Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC GD Constable & Rifleman Recruitment 2026 , announcing 25,487 vacancies across BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, and SSF.10th (Matriculation) are eligible to apply online.01 December 2025 and ends on 31 December 2025 via the official SSC website ssc.gov.in .
SSC GD Constable & Rifleman Recruitment 2026 – Overview Details Information Organization Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Post Name Constable (GD) & Rifleman (GD) Total Vacancies 25,487 Qualification Matriculation / 10th Pass Age Limit 18–23 years (as on 01-01-2026) Salary ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Pay Level-3) Apply Start Date 01/12/2025 Apply Last Date 31/12/2025 Official Website ssc.gov.in
SSC GD 2026 Vacancy Details Force Male Female Total BSF 524 92 616 CISF 13,135 1,460 14,595 CRPF 5,366 124 5,490 SSB 1,764 0 1,764 ITBP 1,099 194 1,293 AR (Rifleman GD) 1,556 150 1,706 SSF 23 0 23 Grand Total 23,467 2,020 25,487
Eligibility Criteria Nationality
Must be a citizen of India .
Must possess Domicile/PRC of the state/UT mentioned in the application (except Assam & specific categories).
Educational Qualification
10th Class / Matriculation pass from a recognized Board as on 01-01-2026 .
NCC Bonus Marks (optional)
NCC holders (A/B/C certificates) are eligible for bonus marks.
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
Minimum Age: 18 yearsMaximum Age: 23 yearsCandidates must be born between 02-01-2003 and 01-01-2008 .
Age Relaxation
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deducting military service
Children/Dependents of 1984 riot victims:
UR/EWS: +5 years
OBC: +8 years
SC/ST: +10 years
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹100/-SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female: No Fee Payment Mode: UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay Level-3 Salary Range: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per monthIncludes DA, HRA & other allowances as per govt norms.
Important Dates Event Date Notification Release 01/12/2025 Apply Online Start 01/12/2025 Apply Online Last Date 31/12/2025 (23:00) Last Date for Fee Payment 01/01/2026 (23:00) Correction Window 08/01/2026 – 10/01/2026 CBE Exam Date Feb–Apr 2026 (Tentative)
Selection Process
Computer Based Examination (CBE) Physical Standard Test (PST) Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Medical Examination (DME/RME) Document Verification
How to Apply for SSC GD Constable 2026
Visit the official website ssc.gov.in
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
Fill the application form carefully
Upload scanned photo, signature & documents
Pay the application fee (if applicable)
Submit the form & take a printout
Important Instructions
Read the full notification in Hindi & English (English version is final).
Apply early to avoid server issues near the deadline.
New OTR on ssc.gov.in is mandatory; old OTR (ssc.nic.in) is invalid.
All applications are provisional ; documents will be verified during DME.
Reservation claims must match valid certificates.
Migrant SC/ST/OBC candidates must choose reservation either from their origin state or apply as UR in the migrated state (cannot change later).
SSC GD 2026 – Important Links
