
At a Glance
- Eligibility
- Class 10 Pass
- Application Start Date
- 1 December 2025
- Application Last Date
- 31 December 2025
- Exam City Released
- 11 April 2026
- Salary
- ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Level 3, 7th CPC)
Quick Summary
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Exam City details and Admit Card for the SSC GD Constable Examination 2026. Check your exam date for the 25,487 vacancies at ssc.gov.in.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is a premier central government recruiting agency responsible for conducting examinations to fulfill various Group B and Group C posts in ministries, departments, and subordinate offices across India. Its official recruitment portal is ssc.gov.in.
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Overview
SSC Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination 2026 admit cards and exam city details have been released by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for 25,487 vacancies. Applications were open from 01 December 2025 to 31 December 2025 at ssc.gov.in. The minimum qualification is Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass. The application fee was ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while SC/ST and all female candidates were exempted. Computer Based Test (CBT) examinations will begin from 27 April 2026.
In the previous SSC GD 2025 cycle, 26,146 vacancies were initially announced — the 2026 drive marks a slight decrease with 25,487 total posts.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Advt. No. | SSC GD Constable Exam 2026 |
| Post Name | Constable (GD) and Rifleman (GD) |
| Total Vacancies | 25,487 Posts |
| Pay Scale / Salary | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Level 3) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 01 December 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (General/OBC) | ₹0 (SC/ST/Female) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 23 Years (As on 01/01/2026) |
| Min. Qualification | Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass |
| Exam Date | Starts 27 April 2026 |
| Official Portal | ssc.gov.in |
Source: Official SSC GD Constable 2026 Notification, SSC, 01 December 2025. Download PDF
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application Begin | 01 December 2025 | Done |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 December 2025 | Done |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 01 January 2026 | Done |
| Correction Window | 10 to 13 January 2026 | Done |
| Choose Exam Week Preference | 11 to 15 April 2026 | Done |
| Exam City Available | Before Exam | Done |
| Admit Card Available | 3 Days Before Exam | Done |
| Week 1 Exam Schedule | 27 April to 02 May 2026 | Upcoming |
| Week 2 Exam Schedule | 04 to 09 May 2026 | Upcoming |
| Week 3 Exam Schedule | 18 to 23 May 2026 | Upcoming |
| Week 4 Exam Schedule | 25 to 30 May 2026 | Upcoming |
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Vacancy Details (Force & Category-wise)
| Force Name | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | Male | 222 | 53 | 113 | 78 | 58 | 524 |
| BSF | Female | 49 | 05 | 20 | 11 | 07 | 92 |
| CISF | Male | 5547 | 1321 | 2958 | 1918 | 1391 | 13135 |
| CISF | Female | 627 | 150 | 326 | 205 | 152 | 1460 |
| CRPF | Male | 2523 | 598 | 1343 | 870 | 32 | 5366 |
| CRPF | Female | 66 | 08 | 27 | 15 | 08 | 124 |
| SSB | Male | 752 | 176 | 412 | 257 | 167 | 1764 |
| ITBP | Male | 486 | 109 | 219 | 146 | 139 | 1099 |
| ITBP | Female | 91 | 16 | 38 | 24 | 25 | 194 |
| AR | Male | 658 | 157 | 278 | 161 | 302 | 1556 |
| AR | Female | 71 | 10 | 25 | 14 | 30 | 150 |
Source: Tentative Vacancy Notice, SSC, 08 December 2025.
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | ₹0 (Exempted) |
| Female (All Categories) | ₹0 (Exempted) |
| Correction Charge (First Time) | ₹200 |
| Correction Charge (Second Time) | ₹500 |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan |
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit for SSC GD Constable 2026
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 Years | 23 Years |
| OBC | 18 Years | 26 Years (+3 relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 18 Years | 28 Years (+5 relaxation) |
Age limit is calculated as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation as per Government of India rules.
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the SSC GD Constable 2026 recruitment, candidates must have passed the Class 10th (Matriculation) Examination from any recognized Board or University in India.
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Physical Standard Test (Height, Chest & Weight)
Candidates who clear the written Computer Based Test (CBT) must undergo a Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The physical measurements are strictly enforced.
| Gender / Category | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Race | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male (General / OBC / SC) | 170 | 80-85 | 1.6 KM | 8.5 Minutes |
| Male (ST) | 162.5 | 76-81 | 1.6 KM | 8.5 Minutes |
| Female (General / OBC / SC) | 157 | NA | 800 Meter | 5 Minutes |
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Pay Scale & Salary
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Selection Process
The recruitment process for SSC GD Constable involves multiple stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective-type written examination consisting of General Intelligence, Reasoning, General Knowledge, Mathematics, and English/Hindi.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST): Race and measurement of Height and Chest.
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Assessment of medical fitness by medical boards constituted by the CAPFs.
- Document Verification: Verification of educational certificates, domicile, and category certificates.
SSC GD Constable 2026 Admit Card – How to Download
With the exams scheduled from 27 April 2026, the commission has released the admit cards and exam city intimation slips. Follow these steps to download your hall ticket:
- Visit Official Portal: Open the new SSC website at ssc.gov.in or your respective regional SSC website (e.g., SSC CR, SSC NR).
- Locate Admit Card Link: Click on the "Admit Card for Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2026" link.
- Enter Credentials: Input your Registration Number and Date of Birth. Alternatively, you can use your Name, Father's Name, and Date of Birth.
- Download Hall Ticket: Your exam date, shift, city, and center details will appear. Click to download the admit card.
- Printout & ID: Take a color printout of the admit card and carry a valid original photo ID (like Aadhaar Card or Voter ID) and recent passport-size photographs to the exam center.
CBT Exams Start: 27 April 2026
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Important Links | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Download Admit Card & Check Exam City | Click Here |
| Choose Exam Week Preferences | Click Here |
| Download Week Wise Exam Notice | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus PDF | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |






