The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for 25,487 vacancies under Constable (GD) and Rifleman (GD) posts for various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Assam Rifles, SSF, and NIA. Candidates who have passed 10th/Matriculation are eligible to apply online from 01 December 2025 to 31 December 2025 at ssc.gov.in .
This article provides the complete details of the SSC GD 2026 recruitment including vacancy breakup, eligibility, age limit, selection process, application fee, important dates, and direct links.
SSC GD Constable & Rifleman Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Organization Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Post Name Constable (GD) & Rifleman (GD) Total Vacancies 25,487 Salary ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Pay Level-3) Qualification Required 10th / Matriculation Age Limit 18–23 years (as on 01-01-2026) Application Start Date 01-12-2025 Application End Date 31-12-2025 Official Website https://ssc.gov.in
SSC GD Constable & Rifleman Vacancy 2026 – Force-wise 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 Assam Rifles (Rifleman GD) 1,556 150 1,706 SSF 23 0 23 Grand Total 23,467 2,020 25,487
Eligibility Criteria for SSC GD Constable 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidate must have passed Matriculation/10th Class from a recognized board by 01-01-2026 .
Nationality
Must be a citizen of India .
Candidates must have domicile/PRC of the State/UT filled in the application (except notified categories).
NCC Bonus Marks (Optional)
NCC Certificate holders (A/B/C) will receive bonus marks.
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 23 years (Eligible candidates are those born between 02-01-2003 and 01-01-2008 )
Age Relaxation
Category Relaxation SC/ST 5 years OBC 3 years Ex-Servicemen 3 years (after service deduction) Children/dependents of 1984 riot victims (UR/EWS) 5 years OBC category (1984 riot victims) 8 years SC/ST category (1984 riot victims) 10 years
Application Fee
Category Fee General/OBC/EWS (Male) ₹100 SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female No Fee Payment Mode Online (UPI/Net Banking/Cards)
SSC GD 2026 Salary Structure
Pay Level-3
₹21,700 – ₹69,100/month
Includes DA, HRA, Transport Allowance & other benefits.
Important Dates – SSC GD 2026
Event Date Notification Release 01-12-2025 Application Start 01-12-2025 Application Last Date 31-12-2025 (11:00 PM) Fee Payment Deadline 01-01-2026 (11:00 PM) Application Correction Window 08-01-2026 to 10-01-2026 Tentative CBE Exam Date February – April 2026
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Selection Process
The recruitment process includes:
Computer Based Examination (CBE)
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME)
Document Verification
Only candidates qualifying each stage will be shortlisted for final selection.
How to Apply for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
Visit the SSC official website: https://ssc.gov.in
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) (Note: Old OTR from ssc.nic.in is not valid)
Fill out the online application form
Upload the required documents, photo & signature
Pay the application fee (if applicable)
Submit the form and download the final printout
Important Instructions for Candidates
Read the detailed exam notification in Hindi & English (English version final in case of dispute).
Submit the application form well before the last date to avoid server issues.
New OTR is mandatory on the SSC’s new website; old OTR will not work.
Reservation claims (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/ESM) must match the documents produced during DME.
Migrant candidates (SC/ST/OBC) must select whether to claim reservation from:
State of origin , or
Apply as UR in the migrated state. This choice cannot be changed later .
Caste certificates for reservation must be issued by the state of origin if opting for reservation from there.
SSC GD Constable 2026 – Important Links