The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has announced a massive recruitment drive for Constable posts (9,000+ vacancies) in 2026. This is a golden opportunity for 10th pass candidates who want to join the defence sector and secure a Central Government job.
If you are preparing for SSC GD, Army, or Police exams, this recruitment is perfect for you.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: April 2026
- Application Start Date: 20 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: May 2026 (Expected)
- Exam Date: June–July 2026 (Expected)
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Constable (General Duty)
- Total Vacancies: 9,000+
- Department: CRPF (Central Armed Police Force)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized board
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 23 Years
Age Relaxation:
- OBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
Salary (Pay Scale)
- Basic Pay: ₹21,700 (Level-3)
- In-hand Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹30,000 approx
- Includes:
✔ DA
✔ HRA
✔ Medical Benefits
✔ Risk Allowance
Selection Process
The selection will be done in multiple stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern (CBT)
- Total Questions: 80
- Total Marks: 160
- Time: 60 minutes
Subjects:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Knowledge & Awareness
- Elementary Mathematics
- English / Hindi
Negative marking may apply (check official notification)
Syllabus (Important Topics)
Maths
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Time & Work
- Simple Interest
- Ratio & Proportion
Reasoning
- Coding-Decoding
- Series
- Analogy
- Blood Relations
- Direction Test
GK / GS
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Polity
- Basic Science
Physical Test Details (PET)
Male Candidates
- Race: 5 km in 24 minutes
Female Candidates
- Race: 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes
Physical Standard (PST)
Height:
- Male: 170 cm
- Female: 157 cm
Chest (Male):
- 80 cm (expanded 85 cm)
How to Apply
- Visit official CRPF website
- Register with mobile/email
- Fill application form
- Upload documents
- Pay fee
- Submit and print form
Application Fee
- General / OBC: ₹100
- SC / ST / Female: Free
Why You Should Apply?
✔ Central Govt Job
✔ Job Security
✔ Good Salary + Allowances
✔ Respectful Defence Job
Preparation Strategy
Focus on:
- Daily practice of Maths & Reasoning
- Physical fitness (running important)
- Previous year papers
- Mock tests
The CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for 10th pass candidates to join the defence forces. With over 9,000+ vacancies, competition will be high, so start your preparation early and apply on time.