SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026; The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducted the Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination 2026 for recruitment to various uniformed posts. The recruitment covered 25000+ tentative vacancies across BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, Assam Rifles and SSF.
For the 2026 cycle, the recruitment process included a Computer Based Examination (CBE), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Detailed/Review Medical Examination and Document Verification.
SSC GD Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission |
| Exam Name | SSC Constable GD Examination 2026 |
| Post | Constable (GD) / Rifleman (GD) |
| Forces | BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, Assam Rifles & SSF |
| Total Vacancies | 25000+ |
| Pay Level | Level-3 |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18–23 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC GD 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | October 2026 |
| CBT Date | Notify Later |
SSC GD 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Gen/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Female | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Vacancies & Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| General Duty | 25000+ (Expected) | 10th Pass |
SSC GD 2026 Age Limit
The prescribed age was 18 to 23 years as on 1 August 2026. Accordingly, candidates had to be born between 2 January 2003 and 1 January 2008.
Age relaxation was provided according to the applicable Government rules, including 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates. Specific additional relaxations were also prescribed for certain categories.
SSC GD 2026 Selection Process
The recruitment sequence prescribed by SSC was:
- Written Exam
- Physical Test
- medical Examination
SSC GD 2026 Force Preference
Candidates were required to provide preferences for all seven participating forces/organizations:
- BSF
- CISF
- CRPF
- SSB
- ITBP
- Assam Rifles
- SSF
SSC stated that the force allocation would be made on the basis of merit in the CBT together with the candidate’s submitted force preference, subject to fulfilling the other selection requirements.
SSC GD 2026 Important Documents
Candidates should keep the relevant documents ready for the applicable stages, particularly:
- Class 10 certificate/marksheet
- Valid photo ID
- Domicile/Permanent Residential Certificate
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- NCC certificate, if claiming bonus marks
- Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable
- Disability-related documents, wherever applicable
- Recent photographs
- Other certificates prescribed by SSC/CAPFs
The domicile/PRC requirement is particularly important because vacancies in the CAPFs were allocated on a State/UT basis, while SSF vacancies were on an All-India basis.
How to Apply for SSC GD 2026
For the 2026 recruitment cycle, candidates were required to first complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website and then submit the online examination application. The application required personal, educational, domicile and other relevant information, followed by document/photo-related requirements and fee payment where applicable.
The SSC GD 2026 application window has already closed. Candidates who registered for this cycle should use the official SSC portal for current information regarding the result, answer key, scorecard and subsequent recruitment stages. SSC’s official website is currently carrying updates related to the 2026 GD examination.
SSC GD 2026 Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| SSC GD 2026 Official Notification (Soon) | Notification |
| SSC GD 2026 Apply Online (Soon) | Apply Online |
| SSC Official Website | SSC |
