SSC GD Constable Recruitment- The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced recruitment for Constable (General Duty) in different Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) such as BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles, the total of 25,487 posts will be filled to support security, border protection and internal duties across India.
The online application process started on December 1, 2025 and will end on December 31, 2025, this is a good chance for 10th pass candidates aged 18–23 to join the paramilitary forces, the job offers tough training, adventure and the pride of serving the nation.
SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Advertisement No. | HQ-C-3007/10/2025-C-3 |
| Post Name | Constable (GD) in BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF, Rifleman (GD) in AR |
| Total Vacancies | 25,487 (23,467 Male + 2,020 Female) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC GD Constable Vacancy Details
| Sr. No. | Force Name | Male SC | Male ST | Male OBC | Male EWS | Male UR | Male Total | Female SC | Female ST | Female OBC | Female EWS | Female UR | Female Total | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BSF | 78 | 58 | 113 | 53 | 222 | 524 | 11 | 7 | 20 | 5 | 49 | 92 | 616 |
| 2 | CISF | 1918 | 1391 | 2958 | 1321 | 5547 | 13135 | 205 | 152 | 326 | 150 | 627 | 1460 | 14595 |
| 3 | CRPF | 870 | 32 | 1343 | 598 | 2523 | 5366 | 15 | 8 | 27 | 8 | 66 | 124 | 5490 |
| 4 | SSB | 257 | 167 | 412 | 176 | 752 | 1764 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1764 |
| 5 | ITBP | 146 | 139 | 219 | 109 | 486 | 1099 | 24 | 25 | 38 | 16 | 91 | 194 | 1293 |
| 6 | AR | 161 | 302 | 278 | 157 | 658 | 1556 | 14 | 30 | 25 | 10 | 71 | 150 | 1706 |
| 7 | SSF | – | – | – | – | – | 23 | – | – | – | – | – | – | 23 |
| Total | All Forces | 3430 | 2089 | 6323 | 2414 | 12188 | 23467 | 269 | 222 | 436 | 189 | 904 | 2020 | 25,487 |
Eligibility Criteria of SSC GD Constable Recruitment
- Citizen of India
- Must possess Domicile/PRC of the State/UT indicated in the application (except Assam & specified categories)
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational & Other Qualifications (Detailed) |
|---|---|
| Constable (GD)/Rifleman (GD) (All Forces) | 1. Matriculation (Class 10th) or equivalent from a recognized board/university. 2. No minimum % marks, appearing candidates not eligible. 3. NCC certificate holders get bonus marks in CBE (optional). |
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
| Category | Minimum Age (Years) | Maximum Age (Years) | Age Relaxation (Years) | Reckoning Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 18 | 23 | – | 01.01.2026 |
| OBC | 18 | 23 | 3 | 01.01.2026 |
| SC/ST | 18 | 23 | 5 | 01.01.2026 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 18 | 23 | 3 (after deduction of military service from actual age) | 01.01.2026 |
| Children/Dependents of 1984 Riots Victims (UR/EWS) | 18 | 23 | 5 | 01.01.2026 |
| Children/Dependents of 1984 Riots Victims (OBC) | 18 | 23 | 8 | 01.01.2026 |
| Children/Dependents of 1984 Riots Victims (SC/ST) | 18 | 23 | 10 | 01.01.2026 |
Salary and Benefits
| Pay Scale | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Rs. 21,700 – Rs. 69,100 (Pay Level-3, 7th CPC, starts at entry with yearly increments) |
| Additional Benefits | Dearness Allowance (DA) – 50%+ of basic for inflation House Rent Allowance (HRA) – 8-27% city-based (27% in Delhi) Transport Allowance – Rs. 1,000+ for duties Medical – Full Canteen Facilities for self/family Ration Allowance – Free/subsidized food Pension under NPS + Gratuity Leave Travel Concession (LTC) – Paid holidays Other: Kit/uniform free, risk/hill allowances, promotions to Head Constable |
| Estimated Gross Salary | Rs. 35,000 – Rs. 45,000 per month (including DA/HRA) |
Selection Process
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Computer Based Examination (CBE) | Online objective test (80 questions, 160 marks, 60 min), subjects: GK (20Q), Reasoning (20Q), Maths (20Q), English/Hindi (20Q). Negative: 0.25/wrong. Qualifying for next. |
| Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) | Height, chest (males), weight check, qualifying only. Relaxations for hills/SC/ST. |
| Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Running (Male: 5 km in 24 min, Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 min), qualifying. |
| Stage 4: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Document Verification | Health check (eyes, fitness), verify originals. Review Medical (RME) if needed. |
| Final Merit | CBE marks (normalized) + preference for force, All-India merit list. |
CBE Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 | |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20 | 40 | |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 | |
| English/Hindi | 20 | 40 | |
| Total | 80 | 160 | 60 min |
Documents Required
| Mandatory Documents | Details |
|---|---|
| Photo & Signature | Recent passport photo (20-50 KB), signature (10-20 KB) |
| Age Proof | Class 10 certificate |
| Educational | Class 10 marksheet & certificate |
| Category/Reservation | SC/ST/OBC/EWS cert, NCC if claiming bonus; PwD cert |
| ID Proof | Aadhaar/PAN |
| Others | Domicile/PRC of state/UT, 4 extra photos |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Female | Rs. 0 |
- Payment Mode: Online (BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, RuPay)
How to Apply Online for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026
- Visit Site – Go to ssc.gov.in > Click “New User? Register Now” under Login.
- OTR – Fill name, DOB, category, email, mobile > Verify OTP > Get registration ID/password.
- Login – Use ID/password > Select “Apply” for GD Constable 2026.
- Basic Details – Enter Aadhaar/10th details, state/UT, force preference (up to 5).
- Photo/Sig Upload – Upload recent photo/signature (formats: JPG, size 20-50 KB).
- Education – Enter 10th details, NCC if any.
- Preview – Check all info > Edit if needed.
- Pay Fee – Rs. 100 if applicable (online/SBI Challan).
- Submit – Final declaration > Submit > Get application number.
- Download – Save/print confirmation; note number for admit card.
| Section | Link/Action |
|---|---|
| SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 Apply Now | Apply Now |
| Official Notification of SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 | Download SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 PDF |
| SSC Official Website | Visit Website |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification Release | December 1, 2025 |
| Online Application Opens | December 1, 2025 |
| Application Closes | December 31, 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | January 1, 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | January 8-10, 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| CBE Exam Date | February-April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
| PST/PET Dates | To be notified |
Final Thoughts
The SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 offers 25,487 posts in BSF, CRPF and other forces. Eligible are 10th pass youth aged 18–23 with fitness and discipline. Pay starts at ₹21,700 plus DA, HRA and pension with postings across India and promotion scope.
Apply online at ssc.gov.in by December 31, 2025, prepare for the computer exam (GK, Maths – 80 questions) and physical test (5 km run), keep your 10th certificate ready and check the official PDF for full details.
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