BSF Tradesman Recruitment 2025, Apply Online for 3588 Constable Vacancies

The Border Security Force (BSF) has released a notification for Constable Tradesman posts for both male and female candidates. A total of 3588 vacancies are available, with 3406 reserved for male candidates and 182 for female candidates. Candidates are allowed to apply for only one trade and must apply against the vacancy in their domicile state as per the notification. The last date to apply for the BSF Tradesman Recruitment 2025 is 23rd August 2025. Interested applicants must verify their educational qualifications, trade experience, age, and physical standards before applying.

BSF Constable Tradesmen Notification 2025 Out

The detailed BSF Tradesmen Notification 2025 PDF (Advt no. CT_trade_07/2025) has been released for the recruitment of 3588 Constable (Tradesmen) vacancies. The selection process for released vacancies is based on Physical Test, Written Exam, Document Verification, Trade Test (if applicable), and Medical Examination.

BSF Tradesmen New Vacancy 2025

Border Security Force has notified 3588 Constable Tradesman vacancies for both female and male candidates. Out of the total BSF Tradesmen New Vacancy 2025, 3406 are for male candidates and 182 for female candidates. Candidates can check the category-wise vacancies below in the table.

BSF Constable Tradesmen Recruitment 2025 Eligibility

Fulfilling the required age and educational qualifications is important to apply for बीएसएफ ट्रेड्समैन भर्ती 2025. Candidates must meet these requirements, as they will be verified during the document verification.

Educational Qualification

For trades of Cook, Water Carrier, Waiter

• 10th pass or equivalent from a recognised board
• Food production/kitchen course from NSDC or a recognized institute

Carpenter, Plumber, Painter, Electrician, Pump Operator, Upholsterer:

• 10th pass or equivalent from a recognised board
• 2-year ITI in trade or 1-year ITI/Vocational course
• 1-year experience

For trades of Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Sweeper, Khoji/Syce

• 10th pass or equivalent from a recognised board
• Must be proficient in their respective trade
• Qualify trade test

Age Limit (as on 23/8/2025)

Candidates must be between 18 to 25 years of age to apply for BSF Recruitment 2025

• Minimum Age – 18 years
• Maximum Age – 25 years
• The upper age relaxation for the reserved category will be provided as per government rules. Category-wise upper age relaxation is tabulated below in the table.

BSF Tradesmen Recruitment 2025 Selection Process

The selection process for Tradesmen consists of multiple stages as mentioned below:

Stage 1: Physical Test-  Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Trade Test (if applicable)

Stage 2: Written Exam – The Objective-type written exam will be conducted, which covers various subjects. Candidates must qualify for this exam to be called for document verification and medical examination

Stage 3: Document verification, Trade Test – In this stage, candidates’ trade test as per posts will be conducted, and documents will be verified by the exam authority.

Stage 4: Medical Examination – After passing this stage, they will be assigned a hospital where a full body check-up will be done.

Physical Standard Test (PST)

• Height, chest (for males), and other physical standards are checked.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates who have successfully registered for the exam will be called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), which is qualifying in nature. The PET will be held at selected centers using RFID technology, digital machines, and CCTV recording. To move to the next stage, candidates must pass all events in the PET/PST. If a candidate fails in any event, they will be disqualified from the rest of the recruitment process.

Trade Test

Candidates who applied for other posts will not have to go through trade tests. The trade test for the following posts is as follows:

BSF Tradesmen Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern

• There will be 100 MCQs for 1 mark each.
• There will be no negative marking
• The time limit for the exam is 2 hours.

BSF Tradesman Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2025- Click to Check

BSF Tradesmen Previous Year Question Papers- Click to Download

BSF Tradesmen Application Process 2025

The online application process for बीएसएफ ट्रेड्समैन भर्ती 2025 has started at the official website https://rectt.bsf.gov.in on 26th July 2025. Candidates are advised to submit their registration form carefully; providing incorrect information leads to the rejection of the application form. As mentioned in the notification PDF, the BSF Tradesmen apply online last date is 23rd August 2025.

Note: Candidates have to apply only for the vacancies allocated for his/her domicile state.  

BSF Tradesmen Application Fee 2025

The application fee is Rs. 100 and the examination fee is Rs. 50 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while SC/ST/female candidates are exempted. Candidates must pay the fee online using Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or the nearest authorised common service centre.

Steps to Apply for BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025

Candidates can apply for BSF Recruitment 2025 by following these simple steps:

1. Visit the official website of the Border Security Force, www.rectt.bsf.gov.in.
2. On the homepage, click on the “Current Recruitment Openings” section and search for “Constable(Tradesmen) Advertisement Number CT_trade_07/2025”.
3. Then click on “Apply Here” and a new page with the application form appears on the screen.
4. After clicking the Apply online link, enter your details like name, email, address, educational qualifications, and other required details.
5. Upload all the required documents, your photo, signature, educational certificates, and category certificate.
6. Complete the process by paying the application fee. Pay the fee using online modes like UPI, net banking, or debit/credit card.
7. After the complete submission, download and print the application form.

Candidates can upload the following documents, which are mandatory to upload with the online application form:

• 10th Pass Certificate to prove educational qualification and date of birth
• Trade Course Certificate in the respective trade, as required for the post
• Domicile Certificate
• Caste Certificate for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories
• Relaxation Certificate if applicable (e.g., for age or physical standards)

Application Correction Window Details

The application correction form for BSF Tradesman will start from 24th August 2025 to 26th August 2025 (till 11 pm)

• Only candidates who submitted the application and paid the fee on time are eligible to make corrections.
• The correction fee for the exam is Rs. 100.
• The Online payment mode is Net Banking / Debit or Credit Card / CSC centre.
• If the correction fee is not paid, the form will be marked “Incomplete” and will be rejected.
• Only one-time correction is allowed; no further changes after this window.
• No changes will be accepted via post, email, or in-person requests after 26th August 2025.

BSF Tradesmen Salary Structure

Appointed candidates will get a salary range of Rs. 21700 to Rs. 69100 based on Pay Level 3 as per 7th CPC. Along with this, they will get extra perks and allowances like House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, Dearness Allowance, and more.