SSC GD Constable Notification 2026 Released for 25,487 Vacancies

New Delhi, December 02, 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the Constable (General Duty) Recruitment 2026, announcing a significant opportunity for job seekers with 25,487 vacancies. This recruitment drive is for posts in various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), the Secretariat Security Force (SSF), and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles. The official notification is available on the SSC website, ssc.gov.in, and the online application window is now open.

Key Dates and Application Details

Aspirants must note the crucial dates to ensure their applications are submitted correctly and on time.

• Notification Release Date: December 1, 2025
• Online Application Start Date: December 1, 2025
• Online Application Last Date: December 31, 2025 (11:00 PM)
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: January 1, 2026
• Application Correction Window: January 8 to January 10, 2026
• Tentative Exam Date (CBT): February – April 2026

The recruitment aims to fill 25,487 Constable posts, with vacancies distributed across forces like BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, and SSF. The total includes 23,467 posts for male candidates and 2,020 posts for female candidates.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
2. Candidates who haven’t registered on the new portal need to complete a One-Time Registration (OTR).
3. Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
4. Navigate to the ‘Apply’ section and click on the link for the Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2026.
5. Fill out the application form carefully, upload the required documents, and ensure your photograph is recent and has the correct date printed on it, as specified in the official notification.
6. Pay the application fee (₹100 for General/OBC/EWS males; Women/SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted).
7. Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for future reference.

Eligibility and Selection Process

To be eligible for the SSC GD Constable 2026 exam, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Matriculation (10th Class) Examination from a recognized Board/University.
• Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026): Candidates must be between 18 and 23 years of age. Age relaxation rules apply for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, etc.).

The selection process is a multi-stage examination designed to test both academic and physical fitness:

1. Computer-Based Examination (CBE): This is the first stage, testing General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates must clear a race (e.g., 5 km in 24 minutes for male candidates).
3. Physical Standard Test (PST): This measures height and chest size according to prescribed standards.
4. Detailed Medical Examination (DME): This is a thorough medical check-up to ensure candidates are fit for duty.
5. Document Verification (DV): Final verification of all original documents.

This recruitment drive is a golden chance for young aspirants looking to secure a stable and respectable position in the nation’s armed and paramilitary forces. Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the official SSC GD Notification PDF on ssc.gov.in for detailed eligibility criteria, force-wise vacancy breakdown, and application guidelines, and to apply well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.