The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC GD Constable Notification 2026 for recruitment to Constable (General Duty) posts in various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles.
This is one of India’s largest defence recruitment drives, offering 25,487 vacancies for both male and female candidates.
Aspiring candidates can submit their applications from 01 December 2025 to 31 December 2025 through the SSC official website ssc.gov.in.
Highlights of SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Constable GD & Rifleman GD |
| Vacancies | 25,487 |
| Application Dates | 01 Dec 2025 – 31 Dec 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 01 Jan 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 08 Jan – 10 Jan 2026 |
| Exam Date | Feb – April 2026 (Computer Based Exam) |
| Salary | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Pay Level–3) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
Total Vacancies: 25,487
The detailed force-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Force | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| BSF | 616 |
| CISF | 14,595 |
| CRPF | 5,490 |
| SSB | 1,764 |
| ITBP | 1,293 |
| Assam Rifles (AR) | 1,706 |
| SSF | 23 |
| Grand Total | 25,487 |
Vacancies are allocated state-wise, area-wise, and category-wise.
10% vacancies are reserved for Ex-servicemen.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality
Candidates must be citizens of India and must submit a Domicile/PRC of the state they apply for (except Assam).
2. Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
18 to 23 years
(Born between 02-01-2003 and 01-01-2008)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years (after service deduction) |
| Victims of 1984 riots | 5–10 years (category-wise) |
3. Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Class 10 / Matriculation from a recognized board on or before 01-01-2026.
Selection Process
The SSC GD recruitment will involve the following stages:
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Computer Based Examination (CBE)
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
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Physical Standard Test (PST)
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Medical Examination (DME/RME)
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Document Verification (DV)
Exam Pattern 2026
The Computer Based Examination will have 80 questions for 160 marks.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| B | General Knowledge & Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| C | Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| D | English/Hindi | 20 | 40 |
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Duration: 60 minutes
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Negative Marking: 0.25 mark
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Languages: English, Hindi + 13 Regional Languages
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
For Male Candidates
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5 km race in 24 minutes
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(Ladakh region): 1.6 km in 7 minutes
For Female Candidates
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1.6 km race in 8.5 minutes
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(Ladakh region): 800 m in 5 minutes
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Height
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Male: 170 cm
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Female: 157 cm
(Relaxation applicable for specific categories)
Chest (Male Only)
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Unexpanded: 80 cm
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Expanded: 85 cm
(Relaxations apply)
Weight
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Proportionate to height and age.
Application Fee
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₹100 for General & OBC (Male)
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No fee for Women, SC, ST, Ex-servicemen
Payment Mode: UPI, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card
How to Apply
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Visit https://ssc.gov.in
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Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR)
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Fill in the GD Application Form
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Upload real-time captured photo & signature
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Pay the fee
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Submit & take a printout
Note:
Aadhaar-based authentication is highly recommended.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 01 Dec 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 01 Dec 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 Dec 2025 (11 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 01 Jan 2026 |
| Application Correction | 08–10 Jan 2026 |
| SSC GD Exam Date | Feb – Apr 2026 |
Conclusion
The SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 offers a golden opportunity for young aspirants to serve the nation through various armed forces. With over 25,000 vacancies, candidates meeting the eligibility criteria should not miss this chance.
