The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026. This recruitment is conducted to fill a large number of Constable (General Duty) posts in various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Secretariat Security Force (SSF), and Assam Rifles. It is a golden opportunity for 10th pass candidates who are looking for a secure and respectable government job in the defense and security sector.

The SSC GD Constable recruitment is one of the most popular examinations in India due to its wide eligibility criteria, attractive salary structure, job stability, and career growth. Candidates selected through this recruitment will be posted in different forces across India based on merit, preferences, and availability of vacancies.

SSC GD Constable Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 25,487 vacancies have been announced under SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026. These vacancies are distributed among different forces as per the requirement. Both male and female candidates are eligible to apply for specific forces as mentioned in the official notification.

• Border Security Force (BSF): 616 Posts
• Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): 14,595 Posts
• Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF): 5,490 Posts
• Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB): 1,764 Posts
• Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP): 1,293 Posts
• Assam Rifles (AR): 1,706 Posts
• Secretariat Security Force (SSF): 23 Posts

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 must have passed Matriculation (10th class) or its equivalent examination from a recognized board or institution. Candidates appearing in the 10th examination are not eligible unless they have passed before the closing date of application.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age of the candidate should be between 18 to 23 years as on 1 January 2026. Candidates born before 2 January 2003 and after 1 January 2008 are not eligible to apply.

• SC/ST: 5 years age relaxation
• OBC: 3 years age relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years age relaxation

Physical Standards

Height

• Male: 170 cm
• Female: 157 cm

Chest (For Male Candidates)

• Unexpanded: 80 cm
• Expanded: Minimum expansion of 5 cm

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• Male: 5 km run in 24 minutes
• Female: 1.6 km run in 8 minutes

Selection Process

The selection process for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages to ensure the selection of physically fit and mentally capable candidates.

• Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
• Physical Standard Test (PST)
• Medical Examination
• Document Verification

Exam Pattern

The Computer Based Test will be conducted online and will consist of objective type multiple-choice questions.

• Total Questions: 80
• Total Marks: 160
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer

Subject-wise Distribution

• General Intelligence and Reasoning: 20 Questions (40 Marks)
• General Knowledge and General Awareness: 20 Questions (40 Marks)
• Elementary Mathematics: 20 Questions (40 Marks)
• English/Hindi: 20 Questions (40 Marks)

Salary Structure

Candidates selected as SSC GD Constable will be paid as per Pay Level-3 of the 7th Pay Commission. The pay scale ranges from Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100 per month along with various allowances such as DA, HRA, TA, and other benefits as applicable.

Application Fee

• General/OBC: Rs. 100
• Female, SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen: No Fee

How to Apply for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official website of SSC.
• Complete the One Time Registration (OTR).
• Login using your registration credentials.
• Fill the SSC GD Constable application form.
• Upload scanned photograph and signature.
• Pay the application fee if applicable.
• Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

Required Documents

• 10th Class Marksheet
• Aadhaar Card or valid ID proof
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate
• Passport size photograph
• Valid mobile number and email ID

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who can apply for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026?

Any Indian citizen who has passed 10th class and meets the age and physical standards can apply.

2. What is the total number of vacancies?

A total of 25,487 vacancies have been announced.

3. Is there negative marking in the SSC GD exam?

Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

4. What is the salary of SSC GD Constable?

The salary ranges from Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100 per month as per Pay Level-3.

5. Is SSC GD Constable a permanent government job?

Yes, it is a permanent central government job with job security and benefits.