25,000+ Vacancies Announced in SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026

The SSC Constable (General Duty) Recruitment 2026 notification was officially released on 1st December 2025 by the Staff Selection Commission. This notification has created a significant employment opportunity for young candidates across the country, especially for those who have completed their schooling and are looking for a stable and respectable government job at an early age. The recruitment is being conducted for the posts of Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Secretariat Security Force (SSF), and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles . With only a 10th class qualification required, this notification is considered one of the best and most useful employment opportunities immediately after school education .

The selection process for SSC GD Constable 2026 is conducted in multiple stages to assess both the academic knowledge and physical fitness of candidates. The recruitment process consists of a Computer Based Examination (CBE) , followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET) , Physical Standard Test (PST) , Medical Examination , and Document Verification . Candidates must qualify in each stage to proceed further. The final selection and force allocation are mainly based on the marks secured in the Computer Based Examination, subject to qualifying the physical and medical tests .

The Computer Based Examination is conducted in online mode and consists of objective type multiple choice questions . The exam is set at the Matriculation (Class 10) level , making it suitable for candidates with basic educational preparation. The question paper consists of 80 questions carrying a total of 160 marks , and candidates are given 60 minutes to complete the examination. The test is conducted in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages , including Telugu, Tamil, Urdu, Bengali and Marathi. There is a provision for negative marking , with 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer , so candidates must answer carefully .

The General Intelligence and Reasoning section evaluates the logical and analytical ability of candidates. This section mainly includes non-verbal questions such as analogies, similarities and differences, spatial visualization, spatial orientation, visual memory, observation, discrimination, relationship concepts, number series, coding and decoding, arithmetical reasoning, non-verbal series and figural classification. The questions are designed to test the candidate’s ability to identify patterns and solve basic reasoning problems accurately.

The General Knowledge and General Awareness section tests the candidate’s awareness of current events and general surroundings. Questions are asked from current affairs, Indian history, culture, geography, economy, general polity, Indian Constitution, sports, scientific research and everyday science. The questions are of basic level and do not require in-depth or specialized study, but regular reading of newspapers and general awareness material is beneficial.

The Elementary Mathematics section is based on Class 10 standard arithmetic concepts . It includes questions from number systems, whole numbers, decimals and fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion, averages, simple interest, profit and loss, discount, mensuration, time and distance, and time and work. With regular practice and a strong understanding of basics, candidates can score well in this section.

The English or Hindi language section checks the candidate’s basic language skills and comprehension ability. Questions are asked from vocabulary, basic grammar, sentence structure, synonyms and antonyms, fill in the blanks and simple comprehension passages. Candidates can choose either English or Hindi as their medium according to their comfort.

To be shortlisted for the next stage, candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in the Computer Based Examination. The minimum qualifying marks are 30 percent for Unreserved category , 25 percent for OBC and EWS categories , and 20 percent for SC, ST and other reserved categories . Candidates holding valid NCC certificates are awarded additional bonus marks after achieving the qualifying marks, which can improve their position in the merit list .

Candidates who qualify the written examination are called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) , which is qualifying in nature. Male candidates are required to complete a 5 kilometre race within 24 minutes , while female candidates must complete 1.6 kilometres within 8½ minutes . Separate relaxed standards are applicable for candidates belonging to the Ladakh region. No marks are awarded for PET, but failure to qualify results in elimination from the recruitment process .

After qualifying PET, candidates undergo the Physical Standard Test (PST) , where height and chest measurements are checked as per prescribed standards. For general category male candidates, the minimum height requirement is 170 centimetres , with a chest measurement of 80 centimetres unexpanded and a minimum expansion of 5 centimetres . Female candidates must have a minimum height of 157 centimetres . Relaxations in height and chest measurements are provided for candidates belonging to SC, ST, North-Eastern states, hill areas and other notified regions , as per government rules .

The final stages of the recruitment process include a detailed medical examination to ensure that candidates meet the medical fitness standards required for service in armed forces, followed by document verification . During document verification, candidates must produce original certificates related to age, educational qualification, domicile, caste or category, and NCC certificate, if applicable. Failure to produce valid documents can lead to cancellation of candidature.

Overall, the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 stands out as one of the most reliable and accessible Central Government job opportunities after Class 10 . With a simple syllabus, transparent selection process, reservation benefits, and long-term career security, this notification deserves serious consideration by every eligible candidate. Even those preparing for other competitive examinations are advised to apply, as this recruitment offers an excellent opportunity to build a disciplined, stable and respectable career in uniformed services at a young age.