SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment Notification OUT – Apply Online for 25,487 Vacancies

SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment Notification OUT: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for Constable (General Duty) in CAPFs, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination 2026.

SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment Notification – Overview

SSC GD Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest recruitment drives for aspirants seeking government jobs in the defense and paramilitary forces.

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SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility

To be eligible for SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria.

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India.
• Domicile/PRC is mandatory for state-wise vacancies.

Age Limit

• 18 to 23 years as on 01 January 2026.
• Candidates must be born between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008.

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years (after deduction of military service)
• Special relaxations for victims of 1984 riots and other categories as per rules.

Educational Qualification

• Must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) from a recognized board by 01 January 2026.
• Candidates failing to meet this requirement are not eligible.

Selection Process for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026

The recruitment process for SSC GD Constable 2026 consists of multiple stages:

1. Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
   • Objective type paper with 80 questions (2 marks each).
   • Duration: 60 minutes.
   • Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
   • Subjects:
     • General Intelligence & Reasoning (20 Qs, 40 Marks)
     • General Knowledge & Awareness (20 Qs, 40 Marks)
     • Elementary Mathematics (20 Qs, 40 Marks)
     • English/Hindi (20 Qs, 40 Marks)
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
   • Male: 5 km race in 24 minutes (1.6 km in 7 minutes for Ladakh).
   • Female: 1.6 km race in 8.5 minutes (800m in 5 minutes for Ladakh).
3. Physical Standard Test (PST)
   • Height: Male – 170 cm, Female – 157 cm (relaxations for certain categories).
   • Chest (Male): 80 cm (minimum expansion 5 cm).
4. Medical Examination (DME/RME)
   • Conducted by CAPFs to assess fitness.
5. Document Verification (DV)
   • Verification of certificates, domicile, caste, and other eligibility documents

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SSC GD Constable 2026 – Apply Link

How to Apply for SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment

Applying for SSC GD 2026 is fully online. Candidates must follow these steps to apply online

One-time registration (OTR) on SSC portal

1. Visit official portal:
   • Go to the SSC website and open the latest GD recruitment page.
2. Create account:
   • Click “Register” and enter name, DOB, gender, mobile, email, and Aadhaar/ID details.
3. Verify contact details:
   • Enter OTPs received on mobile and email to confirm your account.
4. Fill basic profile:
   • Add address, category, marital status, disability (if any), and identification marks.
5. Set password and security questions:
   • Choose a strong password and note it safely for future login.

Login and start the SSC GD application form

1. Sign in to your account:
   • Use your registration number and password to log in.
2. Open GD application:
   • Find “Constable (GD) 2026” in “Latest Applications” and click “Apply.”
3. Read instructions carefully:
   • Confirm you’ve read the instructions and privacy note before proceeding.

Fill personal and eligibility details

• Personal info: Name, parents’ names, DOB, gender, category, nationality.
• Address: Permanent and present address with PIN code.
• Domicile/PRC: Select your state/UT; upload certificate if required.
• Educational qualification: Board, roll number, year of passing (10th), mode (regular/ODL).
• Reservation details: Indicate SC/ST/OBC/EWS, Ex-Servicemen, and other applicable categories.
• Disability status: If applicable, specify type and percentage as per guidelines.

Select posts, force preferences, and exam city

• Force preferences: BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles, SSF; arrange in your priority order.
• State/UT vacancies: Pick your state/UT to align with domicile-based allocation.
• Exam cities: Choose three preferred cities within your SSC region, in order of priority.

Upload photograph and signature

• Photograph requirements:
  • Recent color photo with light background, ears visible, no cap/sunglasses.
  • Face coverage: 70–80% of the frame, neutral expression.
  • Format/size: JPEG/JPG; ensure file size and dimensions meet portal specs.
• Signature requirements:
  • Black/blue ink on white paper.
  • Clear, horizontal scan without blur or cropping.
  • Format/size: JPEG/JPG per portal guidelines.
• Quality check:
  • Preview both uploads; re-scan if blurry or cropped.

Review form and confirm

• Cross-check all fields: Names, DOB, category, domicile, education, and force preferences.
• Correct mistakes now: Edits after payment are limited; avoid typos and mismatches.
• Declaration: Tick the declaration checkbox to confirm accuracy.

Pay the application fee

• Fee amount: As notified for General/OBC/EWS; exemptions typically for Women/SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen.
• Payment methods: UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit cards.
• Payment confirmation: Wait for success status; do not refresh during transaction.
• Receipt download: Save the payment receipt and note the transaction ID.

Final submission and printouts

• Submit application: Click “Final Submit” after payment confirmation.
• Application preview: Download the filled application PDF.
• Print copies: Keep at least two printouts (application and payment receipt).
• Email backup: Email the PDFs to yourself for easy retrieval