SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 25,487 Vacancies, Apply Now

 

SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 25,487 Vacancies

 

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC GD Constable 2026 Notification on its new portal, ssc.gov.in. This year, the Commission has announced a total of 25,487 vacancies for the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF, and Assam Rifles.

 

In a major shift, the CISF (Central Industrial Security Force) has emerged as the top recruiter with over 14,000 seats, making this a golden opportunity for aspirants seeking a career in industrial security.

 

Below is the comprehensive analysis, force-wise vacancy breakdown, eligibility criteria, and direct links to apply.

 

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SSC GD 2026: Exam Overview

 

Before diving into the details, here is a quick summary of the recruitment drive.

Parameter	Details
Recruitment Body	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	General Duty (GD) Constable 2026
Total Vacancies	25,487
Application Mode	Online (ssc.gov.in)
Selection Process	CBE (Written) -> PET/PST -> Medical
Salary (Pay Level-3)	₹21,700 - ₹69,100 (Plus Allowances)
Job Location	All India (State-wise Vacancies)

 

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Important Dates: Mark Your Calendar

 

The application window is open for exactly 31 days. Candidates are advised not to wait for the last date to avoid server issues on the new portal.

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	01 December 2025
Online Application Start	01 December 2025
Last Date to Apply	31 December 2025 (23:00 Hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment	01 January 2026
Correction Window	08 January to 10 January 2026
CBE Exam Date	February – April 2026

 

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SSC GD Vacancy 2026: Force-Wise Breakdown

 

The 2026 cycle sees a massive spike in CISF vacancies, while BSF seats are lower than usual. Candidates must check these numbers before filling their Post Preference.

Force Code	Force Name	Male	Female	Total Vacancies
A	BSF (Border Security Force)	524	92	616
B	CISF (Central Ind. Security Force)	13,135	1,460	14,595
C	CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force)	5,366	124	5,490
D	SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal)	1,764	0	1,764
E	ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police)	1,099	194	1,293
F	Assam Rifles (AR)	1,556	150	1,706
H	SSF (Secretariat Security Force)	23	0	23
-	NCB	-	-	-
TOTAL	ALL FORCES	23,467	2,020	25,487

 

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown (Caste-Wise)

 

Here is the complete distribution of vacancies for Male and Female candidates across different categories (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, UR).

1. Male Vacancies (Force-Wise)

Force	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	UR	Total
BSF	78	58	113	53	222	524
CISF	1918	1391	2958	1321	5547	13,135
CRPF	870	32	1343	598	2523	5,366
SSB	257	167	412	176	752	1,764
ITBP	146	139	219	109	486	1,099
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

 

2. Female Vacancies (Force-Wise)

Force	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	UR	Total
BSF	11	7	20	5	49	92
CISF	205	152	326	150	627	1,460
CRPF	15	8	27	8	66	124
SSB	0	0	0	0	0	0
ITBP	24	25	38	16	91	194
AR	14	30	25	10	71	150
SSF	0	0	0	0	0	0
Total	269	222	436	189	904	2,020

 

Note on State-Wise Vacancies:

 

SSC GD vacancies are allocated based on Domicile.

• General District: Available to all candidates of that state.
• Border District: Only for candidates from districts bordering Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, etc. (Lower Cutoff).
• Naxal/LWE District: Only for candidates from insurgency-affected districts (Lowest Cutoff).

Refer to Annexure-XI and XII in the official PDF for your specific district.

 

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Eligibility Criteria (As on 01-01-2026)

 

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) from a recognized Board/University on or before January 1, 2026.

2. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 23 Years
• Birth Date Range: Born between 02-01-2003 and 01-01-2008.

Category	Age Relaxation	Effective Upper Age
OBC	3 Years	26 Years
SC / ST	5 Years	28 Years
Ex-Servicemen	3 Years (after service deduction)	Varies

 

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Physical Standards Test (PST)

 

Candidates shortlisted after the written exam must meet these physical standards.

Category	Height (Male)	Chest (Male)	Height (Female)
General / OBC / SC	170 cm	80 cm (Unexpanded) + 5 cm Exp.	157 cm
ST Candidates	162.5 cm	76 cm (Unexpanded) + 5 cm Exp.	150 cm
North East (ST)	157 cm	76 cm (Unexpanded) + 5 cm Exp.	147.5 cm

 

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SSC GD 2026 Exam Pattern (New)

 

The exam consists of 80 Questions to be solved in 60 Minutes. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.

Part	Subject	No. of Qs	Max. Marks	Time
Part A	General Intelligence & Reasoning	20	40	60 Minutes (Composite)
Part B	General Knowledge & Awareness	20	40
Part C	Elementary Mathematics	20	40
Part D	English / Hindi	20	40
Total		80	160

 Exam Pattern (Quick Look)

• Duration: 60 Minutes

• Total Questions: 80

• Total Marks: 160 (2 marks per question)

• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.

General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies, similarities, and differences
• Space visualization and decision making
• Visual memory and relationship concepts
• Arithmetical reasoning and figural classification
• Arithmetic and non-verbal series
• Coding and decoding
• Statement conclusion and syllogism
• Paper folding

General Knowledge & General Awareness

• Current affairs
• History, culture, and geography
• Economic scene and general polity
• Indian Constitution
• Scientific research
• Sports, important festivals, dance forms, art, and literature
• Major rivers, mountains, plains, deserts, and climate

Elementary Mathematics

• Number systems, whole numbers, decimals, and fractions
• Fundamental arithmetical operations
• Percentages, ratio and proportion
• Averages, interest, profit and loss, and discount
• Mensuration
• Time and distance, time and work
• Algebra, linear equations, 2D and 3D geometry
• Trigonometric ratios, degree and radian measures 

English/Hindi

• English: Spot the error, fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, spellings, grammar, sentence structure, sentence completion, idioms, and phrases.
• Hindi: संधि (Sandhi), संधि विच्छेद (Sandhi Viched), उपसर्ग (Upasarg), प्रत्यय (Pratyay), पर्यायवाची शब्द (Synonyms), मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ (Idioms and Proverbs), वाक्यांश के लिए एक सार्थक शब्द (One word for a phrase), and वाक्य-शुद्धि (Sentence correction).
• Translation of simple, compound, and mixed sentences between Hindi and English.
• Active/passive voice, direct/indirect narration. 

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How to Apply for SSC GD Constable 2026: Step-by-Step Guide (New Website Process)

 

A complete guide to the SSC GD 2026 online application process on ssc.gov.in. Learn about the One-Time Registration (OTR), Live Photo upload rules, and application fees.

 

Introduction The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially started the online registration for the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026. With 25,487 vacancies on the line, it is crucial to fill out the form correctly. Note: The SSC has moved to a new website (ssc.gov.in). Your old registration number from ssc.nic.in will NOT work. You must register afresh.  

1. Important Prerequisites (Keep These Ready)

Before you start, ensure you have the following:

• Aadhaar Card (for instant verification).
• Matriculation (10th) Marksheet (for Roll No. and Year of Passing).
• Scanned Signature: JPEG format, size between 10 KB to 20 KB. Dimensions: approx 6.0 cm (width) x 2.0 cm (height).
• Active Mobile No. & Email ID (for OTP verification).
• Webcam/Smartphone: Required for capturing the Live Photo.

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2. Step-by-Step Application Process

The process is divided into two parts: One-Time Registration (OTR) and the Application Form.

Part A: One-Time Registration (OTR)

If you have already registered on the new ssc.gov.in site for a previous exam (like CGL/MTS 2024), skip to Part B.

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to https://ssc.gov.in.
2. Click on 'Login or Register': Select "Register Now".
3. Personal Details: Enter your Aadhaar Number, Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, and Date of Birth exactly as they appear in your 10th Class Certificate.
4. Matriculation Details: Enter your Board Name, Roll Number, and Year of Passing.
5. Contact Verification: Enter your Mobile Number and Email ID. You will receive separate OTPs on both. Verify them.
6. Registration ID: Once verified, you will receive a Registration Number and Password on your mobile/email.
7. Login & Password Change: Login with these credentials and immediately change your password to something secure.
8. Additional Details: Fill in your Category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR), Nationality, and Address.

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Part B: Filling the Online Application Form

1. Login: Go to ssc.gov.in and log in with your Registration Number and new Password.
2. Select Exam: Under "Live Examinations", find "Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)... Examination, 2026" and click "Apply".
3. Auto-Filled Data: Your basic details (Name, Age, etc.) will be auto-filled from your OTR.
4. Ex-Servicemen & Age Relaxation:
• Select "Yes" if you are an Ex-Serviceman (ESM).
• Select "Yes" if you seek Age Relaxation (e.g., OBC - 3 years, SC/ST - 5 years).
5. NCC Certificate: If you hold an NCC 'A', 'B', or 'C' certificate, select "Yes" to claim bonus marks (2%, 3%, or 5%).
6. Exam Centre Preference: Choose 3 centres in order of preference (e.g., 1. Patna, 2. Muzaffarpur, 3. Ranchi).
7. State of Domicile: Select your permanent State and District carefully. Warning: You must produce a Domicile Certificate for this specific district during Document Verification.
8. Force Preference: You must rank all 7 forces (A, B, C, D, E, F, H).
• A - BSF
• B - CISF
• C - CRPF
• D - SSB
• E - ITBP
• F - Assam Rifles
• H - SSF
9. Education: Enter your Highest Qualification and details of your 10th Standard (Status: Passed, Passing Year, Roll No, Percentage/CGPA).

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3. The "Live Photo" & Signature Upload

This is the most critical step where forms often get rejected.

• Live Photo: You cannot upload an old passport photo. You must capture a photo in real-time using the "Capture Live Photo" feature on the website or the mySSC mobile app.
• Rule: Find a plain background with good lighting. Look straight at the camera. Do not wear a cap, mask, or spectacles.
• Signature: Upload your scanned signature (JPEG, 10-20 KB). Ensure it is not blurred.

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4. Application Fee Details

The fee must be paid online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/Master/Maestro/RuPay Cards.

Category	Application Fee
General (Male)	₹100/-
OBC (Male)	₹100/-
EWS (Male)	₹100/-
Women (All Categories)	FREE (Exempted)
SC / ST (Male & Female)	FREE (Exempted)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	FREE (Exempted)

• Last Date for Payment: 01 January 2026 (23:00 Hours).

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5. Final Submission

1. Preview: Click on "Preview" and check every detail (Spelling, Date of Birth, Force Preference).
2. Submit: Once sure, click "Final Submit".
3. Print: Download the "Application Form" PDF for your records. Do not wait for the last date (Dec 31) as the server may crash!

Important Links Section

 

Use the links below to access the official forms. Note: Old OTR from ssc.nic.in will NOT work. You must create a new OTR on ssc.gov.in.

Action	Direct Link
Apply Online (New Portal)	Click Here to Apply
Download Official Notification PDF	Click Here to Download
Official Website	ssc.gov.in
Free Mock Test	Click here to Test

 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

 

Question	Answer
What is the last date to apply for SSC GD 2026?	The last date to submit the online form is December 31, 2025.
Is the photo upload process changed?	Yes. You cannot upload an old photo. You must capture a Live Photo using the webcam or the mySSC app during the application.
Can I apply for SSC GD if I am 10th Pass?	Yes, 10th pass (Matriculation) is the only required educational qualification.
Which force has the highest vacancy in 2026?	The CISF has the highest vacancies (14,595), followed by CRPF (5,490).
Is there negative marking in the exam?	Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
Can I change my Post Preference later?	No. The order of preference (A, B, C, D, E, F, H) filled in the application form is final and cannot be changed.

 

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Disclaimer: The data provided above is based on the official notification notice_01122025.pdf. Candidates are requested to visit ssc.gov.in for official verification.