SSC GD Constable 2026: eligibility, syllabus, cut-offs, salary and how to apply
SSC Constable (General Duty) in CAPFs, SSF, Assam Rifles and NCB, conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Posts: Constable (General Duty) in BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles.
| Vacancies | How often | Application fee |
|---|---|---|
| 25,487 (Constable (GD) 2026) | Once a year. | Rs 100. Women, SC, ST and eligible ex-servicemen do not pay. |
SSC GD Constable eligibility: who can apply
| Requirement | Rule |
|---|---|
| Education | Class 10 pass. |
| Age | 18 to 23 years. Relaxation: OBC +3, SC/ST +5 years, and others as notified. |
| Physical | Height and chest standards as set in the notification (for example 170 cm for men and 157 cm for women, with relaxations for hill areas and Scheduled Tribes). |
SSC GD Constable selection process
- Computer-based exam
- Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test
- Detailed medical examination
- Document verification
SSC GD Constable exam pattern and marks
Computer-based exam (60 minutes)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| General Knowledge and General Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| English or Hindi | 20 | 40 |
| Total | 80 | 160 |
0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
The exam is offered in English, Hindi and several regional languages.
NCC certificate holders get bonus marks as notified.
SSC GD Constable syllabus
- Class 10 level reasoning, general knowledge, mathematics and language.
How to prepare for SSC GD Constable
- Practise previous papers and take mock tests.
- Start running practice early: the race in the Physical Efficiency Test is timed.
- Check the height and chest standards before applying.
SSC GD Constable previous cut-offs
SSC publishes cut-offs for each force, gender and category with the result. Official cut-off notices
Salary and posts after SSC GD Constable
Constable (General Duty) in the Central Armed Police Forces (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB), the Secretariat Security Force and Rifleman in Assam Rifles.
| Post | Pay level and starting basic pay | What the work is |
|---|---|---|
| Constable (General Duty) / Rifleman (General Duty) | Level 3, Rs 21,700 | Border guarding, security of airports and industries, internal security, election and disaster duty. |
Example: a Class 10 candidate who clears the exam, physical tests and medical is posted to a BSF battalion after basic training and may serve on the border or on internal security duty anywhere in India.
Figures are starting basic pay in the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix. Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance (or government housing), Transport Allowance and other allowances are paid on top, so the monthly pay is well above the basic pay and differs by city. The 8th Central Pay Commission, set up in November 2025, will revise the matrix once its report is accepted.
SSC GD Constable job profile and duties
- Guard duty, patrolling and protection of installations
- Internal security, counter-insurgency and election duty
- Disaster relief
SSC GD Constable promotions and promotion cycle
| Stage | Pay | When |
|---|---|---|
| Constable → Head Constable | Level 3 → Level 4 | By seniority, courses and vacancies |
| Head Constable → Assistant Sub-Inspector → Sub-Inspector → Inspector | Level 5 → Level 6 → Level 7 | By seniority, courses and departmental exams |
Each force has its own promotion rules; the steps above are the usual ladder. If no promotion comes, the Modified Assured Career Progression scheme moves a central government employee to the next pay level after 10, 20 and 30 years of service (or 10 years in the same level), subject to a 'Very Good' record. Sources: 7th CPC pay matrix (Ministry of Finance resolution of 25 July 2016), as reproduced by Gconnect · MACP scheme under the 7th CPC (DoPT), as reported by Gconnect · Staff Selection Commission
How to apply for SSC GD Constable, step by step
- Complete One Time Registration on ssc.gov.in.
- Fill the Constable (GD) application and state the force preferences; upload photo and signature.
- Pay the fee if applicable and submit.
- Download admit cards for the computer exam and later for the physical tests.
Sources: Staff Selection Commission. Rules, vacancies and dates change with each notification: read the official notification before applying.
SSC GD Constable: common questions
How many vacancies are there in SSC GD Constable?
25,487 in Constable (GD) 2026. Across the Central Armed Police Forces, SSF and Assam Rifles.
What is the age limit for SSC GD Constable?
18 to 23 years. Relaxation: OBC +3, SC/ST +5 years, and others as notified.
What qualification is needed for SSC GD Constable?
Class 10 pass.
What is the selection process of SSC GD Constable?
Computer-based exam; Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test; Detailed medical examination; Document verification.
What is the salary after SSC GD Constable?
Constable (General Duty) / Rifleman (General Duty): Level 3, Rs 21,700. Figures are starting basic pay in the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix.
What was the last cut-off of SSC GD Constable?
SSC publishes cut-offs for each force, gender and category with the result.
What is the application fee for SSC GD Constable?
Rs 100. Women, SC, ST and eligible ex-servicemen do not pay.
How do I apply for SSC GD Constable?
Complete One Time Registration on ssc.gov.in. Fill the Constable (GD) application and state the force preferences; upload photo and signature. Pay the fee if applicable and submit. Apply only on the official website: https://ssc.gov.in/