📢 SSC Constable (GD) 2026 Notification: Everything You Need to Know!

SSC Constable (GD) 2026 Notification: Everything You Need to Know!

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2026. This is a massive opportunity for young aspirants to join India's central forces!

Here is a breakdown of all the essential information, including key dates, vacancies, eligibility, and the selection process.

📅 Key Dates at a Glance

Mark your calendars with these important dates for the application process:                                              

Event	Date / Period
Dates for Submission of Online Application Form	01.12.2025 to 31.12.2025
Last Date and Time for Receipt of Online Application Form	31.12.2025 (23:00)
Last Date and Time for Online Fee Payment	01.01.2026 (23:00)
Window for Online Application Form Correction	08.01.2026 to 10.01.2026 (23:00)
Tentative Schedule of Computer Based Examination (CBE)	Feb - April, 2026

👮 Total Vacancies and Pay Scale

A total of 25,487 vacancies have been announced!

Category	Male Vacancies	Female Vacancies	Grand Total
Total	23,467	2,020	25,487

The pay scale for all posts is Pay Level-3 (₹21,700/- to ₹69,100/-).

he recruitment will fill posts in:

• Border Security Force (BSF)

• Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)

• Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)

• Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)

• Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)

• Secretariat Security Force (SSF)

• Assam Rifles (AR) (Rifleman (GD))

📣 Encouragement for Women: The Government strives for gender balance, and women candidates are encouraged to apply.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification (as on 01.01.2026)

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

2.Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)

The candidate's age must be 18-23 years as of 01.01.2026. This means candidates should be born not before 02.01.2003 and not later than 01.01.2008. 

Category	Age Relaxation Permissible (Beyond Upper Age Limit)
SC/ST	5 years
OBC	3 years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	3 years after deduction of military service rendered

📝 Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of five stages:

1. Computer Based Examination (CBE)
2. Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
4. Medical Examination (DME/RME)
5. Document Verification (DV)

Computer Based Examination (CBE) Details

• Mode: Objective Multiple-Choice Type.
• Duration: 60 minutes.
• Total Questions: 80 questions, carrying 2 marks each.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
• Language: The exam will be conducted in English, Hindi, and 13 Regional Languages.
• Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR: 30%, OBC/EWS: 25%, All other categories: 20%

Part	Subject	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks
A	General Intelligence and Reasoning	20	40
B	General Knowledge and General Awareness	20	40
C	Elementary Mathematics	20	40
D	English/Hindi	20	40

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) - Race

Candidates must clear the race within the following time limits

Region	Male	Female
Other than Ladakh Region	5 Kms in 24 minutes	1.6 Kms in $8\frac{1}{2}$ minutes
Ladakh Region	1.6 Kms in 7 minutes	800 metres in 5 minutes

ℹ️ Ex-Servicemen (ESM) are exempted from the PET (race), but must appear for the PST (measurement of height, chest, and weight) and qualify the Medical Examination.

Physical Standard Test (PST) - Height

The minimum height standards are:

• Male: 170 cms

• Female: 157 cms

Relaxations are provided for specific categories and regions (e.g., Scheduled Tribes, Garhwalis, Dogras, Marathas, North-Eastern States, etc.)

💻 How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only.

1. One-Time Registration (OTR): If you haven't already, complete your OTR on the new SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in. The old OTR is not functional.

2. Apply Online: Log in and fill the Online Application Form for the Constable (GD) Examination. You can apply either via the website or through the 'mySSC' mobile application.

3. Real-Time Photo Capture: The module captures a real-time photograph (no cap, mask, or glasses/spectacles) while filling out the form. Do not upload a pre-existing photograph, as this will lead to rejection.

4. Fee Payment: A fee of ₹100/- is payable. Women candidates, SC/ST, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted.

Critical Advice for Candidates

• Domicile/PRC: As vacancies are State/UT-wise, candidates must produce a Domicile/Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC) of the State/UT indicated in the Online Application Form at the time of Document Verification.

• Force Preference: Filling all seven (07) preferences for CAPFs/Organizations is mandatory. Be extremely careful as no request for change in preference will be entertained after submission.

• Aadhaar Authentication: Candidates are advised to opt for Aadhaar Based Authentication during OTR. If you do, your application will not be rejected for issues with the photograph and/or signature.