The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has released the Constable Recruitment 2026 notification for 800+ vacancies. This is a great opportunity for candidates who want to join the defence sector and secure a Central Government job.
If you are 10th pass or ITI qualified, this is your chance to build a stable and respected career.
Important Dates
Notification Release: April 2026
Application Start Date: April 2026
Last Date to Apply: 20 April 2026
Exam Date: May–June 2026 (Expected)
Vacancy Details
Post Name: Constable (GD / Tradesman)
Total Vacancies: 800+
Department: SSB (Ministry of Home Affairs)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
General Duty (GD): 10th Pass
Tradesman Posts: 10th Pass + ITI / relevant trade
Trades may include:
Cook
Barber
Washerman
Safaiwala
Tailor
Carpenter
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
DA
HRA
Medical Benefits
Risk Allowance
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in the following stages:
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Written Exam (CBT)
Trade Test (for tradesman posts)
Medical Examination
Document Verification
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 Only):
80 cm (expanded 85 cm)
Relaxation applicable for reserved categories
Exam Pattern (Written Test)
Mode: Computer-Based Test
Questions: 80
Marks: 160
Time: 60 minutes
Subjects:
General Intelligence & Reasoning
General Knowledge
Mathematics
Hindi / English
Syllabus (Important Topics)
Maths
Percentage
Ratio & Proportion
Profit & Loss
Time & Work
Simple Interest
Reasoning
Coding-Decoding
Analogy
Series
Direction
Blood Relation
GK / GS
Current Affairs
Indian History
Geography
Polity
Science
How to Apply
1.Visit official SSB
2. recruitment website
3. Register with mobile/email
4. Fill application form
Upload documents
5. Pay fee (if applicable)
6. Submit and print application
Application Fee
General / OBC: ₹100 (Expected)
SC / ST / Female: Free
Why You Should Apply?
Central Government Defence Job
Job Security
Respect & Uniform Service
Career Growth Opportunities
Preparation Strategy
Follow these tips:
1. Daily running practice (very important)
2. Focus on Maths & Reasoning basics
3. Solve previous year papers
4. Stay updated with current affairs
The SSB Constable Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for 10th pass and ITI candidates to join the defence forces. With 800+ vacancies, competition will be high, so apply before the last date and start your preparation immediately.