SSC · Central
एसएससी जीडी कांस्टेबलSSC GD Constable
Recruitment for Constable (General Duty), conducted by SSC.
Eligibility & key facts
- Qualification
- 10th pass · Any streamFinal-year / awaiting-result candidates cannot apply.
- Age
- 18–23 years as on 01 Jan 2026Born between 02 Jan 2003 and 01 Jan 2008 (General category; relaxed categories below).Reckoned per: 1 January of the exam cycle year.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen
- Domicile
- Domicile / permanent residence certificate mandatory.CAPF/AR vacancies are State/UT-wise: a Domicile/PRC certificate for the State/UT declared in the application is mandatory at DME/DV or candidature is cancelled. SSF vacancies are filled All-India. Assam candidates exempt from producing the certificate.
- Attempts
- No attempt limit
Upper age limit by category
| Category | Relaxation | Upper limit |
|---|---|---|
| General (no relaxation) | — | 23 |
| OBC | +3 yr | 26 |
| SC / ST | +5 yr | 28 |
| Ex-servicemenEffective age = actual age minus military service; must not exceed upper limit + 3. Cumulative with category relaxation. | Service deducted from age, +3 yr formula | Formula — see note |
| General / EWS + 1984 riot victim dependent | +5 yr | 28 |
| OBC + 1984 riot victim dependent | +8 yr | 31 |
| SC / ST + 1984 riot victim dependent | +10 yr | 33 |
Relaxations do not stack — the single highest that applies to you is used. Ex-servicemen: your military service is deducted from your age; the notification’s formula, not a flat number of years, decides the result.
Physical standard (PST)
| Applies to | Min. height | Chest | Min. weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 170 cm | 80 cm (+5 expansion) | — |
| Female | 157 cm | Chest not measured; well-developed chest ascertained at medical. | — |
| Male · ST | 162.5 cm | 76 cm (+5 expansion) | — |
| Female · ST | 150 cm | — | — |
| Male · ST · North-Eastern states | 157 cm | 76 cm (+5 expansion) | — |
| Female · ST · North-Eastern states | 147.5 cm | — | — |
| Male · ST · Left-Wing Extremism affected districts | 160 cm | 76 cm (+5 expansion) | — |
| Female · ST · Left-Wing Extremism affected districts | 147.5 cm | — | — |
| Male · Garhwali / Kumaoni / Dogra / Maratha regions, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh | 165 cm | 78 cm (+5 expansion) | — |
| Female · Garhwali / Kumaoni / Dogra / Maratha regions, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh | 155 cm | — | — |
| Male · North-Eastern states | 162.5 cm | 77 cm (+5 expansion) | — |
| Female · North-Eastern states | 152.5 cm | — | — |
| Male · Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (Darjeeling) | 157 cm | 77 cm (+5 expansion) | — |
| Female · Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (Darjeeling) | 152.5 cm | — | — |
Where a candidate matches more than one row, the most specific row applies.
Physical efficiency test (PET)
| Applies to | Test | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Male | Run | 5,000 m in 24:00 min |
| Female | Run | 1,600 m in 8:30 min |
| Male · Ladakh | Run | 1,600 m in 7:00 min |
| Female · Ladakh | Run | 800 m in 5:00 min |
Important dates — 2026 cycle
- 01 DecNotification
- 01 DecApplications open
- 31 DecApplications close
- 01 JanFee payment closes
- 08 JanCorrection window
- 27 AprExam begins
- 30 MayExam ends
| Notification date | 01 Dec 2025 |
|---|---|
| Applications open | 01 Dec 2025 |
| Applications close | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Fee payment closes | 01 Jan 2026 |
| Correction window | 08 Jan 2026 – 10 Jan 2026 |
| Exam dates | 27 Apr – 30 May 2026 |
| Exam mode | Written examination (CBT) |
| Vacancies | 25,487 (tentative) — Male 23,467 · Female 2,020 |
| Notification ref. | F. No. HQ-C-3007/10/2025-C-3, Notice dated 01.12.2025 |
| Applies to | Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Male · General / EWS / OBC | ₹100 | — |
| Female | Exempt | All women exempt |
| SC / ST / Ex-servicemen | Exempt | SC/ST/Ex-servicemen exempt |
Selection process
Computer Based Testकंप्यूटर आधारित परीक्षा
WrittenCounts to meritNo sectional timing. English, Hindi and 13 regional languages. Qualifying marks computed WITHOUT NCC bonus; bonus added afterwards for merit.
Physical Efficiency Testशारीरिक दक्षता परीक्षा
PhysicalEx-servicemen exempt from PET but must attend PST
Physical Standard Testशारीरिक मानक परीक्षा
PhysicalRecords height, weight and chest. Weight is not a ground for rejection at PST. ESM attend for measurement only and are exempt from PET.
Detailed Medical Examinationविस्तृत चिकित्सा परीक्षा
Medical
- Final merit
- Normalised CBE marks plus NCC bonus marks. PET/PST/medical/DV are qualifying only.
- Bonus marks
- NCC 'C' Certificate +5% · NCC 'B' Certificate +3% · NCC 'A' Certificate +2%
- Tie broken by
- Marks in Part-A → Marks in Part-B → Marks in Part-C → Date of birth (older ranked higher) → Alphabetical order of name
Exam pattern & pay
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| English / Hindi | 20 | 40 |
| Total | 80 | 160 |
- General Intelligence & Reasoning40 mk · 20 Q(25%)
- General Knowledge & General Awareness40 mk · 20 Q(25%)
- Elementary Mathematics40 mk · 20 Q(25%)
- English / Hindi40 mk · 20 Q(25%)
No sectional timing. English, Hindi and 13 regional languages. Qualifying marks computed WITHOUT NCC bonus; bonus added afterwards for merit.
Qualifying marks — Computer Based Test
| Category | Minimum |
|---|---|
| General | 30% |
| OBC / EWS | 25% |
| SC / ST / Ex-servicemen | 20% |
Constable (General Duty)
Level-3 · ₹21700-69100
₹30,000 – ₹40,000/month in hand
Varies by force and posting city (HRA). Basic pay is Level-3 21700-69100.
| Post | Pay level | Pay scale (₹) | In-hand (₹/month, approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Constable (General Duty) | Level-3 | 21700-69100 | 30,000–40,000 |
Frequently asked
What is the age limit for SSC GD?
You must be 18 to 23 years old as on 01 Jan 2026 — born between 02 Jan 2003 and 01 Jan 2008. Category relaxation: OBC +3, SC / ST +5, General / EWS +5, OBC +8, SC / ST +10. Ex-servicemen have their military service deducted from their age instead of a flat relaxation.
What qualification do I need?
A Class 10 pass. Final-year / awaiting-result candidates cannot apply.
Is SSC GD open to Persons with Disabilities?
No. The notification explicitly states this recruitment is not open to Persons with Disabilities.
What is the selection process?
4 stages: Computer Based Test → Physical Efficiency Test → Physical Standard Test → Detailed Medical Examination. Marks toward final merit come only from the Computer Based Test. Physical Efficiency Test, Physical Standard Test, Detailed Medical Examination are qualifying (pass/fail) only. Final merit basis: Normalised CBE marks plus NCC bonus marks. PET/PST/medical/DV are qualifying only..
How much is the application fee?
For the 2026 cycle the fee varies by category:
| Applies to | Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Male General / EWS / OBC | ₹100 | — |
| Female | Exempt | All women exempt |
| SC / ST / Ex-servicemen | Exempt | SC/ST/Ex-servicemen exempt |
What is the in-hand salary for Constable?
Approximately ₹30,000–₹40,000 a month, on Level-3. Varies by force and posting city (HRA). Basic pay is Level-3 21700-69100.
Is there negative marking?
Yes — 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer. Each correct answer gets 2 marks, and unattempted questions aren't penalised.
Do I need a domicile certificate?
CAPF/AR vacancies are State/UT-wise: a Domicile/PRC certificate for the State/UT declared in the application is mandatory at DME/DV or candidature is cancelled. SSF vacancies are filled All-India. Assam candidates exempt from producing the certificate.
How many attempts are allowed?
No attempt limit.
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