The Bihar Police Home Guard Physical Test 2025 comprises the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This guide provides comprehensive details on the standards and requirements for all candidates.
The Bihar Home Department has officially released notification for 15,000 Home Guard vacancies across 37 districts. The selection process involves a mandatory physical test followed by medical screenings. Candidates preparing for these roles should carefully review the specific physical eligibility and measurement standards for male and female applicants outlined in this guide.
Bihar Police Home Guard Physical Test
The Bihar Police Home Guard selection process is divided into two main stages: the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and the Physical Standard Test (PST). The PET evaluates your stamina and athletic performance through running, long jump, and high jump events. Aspiring candidates who meet the 12th-pass eligibility criteria should familiarize themselves with these benchmarks to optimize their performance and improve their chances of selection.
Bihar Police Home Guard Physical Standard Test
The Bihar Police Home Guard Physical Standard Test (PST) ensures that all candidates meet the required physical profile, focusing on mandatory height and chest measurements (for male candidates).
| Parametrs | Male | Female | |
| Region | (except Purnia and Kosi division districts) | (Purnia, Araria, Kishanganj, Katihar, Saharsa, Supaul, and Madhepura districts) | 153 cms |
| Height | 05 feet 04 inches (162.56 cm) | 05 feet 02 inches (157.5 cm) | |
| Chest | 79 cm (31 inches) | 76 cm (30 inches) | NA |
Bihar Police Home Guard Physical Efficiency Test
The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) carries a total of 15 marks. The evaluation includes three core events: the long jump, high jump, and shot put throw, with each event weighted at 5 marks. Candidates are scored based on their performance, and these marks contribute to the final merit list.
Race for Male and Female Candidates
For the qualifying race, male candidates must complete 1,600 meters within 6 minutes, while female candidates are required to complete 800 meters within 5 minutes. While the running event is qualifying only and carries no marks, successfully clearing this stage is mandatory to proceed to the Physical Standard Test (PST) for height and chest evaluation.
| Category | Race |
| Male | 1600 meters completed within 6 minutes |
| Female | 800 meters completed within 5 minutes |
High Jump
High jump performance is tiered to award a maximum of 5 marks. Male candidates clearing 5 feet or more and female candidates clearing 4 feet or more earn the top score. Below is the breakdown of the point-based scoring system:
| For Male Candidates | For Female Candidates | Marks |
| 4 Feet | 3 Feet | 01 |
| 4 Feet to 3 Inch | 4 Feet to 3 Inches | 02 |
| 4 Feet to 6 Inch | 4 Feet to 6 Inches | 03 |
| 4 Feet to 9 Inch | 4 Feet to 9 Inches | 04 |
| 5 Feet | 4 Feet | 05 |
Long Jump
The long jump requirement is a minimum of 12 feet for males and 9 feet for females; anything below this results in automatic disqualification. Maximum points are granted to candidates who jump over 16 feet (males) and 13 feet (females).
| For Male Candidates | For Female Candidates | Marks |
| 12 Feet to 13 Feet | 9 Feet to 10 Feet | 01 |
| 13 Feet to 14 Feet | 10 Feet to 11 Feet | 02 |
| 14 Feet to 15 Feet | 11 Feet to 12 Feet | 03 |
| 15 Feet to 16 Feet | 12 Feet to 13 Feet | 04 |
| More than 16 Feet | More than 13 Feet | 05 |
Short Put Throw
For the shot put throw (gola), male candidates must throw at least 16 feet, and female candidates must achieve a minimum of 10 feet to avoid disqualification. Scores are awarded incrementally based on the distance achieved.
| For Male Candidates | For Female Candidates | Marks |
| 16 Feet to 17 Feet | 10 Feet to 11 Feet | 01 |
| 17 Feet to 18 Feet | 11 Feet to 12 Feet | 02 |
| 18 Feet to 19 Feet | 12 Feet to 13 Feet | 03 |
| 19 Feet to 20 Feet | 13 Feet to 14 Feet | 04 |
| More than 20 Feet | More than 14 Feet | 05 |
FAQs
What is the time for male candidates to complete the 1.6 km?
Male candidates are required to complete the 1.6-kilometer run within 6 minutes to qualify for the subsequent medical examination.
What is the time limit for female candidates to complete the 800 meters in Bihar home guard physical efficiency test?
Female candidates must successfully complete the 800-meter run in 5 minutes or less to qualify.
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