• Application Start: 1 December 2025

• Application End: 31 December 2025 (11:00 PM)

• Last Date for Fee Payment: 1 January 2026 (11:00 PM)

• Application Correction Window: 8–10 January 2026

• CBT Exam Schedule: February–April 2026 (tentative)

• Rs100 for General/OBC/EWS

• Fee Exempted: SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Women
  Payment Mode: Online only

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)

• 18 to 23 years
  (Candidates born between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008)
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Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: +5 years

• OBC: +3 years

• Ex-Servicemen: +3 years (after service deduction)
  Special relaxations apply for dependents of 1984 riots victims.

SSC GD 2026 – Force-Wise Vacancy Table

• The pay scale is Level-3 (Rs21,700 – Rs69,100).

• Must have passed Matriculation/10th on or before 01 January 2026.

Selection Process For SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026

The SSC GD 2026 selection procedure includes:

1. Computer-Based Examination (CBE)

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

3. Physical Standard Test (PST)

4. Medical Examination (DME/RME)

5. Document Verification

Exam Pattern for SSC GD 2026

The CBT will consist of 80 questions (160 marks):

Duration: 60 minutes
Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
Languages: English, Hindi + 13 regional languages.

Physical Standard Test (PST)

Height Requirements

• Male: 170 cm

• Female: 157 cm
  Relaxation applies for ST, NE States, Gorkhas, etc.

Chest (Male Only)

• 80 cm (Unexpanded)

• Minimum 5 cm expansion
  Relaxed measurements apply for special categories.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

For Male Candidates

• 5 km run in 24 minutes
  (Ladakh region: 1.6 km in 7 minutes)

For Female Candidates

• 1.6 km run in 8.5 minutes
  (Ladakh region: 800 m in 5 minutes)

How to Fill for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026

Candidates who wish to apply for SSC GD Constable 2026 must fill out the online application form available on the SSC’s new portal. Follow the step-by-step process below:

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the Official SSC Website
   Go to the updated SSC recruitment portal: https://ssc.gov.in

2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)

   • Click on "Register Now"

   • Enter your Aadhaar details (recommended), personal information, educational details, and contact details

   • Upload your photo, signature, and ID proof as per SSC guidelines
     (Source: Page 9)

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3. Login to Your Dashboard
   Use your registered email/mobile number and password to log in.

4. Fill SSC GD Application Form 2026

   • Choose the “Constable (GD) 2026” application link

   • Select your preferences, exam centres, and state

   • Enter qualification and communication details

5. Upload Required Documents

   • Recent passport-size photograph

   • Signature

   • Class 10 certificate

   • Domicile/PRC (if applying for state-wise vacancy)

6. Pay the Application Fee (if applicable)

   • General/OBC/EWS: Rs100

   • SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women: No fee
     (Source: Page 10–11)

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7. Submit the Form
   Verify all details carefully and click Submit.

8. Take Printout/Save Confirmation
   Download the application form and payment receipt for future use.

SSC GD Constable 2026 – Important Questions & Answers

Q1. On which date will the SSC GD 2026 online application process start?

The online application process starts on 01 December 2025 and ends on 31 December 2025 (11:00 PM).
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Q2. What are the minimum and maximum age requirements for SSC GD 2026?

Candidates must be 18 to 23 years old as of 01 January 2026.
Only candidates born between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008 are eligible.
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Q3. What is the educational qualification required?

Applicants must have passed Matriculation/10th on or before 01 January 2026.
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Q4. How will candidates be selected for SSC GD 2026?

The complete selection procedure includes:

• Computer-Based Examination (CBE)

• Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• Physical Standard Test (PST)

• Medical Exam (DME/RME)

• Document Verification
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Q5. What is the examination structure for the SSC GD Constable recruitment?

The exam has 80 questions for 160 marks, covering Reasoning, GK, Maths, and English/Hindi.
Duration: 60 minutes
Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
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Q6. Are vacancies available for both males and females?

Yes. SSC has announced a total of 25,487 vacancies for male and female candidates across all forces.
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Q7. What is the salary of SSC GD Constable?

The salary is Level-3 (Rs21,700 – ?69,100) plus allowances.
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Q8. Can candidates from any state apply?

Yes, but the candidate must have a valid Domicile/PRC of the state for which they are applying.
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Q9. How many languages is the exam available in?

The SSC GD CBT is available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages (total 15 languages).
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Q10. Do NCC certificate holders get any benefit?

Yes. NCC ‘A’, ‘B’, and ‘C’ certificate holders receive 2–5% bonus marks.