SSC Delhi Police Head Constable Ministerial Recruitment 2026
Staff Selection Commission has notified recruitment for Head Constable (Ministerial) posts in Delhi Police. This page summarizes the official notice data for dates, fee, vacancies, eligibility, exam stages, PE&MT and useful links.
About This Recruitment
SSC Delhi Police Head Constable Ministerial Recruitment is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission as an open competitive examination for Delhi Police. The post is a ministerial role, which means selected candidates are expected to support administrative, record, office, correspondence and computer-based work within the department. The official notice states that candidates from all parts of India are eligible to apply, making this a national-level opportunity for 10+2 qualified candidates who also have the required typing skill.
The application process is online only through the SSC website. Candidates have to complete or use their One-Time Registration, fill the examination application, provide details carefully, follow photograph and signature rules, pay the fee if applicable and submit before the deadline. Because the recruitment is for a police department, candidates should also read the official standards related to physical endurance, measurement, document verification, medical examination and character verification before deciding to apply.
The selection flow is broader than a written test alone. SSC conducts the Computer Based Examination in English and Hindi, while Delhi Police conducts PE&MT and later skill-related stages. The notice lists Typing Test on Computer and Computer Formatting Test after the physical stage for eligible candidates. Final selection is prepared according to the rules, using the notified marks and qualifying stages. Applicants should therefore prepare for objective exam topics, typing speed, basic computer formatting and document readiness together instead of treating the recruitment as only a single exam form.
Recruitment Snapshot
Important Dates and Application Fee
Important Dates
- Notice Date29.09.2025
- Application Start29.09.2025
- Last Date20.10.2025 up to 23:00 hours
- Fee Payment Last Date21.10.2025 up to 23:00 hours
- Correction Window27.10.2025 to 29.10.2025
- CBE ScheduleDecember 2025 / January 2026
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWSRs. 100/-
- Women CandidatesExempted
- SC / ST / PwBD / Eligible ESMExempted
- Payment ModeBHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/Mastercard/Maestro/RuPay Debit Card
Age Limit
Age is counted as on 01.07.2025. The official notice states the normal age range as 18 to 25 years, with candidates born not before 02.07.2000 and not later than 01.07.2007.
| Category | Relaxation / Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deduction of military service rendered from actual age as on closing date |
| Departmental candidates | UR/EWS up to 40 years, OBC up to 43 years, SC/ST up to 45 years, subject to notice conditions |
| Widow / divorced / judicially separated women | UR/EWS up to 35 years, OBC up to 38 years, SC/ST up to 40 years |
| Sports relaxation | As per official notification rules for eligible sports candidates |
Vacancy Details
Total tentative vacancies: 509.
| Post / Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (Ministerial) - Male | 168 | 34 | 77 | 49 | 13 | 341 |
| Head Constable (Ministerial) - Female | 82 | 17 | 38 | 24 | 07 | 168 |
| Total | 250 | 51 | 115 | 73 | 20 | 509 |
PwBD reservation is included within open category vacancies: 07 male-side vacancies out of 295 open vacancies and 04 female-side vacancies out of 168 open vacancies, for eligible locomotor disability candidates as stated in the notice.
Eligibility and Qualification
- 10+2 Senior Secondary pass or equivalent qualification from a recognized board.
- English typing speed of 30 WPM or Hindi typing speed of 25 WPM.
- Essential qualification and professional typing requirement must be possessed as per the closing date and rules in the official notification.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination conducted by SSC.
- Physical Endurance and Measurement Test conducted by Delhi Police.
- Typing Test on Computer for candidates qualifying PE&MT and eligible PwBD candidates as per rules.
- Computer Formatting Test on MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel, qualifying in nature.
- Document Verification and checking of original certificates.
- Police verification of character and antecedents and Medical Examination of finally selected candidates.
- Final merit is prepared as per official rules using CBE marks, Typing Test marks and applicable incentive or bonus marks.
Exam Pattern
The Computer Based Examination is an objective-type paper of 90 minutes, containing 100 questions for 100 marks. Negative marking is 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. The paper is conducted in Hindi and English only.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Part B | Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill) | 20 | 20 |
| Part C | General Intelligence | 25 | 25 |
| Part D | English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 25 |
| Part E | Computer Fundamentals, MS Excel, MS Word, Communication, Internet, WWW and Web Browsers | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
Physical Standards and PE&MT
| Candidate Group | Race | Long Jump | High Jump |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male up to 30 years | 1600 meters in 7 minutes | 12 ft 6 in | 3 ft 6 in |
| Male above 30 to 40 years | 1600 meters in 8 minutes | 11 ft 6 in | 3 ft 3 in |
| Male above 40 years | 1600 meters in 9 minutes | 10 ft 6 in | 3 ft |
| Female up to 30 years | 800 meters in 5 minutes | 9 ft | 3 ft |
| Female above 30 to 40 years | 800 meters in 6 minutes | 8 ft | 2 ft 6 in |
| Female above 40 years | 800 meters in 7 minutes | 7 ft | 2 ft 3 in |
| Candidate Group | Height | Chest | Relaxation Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 165 cms | 78-82 cms with minimum 4 cms expansion | Height and chest relaxable by 5 cms for eligible hill-area candidates, ST candidates and eligible sons of Delhi Police personnel / MTS as per notice. |
| Female | 157 cms | Not applicable | Height relaxable by 5 cms for eligible hill-area candidates and SC/ST candidates as per notice. |
PwBD candidates mentioned in the notice are exempted from PE&MT but must appear for document verification and other applicable stages.
Salary and Benefits
- Pay Matrix: Level-4.
- Pay scale: Rs. 25500-81100.
- Post group: Group C.
- Benefits and service conditions apply as per Delhi Police / Government rules.
Documents Required
- Recent photograph.
- Signature.
- 10th certificate for date of birth.
- 10+2 certificate / marksheet.
- Valid photo ID.
- Category certificate, if applicable.
- EWS / OBC / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM certificate, if applicable.
- Departmental or service certificate, if applicable.
- Hill-area, sports, ward or NOC certificates where applicable.
- Other documents mentioned in the official notification.
How to Apply
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
- Complete One-Time Registration or log in with existing credentials on the new SSC website.
- Select Head Constable (Ministerial) in Delhi Police Examination under live examinations.
- Fill personal, educational, category, typing-medium and other required details carefully.
- Upload or capture photograph and signature as per SSC rules.
- Pay the application fee online if not exempted.
- Preview the form, check every field and submit before the last date.
- Save and print the submitted application for future reference.
Why Apply For This Recruitment
This recruitment can suit candidates looking for a 10+2 level entry into government service with a recognized department. The Head Constable (Ministerial) role is administrative rather than purely field-based, so it may appeal to candidates who are comfortable with office work, records, typing and computer formatting tasks. Pay Level 4 gives a structured government pay matrix, and the selection process rewards a mix of exam preparation, typing ability and document readiness. Candidates with steady typing practice and basic computer confidence can align their preparation directly with the official stages.
Candidate Tools
Some Useful Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply through SSC official website |
| Download Official Notification | Download SSC Delhi Police Head Constable Ministerial notification PDF |
| Official SSC Website | Visit Staff Selection Commission website |
| Delhi Police Official Website | Visit Delhi Police official website |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SSC Delhi Police Head Constable Ministerial Recruitment 2026?
It is an SSC conducted recruitment examination for Head Constable (Ministerial) posts in Delhi Police.
What is the last date?
The official notice gives 20 October 2025 up to 23:00 hours as the last date and time for online application submission.
How many vacancies are available?
There are 509 tentative vacancies: 341 male posts and 168 female posts.
What is the qualification?
Candidates should be 10+2 Senior Secondary pass or equivalent from a recognized board.
What is the typing speed?
The required typing speed is 30 WPM in English or 25 WPM in Hindi.
What is the age limit?
The normal age limit is 18 to 25 years as on 01 July 2025, with relaxation as per notification.
What is the application fee?
The fee is Rs. 100 for non-exempted candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible ESM candidates are exempted.
What is the salary?
The pay matrix is Level-4, Rs. 25500-81100, Group C.
What is the selection process?
The stages include CBE, PE&MT, Typing Test, Computer Formatting Test, document verification, character verification and medical examination.
Where to apply online?
Candidates should apply online through the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
Disclaimer
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