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SSC GD Constable 2026 Notification — 39,481 Vacancies, Apply Online

Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

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SSC GD Constable recruits for CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB), NIA, SSF and Assam Rifles. Per Prepp, the CBT has 80 questions for 160 marks (+2 per correct, −0.25 per wrong) followed by PET/PST and medical.

Total Vacancies

39,481

Conducting Body

Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

Age Limit

18–23 years

Qualification

10th Pass (Matric)

Important Dates

Application Start
Wednesday, 5 November 2025
Last Date to Apply
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Exam Date
Saturday, 1 August 2026
Age Cut-off Date
Friday, 1 January 2027

Salary & Pay Scale

₹21,700 – ₹69,100

Eligibility

10th Pass (Matric)

Check age eligibility with our free calculator →

How to Apply

  1. Confirm age, qualification and category eligibility against the official PDF.
  2. Register on ssc.gov.in.
  3. Upload photograph and signature using our photo resizer for exact KB specs.
  4. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and save the confirmation page.

Previous Year Papers

Download and practice SSC GD Constable past papers — understand question trends, difficulty and time management.

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SSC GD Constable 2026 — Key Facts

FeatureDetails
Conducting BodyStaff Selection Commission (SSC)
CBT Questions80 MCQs · 160 marks · 60 minutes
Marking+2 correct · −0.25 wrong
Qualifying Marks (CBT)30% UR · 25% OBC/EWS · 20% SC/ST
Qualification10th Pass (Matric)
LanguageEnglish, Hindi + 13 regional languages

Selection Process

  1. Computer Based Test (CBT) — 80 questions, 60 minutes
  2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — race, long jump
  3. Physical Standard Test (PST) — height, chest, weight
  4. Medical Examination & Document Verification

Exam Pattern

  • • 60 minutes · +2 per correct · −0.25 per wrong · Class 10 level
  • • PET/PST qualifying — 30% UR cut-off in CBT to proceed
SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2040
General Knowledge & General Awareness2040
Elementary Mathematics2040
English / Hindi2040

Syllabus Overview

Reasoning (40 marks)

  • Analogies
  • Series
  • Coding
  • Non-Verbal
  • Matrix

GK & GA (40 marks)

  • History
  • Geography
  • Polity
  • Sports
  • Awards
  • Current Affairs

Maths (40 marks)

  • Number System
  • Percentage
  • Ratio
  • Mensuration
  • Time & Distance

English/Hindi (40 marks)

  • Comprehension
  • Grammar
  • Vocabulary
  • Error Detection

Full syllabus & paper pattern →

Physical Standards

ParameterMaleFemale
Height170 cm (relaxation for hill areas)157 cm
Chest (expanded)80 cm (min 5 cm expansion)
PET — Race5 km in 24 min1.6 km in 8.5 min

Preparation Tips

  • Start PET training early — running and chest expansion take months to build.
  • CBT is 10th-level; previous GD papers (2021–2024) are the best guide.
  • Choose English or Hindi section based on your stronger language.

Related Exams

Pattern & syllabus compiled from Testbook, Prepp and Career Power . Always verify dates and vacancies on the official conducting body website.

Exam Resources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is SSC GD 2027 expected?
SSC GD notification typically releases in Q4 with exam in the following year. The 2025 cycle exam is scheduled for August 2026.
Is tattoo allowed in SSC GD?
Tattoos on inner forearm (area between elbow and wrist) are permitted if content is non-objectionable. Neck/face tattoos are not allowed.
What is the age limit for GD Constable 2025?
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 23 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for GD Constable 2025?
Visit the authorised website for Staff Selection Commission (https://ssc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Thursday, 30 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for GD Constable 2025?
The closing date was Thursday, 30 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Saturday, 1 August 2026.
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