SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment: Apply Online for 25,487 Posts on ssc.gov.in

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has commenced a major recruitment cycle by activating the online application process for the Constable (General Duty) in CAPFs, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination-2026. The official notification, released on December 1, 2025, confirms a total of 25,487 vacancies across various paramilitary forces, presenting a significant opportunity for Matriculation (10th Pass) certificate holders aspiring for a career in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications through the new official website of SSC, ssc.gov.in. The application link is currently active, and aspirants are strongly advised to complete the process well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Important Dates and Application Deadlines

Candidates must adhere strictly to the schedule released by the Commission. The window for submitting the application form is limited to December 2025.

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

The application fee is set at ₹100/- for General and OBC male candidates. However, female candidates, candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and eligible Ex-Servicemen are exempted from paying the fee.

Vacancy Details: Force-Wise Breakdown

The recruitment drive aims to fill 25,487 posts across seven forces, with a significant majority earmarked for male candidates.

Force	Male Vacancies	Female Vacancies	Total Vacancies
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)	13,135	1,460	14,595
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)	5,366	124	5,490
Assam Rifles (AR)	1,556	150	1,706
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)	1,764	0	1,764
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)	1,099	194	1,293
Border Security Force (BSF)	524	92	616
Secretariat Security Force (SSF)	23	0	23
Grand Total	23,467	2,020	25,487

Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed the Matriculation (10th Class) Examination from a recognized Board/University on or before the cut-off date of January 1, 2026.

2. Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)

The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 23 years. Candidates must have been born not earlier than January 2, 2003, and not later than January 1, 2008. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and Ex-Servicemen categories as per Government rules.

3. Selection Stages

The recruitment process consists of four main stages:

Computer Based Examination (CBE): Written Test (160 Marks).
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST): Qualifying in nature.
Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Document Verification (DV).

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

All applications must be submitted exclusively through the official SSC portal.

One-Time Registration (OTR): Visit the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in. If you are a first-time user on the new portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using your basic details, Aadhaar number, and mobile/email verification. Note: OTR from the old ssc.nic.in website is not valid.
Log In: Use your Registration Number and Password to log in to the SSC portal.
Access Application: Under the 'Latest Notifications' tab, find the link for the Constable (GD) Examination-2026 and click on the 'Apply' button.
Fill the Form: Review the pre-filled OTR details and accurately fill in the remaining personal, educational, and preferred examination centre details.
Upload Documents: Upload a live, recent photograph captured through the online application module and your scanned signature in the prescribed format and dimensions.
Fee Payment: Pay the application fee (₹100/- for applicable categories) online using BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Cards.
Final Submission: Preview the entire application form carefully, check the declaration box, and click 'Final Submit'. Download and print a copy of the completed application form for future reference.

Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the official SSC GD Constable 2026 notification available on ssc.gov.in for detailed instructions, physical standards (PST), and syllabus information.