RTPS Bihar Character Certificate Online Apply 2026

Welcome to your complete 2026 guide for applying for a Character Certificate (आचरण प्रमाण पत्र) through the RTPS Bihar portal. Whether you are applying for a new government job, a private sector role, or starting a CSC center, this document is an absolute necessity.

In this guide, we will walk you through exactly what documents you need, how the police verification system actually works, and the step-by-step online application process at serviceonline.bihar.gov.in so your application doesn’t get rejected.

Documents required to apply for a Character Certificate

To apply for a Character Certificate, you only need your Aadhaar card (under 2 mb) and a passport-size photo (under 300 KB).

How to Apply for Character Certificate Online in Bihar via RTPS ServicePlus

Official Portal: serviceonline.bihar.gov.in

STEP- 1

Open any browser on your mobile or computer. Search for “RTPS Bihar” or “RTPS”, and click on the top link that has bihar.gov.in.

STEP- 2

On the RTPS homepage, look at the lefthand side and follow the following step:
Apply Online → RTPS Services → Home Department → Issuance of Character Certificate

STEP- 3

Fill in the applicant’s details:

• Select Certificate Format: English/Hindi
• Gender: Male, Female, Third Gender
• Name of Applicant
• Name of Father
• Name of Mother
• Name of Husband
• Mobile number of Applicant: OTP verifaction (Required for delivery of Certificate through Download Link in SMS)
• Email of Applicant (Required for delivery of Certificate as attachment in Email)

Fill you Permanent Address Detail:

• State
• District
• Sub-Division
• Block
• Town
• Post Office
• Ward number
• Pin Code
• Type of Local Body
  • Municipal Corporation
  • Town Panchayat
  • Municipality
  •  Village Panchayat
• Upload Photograph of applicant
• Select Profession 

STEP- 4

Purpose of Application: Choose any one out of these given options. You have to select one of these; otherwise, you won’t be able to proceed to the next step. If the listed purposes do not align with your own, there is an option at the end to select a different purpose, allowing you to manually enter your specific purpose.

STEP-5

Enter your domicile details of the last 2 years. In this you have to provide your address details for 2 years where you have been living; this makes police verification easy and fast.
If you have lived in multiple locations, you can add all details by clicking the “+” (Add) button.

STEP-6

Self Declaration: Click on the checkbox of “I Agree.” Where it says that you are not involved in any kind of criminal activity or don’t have a record on you. And all the information provided here is correct; if the information provided is found to be wrong or misleading, legal action will be taken against you.

STEP- 7

AAdditional Details:

Select “Apply to the Office”, then choose your district’s Superintendent of Police (SP) Office. Each district has one SP office, and your certificate will be verified there.

• Location Type
• Department Level
• state
• DIVISION-COMMISSIONARY
• Select Office

Your Character Certificate (CC) is verified by the SP office, so it is very important to select the correct office of your district. If you choose the SP office of another district, your application may get rejected.

STEP- 8

Enter the captcha code and click on the Submit button.
After that, a form preview will appear on your screen. You should review all the information carefully.

At the bottom, you will find an option called Attach Annexure—click on it. Here, you need to upload a document for verification, such as your Aadhaar card, Voter ID card, PAN card, passport, or any other valid ID you have.

Upload the document and click on Save Annexure. After that, the final preview of your form will appear. Check all the details once again. If any information is incorrect, you can cancel and refill the form. Once everything is correct, click on the Submit option.

After submission, an acknowledgment page will appear. It will contain all your details, along with information about when your certificate will be issued. If you want to download it, you will find an Export to PDF option at the bottom—click on it to download your application.

NOTE: This process of filling out the application is the same on both phone and desktop, so you can use any device to fill out the application. Just make sure to follow the exact steps carefully to fill the application correctly without any errors.

Application Processing Time – (Character Certificate)

When you apply for a Character Certificate through RTPS online, the processing time usually takes around 14 days from the date of submission. However, in some cases, it may take a little longer, so it’s best to apply in advance.

Validity/Expiry of Character Certificate

The Character Certificate issued through RTPS is valid for 6 months from the date of issue.

How to track you Character Certificate status?

To check your application status of Bihar Character Certificate, follow these steps on the RTPS portal:

1. Visit the official website where you applied and click on the option to check application status (आवेदन की स्थिति देखें).
   Under Citizen section > Track Application Status.
2. Enter your Application Reference Number.
3. Enter the submission date (the date you applied) and fill in the captcha code, then click submit.
4. The system will ask if you want to view and download your certificate; click on this option.
5. Provide the applicant’s name, father’s name, and mother’s name, and click submit again.
6. Your application status will appear on the screen. If your certificate is ready, the status will show as “Approved” and “Issued and Delivered”.
   (Note: If your application was rejected, the reason will be clearly mentioned in the “Remarks” section so you can correct it and reapply).

TRACK APPLICATION STATUS

Note: This page is only for demonstration. When you click ‘Submit,’ you will be redirected to the official government website to continue.

Download Your Character Certificate (RTPS Bihar).

• First of all, open any browser on your mobile or computer and search for RTPS Bihar. Then click on the official website.
• Now, when the homepage opens, look at the left-hand side. You will see an option like “Citizen Section” > “Download Certificate”.
• Click on that option. Now enter your Application Reference Number, Applicant name in english then enter captcha and click to Download.

• If your certificate is approved, it will be downloaded directly to your device.

NOTE: Make sure your application status is approved, otherwise the certificate will not be available for download.

What is a Character Certificate?

A Character Certificate is an official document issued by the Superintendent of Police (SP) of your district. It officially certifies that you do not have any pending criminal cases, FIRs, or adverse/criminal records against you in the local police station.

Where Do You Need a Character Certificate?

Character Certificate is universally required across many different sectors in Bihar:

• Government Jobs: Mandatory during the final document verification for BPSC, Bihar Police, SSC, and teaching (TRE) jobs.
• Private Sector & Corporate Jobs: Top companies now require this before handing over an offer letter.
• Contractor & Vendor Licenses: Required if you want to take on government tenders.
• CSC / CSP Centers: Mandatory if you want to open a Common Service Center or a bank’s Customer Service Point.
• Passport & Visa Processing: Acts as a foundational document for background checks.
• Arms License or Liquor Permits: (Where applicable legally) requires intense background clearance.

Behind the Scenes: How is Your Character Certificate Verified?

Many applicants get anxious waiting for this certificate because they don’t know where it is. Here is how your Application get approve:

1. SP Office Routing: The RTPS portal sends your digital file directly to the District Superintendent of Police (SP) office.
2. Local Thana Dispatch: Then SP office forwards your application to the local Police Station (Thana) you selected in your form.
3. Police Verification (Physical): A police officer (usually a Sub-Inspector or ASI or constable) is assigned to verify your identity. They will either visit your home, or they will call the mobile number on your application asking you to visit the Thana. Carry Aadhaar and 2 witnesses with you may they ask.
4. Background Verification: The officer checks your background and criminal record or any complain register on you in there record. If your record is clean, they approve your application and send it back to the SP office.
5. Final Approvable: The DSP or SP reviews your application then they will attaches their Digital Signature, and the certificate is uploaded to your RTPS portal for download.

How to Get Character Certificate Fast in Bihar (RTPS)?

Process to Get Character Certificate (CC) Urgently in Bihar you can follow these steps:

If you need your Character Certificate urgently,

1. Apply Online
   First, apply for your Character Certificate through the RTPS portal:
   Apply Online → RTPS Services → Home Department → Issuance of Character Certificate
2. Download Documents
   After final submission, download the acknowledgement slip and take a printout. Also keep copies of all the documents you submitted during the application, along with any other necessary documents.
3. Write an Application
   Write an application addressed to the SP (Superintendent of Police) and local thana prabhari, clearly mentioning your urgent requirement for the Character Certificate and the reason for urgency.
4. Visit SP Office
   Visit your local thana and your district SP office with all your documents, including the acknowledgement slip, Aadhaar card, and your application. It’s a good idea to carry a complete document file in case any additional documents are requested.

Processing Time (Urgent Case)
After completing these steps, the certificate may be issued within 1–2 days. However, the time can vary depending on the SP office.

Note: This is based on personal experience and general practice. It is not an official rule or guaranteed timeline.

Character Certificate – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)