabus, selection process details, and document requirements.

3. Apply online at bpsc.bihar.gov.in from the re-open start date. Fill in personal, educational, and experience details. Upload photograph and signature in prescribed format.

4. Pay the fee: ₹100 + bank charge via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Deadline: 15 August 2026. Keep all receipts and application confirmation.

5. Compile all original certificates for DV: degree, NFC certificate/training certificate, experience certificates, age proof, category certificate. The bar is high for a 12-year experience requirement — ensure your documents are complete and verifiable.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This page on ResultDekho.net is for informational purposes only. All data sourced from the BPSC Deputy Director Re-Open Notice (Advt 5/2026, bpsc.bihar.gov.in). Vacancy math verified: 6+1+3+2+0+2+0 = 14 ✓. Start date discrepancy in source: Short Info says "02 August 2026"; dates table says "03 August 2026" — candidates must check the official Re-Open Notice for the exact start date. Department name "Fire Services" is inferred from qualification requirements (NFC Nagpur, fire fighting experience) — not explicitly stated in source; verify from official notification. Selection process uses "/" notation (Written Exam/Interview) as in source — exact format to be confirmed from BPSC schedule. Physical/Skill Test is "if applicable" as stated in source. Age relaxation details not specified in source — verify from official notification. BC-Female: 0 and ST: 0 posts as per source. ResultDekho is not affiliated with BPSC or the Government of Bihar. Always verify at bpsc.bihar.gov.in. Last Updated: 30 July 2026.