SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment Begins: Apply Now For 25,487 Vacancies Across CAPFs And SSF, Details Here

The SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment process has officially begun, opening applications for 25,487 posts across various security forces. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is inviting eligible candidates to apply for General Duty (GD) Constable roles in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), the Secretariat Security Force (SSF), and Rifleman (GD) posts in the Assam Rifles. All posts carry a Level-3 pay scale ranging from Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100, making this one of the most sought-after defence opportunities of the year.

Candidates who have completed Class 10 from a recognised board can apply online through the official website ssc.gov.in. According to the SSC, the SSC GD Constable exam 2026 is tentatively scheduled between February and April 2026.

SSC GD Constable 2026 Recruitment: Vacancy Details

Out of the 25,487 total vacancies,

• 23,467 posts are for male candidates, and
• 2,020 posts are for female candidates.

The category-wise distribution includes:

• SC: 3,702
• ST: 2,313
• OBC: 5,765
• EWS: 2,605
• UR: 11,102

Selected applicants will be posted across major security forces including BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, Assam Rifles, and the Secretariat Security Force.

SSC Police Constable Recruitment 2026: Key Dates to Remember

• Last date to apply: 31 December 2025 (11 pm)
• Last date for fee payment: 1 January 2026
• Application correction window: 8–10 January 2026 (11 pm)

Candidates are advised to complete their SSC GD Constable application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

SSC Constable Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

To apply for SSC GD Constable 2026, candidates must:

• Be 18 to 23 years of age.
• SC/ST candidates receive 5 years age relaxation.
• OBC and Ex-servicemen get 3 years relaxation.

An ex-serviceman refers to an individual who has served in the Regular Army, Navy or Air Force in any rank, whether combatant or non-combatant, subject to SSC norms.

The minimum educational qualification is Class 10 pass, and candidates with NCC certificates can earn additional incentives of up to 5%.

SSC GD Constable 2026: How to Apply Online

Candidates applying for the first time must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC website.

Steps to apply:

1. Visit ssc.gov.in
2. Log in using OTR credentials and open the GD Constable recruitment link.
3. Fill out the online application form.
4. Pay the Rs. 100 application fee.
5. Submit the form to complete your SSC GD Constable registration.