The SSC GD Vacancy 2025-26 Notification has been released by the Staff Selection Commission for the recruitment of Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles. This is one of the biggest opportunities for 10th pass students aiming for a government job. This article gives you proper explanation about SSC GD Recruitment 2026 in a structured manner, covering details like vacancy, application process, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, and salary as per the official notice.
SSC GD Notification 2026 Out @ssc.gov.inThe Staff Selection Commission has announced the SSC GD Notification 2026 at ssc.gov.in. The notification PDF contains complete information about vacancies, eligibility conditions, exam pattern, and selection process. Candidates must carefully read the official notice before applying, as the entire recruitment process is governed by the rules mentioned in the SSC GD 2026 notification.
Key Post Names & Forces:
BSF:Border Security Force
CRPF: Central Reserve Police Force
CISF: Central Industrial Security Force
ITBP: Indo-Tibetan Border Police
SSB: Sashastra Seema Bal
Assam Rifles (AR): Rifleman (GD)
SSF: Secretariat Security Force
Job Notification:-
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC GD Constable 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Constable (General Duty) in CAPFs, SSF & Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles |
| Total Vacancies | 25,487 • Male: 23,467 • Female: 2,020 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Application Portal | ssc.gov.in / mySSC App |
| Selection Process | CBT → PET/PST → Medical Examination → Document Verification |
| Pay Level | Level-3 (7th Pay Commission) |
| Salary Structure | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| In-Hand Salary (Approx.) | ₹30,000 – ₹37,000 per month |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important date’s:-
The SSC GD 2026 exam cycle has started. The registration dates are till 31st December, 2025 and the exams will be conducted around February – April 2026. Check other important dates here.👇
| Event | Important Dates |
| Notification Release | December 1, 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | December 1, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | December 31, 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Online Fee Payment Last Date | January 1, 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | January 8–10, 2026 |
| CBT Exam Dates (Tentative) | February–April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 4-7 days before exam (region-wise) |
SSC GD New vacancy 2026:-
| SSC GD Vacancy 2026 Force-Wise | |
| Force | Grand Total |
| BSF | 616 |
| CISF | 14,595 |
| CRPF | 5,490 |
| SSB | 1,764 |
| ITBP | 1,712 |
| Assam Rifles (AR) | 1,706 |
| SSF | 23 |
| Overall Total | 25,487 |
SSC GD Male vacancy 2026:-
| Force | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | 78 | 58 | 113 | 53 | 222 | 524 |
| CISF | 1,918 | 1,391 | 2,958 | 1,321 | 5,547 | 13,135 |
| CRPF | 870 | 32 | 1,343 | 398 | 2,523 | 5,366 |
| SSB | 257 | 167 | 412 | 176 | 752 | 1,764 |
| ITBP | 249 | 129 | 219 | 104 | 819 | 1,520 |
| Assam Rifles (AR) | 161 | 302 | 278 | 157 | 658 | 1,556 |
| SSF | 3 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 23 |
| Total | 3,433 | 2,091 | 5,329 | 2,416 | 10,198 | 23,467 |
SSC GD Female vacancy 2026:-
| Force | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | 11 | 7 | 20 | 5 | 49 | 92 |
| CISF | 205 | 152 | 320 | 150 | 62 | 1,460 |
| CRPF | 15 | 8 | 27 | 8 | 66 | 124 |
| SSB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ITBP | 29 | 24 | 38 | 10 | 91 | 192 |
| Assam Rifles (AR) | 14 | 30 | 25 | 10 | 71 | 150 |
| SSF | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 269 | 222 | 436 | 189 | 904 | 2,020 |
SSC GD Constable year wise vacancy trend:-
SSC releases varying vacancies every year to recruit candidates for constable post. Here is the year-wise trend of SSC GD vacancies.
| SSC GD Constable Recruitment Year | SSC GD Vacancies |
| SSC GD Constable Recruitment Year | 25,487 |
| 2025 | 53,690 |
| 2024 | 46,617 |
| 2022 | 50,187 |
| 2021 | 25,271 |
| 2020 | 60,210 |
| 2019 | 54,593 |
Eligibility criteria:-
Eligibility CriteriaCitizen of IndiaMust possess Domicile/PRC of the State/UT indicated in the application (except Assam & specified categories)Matriculation or 10th Class pass from a recognized Board/University as on 01-01-2026NCC Certificate holders eligible for bonus marks (optiona
Educational qualification
Candidates applying for GD Constable (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSF, SSB, and riflemen) must have passed 10th class or equivalent from a recognized board.
Age Limit:- (as on 01-01-2026)
Maximum Age: 23 Years (Born not earlier than 02-01-2003 and not later than 01-01-2008)
Age relaxation:-
OBC: 3 years
Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of military service
Children/dependents of 1984 riot victims (UR/EWS): 5 years
Children/dependents of 1984 riot victims (OBC): 8 years
Children/dependents of 1984 riot victims (SC/ST): 10 years
Application Fee:-
General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹100/-
SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female Candidates: No Fee
Payment Mode: Online (BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, RuPay)
Selection Process:-
selection process of SSC GD 2026 consists of multiple stages to assess both the mental and physical fitness of candidates. As per the SSC GD Vacancy 2026 recruitment process, the final merit list is prepared based on performance in the CBT, followed by qualifying the subsequent stage
2. Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
4. Medical Examination
SSC GD Syllabus:-
The SSC GD 2026 syllabus is of matriculation level and is designed to test basic knowledge and aptitude. Candidates should prepare all sections equally to score well.
The syllabus includes four subjects as listed below.
• General Intelligence & Reasoning
• General Knowledge & Awareness
• Elementary Mathematics
• English / Hindi
SSC GD Syllabus 2026 – Check Detailed Syllabus and Exam Pattern
| Subject | Topic |
|---|---|
| Syllabus for General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies Similarities and differences Spatial Visualization Spatial Orientation Visual Memory Discrimination Observation Relationship Concepts Arithmetical ReasoningFigural Classification Arithmetic Number Series Non-Verbal series Coding and Decoding, etc. |
| Syllabus for General Knowledge and General Awareness | India and its neighbouring countries Sports History Culture Geography Economic Science General PoliticsIndian Constitution Scientific research Current Affairs |
| Syllabus for Elementary Mathematics | Number Systems Computation of Whole Numbers Decimals and Fractions, and the Relationship Between Numbers Fundamental Arithmetical Operations Percentages, Ratios and Proportions Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss Discount, Mensuration, Time and Distance, RatioTime, Time and Work, etc. |
| Syllabus for English/ Hindi | Fill in the blanks, Vocabulary Grammar Passage One-word substitution |
Computer-Based Examination:-
SSC GD Exam PatternThe SSC GD exam is conducted as a Computer Based Test. Understanding the exam pattern helps candidates plan their preparation effectively. The CBT includes objective-type questions with negative marking.Duration:
60 minutesNegative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answerSSC GD Minimum Qualifying MarksCandidates must score minimum qualifying marks in CBE to proceed further. Bonus marks are added later.
| Sections | Number of questions | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part A – General Intelligence and Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| Part B – General Knowledge and General Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| Part C – Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| Part D- English/Hindi | 20 | 40 |
| Total | 80 | 160 |
SSC GD Computer Based Exam Language Flexibility.
The CBT is conducted in English, Hindi and 13 regional languages including Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Marathi and Urdu. This reduces language barriers and allows candidates to attempt the paper in a language they are most comfortable with.
SSC GD Constable 2026 Physical Standard Test (PST):-
PST checks height, chest, and weight standards. Relaxations are available for specific categories and regions.
Hight Standard:-
| Gender | Height |
|---|---|
| Male | 170 cm |
| Female | 157 cm |
Chest Standard (male):-
| Requirement | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Unexpanded | 80 cm |
| Expansion | 5 cm |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET):-
Race for Male CandidatesType MaleCandidates other than Ladakh Region 5 Km in 24 minutesFor Ladakh Region 1.6 Km in 7 minutes
| Race for Male Candidates | |
| Type | Male |
| Candidates other than Ladakh Region | 5 Km in 24 minutes |
| For Ladakh Region | 1.6 Km in 7 minutes |
| Race for Female Candidates | |
| Type | Female |
| Candidates other than Ladakh Region | 1.6 Km in 8½ minutes |
| For Ladakh Region | 800 metres in 5 minutes |
DME (Detailed Medical Examination) and Document Verification are the final stages of the selection process for SSC GD Constable.
DME:-
– A thorough medical examination to assess the candidate’s physical fitness and medical suitability for the role.- The medical examination will be conducted by a board of doctors appointed by the CAPFs/Assam Rifles
Document Verification:-
Verification of candidate’s documents to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria.
Candidates will be required to produce original documents, such as:
• Educational certificates
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Date of birth proof
• Identity proof
• Address proof
How to apply:-
• Visit official website https://ssc.gov.in
• Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
• Fill the online application form carefully
• Upload photo, signature & required documents
• Pay application fee (if applicable)
• Submit the form and take printout
