SSC GD 2026 Notification PDF Out for 25487 Vacancies, Apply Online Starts

The Staff Selection Commission of India conducts the SSC GD exam annually to select candidates for the General Duty Constable positions in BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, SSF, and NCB. This is a good opportunity for 10th class or equivalent male & female candidates who wish to join paramilitary forces. For the year 2026, SSC GD Notification 2026 along with application forms, has been released on 1st December 2025, announcing 25487 Constable vacancies.

This article covers complete details for SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam, if interested in Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and SSF, and Rifleman (GD)
in Assam Rifles Examination, 2026, go through the details carefully. 

SSC GD Notification 2026 Out

The SSC GD 2026 Notification for the recruitment of eligible candidates for 25487 General Duty Constable (Male & Female) has been released on 1st December 2025 at the SSC official website www.ssc.gov.in. Candidates can check all important details like registration dates, exam dates, exam pattern, eligibility criteria, and more. 

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SSC GD Recruitment 2026

Lakhs of candidates appeared for the SSC GD Exam every year to fulfil their dream of joining the various paramilitary forces as a Constable. The Staff Selection Commission conducts the SSC GD Constable exam every year to recruit candidates for the posts of Constable (General Duty) and Rifleman (General Duty) in the following forces:

Paramilitary Forces for Recruitment of Constables (General Duty)

1. Border Security Force (BSF)
2. Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
3. Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
4. Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
5. Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
6. Secretariat Security Force (SSF)

Forces for Recruitment of Rifleman (General Duty)- Assam Rifles

SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam Summary

The eligible candidates who will be applying have to go through a selection process that includes a Written examination (Computer Based), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Document Verification, and Medical Test. 

SSC GD 2026 Important Dates

The Complete SSC GD 2026 schedule has been released along with the SSC GD Notification 2026 on 1st December 2025. The application portal will remain active for a month duration from 1st to 31st December 2025, so candidates must note the registration dates as soon as released. 

SSC GD New Vacancy 2026

The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC GD Vacancy 2026 for General Duty Constable posts along with the notification on 1st December 2025. The vacancies has been released category-wise and force-wise, which are also shared below. 

This year, Staff Selection Commission had announced 23467 vacancies for males in BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, and SSF forces and 2020 vacancies for females in BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and AR forces. Below is the detailed SSC GD Vacancy distribution for all Paramilitary Forces as released by the officials. 

• Is SSC GD only for boys?
  No, the SSC GD notification has been released for both male and female candidates.
• Is SSC GD a permanent job?
  Yes, the candidates selected through the SSC GD exam will be appointed in the Indian military forces, Assam Rifles, SSF and NCB and these forces come under the central government. The posts that come under the Central Government are permanent.
• What is the uniform of SSC GD?
  A GD Constable in Indian paramilitary forces wears a khaki or olive green khakhi dress with black shoes and a belt.

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Year-wise Vacancy Trend

Last year the total number of vacancies was 53690. You can also check the last 6 years of vacancies announced through the SSC GD Constable Exam.

• SSC GD Vacancy 2026- 25487 
• SSC GD Vacancy 2025- 53690
• SSC GD Vacancy 2024: 46617 
• SSC GD Vacancy 2022: 50187 
• SSC GD Vacancy 2021: 25271 
• SSC GD Vacancy 2020: 60210 
• SSC GD Vacancy 2019: 54593

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria

Only the candidates who fulfill the required eligibility criteria as mentioned by the commission are eligible to apply for SSC GD 2026 for Constable posts in BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, SSF, and NCB. The education qualification, age limit, and other criteria are mentioned below-

SSC GD Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for GD Constable (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSF, SSB, and riflemen) must have passed 10th class or equivalent from a recognized board.

SSC GD Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)

Candidate is required to be between 18 to 23 years in order to be eligible for the SSC GD 2026 Exam. Age relaxation is given to candidates belonging to reserved categories as per the government rules.

SSC GD Upper Age Relaxation

• What is the qualification of SSC GD?
  A 10th-pass candidate from a recognized Board/ University is eligible for the SSC GD Constable Exam.
• What is the SSC GD physical test?
  SSC GD physical test is conducted to evaluate candidates' physical capabilities. It consists of two stages: the Physical Endurance Test and the Physical Standard Test. After passing this round they will go through a medical test.
• Is SSC GD a good job?
  SSC GD is a good career option for 10th-pass candidates who want to be part of any defence force and the salary of an SSC GD constable is quite high.

SSC GD 2026 Online Application Form

The online registration process for SSC GD Recruitment 2026 will be conducted at www.ssc.gov.in from 1st to 31st December 2025. Candidates interested for 25487 General Duty Constable posts must start with the registration and complete details can be checked by clicking the link shared below. 

SSC GD Constable Apply Online 2026- Click to Apply

• Can a 12th pass apply for SSC?
  Yes, a 12th-pass candidate who is 18-27 years old can apply for the SSC GD exam.
• Is SSC free for girls?
  yes, there are no online application fees for female candidates SSC GD exam.
• Which is the highest post in SSC GD?
  A GD constable can be promoted to Senior Constable, Head Constable, Assistant Sub Inspector, Sub Inspector and Inspector posts.

SSC GD 2026 Online Application Fee

SSC GD Constable 2026 application fee for male candidates is Rs 100, which is to be paid during the application process. However, women/SC/ST/PwD/ESM candidates are exempt from paying the application fee.

How to Apply for the SSC GD 2026 Exam?

1. Go to the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
2. Once on the homepage, navigate to the "Apply" section and click on the "Apply" link.
3. If you're a new user, you need to register yourself.
4. Please provide the following details: your name, date of birth, email address, and mobile number.
5. Upon successful registration, you'll receive a Registration ID and password. Note them down for future use.
6. Use your Registration ID and password to log in. Find the link for the SSC GD 2026 Exam and click on "Apply".
7. Fill in details like name, father's name, mother's name, category, gender, nationality, etc.
8. Enter your educational details such as the name of the school/college, board/university, marks obtained, etc.
9. Select your preferred exam centres from the list provided.
10. Upload a recent passport-sized colour photograph and signature (usually in JPEG format and within the specified size).
11. Pay the application fee using net banking, or debit/credit card.
12. Before submitting, carefully review all the details you've entered to ensure there are no mistakes.
     

SSC GD Constable 2026 Selection Process

The entire recruitment process of SSC GD 2026 will be completed in four stages: Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and at the last the Medical Test. The candidates will be shortlisted for SSC GD Constable posts in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), NIA, SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles and Sepoy in Narcotics Control Bureau. through the following stages-

Stage 1- Written examination (Computer Based)

Stage 2- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Stage 3- Physical Standard Test (PST)

Stage 4- Medical Test

After the medical test, the candidates shortlisted will have to appear for document verification.

SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam Pattern

In this section, the pattern for each stage has been discussed. The candidates who are going to appear in SSC GD Recruitment 2026 must be familiar with the exam pattern. Let’s have a look at the detailed Exam Pattern for the SSC GD 2026 Exam.

For Computer-Based Examination

The computer-based examination will be of 160 marks consisting of 80 questions. There will be 4 sections in the online exam to be attempted in 60 minutes. 0.25 marks will be deducted when a question is answered wrong. There will be no penalty if the question is left unanswered. The exam pattern for CBE has been detailed below.

• What is the negative marking for SSC GD 2026 Exam?
  For each incorrect answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
• Is there any negative marking for unanswered questions?
  No, there will be no mark deduction for blank/unanswered questions.

For the Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

The candidate must be efficient enough to finish the race within the time limit as mentioned in the below table. The limit has been set differently for candidates of the Ladakh region.

For Physical Standard Test (PST)

The candidates will be examined for physical standards including Height and Chest (only males). Only the candidates who meet the requirements will be called for a medical examination. The physical standards required has been discussed below.

However, there is some relaxation provided for candidates belonging to hilly areas, scheduled tribes, north-eastern states, Left Wing Extremism-affected districts, Gorkha Territorial Administration. Chest measurement for female candidates has not been included in the Physical Standard Test, however, the chest should be well developed.

Weight should be proportionate as per the height and medical standard for male and female

Note: Physical Standard Test (PST)/ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/ Detailed Medical Examination (DME)/ Review Medical Examination (RME) will be scheduled and concluded by CAPFs.

SSC GD 2026 Syllabus

To prepare effectively for the SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam, a candidate must know the entire syllabus of the SSC GD 2026 Exam as planning a strategy with an updated syllabus is more fruitful rather than just cramming things in an undefined manner. For your ease, we have provided the detailed SSC GD Syllabus:

Check Detailed SSC GD Syllabus 2026

SSC GD Marks Normalisation

SSC GD (Staff Selection Commission General Duty) Normalisation is a process applied to adjust the marks of candidates based on the difficulty level of different shifts or sessions of the examination. Since SSC GD exams are conducted in multiple shifts, the difficulty level may vary slightly between them. To ensure fairness and equality in the selection process, SSC uses normalisation to balance these variations.

SSC GD 2026 Exam Preparation

To prepare for the SSC GD 2026 Exam, candidates should consider online classes and mock tests as the best study resources. Practicing previous year's question papers can also help them understand the question patterns and types. Click the link below to download the previous year's papers and mock test link to enhance your preparation for the SSC GD Exam. 

SSC GD Constable Previous Year Question Paper- Click Here

SSC GD Constable 2026 Preparation Books

For SSC GD Constable preparation, it's important to choose books that cover the full syllabus and provide ample practice questions. Here’s a list of some popular and highly recommended books for different sections of the exam:

General Intelligence & Reasoning:- A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal, Analytical Reasoning by M.K. Pandey, SSC General Intelligence & Reasoning by Kiran Prakashan (Specific to SSC exams), and Lucent’s Reasoning (for a comprehensive approach). 

General Knowledge & General Awareness:- Lucent’s General Knowledge (Covers static GK, history, geography, etc.), Manohar Pandey’s General Knowledge by Arihant, Pratiyogita Darpan (Monthly magazine for current affairs), Current Affairs Yearly by Arihant (For up-to-date current events), and NCERT Books (For basic history, geography, and polity)

Elementary Mathematics:- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal, Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma (Arihant Publication), NCERT Mathematics Books (Class 6 to 10) for basic concepts, and SSC Mathematics Chapter-wise Solved Papers by Kiran Prakashan

English/Hindi:- Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi (Arihant) for English section, English Grammar & Composition by Wren and Martin, Hindi Vyakaran by Lucent (for the Hindi section), Samanya Hindi by Arihant (Specific for SSC GD), and SSC GD Constable English/Hindi Language by Kiran Prakashan (For practice in language skills). 

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Important Questions for SSC GD Exam

Candidates preparing for the SSC GD 20225 Exam must be aware of the important topics that are generally asked every year in the exam. Last year, the SSC GD Exam was of an Easy level and it is expected that this year also the exam could be of the same level and the questions will be asked from the same topics which are discussed below.. 

SSC GD General Intelligence and Reasoning Questions- Questions are asked from Coding-Decoding, Missing Term, Venn Diagram, Syllogism, Paper Folding, Odd One Out, Mathematics Operation, Analogy, Series, Sequence, Puzzle & Sitting Arrangement, Mirror Image, Hidden Figure, Complete Figure. 

SSC GD Elementary Mathematics Questions- Questions are asked from Simple & Compound Interest, Mensuration, 2D& 3D, Simplification, Average, Profit & Loss, HCF & LCM, Time and Work, Number System, Percentage, Time, Speed, and Distance, Ratio & Proportion, Data Interpretation (DI). 

SSC GD General English/Hindi Questions

SSC GD General Awareness Questions

SSC GD Constable 2026 Salary Structure

The initial salary of a General Duty Constable is Rs. 23,527 per month and the starting basic pay of a Constable is Rs. 21,700. The maximum basic pay for a GD Constable can reach up to Rs. 69,100 in Paramilitary Forces. The pay scale for Sepoy in NCB is Rs. 18000 to 56900 (Pay level 1) To know more about SSC GD including job profile, salary structure, basic pay, allowances, roles & responsibilities, and promotion, click on the below link.

The benefits and salary structure for SSC GD Constable in BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP and SSF, and Riflemen are tabulated below.

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SSC GD 2026 Exam Centre

Candidates need to choose their preferred exam center while filling out the exam application form to appear for the SSC GD 2026 Exam. The complete details for the regional websites, exam center, and address to regional offices have been discussed below. 

SSC GD 2026 Result

SSC GD Results will be declared separately for Physical Test/Medical Test, Written Test and Computer Proficiency Test. Candidates can check their results after the exam has been conducted. The dates for the declaration of the result will be notified soon by the Staff Selection Commission of India.

SSC GD Constable 2026 Cut-Off

SSC GD Constable Cut-Off will be released after the result for the same has been declared. To get a fair idea of the SSC GD Cut-Off, let’s have a look at previous years’ cut-off for the SSC GD Exam:

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