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Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2 Mock Test 2027

Last updated: September 13, 2026
Educational Notice and 2027 Safety Disclaimer: The structure and syllabus for Paper 2 as presented on this page are in accordance with the official notification and the standard examination framework set up by the Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar. Since the exact number of vacancies, the reservation lists, and the examination calendar for the 2027 recruitment process are only officially published in the gazette, all the information provided here reflects the established baseline for recruitment. This page is updated right away whenever the CSBC issues new instructions.

Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2 Mock Test 2027: Free 100-Mark Merit Practice Set

Executive Examination Summary

Examination Feature Official CSBC Specification Details
Recruitment Name Bihar Police Special Branch Constable Recruitment
Exam Conducting Body Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Patna, Bihar
Cadre and Department Special Branch (विशेष शाखा), Bihar Police
Target Academic / Exam Cycle 2026–2027 Selection Cycle
Paper Classification Paper 2: The Final Merit Decider
Total Questions in Paper 2 100 Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Marks for Paper 2 100 Marks (1 mark for each correct answer)
Exam Duration 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Exam Mode Offline OMR-Based Written Examination
Negative Marking There is no negative marking according to the standard CSBC rules (1 mark for a correct answer, 0 for a wrong one)
Subject Composition General Studies (50 Marks) + Mathematics (30 Marks) + Bihar Special GK (20 Marks)
Final Selection Weight 100% Merit Weightage (Your rank is completely determined by your performance in Paper 2)

The Special Branch of the Bihar Police is one of the most respected intelligence and security units in the state. Being selected as a Special Branch Constable offers you a secure government job, regular salary increments as per the state pay scales, and the opportunity to carry out distinguished field duties.

Yet, hundreds of thousands of applicants do not understand how the CSBC selects candidates for this position. They spend all their time concerned about Paper 1.

Paper 1 is merely a qualifying language screening test. You only need to secure 30% in Paper 1 to have your answer sheet evaluated. The marks you obtain in Paper 1 are not included in your final selection score.

Your final selection, district assignment, and appointment letter all depend entirely on Paper 2.

Paper 2 consists of 100 marks divided into three sections: General Studies (50 marks), Mathematics (30 marks), and Bihar Special GK (20 marks).

Using our Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2 mock test 2027 series helps you become proficient in this merit-based paper. You gain the ability to handle arithmetic calculations at the 10th standard level, master the history and geography specific to Bihar, and develop the speed necessary to achieve 75 or more marks on your OMR sheet.

Notice: The Difference Between Paper 1 and Paper 2

If you are preparing for the Bihar Police Special Branch examination, it is essential that you understand the difference between the two papers. Our website has separate sections for both stages so that you won't confuse your study plan:

Recruitment Parameter Paper 1 (Qualifying Foundation) Paper 2 (The Final Merit Decider — This Page)
Official Examination Role Mandatory Qualifying Screening Test The Sole Selection Paper (on a 100% merit basis)
Qualifying Cutoff Minimum 30% Marks (30 out of 100) Competitive Merit Cutoff (aim for 75 or more out of 100)
Subject Scope General Hindi & General English Language General Studies (50 Marks) + Math (30 Marks) + Bihar GK (20 Marks)
Contribution to Final Rank None (the marks are not counted in the merit list) Complete (the final selection list is entirely based on Paper 2)
Preparation Mindset Basic grammar and speed Maximum accuracy, numerical speed, and in-depth knowledge of state-related topics
Dedicated Test Page Visit our live Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 1 Mock Test You are on the Paper 2 Merit Test Page

Do not waste your time on language comprehension when preparing for Paper 2. You should concentrate exclusively on General Studies, Arithmetic, and knowledge specific to Bihar.

Why I Built This Mock Test Series

My name is Shubham Kumar Sah, and I am the founder of SarkariMockTest.com.

I have been keeping a close watch on the Bihar state police recruitment examinations for many years, and in every recruitment cycle, one unfortunate pattern keeps repeating.

The students celebrate once they have cleared their physical examination or when they score 60 marks in the language paper. But when the final appointment list is announced, their names are not there.

Why does this occur? This happens because they do not treat Paper 2 as a competitive merit examination.

In Paper 2, scoring just 40 or 50 marks is enough to disqualify you. Since there are a limited number of vacancies in the Special Branch, the merit list is closed at a high score.

Additionally, students often neglect the 30 marks in Mathematics and the 20 marks in Bihar GK. They study national history and polity, but they overlook basic questions about the rivers of Bihar or simple commercial arithmetic.

These 50 marks combined from Mathematics and Bihar GK are what determine who gets selected and who is left out.

This mock test series was created to fill that gap. Each test in this series follows the actual 100-mark pattern: 50 questions on General Studies, 30 questions on Mathematics, and 20 questions on Bihar GK.

We provide full step-by-step solutions for each mathematics question and verified facts for all matters relating to Bihar. A significant portion of this series remains free so that students from every district in Bihar can test their preparation without facing financial barriers.

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Start the online mock test for Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2 and take a full 100-question practice exam which mirrors the pattern of the real CSBC offline examination. This will enable you to evaluate your speed, check your accuracy according to subject, and compare your rank with that of other candidates across Bihar.

  • The free Access Tier includes two full-length 100-mark tests together with sectional topic quizzes.
  • The paper consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, 50 of which are on General Studies, 30 on Mathematics, and 20 on Bihar general knowledge.
  • Testing Window: A countdown timer for a strict 120-minute (2-hour) exam.
  • The interface is available in two languages (Hindi and English).
  • The diagnostic features include a subject-wise heatmap that is generated by AI, a breakdown of the time spent on each question, and a state-wide leaderboard.

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Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 1 vs Paper 2 comparison - Paper 2's 100 marks decide the final merit rank

Official Updates and Status of the CSBC Special Branch Examination

The Central Selection Board for Constables (CSBC), located at Harding Road, Patna, is in charge of carrying out the recruitment for the position of Special Branch Constable.

Below is a review of the expected milestones for the upcoming recruitment cycle:

Recruitment Milestone Expected Official Timeline Current Verification Status Official Portal Reference
Official notification release expected between late 2026 and early 2027 Departmental proposal stage csbc.bih.nic.in
The online application period is 30 days after the notice is issued and the online registration portal is csbc.bih.nic.in.
Application Scrutiny & Rejection List 4 to 6 weeks after application is submitted Photo & Signature Verification CSBC Notice Board
Written Exam Admit Card Release 10 to 14 days before the exam date Direct candidate login CSBC Examination Portal
The written examination (for Paper 1 and Paper 2) will take place in the 2027 examination cycle at offline examination centres in Bihar, with the OMR carbon copy and answer key being provided 7 to 10 days after the exam online objection management is available through csbc.bih.nic.in
Written Exam Results & Merit Shortlist 6 to 8 weeks after the examination PDF merit roll numbers CSBC Police Wing Portal
Physical Efficiency Test (PET / PST) 4 weeks after the written exam result is declared Departmental Grounds, Patna Police Verification Board
Final Appointment Selection List Based solely on performance in Paper 2 Final recommendation gazette Home Department, Bihar

Notice regarding education: The mock exams, the study resources, and the scoring forecasts available on this site have been independently created by experts in the field of test preparation. The website is not officially connected to the Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC) or the Bihar Police Department.

Exact Exam Pattern and Marking Rules for Paper 2

Paper 2 assesses your general awareness, numerical ability, and knowledge of the region through an objective OMR sheet test:

Section Name Total Questions Total Marks Standard / Difficulty Level Selection Importance
General Studies (सामान्य अध्ययन) 50 Questions 50 Marks At the level of 10th (Matric) to 12th standard Broad conceptual foundation
Mathematics (गणित) 30 Questions 30 Marks At the 10th (Matriculation) standard High-scoring accuracy decider
Bihar Special GK (बिहार सामान्य ज्ञान) 20 Questions 20 Marks Content relating to state history, geography and economy Core differentiator for merit rank
Total for Paper 2 100 Questions 100 Marks Offline OMR objective test 100% final merit decider

Marking Scheme and OMR Evaluation Rules:

  • A mark is given for each circle that is correctly bubbled on the OMR sheet.
  • There is no negative marking as stated in the official CSBC written examination guidelines, since no marks are taken away for questions that are answered incorrectly or not at all.
  • Instructions for Bubbles: For each question you must colour in only one circle using a black or blue ballpoint pen. Should more than one bubble be filled in for the same question, the answer will be rejected and given a score of zero.
  • About trying the questions: As there is no penalty for getting questions wrong, candidates should try all 100 questions before the time expires.

Full Syllabus Breakdown: The Three Pillars of Paper 2

In order to achieve a top score in Paper 2, your preparation must include all three areas of the syllabus:

Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2 Architecture 100 Marks Merit Decider
Part 1: General Studies (50 Marks)
History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science, Current
Part 2: Mathematics (30 Marks)
Arithmetic, Numbers, Commercial Math, Basic Mensuration
Part 3: Bihar Special GK (20 Marks)
Bihar History, River Systems, Budget, Schemes, Districts

1. General Studies (50 Marks / 50 Questions)

This forms the main section of Paper 2 and tests your knowledge of a variety of basic academic subjects:

  • Ancient civilizations, the Mauryan and Gupta empires, medieval administration, the Revolt of 1857, the social reform movements, and the Gandhian phase of the freedom struggle.
  • The subject of the Indian Constitution includes the Preamble, the Fundamental Rights, the Directive Principles of State Policy, Parliament, the President, the Supreme Court, the High Courts, and the Panchayati Raj system.
  • The geography of India includes its physical divisions, the mountain ranges, the river basins, the monsoon mechanism, the distribution of soils, the main agricultural crops, and the mineral belts.
  • The Indian economy includes basic economic terms, national income indicators, the banking system and the functions of the RBI, the five-year plans, inflation, and the fundamentals of public finance.
  • This includes everyday physics (such as mechanics, electricity, and optics), practical chemistry (for example, acids, bases, metals, and chemical reactions), and basic biology (such as human anatomy, nutrition, vitamins, and infectious diseases).
  • News items concerning national events, summits, sports championships, military exercises, government welfare programmes, and major national awards.

2. Mathematics (30 marks for 30 questions)

The mathematics portion is in accordance with the syllabus set out for the 10th (Matriculation) standard; since arithmetic questions have definite numerical answers, well-disciplined candidates are able to obtain 27 or more marks out of 30:

  • The number system and the basic rules of calculation include prime numbers, divisibility rules, fractions, decimals, square roots, and the BODMAS rule for the order of calculation.
  • Finding factors and multiples, and solving practical word problems involving bells, traffic lights, and circular tracks is covered under the topics of HCF and LCM.
  • Percentages and profit and loss: including percentage increases or decreases, the marked price, the cost price, the selling price, discounts, and successive percentage changes.
  • Simple interest and basic compound interest calculated on an annual basis.
  • The topics include dividing amounts in ratios, direct and inverse proportion, and partnerships in the context of business investments.
  • Time, Work and Pipes: the unitary method of work, worker efficiency, and simple problems concerning the filling of pipes and cisterns.
  • The topics include relative speed, problems concerning trains crossing, average speed, and the conversion from km/h to m/s.
  • The calculation of averages and fundamental mensuration involves the average of a sequence of numbers, the situation that arises when members of a group are replaced, and the determination of the areas and perimeters of squares, rectangles, triangles, and circles.

3. Bihar Special General Knowledge (20 marks / 20 questions)

In this section the candidates from Bihar are differentiated from those who are unprepared, and all of the questions deal with the state's heritage, resources and governance:

  • The ancient and medieval period of Bihar included the Magadha Empire, Pataliputra, Rajgir, the Nalanda and Vikramshila universities, as well as the teachings of Gautama Buddha and Lord Mahavira.
  • Bihar's involvement in the struggle for independence included Babu Veer Kunwar Singh and the revolt of 1857 in Jagdishpur, the Champaran Satyagraha in 1917, the Kisan Sabha movement headed by Swami Sahajanand Saraswati, and the Quit India movement in Bihar in 1942 (among them the militants who were shot at the Secretariat).
  • The geography of Bihar includes the Ganga river system together with its tributaries on both the north and south sides (such as the Gandak, Ghaghara, Kosi, Son, Bagmati, Punpun, and Falgu), the seasonal flood plains, the drought-prone areas in south Bihar, and the forested regions in West Champaran and Kaimur.
  • The economy and agriculture sector of Bihar: the Bihar Economic Survey, the priorities set out in the state budget, the Krishi Roadmap, the principal cash crops (makhana, litchi, maize), and the cottage industries.
  • The administrative setup of Bihar (which is made up of 9 divisions and 38 districts), the enforcement of the Panchayati Raj system, and the principal state welfare programmes such as Saat Nischay (Part 1 and Part 2), Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal, and the Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana.

Here is a systematic micro-checklist that you can use to organize the topics you revise each day:

Section Subject / Topic Micro-Topics to Master Priority & Weightage
General Studies Indian History including the Harappan sites, Vedic literature, Ashoka's edicts, the Delhi Sultanate, Mughal revenue systems, the leaders of the 1857 Revolt, the 1905 Bengal Partition, the Non-Cooperation movement, the Civil Disobedience movement, and the Quit India Movement. At a high level (~12 questions)
General Studies Indian Polity Topics include the keywords in the Preamble, Articles 12 to 35 (the Fundamental Rights), Articles 36 to 51 (the DPSP), Article 32, the President's emergency powers, a comparison of the powers of the Lok Sabha with those of the Rajya Sabha, and the 73rd and 74th Amendments. Difficult (about 10 questions)
General Studies General Science including the SI units, Newton's laws of motion, reflection and refraction, acids and bases, metals and non-metals, cell structure, the human digestive and circulatory systems, and diseases caused by vitamin deficiency. At a high level (about 12 questions)
General Studies Indian Geography Including the northern plains, the Western and Eastern Ghats, the monsoon wind patterns, the major river deltas, the kharif and rabi crops, and the main types of soil (alluvial, black, red). Moderate (~8 Questions)
General Studies Economy & Current Events The subject areas include the terms used for national income (such as GDP and GNP), the RBI's repo rates, the various kinds of inflation, data from the national census, major sports events, national awards, and bilateral defence exercises. This section is of moderate difficulty (~8 questions).
Mathematics Arithmetic Fundamentals include simplification using BODMAS, divisibility rules (for 3, 7, 9, and 11), the conversion of decimals, prime factorization, and a variety of problems on LCM and HCF. High (about 8 questions)
Mathematics Commercial Math includes calculations on percentages, profit and loss percentages, determining the marked price after a discount, simple interest (SI = P × R × T / 100), and basic compound interest over two years. Very High (about 10 questions)
Mathematics Speed, Distance and Work includes formulas related to work efficiency, the case of two workers completing a task together, a train passing a pole as compared to a platform, and the calculation of average speed (2xy / (x + y)). High (about 7 questions)
Mathematics Ratio, Averages and Geometry this covers problems about age ratios, the calculation of the average of consecutive numbers, the area and perimeter of rectangles, triangles, and circles, as well as the surface area of cylinders. Moderate (about 5 questions)
Bihar Special GKB Bihar Freedom Movement The battle fought by Veer Kunwar Singh at Jagdishpur, the leaders of the Champaran Satyagraha (Raj Kumar Shukla), Swami Sahajanand Saraswati and the Kisan Sabha, the Azad Dasta in 1942. Very High (~8 Questions)
Bihar Special GKB Bihar Geography and Rivers The path of the Ganga through Bihar, the tributaries flowing in from the north (Kosi – the sorrow of Bihar, Gandak, Bagmati) and those entering from the south (Son, Punpun, Falgu), the rainfall patterns, and Kanwar Lake. High (~7 Questions)
Bihar Special GKB Bihar Governance and Economy The 38 districts together with their headquarters, the state symbols of Bihar (tree, flower, animal, bird), and the main state welfare schemes (Saat Nischay), as well as the agricultural products (Shahi Litchi, Makhana). High (~5 Questions)

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Previous Year Question (PYQ) Trend Analysis

An analysis of the trends in the previous CSBC police examination questions shows the clear distribution across the 100 questions of Paper 2:

General Studies (History, Polity, Science, Current) 50% (50 Questions)
Mathematics (Commercial Arithmetic & Numeracy) 30% (30 Questions)
Bihar Special GK (History, Geography, Governance) 20% (20 Questions)
Question Style Category Share in 100 Questions What the Questions Test Recommended Student Strategy
Direct Factual Recall 50 Questions. These include direct historical dates, constitutional articles, scientific units, district facts, and capital cities. Start with these and provide your answers within 40 minutes without working them out on scratch paper.
Arithmetic Calculations Thirty Questions These are math problems set out step by step and cover topics such as profit and loss, percentages, ratios, work and time, and speed. Over a period of 50 minutes, work through these problems systematically, using clear and well-organized scratch paper.
Applied Concepts & Regional GK The 20 Questions include multi-statement questions on history, details regarding the river tributaries of Bihar, and indicators from the economic survey. Try them in the next 20 minutes and use 10 minutes to check your OMR bubbles.

Category-Wise Cutoff Trends: The 75+ Target Rule

The high level of competition for the cutoff scores in the CSBC Special Branch recruitment is due to the fact that Paper 2 is the one factor which determines the final merit list.

Do not mix up the qualifying criteria with the final selection marks; the government has fixed a minimum qualifying percentage ranging from 30% to 40%. In reality, though, those candidates who have just met the qualifying limit are eliminated when the merit list is being prepared.

Refer to the historical score patterns and the safe target benchmarks listed below:

Candidate Category Minimum Qualifying Benchmark Expected Written Cutoff (out of 100) Final Recommended Safe Target Score
Unreserved / General (UR Male) 40% (40 Marks) 74 – 78 Marks 80+ Marks
Unreserved / General (UR Female) 32% (32 Marks) 65 – 69 Marks 72+ Marks
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) 40% (40 Marks) 68 – 72 Marks 75+ Marks
Backward Class (BC Male) 36.5% (36.5 Marks) 71 – 75 Marks 78+ Marks
Extremely Backward Class (EBC Male) 34% (34 Marks) 67 – 71 Marks 74+ Marks
Scheduled Caste (SC Male & Female) 32% (32 Marks) 60 – 64 Marks 68+ Marks
Scheduled Tribe (ST Male & Female) 32% (32 Marks) 62 – 66 Marks 70+ Marks
Wards of Freedom Fighters (WFF) 32% (32 Marks) 56 – 60 Marks 65+ Marks

Rule on Strategic Preparation: You must always try to obtain between 78 and 82 marks in your full-length practice tests since scoring in that range ensures you have a safe margin regardless of how the rest of the candidates perform.

How many marks are there in Paper 2 of the Bihar Police Special Branch?

Paper 2 of the Bihar Police Special Branch has a total of 100 marks consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions and includes General Studies (50 marks), Mathematics (30 marks) and Bihar Special GK (20 marks), the exam lasting two hours.

Is the marks obtained in Paper 2 included in the final merit list for the Special Branch?

Yes, it is Paper 2 which is the sole factor in determining the final merit list, selection being completely based on the marks achieved in Paper 2 whereas Paper 1 serves only as a qualifying language test and has no effect on your rank.

What are the subjects contained in Paper 2 of the Bihar Police Special Branch?

Paper 2 of the Bihar Police Special Branch consists of General Studies (including History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science, and Current Affairs) worth 50 marks, Mathematics at the matriculation arithmetic level for 30 marks, and Bihar Special GK for 20 marks.

Is there a negative marking in Paper 2 of the Bihar Police Special Branch?

There is no negative marking in the standard CSBC examination rules; candidates receive one mark for each correct answer and there is no deduction for incorrect or unattempted questions on the OMR sheet.

What is the minimum mark or the grade needed to pass in Paper 2?

The minimum qualifying mark ranges from 32 per cent to 40 per cent according to category, but in order to obtain a place in the merit list general and backward category candidates need to aim at 75 to 80 marks out of 100.

Built-in Platform Features & Performance Analytics

Our testing system is designed to help Bihar police aspirants improve their scores:

  • The following heatmap displays your precise performance separated out by subject areas such as General Studies, Mathematics, and Bihar Special GK.
  • Time-Per-Question Diagnostics: This feature allows you to spot the questions which take more than 75 seconds to solve so that you can focus on improving your speed.
  • The All-Bihar Leaderboard and real-time percentile ranking allow you to compare your scores with those of thousands of candidates from Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur, and Saharsa.
  • For each math problem the full calculation formula is given and for each general knowledge question the appropriate historical background is provided.
  • You can switch between Hindi and English with a simple click of the mouse.
  • The metrics used for comparing candidates show which questions the top scorers did first and how they used their time.
  • Finish your 25-minute practice objectives in order to develop consistency in your preparation.

AI-Based Weak Area Recommendation

Taking mock tests without understanding your mistakes leads to repeated errors on exam day. Our testing platform includes an automated AI diagnostic engine that functions like a personal tutor.

Here is how the system analyzes your test:

  • You finish a 100-question practice test and submit your answers.
  • The engine checks every correct, incorrect, and skipped question across all three subjects.
  • If you score 44 out of 50 in General Studies and 18 out of 20 in Bihar GK, but only 14 out of 30 in Mathematics due to errors in Profit & Loss and Ratio problems, your dashboard highlights Mathematics in red.
  • The system provides actionable guidance: "Your accuracy dropped below 50% in commercial arithmetic. Review Chapter 4 profit and loss formulas and complete our 15-question Math Speed Drill before attempting your next full mock test."

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Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2 Mock Test 2027Caption: AI-based performance dashboard displaying subject-wise accuracy heatmaps, time-per-question analytics, and personalized revision recommendations for Bihar Police Special Branch aspirants.

15 Common Mistakes Aspirants Make in Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2

Avoid these common preparation errors to protect your score:

  • Wasting Time on Paper 1 Topics During Paper 2 Prep: Spending hours on Hindi and English grammar while preparing for Paper 2, which contains only GS, Math, and Bihar GK.
  • Ignoring the 30 Marks of Mathematics: Assuming you can clear the exam on General Studies alone. Mathematics makes up nearly a third of the paper and is essential for a competitive score.
  • Leaving Questions Blank on the OMR Sheet: Leaving bubbles empty when there is zero negative marking. Always attempt all 100 questions.
  • Neglecting Bihar Specific Geography: Failing to study local river systems, district boundaries, and soil types, missing easy marks in the 20-mark Bihar GK section.
  • Doing Messy Rough Calculations: Writing numbers haphazardly in narrow margins, leading to calculation slips on basic arithmetic questions.
  • Failing to Practice on Paper OMR Sheets: Practicing only on computer screens and struggling to fill 100 paper bubbles accurately during the timed exam.
  • Getting Stuck on Difficult Math Questions: Spending 4 minutes trying to solve one tricky compound interest problem while 10 easy General Studies questions remain unread.
  • Forgetting Basic Unit Conversions: Forgetting to convert speeds from kilometers per hour to meters per second ($km/h \times \frac{5}{18}$) in train problems.
  • Studying National History Without Bihar's Role: Memorizing national freedom struggle events while forgetting key state movements, like the Champaran Satyagraha and the Kisan Sabha.
  • Studying Without a Countdown Timer: Practicing without a strict 120-minute timer, resulting in rushed calculations during the final minutes of the exam.
  • Memorizing Math Formulas Without Problem Practice: Memorizing formulas without solving practical numerical problems on scratch paper.
  • Filling Two Bubbles for One Question: Accidental double-bubbling cancels your mark for that question, even if one choice is correct.
  • Overlooking the General Science Section: Ignoring basic physics and biology questions from 9th and 10th NCERT textbooks.
  • Assuming Minimum Qualifying Marks Guarantee Selection: Believing that scoring 40 marks will get you appointed, when final selection requires 75+ marks.
  • Neglecting Physical Fitness During Written Prep: Spending months studying while failing to build the running stamina needed for the physical test.

Preparation Strategy: 60-Day Study Plan for Paper 2

Follow this practical daily schedule to cover the entire Paper 2 syllabus systematically:

Daily Time Slot Subject Focus Daily Action Plan
Morning (07:00 AM – 09:30 AM) General Studies (50 Marks) Study two core subjects daily (e.g., Indian History and Indian Polity). Write short summary notes on key constitutional articles and historical dates.
Mid-Day (11:00 AM – 01:00 PM) Mathematics (30 Marks) Solve 35 arithmetic problems from a single topic (e.g., Percentages, Profit & Loss, or Time & Work). Write out all calculation steps clearly.
Afternoon (03:00 PM – 04:30 PM) Bihar Special GK (20 Marks) Read state history and geography chapters. Memorize river paths, district facts, and key state welfare schemes.
Evening (06:00 PM – 08:00 PM) Timed Full-Length Mock Test Take one full-length 100-mark mock test on alternate days using a strict 120-minute timer.
Night (08:30 PM – 09:30 PM) Error Analysis & Math Logbook Review every incorrect question on your test scorecard. Record missed math formulas and factual errors in your revision notebook.

Recommended Reference Books & Study Materials

Stick to proven, standard preparation resources:

Section Recommended Book Title Author / Publisher How to Use It
General Studies General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान) Lucent Publications Master the History, Polity, Geography, and General Science chapters.
General Studies NCERT Science Summary (Classes 9 & 10) NCERT / BSTBPC Bihar Review fundamental physics laws, chemistry reactions, and human biology.
Mathematics Quantitative Aptitude (Matric Level) Dr. R.S. Aggarwal / S. Chand Solve arithmetic exercises: Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, and Ratios.
Bihar Special GK Bihar Samanya Gyan (बिहार सामान्य ज्ञान) Dr. Manish Rannjan (Prabhat) or Crown Study Bihar history, state geography, river networks, and district facts.
State Budget & Plans Bihar Economic Survey & Budget Summary Finance Department, Government of Bihar Review agricultural growth figures, state schemes, and economic indicators.
Full Practice Sets Bihar Police Special Branch Practice Book Platform / Rukmini / Spark Publications Solve full 100-question practice papers to build pacing and stamina.

Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Appear for Special Branch Constable?

Review the standard eligibility criteria for the Bihar Police Special Branch Constable cadre below:

Eligibility Factor Official Criteria Details Key Verification Requirements
Nationality Citizen of India Open to citizens across India; reservation benefits apply to Bihar residents.
Educational Qualification 10+2 (Intermediate) Passed Must have passed Class 12 from a recognized board (BSEB, CBSE, ICSE, or equivalent).
Age Limit (General / UR Male) 18 to 25 Years As of the cutoff date specified in the official notification.
Age Limit (BC / EBC Male) 18 to 27 Years Standard 2-year state age relaxation.
Age Limit (General / BC / EBC Female) 18 to 28 Years Standard 3-year state age relaxation for female applicants.
Age Limit (SC / ST Male & Female) 18 to 30 Years Standard 5-year state age relaxation.
Minimum Height (General / BC Male) 165 cm Verified during Physical Standard Testing (PST).
Minimum Height (EBC / SC / ST Male) 160 cm Relaxed height requirement under state reservation rules.
Minimum Height (All Female Categories) 155 cm Minimum height standard for all female candidates.
Chest Measurement (Male Candidates Only) Unexpanded: 81 cm; Expanded: 86 cm Minimum expansion of 5 cm required during physical testing.

Free vs Paid Mock Test: What You Get

We believe core exam practice should be accessible to all students across Bihar. Here is how our free tier compares to paid alternatives:

Feature / Resource Our Free Platform Access Typical Paid Platforms
Full-Length 100-Mark Tests 2 Full Tests Free 1 Free, then ₹199 to ₹399 Paywall
Subject Composition Strictly Paper 2 (GS 50, Math 30, Bihar GK 20) Often mixed with Paper 1 language questions
Step-by-Step Math Explanations Detailed Step-by-Step Solutions Often gives only an answer letter (A, B, C, or D)
Bihar GK Depth Verified Local History and Geography Facts Often uses generic national GK sets
AI Weak Area Recommendations Included for All Users Locked behind premium subscription tiers
Printable Offline PDF Sets Downloadable Practice Sets with Keys Available only to paid subscribers
All-Bihar Leaderboard Rank Real-Time Percentile and Cohort Data Basic score shown without detailed rank analytics

How to Apply: CSBC Special Branch Application Process

The application process is conducted entirely online through the official CSBC portal:

  • Visit the Official CSBC Portal: Go to the official website at csbc.bih.nic.in and navigate to the Bihar Police or Special Branch tab.
  • Read the Notification Carefully: Review the advertisement details, educational criteria, age cutoffs, and physical standards.
  • Complete One-Time Registration: Register using your active mobile number and email address to receive your registration number and password.
  • Fill In Personal and Academic Details: Enter your full name, parents' names, date of birth, caste category, and Class 12 passing details exactly as printed on your certificates.
  • Upload Required Documents: Upload scanned copies of your passport-sized color photograph and signatures in both Hindi and English within the specified file dimensions.
  • Pay the Application Fee: Pay the examination fee online using a debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
  • Print Confirmation Receipt: Save and print two copies of your completed application form and fee receipt for document verification.

Recommended Internal Linking Architecture

Strengthen your preparation across related exam stages with these internal study resources:

  • Paper 1 Preparation: If you need to prepare for the qualifying language paper, practice our Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 1 Language Practice Test — remember that Paper 1 is strictly qualifying (30% marks) and does not count toward your final merit.
  • General Police Constable Series: For general district police preparation, access our Bihar Police Constable 100 Marks Full Mock Test Series.
  • Daily Current Affairs & GK: Sharpen your general awareness for the 50-mark GS section with our Free Daily Current Affairs & State GK Quizzes.
  • Physical Test Guidelines: Learn how to prepare for running, high jump, and shot put in our Bihar Police Constable Physical Efficiency Test Guide.

About the Authors

Ali Hassan is a content contributor at SarkariMockTest.com, specializing in police and administrative exam patterns. With over 3 years of experience analyzing CSBC, BPSC, and SSC test papers, Ali works directly with candidate feedback to ensure question sets reflect the actual difficulty and trends of state-level examinations.

Your Next Step to Score 75+ in Paper 2

Consistent, targeted practice is what secures your position on the final merit list:

  • Review the micro-syllabus table above and identify whether Mathematics or Bihar GK is your weaker area.
  • Spend 20 minutes reviewing essential math formulas and key facts about Bihar's rivers and history.
  • Start your free Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2 Mock Test 2027 practice set on our platform.
  • Review your scorecard, study the step-by-step math explanations, and record any missed facts in your revision notebook.
  • Practice filling answers on a physical paper OMR sheet to build clean, accurate bubbling habits before test day.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q Q1. How many marks are there in the Paper 2 of the Bihar Police Special Branch?

Paper 2 of the Bihar Police Special Branch contains 100 marks from 100 multiple-choice questions and comprises sections on General Studies (50 marks), Mathematics (30 marks) and Bihar Special GK (20 marks) with the exam duration being 2 hours.

Q Q2. Is the mark earned in Paper 2 taken into account when preparing the final merit list for the Special Branch?

Yes, it is Paper 2 which is the sole factor in determining the final merit list since selection is entirely according to the marks achieved in Paper 2, Paper 1 serving only as a qualifying language test with no influence on your rank.

Q Q3. What subjects are there in Paper 2 of the Bihar Police Special Branch?

Paper Two of the Bihar Police Special Branch includes three subjects: General Studies (which consists of History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science and Current Affairs) carrying 50 marks, Mathematics at the Matriculation arithmetic level for 30 marks, and Bihar Special GK for 20 marks.

Q Q4. Does the Bihar Police Special Branch exam's Paper 2 include negative marking?

The standard CSBC examination rules do not include negative marking; candidates receive one mark for each question they answer correctly and there are no deductions made for questions that are answered incorrectly or not at all on the OMR sheet.

Q Q5. What grade is regarded as the passing mark in Paper 2?

The minimum qualifying mark ranges from 32 per cent to 40 per cent depending on the category, but for the general and backward categories, actual merit shortlisting requires a safe target score of 75 to 80 marks out of 100.

Q Q6. Where can I take the online Hindi test for Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2?

On SarkariMockTest.com you can find full-length 100-mark practice tests in Hindi, together with complete explanations of the answers, real-time tracking of your rank, and subject accuracy heatmaps.

Q Q7. What role does Paper 1 play in this exam?

Paper 1 is a paper in which general Hindi and general English are tested; in order to pass Paper 1 you only have to get 30 per cent marks and these marks are not taken into account in the final selection rank.

Q Q8. Can I obtain the PDF of the mock test for Bihar Police Special Branch Paper 2 together with the answers?

After you have completed your online practice test, you will be able to download the full question paper along with its detailed step-by-step answer key in printable PDF format for use when revising offline.

Q Q9. What educational qualification is required if one wishes to become a Constable with the Bihar Police Special Branch?

To qualify as a candidate a person must have the 10+2 (Intermediate) certificate from a recognised state or central educational board, for example BSEB, CBSE, or a similar one.

Q Q10. What is the highest age that men can reach in the General category?

For men who are applying under the Unreserved (General) category, their age must lie between 18 and 25 years on the eligibility cutoff date stated in the official notification.

Q Q11. What age concessions are available to reserved groups in Bihar?

In the BC and EBC categories men are given a relaxation of two years (which raises the maximum age allowed to 27), women in the General, BC and EBC categories have a three-year relaxation (resulting in a maximum age of 28), and those in the SC/ST categories are given a five-year relaxation (this raising the maximum age to 30).

Q Q12. What does the 30-mark Mathematics section include?

The arithmetic topics taught at the 10th standard, such as the Number System, HCF and LCM, Percentages, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Ratio and Proportion, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Averages, and Basic Mensuration, are included in the mathematics section.

Q Q13. What is contained in the 20-mark Bihar Special GK section?

The section deals with the history of Bihar, which includes the time of ancient Magadha, Veer Kunwar Singh, and the Champaran Satyagraha; it also covers Bihar Geography, with reference to the river systems, the various types of soil, and the forests; the state budget; and the main welfare schemes, namely Saat Nischay.

Q Q14. What is the number of General Studies questions in Paper 2?

The General Studies section contains 50 objective questions worth a total of 50 marks, the topics covered including Indian History, Polity, Indian Geography, the National Economy, General Science and Current Affairs.

Q Q15. What is the time allowed for Paper 2?

The candidates have exactly two hours (120 minutes) to answer all the 100 questions on the OMR sheet.

Q Q16. What pen should be used to bubble the OMR answer sheet?

When you are filling in the bubbles on the OMR sheet you must use a blue or a black ballpoint pen since gel pens, fountain pens and pencils are strictly forbidden as they smudge and cause scanner errors.

Q Q17. What happens as a result if a candidate shades two boxes for a single question on the OMR sheet?

If two circles are filled in as an answer, the optical scanner will reject that answer and award zero marks, even though one of the circles that has been marked is correct.

Q Q18. Is Paper 2 containing questions in two languages?

Yes, the questions in Paper 2 are provided side by side in both Hindi and English, so that candidates from either medium can read them and answer them without any difficulty.

Q Q19. What steps does the CSBC take in preparing the final appointment merit list?

The merit list included at the end is prepared strictly on the basis of the marks obtained in Paper 2 (out of 100), provided that the candidate has passed Paper 1 and has cleared the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Q Q20. Does the recruitment process for the Bihar Police Special Branch include an interview stage?

There is no personal interview available for the post of Special Branch Constable; instead, selection is made entirely on the basis of your marks in Written Paper 2 and your physical fitness clearance.

Q Q21. What physical tests are performed after the written examination?

The candidates who have been selected in the written examination have to pass a number of physical fitness tests, consisting of a 1.6 km run for men (1 km for women), the high jump, the shot put (also known as gola phenk), and measurements of height and chest.

Q Q22. Are the results from physical tests considered in the final merit list for the Special Branch?

In the Special Branch cadre the selection finally comes down to the marks achieved in Written Paper 2, with the condition that a physical test must be passed as a qualifying requirement, provided that the terms stated in the official notification are observed.

Q Q23. What is the pay scale of a Special Branch Constable with the Bihar Police?

It is assigned to Pay Level-3 of the state pay scale (the basic pay in this category lying between ₹21,700 and ₹69,100), along with the dearness allowance, house rent allowance, medical allowance, and special security allowances.

Q Q24. What are the primary duties of a Special Branch Constable?

The Special Branch Constables gather information in the field, monitor the situation with regard to law and order in the area, provide security escorts for dignitaries, and assist with state intelligence reporting.

Q Q25. What is the correct way to divide my 120 minutes when I am taking the Paper 2 exam?

In the first 40 minutes attend to the General Studies and Bihar GK questions that you remember, then spend the next 55 minutes on the 30 maths problems, and use the final 25 minutes for the other questions and for checking the OMR.

Q Q26. What makes the AI-based tool for identifying weak areas suitable for Paper 2?

The program examines the questions you have answered wrongly in the GS, Math, and Bihar GK sections, detects the specific topics causing you to lose marks (such as percentage calculations or river systems), and then recommends particular revision exercises.

Q Q27. Can people from states other than Bihar apply for this exam?

Anyone with Indian citizenship, regardless of which state they are from, can apply in the Unreserved (General) category, but the state reservation benefits and age concessions are only granted to permanent residents of Bihar.

Q Q28. What should I study for the General Science part of Paper 2?

You should focus in particular on the fundamental science subjects taught in Classes 9 and 10 according to the NCERT curriculum, for example SI units, the laws of motion, common chemical formulas, acids and bases, the human digestive and circulatory systems, and vitamin deficiencies.

Q Q29. How many mock exams should you take before the actual one?

You should do at least 15 to 20 full-length 100-mark mock tests under timed conditions if you want to increase your speed at doing mathematical calculations and also develop accurate OMR bubbling habits.

Q Q30. What is the best way to prepare for the 20-mark Bihar general knowledge section?

Study the history of ancient Magadha, Veer Kunwar Singh's role in the 1857 Revolt, the Champaran Satyagraha, major river courses (Ganga, Kosi, Ganda

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