SSC Constable (GD) Notification 2026 — Apply Online for CAPFs, SSF & Assam Rifles
Staff Selection Commission has released the notification for recruitment of Constable (General Duty) in BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles for the year 2026. The selection process includes a Computer Based Examination (CBE), followed by PET/PST, Detailed Medical Examination and Document Verification conducted by CAPFs. Applications are to be submitted online only through the SSC portal within the prescribed dates. Basic eligibility includes Matric/10th pass, age 18–23 years as on 01.01.2026 (with relaxations as per rules) and Pay Level-3: ₹21,700–69,100. Candidates should carefully read the official notice for force-wise vacancies, state/UT-wise distribution, age relaxation, exam scheme, PET/PST standards, fee details and other instructions before applying online.
Quick Overview
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Examination
SSC Constable (GD) Examination 2026
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Total Vacancies
25,487 Posts (Tentative)
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Forces Covered
BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, SSF & Assam Rifles
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Pay Scale
Pay Level-3: ₹21,700 – 69,100 + allowances
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Age Limit
18 – 23 years as on 01-01-2026 (relaxations as per rules)
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Qualification
Matric / 10th pass from a recognised board as on 01-01-2026
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Selection Stages
CBE → PST / PET → Medical Examination → Document Verification
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Application Mode
Online only through SSC portal (ssc.gov.in)
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Vacancy Distribution
State/UT-wise for CAPFs; SSF on All-India basis
Vacancies are tentative. For updated force-wise and State/UT-wise vacancy details and exact application dates,
candidates should refer to the official SSC notification and vacancy list.
Force-wise Vacancies (SSC Constable GD 2026)
| Force | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Border Security Force (BSF) | 616 |
| Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) | 14,595 |
| Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) | 5,490 |
| Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) | 1,764 |
| Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) | 1,293 |
| Assam Rifles (AR) | 1,706 |
| Secretariat Security Force (SSF) | 23 |
| Grand Total | 25,487 |
Educational Qualification & Physical Eligibility (SSC Constable GD 2026)
Education
Minimum Qualification (as on 01-01-2026)
Candidates must have passed Matriculation / 10th Class or equivalent
from a recognised Board/University on or before
01 January 2026.
Candidates who have not acquired the essential qualification by this date are
not eligible to apply.
Age Limit
Basic Age Criteria (as on 01-01-2026)
18 to 23 years for General/UR/EWS candidates
(i.e. born between 02-01-2003 and 01-01-2008, both dates
inclusive).
Upper age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen and other eligible categories as per Government rules.
Upper age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen and other eligible categories as per Government rules.
Physical Standard Test (PST)
| Category | Height — Male | Height — Female | Chest — Male |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (most States/UTs) | 170 cm | 157 cm | 80–85 cm (min. 5 cm expansion) |
| Scheduled Tribes (all India) | 162.5 cm | 150.0 cm | 76–81 cm |
| Garhwali, Kumaoni, Dogra, Maratha & candidates from Assam, HP, J&K, Ladakh | 165.0 cm | 155.0 cm | 78–83 cm |
| NE States & GTA (as per notification) | 162.5–157.0 cm | 152.5–147.5 cm | 77–82 cm (min. 5 cm expansion) |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Race
| Region | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| All regions except Ladakh | 5 km in 24 minutes | 1.6 km in 8½ minutes |
| Ladakh region | 1.6 km in 7 minutes | 800 metres in 5 minutes |
Note: Weight must be proportionate to height and age as per medical
standards. Category-wise relaxations in height and chest, exemption from PET for
Ex-servicemen, and other special conditions should be checked in the official SSC GD
2026 detailed notification.
Application Fee (SSC Constable GD 2026)
General, OBC, EWS Candidates
₹100/-
Application fee of Rupees One Hundred only is payable by
unreserved and non-exempted candidates.
Fee Exempted Categories
₹0 (No Fee)
Women candidates of all categories and candidates belonging to
SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) who are eligible for
reservation are exempted from payment of application fee.
Mode & Last Date of Fee Payment
Fee can be paid through online modes only such as
BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/Master/Maestro/RuPay Debit Card.
Fee payment through any other mode is not accepted.
Online fee payment can be made up to 01.01.2026, 23:00 hours. Candidates must ensure that the fee status shows as successfully paid in their SSC application.
Online fee payment can be made up to 01.01.2026, 23:00 hours. Candidates must ensure that the fee status shows as successfully paid in their SSC application.
Once paid, the application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Candidates are advised to verify eligibility and details carefully before making payment.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern (SSC Constable GD 2026)
Stage 1
Computer Based Examination (CBE)
Single objective-type online exam with 80 questions and
160 marks. Marks will be normalized and used for
shortlisting candidates for PET/PST. Exam is of
Matriculation level.
Stage 2
Physical Efficiency Test & Physical Standard Test
Candidates shortlisted on the basis of CBE (force-wise, State/UT-wise,
category-wise) will be called for PET/PST conducted by CAPFs.
Height, chest (for males) and weight are checked in PST and
race is conducted in PET as per prescribed standards.
Stage 3
DME/RME & Final Merit
PET/PST qualified candidates undergo Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
and Document Verification. Unfit candidates may be considered for
Review Medical Examination (RME) where permitted. Final merit and
force allocation are based on normalized CBE marks + NCC bonus (if any),
subject to PET/PST and medical fitness.
Computer Based Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 60 minutes (for entire paper) |
| Part-B | General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20 | 40 | — |
| Part-C | Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 | — |
| Part-D | English / Hindi | 20 | 40 | — |
| Total | 4 Sections | 80 | 160 | 60 Minutes |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
The paper is of Matriculation level and will be set in
English, Hindi and 13 regional languages as notified by SSC.
How to Apply
- Visit SSC website: Go to the official SSC portal ssc.gov.in and open the link for “Constable (GD) Examination 2026”.
- New Registration / Login: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user; otherwise login using your Registration ID and password.
- Fill Online Form: Select the GD Constable exam, fill in personal, educational and preference details carefully as per your documents.
- Upload Documents: Upload recent passport photo & signature (and other documents, if asked) in the prescribed size and format.
- Pay Fee & Submit: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and finally submit the form. Take a print/ PDF of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application form – start & end date | 01 December 2025 to 31 December 2025 |
| Last date & time for receipt of online application | 31 December 2025 (23:00 hours) |
| Last date & time for online fee payment | 01 January 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Online application correction window (with correction charges) | 08 January 2026 to 10 January 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Tentative schedule of Computer Based Examination (CBE) | February – April 2026 |
All dates are as per the official SSC GD Constable 2026 notification and are
subject to change. Candidates should regularly check the SSC website
for any updates or notices.
📥 Important Links
Use only these official SSC links for registration, notification download and updates. Avoid third-party forms or payment pages.
