The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for Constable (General Duty) Recruitment 2026 for various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Secretariat Security Force (SSF), and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles.
This is one of India’s largest defence recruitment drives, offering 25,487 vacancies across multiple forces.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 1 December 2025 to 31 December 2025. The recruitment will include a Computer-Based Exam, PST, PET, Medical Test and Document Verification.
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 01 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 December 2025 (till 23:00) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 01 January 2026 (till 23:00) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 08 January 2026 to 10 January 2026 (till 23:00) |
| SSC GD Exam Date (CBT) | February – April 2026 |
Note: The government encourages female candidates to apply to promote gender balance in the workforce.
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 25,487 vacancies have been announced across various forces.
Force-wise Total Vacancies
| Force | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| BSF | 616 |
| CISF | 14,595 |
| CRPF | 5,490 |
| SSB | 1,764 |
| ITBP | 1,293 |
| Assam Rifles (AR) | 1,706 |
| SSF | 23 |
| Grand Total | 25,487 |
Vacancies are tentative and may change. Force-wise, state-wise, and category-wise breakup is available on SSC’s website.
Pay Scale (Salary)
All selected candidates will receive salary under:
Pay Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100/- plus allowances
This includes basic pay, dearness allowance, HRA, transport allowance, medical benefits, and other perks as per government rules.
Eligibility Criteria for SSC GD Constable 2026
1. Nationality
- Candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Domicile certificate/PRC is mandatory for CAPF & Assam Rifles posts as per state-wise allocation.
2. Educational Qualification (as on 01-01-2026)
- Must have passed Matriculation/10th Class from a recognized board.
- Candidates whose results are not declared before 01 January 2026 are not eligible.
3. Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
- 18 to 23 years
(Born between 02-01-2003 to 01-01-2008, both dates inclusive)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deducting military service |
| Children of 1984 Riot Victims (UR/EWS) | 5 years |
| Children of 1984 Riot Victims (OBC) | 8 years |
| Children of 1984 Riot Victims (SC/ST) | 10 years |
NCC Certificate Bonus Marks
| NCC Certificate | Bonus Marks |
|---|---|
| NCC ‘C’ | 5% of total marks |
| NCC ‘B’ | 3% of total marks |
| NCC ‘A’ | 2% of total marks |
Not applicable for Ex-servicemen.
Selection Process for SSC GD Constable 2026
The recruitment process will consist of:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
- Available in Hindi, English and 13 regional languages.
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Examination (DME/RME)
- Document Verification
PST/PET, Medical Examination and DV will be conducted by the respective CAPFs.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100/- |
| Women | Exempted |
| SC/ST | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted (as per eligibility) |
Fee can be paid online until 01 January 2026 (23:00).
How to Apply for SSC GD Constable 2026
Follow the steps below to submit your application form:
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the official SSC website or use the mySSC mobile app.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
(Note: OTR from the old website ssc.nic.in is invalid). - Log in using your credentials.
- Fill out the SSC GD Constable Online Application Form.
- Choose your post preference, state, exam center and language.
- Upload required documents:
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Necessary certificates (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Review the form and submit it.
- Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Aadhaar-Based Authentication is recommended to avoid rejection due to photo/signature mismatch.
Important Notes for Candidates
- Candidates must produce the domicile certificate of the state they applied for during Document Verification.
- Results, exam dates and admit cards will be available on SSC and CRPF websites.
- Final selection will be based on:
- Marks in the Computer-Based Exam
- Performance in PST/PET
- Medical fitness
- Document Verification
- Preference of force opted by the candidate
