SSC GD Recruitment 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC GD Recruitment 2026 Notification (applicable for the 2025 recruitment cycle) for the posts of Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles.
This is one of India’s biggest defence recruitment drives and offers 25,487 vacancies across forces like BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, AR, and SSF. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before 31.12.2025.
Overview of SSC GD Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 (Cycle 2025) |
| Posts | Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF & Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles |
| Total Vacancies | 25,487 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Dates | 01.12.2025 to 31.12.2025 (23:00) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Exam (CBE) |
| Age Limit | 18–23 years as on 01.01.2026 |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Salary | Pay Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
SSC GD Recruitment 2025: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 01 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 December 2025 (23:00) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 01 January 2026 (23:00) |
| Correction Window | 08–10 January 2026 (23:00) |
| SSC GD Exam Date 2025-26 | February – April 2026 (Tentative) |
SSC GD Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details
(Force-wise & gender-wise vacancies)
| 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 | 1,556 | 150 | 1,706 |
| SSF | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| Grand Total | — | — | 25,487 |
The vacancies are Tentative. Vacancies in detail (state-wise, force-wise, gender-wise category-wise etc.) are available on the website of the Commission (https://ssc.gov.in> For Candidates > Tentative Vacancy). Any change in the number of vacancies will be intimated through the website of the Commission
SSC GD Recruitment 2025: Educational Qualification (As on 01.01.2026)
- Candidate must have passed 10th/Matriculation from a recognized board.
- Candidates who have not acquired the qualification before 01.01.2026 are not eligible.
- Distance learning degrees are valid only if approved by the UGC.
- NCC candidates get bonus marks:
- NCC C: +5%
- NCC B: +3%
- NCC A: +2%
SSC GD 2025: Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 23 years
- Born between: 02.01.2003 to 01.01.2008
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years (after deducting service) |
| Victims of 1984 Riots (UR/EWS) | 5 years |
| Victims of 1984 Riots (OBC) | 8 years |
| Victims of 1984 Riots (SC/ST) | 10 years |
SSC GD 2025: Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC/ST | Exempted |
| Women | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen Eligible for Reservation | Exempted |
Payment Mode: UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards.
Salary – SSC GD Constable 2025
- Pay Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100)
- Additional allowances as per CAPF norms.
SSC GD 2025: Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination (CBE)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Medical Examination (DME/RME)
- Document Verification (DV)
Exam Pattern – SSC GD 2025
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 | |
| B | General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20 | 40 | |
| C | Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 | |
| D | English/Hindi | 20 | 40 | 60 minutes |
- Total Marks: 160
- Negative Marking: 0.25 for each wrong answer
- Level: Matriculation
Examination Centre In Kerala : SSC GD Recruitment 2025
- Kannur (9202)
- Alappuzha (9201)
- Ernakulam (9213)
- Kollam (9210)
- Kottayam (9205)
- Kozhikode (9206)
- Malappuram (9207)
- Thiruvananthapuram (9211)
- Thrissur (9212)
SSC GD 2025: PET Requirements
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Race (General Candidates) | 5 km in 24 min | 1.6 km in 8.5 min |
| Race (Ladakh Region) | 1.6 km in 7 min | 800m in 5 min |
SSC GD Physical Eligibility Standards
Height
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| ST | 162.5 | 150 |
| NE States ST | 157 | 147.5 |
| Other relaxations | As per notification |
Chest (Male Only)
- Unexpanded: 80 cm
- Expanded: +5 cm
Relaxations apply as per category.
Documents Required for SSC GD 2025
- 10th Certificate & Marksheet
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- NCC Certificate (if applicable)
- Identity Proof
- Ex-servicemen documents (if applicable)
How to Apply for SSC GD Recruitment 2025
- Visit https://ssc.gov.in
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Login and select SSC GD 2025 Application Form
- Capture live photograph (as required by SSC)
- Upload signature
- Fill personal, educational, and communication details
- Pay fee (if applicable)
- Submit application and take a printout
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FAQ
What is the SSC GD recruitment 2025 age limit?
18–23 years as on 01 January 2026.
What is the exam date of SSC GD 2025?
February to April 2026 (tentative).
How many vacancies are there in SSC GD 2025?
25,487 vacancies.
What is the educational qualification for SSC GD?
10th pass (Matriculation).
