SSC GD Constable Exam Date 2026 – Announced

Posted on: January 8, 2026

According to its latest exam calendar, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the exam date for the Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles and Sepoy in NCB Recruitment 2026. The Computer Based Test (CBT) will be conducted from February 23, 2026 onwards. This is a significant opportunity for 10th-pass candidates aspiring for Central Government Jobs in India in paramilitary forces, as a total of 25,487 vacancies have been announced. The admit cards will be released online before the examination and shortlisted candidates will proceed to the physical and medical stages.

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Category-Wise Vacancy Details

ForceMale TotalFemale TotalNo. of Posts
BSF52492616
CISF13,1351,46014,595
CRPF5,3661245,490
SSB1,76401,764
ITBP1,0991941,293
Assam Rifles (AR)1,5561501,706
SSF23023
Total Posts23,4672,02025,487

Eligibility Criteria

Post NameEligibility Criteria
Constable (GD) & Rifleman (GD)
  • Matriculation (10th Class) pass from a recognized Board/University.
  • Must be an Indian Citizen (Domicile/PRC required for state-wise allocation).

Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 23 Years

Age Relaxation

  • SC/ST: Up to 5 Years
  • OBC (NCL): Up to 3 Years
  • PwBD (General): Up to 10 Years
  • PwBD (OBC): Up to 13 Years
  • PwBD (SC/ST): Up to 15 Years
  • Ex-Servicemen: Actual period of service rendered in Defence Forces plus 3 Years

Important Dates

  • Application Start Date: December 1, 2025
  • Last Date to Apply Online: December 31, 2025
  • Application Correction Window: January 8, 2026 to January 10, 2026
  • Exam Date Announcement: January 2, 2026
  • CBT Exam Date: February 23, 2026 onwards
  • Admit Card Release: 4–7 days before the examination

Application Fee

  • General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 100/-
  • SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted

Pay Scale

  • Pay Level: Level-3 (Rs. 21,700/- to Rs. 69,100/-)

SSC GD Exam Pattern 2026

ParticularsDetails
Exam ModeOnline (Computer Based Test)
Total Questions80
Total Marks160
Duration60 Minutes
Negative Marking0.25 marks for each wrong answer

Selection Process

  • The first screening as Computer Based Examination (CBT).
  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET) of the qualified candidates.
  • Physical Standard Test (PST) to test physical measurements.
  • Detailed Medical Examination (DME) to determine medical fitness.
  • Document Checking and preparation of final merit list.

How to Apply for SSC GD Exam Date 2026

  • Visit the official website of the Staff Selection Commission at ssc.gov.in
  • On the homepage, then click on the Apply tab.
  • Click on the GD Constable Recruitment 2026 link on the active notifications.
  • Full One-Time Registration (OTR) or log in with your Registration Number and Password
  • Complete the online application form by including personal, education and other necessary information.
  • Attach scanned version of photograph, signature and required documents in the required format.
  • Make the application fee, where applicable, payment using online payment mediums.
  • Pre-submit and fill the application form and download and print the confirmation page.
  • Make the number of the application and the log details secure and frequently visit the site to update.

Important Links

Exam Date Notificationwww.ssc.gov.in
Apply Online www.ssc.gov.in
Download Detailed Notificationwww.aavedan.co
Official Websitewww.ssc.gov.in

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