SSC GD Constable 2026 Notification – General Duty Constable
SSC GD Constable 2026 Overview
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC GD Constable 2026 Notification for recruitment to the post of General Duty Constable in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), NIA, SSF, and Rifleman in Assam Rifles. SSC GD is one of the largest recruitment drives in India, attracting millions of candidates annually for paramilitary and border security forces.
SSC GD Constable 2026 recruits candidates for forces including the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), National Investigation Agency (NIA), Secretariat Security Force (SSF), and Rifleman in Assam Rifles (AR). These are prestigious uniformed positions with excellent career growth, housing facilities, and retirement benefits.
The exact number of SSC GD Constable 2026 vacancies will be announced with the detailed notification. SSC GD typically recruits 25,000–75,000 candidates per cycle, making it one of the highest-vacancy government exams in India. The recruitment covers all states and union territories with reservation as per government norms.
The selection process comprises four stages: Computer Based Examination (CBE), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), and Medical Examination. The CBE consists of 80 objective-type questions carrying 160 marks in 60 minutes across four sections — General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi.
Candidates must have passed 10th Standard (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognised board. The age limit is 18–23 years with standard relaxations for reserved categories. Physical standards vary by force and category — male candidates generally require a minimum height of 170 cm (165 cm for certain categories) and female candidates require 157 cm (155 cm for certain categories).
The application process is entirely online through the SSC portal. The application fee is ₹100 for General/OBC male candidates, while female candidates and SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted. Candidates must upload photographs, signatures, and valid ID proof during the application process.
This page provides comprehensive details about SSC GD 2026 including important dates, eligibility criteria, physical standards, exam pattern, syllabus, selection process, salary structure, and application steps. Bookmark this page for latest updates.
SSC GD Constable 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 2026-01-15 |
| Online Application Start Date | 2026-02-20 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2026-05-30 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2026-06-01 |
| CBE Exam Date | 2026-09-01 to 2026-09-30 |
| PET/PST Date | To Be Announced |
| Medical Examination | To Be Announced |
| Final Result Date | To Be Announced |
SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for SSC GD Constable 2026:
Educational Qualification
- Minimum: 10th Standard (Matriculation) pass or equivalent from a recognised Board.
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
- General: 18–23 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years | OBC (NCL): 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of military service
Physical Standards (Male — General/OBC/SC)
- Height: 170 cm | Chest: 80 cm (expanded 85 cm)
Physical Standards (Female)
- Height: 157 cm
Check Your Age Eligibility
Check if you meet the age requirement for SSC GD Constable. Our calculator shows your exact age on the cut-off date with category-wise relaxation (OBC, SC/ST, PH, Ex-Servicemen).
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- ✓ Category-wise age relaxation
- ✓ Preset cut-off dates for major exams
SSC GD Constable 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹100 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | Exempted |
| Female (all categories) | Exempted |
| PwD / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
Payment Modes: Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, SBI Challan
SSC GD Constable Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination (CBE) – 80 questions, 160 marks
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Race, Long Jump, High Jump
- Physical Standard Test (PST) – Height and Chest measurement
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination (Detailed & Review)
- Final Merit List
SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam Pattern
Computer Based Examination (CBE)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 60 min (combined) | 0.50 per wrong answer |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20 | 40 | — | 0.50 per wrong answer |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 | — | 0.50 per wrong answer |
| English / Hindi | 20 | 40 | — | 0.50 per wrong answer |
| Total | 80 | 160 |
SSC GD Constable Syllabus Overview
SSC GD syllabus covers General Intelligence (analogies, coding, series, classification), General Knowledge (current affairs, history, geography, polity, science), Elementary Mathematics (number systems, percentage, ratio, time & work, geometry, data interpretation), and English/Hindi (comprehension, grammar, vocabulary). Difficulty level is 10th standard. See our SSC GD 2026 Syllabus page for topic-wise details.
SSC GD Constable 2026 Salary Structure
Pay Levels
Pay Level 3
Gross Salary Range
₹30,000 – ₹45,000 per month
In-Hand Salary Range
₹26,000 – ₹38,000 per month (approx.)
Post-wise Basic Pay
| Post Name | Pay Level | Basic Pay (₹/month) |
|---|---|---|
| Constable GD (BSF/CRPF/CISF/ITBP/SSB) | Level 3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Constable GD (NIA/SSF) | Level 3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Rifleman (Assam Rifles) | Level 3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
Allowances & Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA) – revised biannually
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) or Free Accommodation
- Ration Allowance / Free Ration
- Uniform Allowance
- Risk & Hardship Allowance
- National Pension System (NPS) – 14% employer contribution
- Free Medical Facilities for self and family
Calculate Your In-Hand Salary
Use the 7th CPC Government Salary Calculator to estimate your in-hand salary for SSC GD Constable 2026 posts — including DA, HRA, and all deductions based on your pay level and city.
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How to Apply for SSC GD Constable 2026
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in and click on "Register/Login".
- Complete one-time registration with personal details, email, mobile number, and password.
- Log in and click "Apply" next to the GD Constable 2026 notification.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualification (10th pass board, year), and force/post preferences.
- Upload scanned photograph (20–50 KB, JPEG), signature (10–20 KB, JPEG), and photo ID (100–300 KB, PDF).
- Pay ₹100 application fee via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or SBI Challan. Female/SC/ST/ESM are exempted.
- Review, submit, and download the confirmation page with Registration ID for future reference.
SSC GD Constable 2026 Admit Card
Release Date: To Be Announced
- Visit ssc.gov.in and click on "Status/Download Admit Card" under the Candidate's Corner
- Select "GD Constable Examination 2026" from the exam list
- Log in with your Registration ID and Date of Birth
- Download and print the admit card on A4 paper
- Carry the printed admit card to the examination hall
- Carry one valid photo ID proof: Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or PAN Card — candidates without both documents will not be permitted to enter
SSC GD Constable Previous Year Cutoff Marks
| Year | Category | Cutoff Score | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | General | 152.75 | 160 |
| 2024 | OBC | 137.50 | 160 |
| 2024 | SC | 124.38 | 160 |
| 2024 | ST | 113.25 | 160 |
| 2023 | General | 148.62 | 160 |
| 2023 | OBC | 133.87 | 160 |
| 2023 | SC | 121.24 | 160 |
| 2023 | ST | 110.37 | 160 |
| 2022 | General | 143.11 | 160 |
| 2022 | OBC | 129.86 | 160 |
| 2022 | SC | 118.12 | 160 |
| 2022 | ST | 107.64 | 160 |
SSC GD Constable 2026 Result
Result Date: To Be Announced
Next Steps After Result:
- Check the result PDF on ssc.gov.in — qualified candidates' roll numbers are listed category-wise
- SSC applies normalisation across multiple shifts to ensure fair scoring — your raw score is converted to a normalised score
- Download your individual score card from the candidate login portal after result declaration
- CBE qualified candidates will be called for Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Final merit list is prepared based on normalised CBE scores and uploaded to the official website
