SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment

The SSC GD Constable 2026 recruitment process has been announced for a total of 25,487 vacancies across various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Assam Rifles, and the Secretariat Security Force (SSF). The examination aims to recruit eligible candidates for the post of Constable (General Duty) and Rifleman (GD) through a nationwide selection process consisting of a Computer Based Examination (CBE), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Medical Examination, and Document Verification. Candidates who meet the age, educational, and physical eligibility criteria can apply online within the specified dates.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details (Force Wise)

Summary of posts by force / organisation.

Note: Vacancies are domicile/state-wise for CAPFs (except SSF which is on All-India basis). Detailed state-wise, force-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup is published in the annexures and candidate should refer to the official vacancy table when choosing domicile/force preferences.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Candidate must be a citizen of India.

Age Limit

Age must be 18 to 23 years as on 01-01-2026 (i.e., born not before 02-01-2003 and not later than 01-01-2008). Permissible relaxations in upper age limit apply as per notified category rules.

Educational Qualification

Matriculation (10th class) pass from a recognized board as on 01-01-2026.

Ex-Servicemen / Special Provisions

10% vacancies are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen (ESM). Ex-Servicemen eligibility and relaxations follow the rules and require specified certificates.

Application Fee & Payment

Payment modes: BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit cards (Visa/Master/Maestro/RuPay). Last date for fee payment: 01.01.2026 (23:00 Hrs). Fee once paid will not be refunded.

Scheme Of Examination

The selection process comprises: Computer Based Examination (CBE) → PET / PST → Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Document Verification (DV).

Computer Based Examination (CBE) — Overview

Duration: 60 minutes. Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Questions are of matriculation level. CBE will be held in English, Hindi and 13 regional languages.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Physical Standard Test (PST)

Candidates shortlisted from CBE will be called for PET/PST conducted by the CAPFs. Measurement and race standards:

Relaxations in height/chest are provided for specified categories and regions as per notified norms; chest measurement expansion requirements apply where applicable.

Medical Examination & Document Verification

Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Document Verification (DV) will be carried out by the CAPFs for candidates shortlisted after PET/PST. Candidates must produce original certificates (matriculation, caste/Domicile/PRC, NCC if claimed, ESM documents, relaxation certificates etc.).

How To Apply Online

Step-by-step procedure (summary)

1. Generate One-Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC website and verify mobile & email via OTP.
2. Login with Registration Number and password; choose the live advertisement for Constable (GD) / Rifleman (GD) and click Apply.
3. Fill the Online Application Form. Key fields (name, DOB, matriculation details) are non-editable in OTR — enter accurately.
4. Capture / upload live photograph (no cap/spectacles) and scanned signature (10–20 KB JPEG) as per specifications.
5. Choose medium for CBE, exam centre preferences (3), domicile state/district and force preferences (fill all seven CAPF preferences).
6. Preview the application carefully. Submit final application before 31.12.2025. Only one final application is allowed during the normal submission period.
7. Pay the fee online (if applicable). Keep a copy/printout of the submitted application for records.
8. Use the correction window (08.01.2026 — 10.01.2026) for limited corrections. Correction charges apply (₹200 first time; ₹500 second time).

Important: Candidates are responsible for ensuring accuracy of domicile/state information — mismatches at DV will lead to cancellation.

Admission & Centres

Admission certificates (AC) for CBE and later stages will be available online only. Candidates may choose three exam centre preferences. Self-slot selection facility will be provided; candidates who do not select a slot when the window opens will not be scheduled and will not receive an AC.

FAQ

1. What is the last date to apply for SSC GD Constable 2026?

Last date to submit the online application is 31 December 2025 (23:00 Hrs).

2. What is the age limit for SSC GD Constable 2026?

Applicants must be between 18 and 23 years as on 01-01-2026. Relaxations apply as per category rules.

3. What is the essential educational qualification?

Pass in Matriculation (10th class) from a recognized board on or before 01-01-2026.

4. What is the application fee and payment modes?

Fee is ₹100 for general candidates. Exemptions apply for women, SC, ST, and eligible Ex-Servicemen. Payment modes: BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit cards.

5. How many vacancies are there in total?

Total vacancies (all forces combined): 25,487. Force-wise totals are listed above.

6. How will candidates be shortlisted for PET/PST?

Shortlisting to PET/PST is based on merit in the CBE (including NCC bonus marks, if applicable). Approximately eight times the vacancies will be shortlisted for PET/PST (state/area/category-wise).

7. What are the CBE exam pattern and negative marking?

CBE has 80 objective questions (4 parts of 20 questions each), total 160 marks, duration 60 minutes. Negative marking: 0.25 for each incorrect answer.

8. Can I edit my application after submission?

There is a correction window from 08.01.2026 to 10.01.2026 during which limited corrections can be made (correction charges apply). After that, no changes will be permitted.