SSC GD Constable Exam Date OUT, [25487 Posts]Check Official Exam Schedule Now

SSC GD Constable [25487 Posts] Exam Date OUT, Check Official Exam Schedule Now

 


The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the tentative examination schedule for the Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2026. As per the latest notice, the Computer Based Examination for SSC GD Constable is tentatively scheduled to commence from 23rd February 2026

 

SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC), on behalf of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has invited online applications from eligible Indian nationals for the recruitment of General Duty (GD) Constables in various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) including BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, Assam Rifles (AR), and SSF. Through this recruitment drive, a total of 25,487 vacancies will be filled.

SSC GD Constable 2026 – Official Notice PDF

The official notice regarding the tentative exam dates has been published on the SSC website. Aspirants are advised to download and refer to the notice for accurate information and future updates.

SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview

The SSC GD Constable Examination 2026 aims to recruit 25,487 candidates for Constable and Rifleman posts across various paramilitary forces. Selected candidates will be paid a monthly salary in Pay Level-3.

Name of the Organisation

Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

Recruitment Body

Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)

Exam Name

Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2026

Vacancies

25,487

Registration Dates

01st December to 31st December 2025 (23:00)

Eligibility

10th Pass (Matriculation)

Age Limit

18 to 23 years (as on 01/01/2026)

Selection Process

CBE, PST/PET, Medical Test, DV

Salary (Pay Level)

Pay Level-3 (₹ 21,700 – ₹ 69,100)

Job Location

Across India

SSC GD Notification 2026

The detailed SSC GD Notification 2026 PDF was released on the official website ssc.gov.in on December 1, 2025. The notification provides comprehensive details regarding the scheme of examination, CBE pattern, detailed syllabus, Physical Standards (Height, Chest), Physical Efficiency requirements (Running), document requirements, and age relaxation rules.

SSC GD Constable Vacancy 2026

The Staff Selection Commission has announced a total of 25,487 vacancies for the post of Constable (GD) and Rifleman (GD). The vacancies are distributed among various CAPFs as detailed below:

Force

Male Vacancies

Female Vacancies

Total Vacancies

Border Security Force (BSF)

524

92

616

Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)

13,135

1,460

14,595

Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)

5,366

124

5,490

Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)

1,764

0

1,764

Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)

1,099

194

1,293

Assam Rifles (AR)

1,556

150

1,706

Secretariat Security Force (SSF)

23

0

23

Total

23,467

2,020

25,487

SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the prescribed eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit as on the crucial date of 01.01.2026.

Educational Qualification

  • Candidates must have passed the Matriculation or 10th Class Examination from a recognized Board/University as on the cut-off date (01.01.2026).

Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)

The candidate’s age must be between a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 23 years. Candidates should have been born not earlier than 02.01.2003 and not later than 01.01.2008.

The age relaxation in the upper age limit is provided as per Government rules:

Category

Age Relaxation (In the Upper Age Limit)

SC/ST

5 years

OBC

3 years

Ex-Servicemen (ESM)

3 years after deduction of military service from actual age

SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection criteria for the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in the following stages:

Stage No.

Selection Stage

Description

Stage 1

Computer Based Examination (CBE)

Objective-type online exam.

Stage 2

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Running test (e.g., Male: 5 km in 24 min; Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 min).

Stage 3

Physical Standard Test (PST)

Measurement of Height and Chest.

Stage 4

Detailed Medical Examination (DME)/Review Medical Examination (RME)

Medical fitness check.

Stage 5

Document Verification (DV)

Checking of original documents.

SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern 2026

The Computer Based Examination (CBE) is the first stage. It is an objective-type paper consisting of 80 questions for 160 marks. Each correct answer carries 2 marks, and there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. The examination will be conducted in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages.

Section

Number of Questions

Max Marks

General Intelligence and Reasoning

20

40

General Knowledge and General Awareness

20

40

Elementary Mathematics

20

40

English/Hindi

20

40

Total

80

160

Minimum Qualifying Percentage

Candidates must score a minimum qualifying percentage in the CBE to be considered for the next stage (PET/PST):

Category

Minimum Qualifying Marks (Out of 160)

Unserved Category (UR)

30%

Other Backward Classes (OBC)/Economically Weaker Section (EWS)

25%

All other categories (SC/ST/ESM)

20%

SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The official notification has been released with the complete schedule for the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026. The online application window is open, and candidates must ensure they complete their application and fee payment before the respective deadlines.

Events

Dates

Apply Online Begins

01st December 2025

Last Date to Apply

31st December 2025 (23:00)

Last Date to pay the application fee

01st January 2026 (23:00)

Correction Window

08th to 10th January 2026 (23:00)

Computer Based Exam (CBE) Date

Feb-April, 2026 (Tentative)

SSC GD Constable Salary Structure

The selected candidates will receive a salary under Pay Level-3 of the Pay Matrix. This includes the basic pay along with all admissible Central Government allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), etc.

Post

Pay Level

Pay Scale

Constable (GD) / Rifleman (GD)

Level 3

₹ 21,700 – ₹ 69,100

SSC GD Constable Application Form 2026

The online application portal for the SSC GD Application Form 2026 has been activated on the Staff Selection Commission’s official website, ssc.gov.in. Candidates who wish to apply for the 25,487 Constable vacancies must complete their One-Time Registration (OTR) and application form carefully before the closing date of December 31, 2025 (23:00).

SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.

Category

Application Fee

Male candidates of the General, EWS and OBC categories

₹ 100/-

Women candidates and candidates belonging to SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen

Exempted (₹ 0/-)

Steps to Apply for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026

Candidates must follow these steps to successfully submit their application:

Step I (One-Time Registration – OTR)

  1. Visit the official SSC website.
  2. Click on the ‘Login or Register’ button to complete the OTR process.
  3. Fill in basic details, educational details, and contact information.
  4. A Registration ID and Password will be generated.

Step-II (Complete Application Form)

  1. Log in using the Registration ID and Password.
  2. Navigate to the ‘Apply’ section under ‘Latest Notifications’ and click on the ‘Constable (GD) Examination, 2026’ link.
  3. Fill in the detailed application form, select preferences for CAPFs, and choose three Exam Centres.
  4. Upload the scanned copy of your recent photograph and signature as per the specifications given in the official notice.
  5. Pay the application fee online (if applicable) through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, RuPay Credit/Debit Cards.
  6. Preview the form and click ‘Final Submit’. Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

 

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