SSB Constable Recruitment 2026

About This Recruitment

The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Constable Recruitment 2026 is intended to fill Group 'C' Non-Gazetted, Combatised positions within the military infrastructure of the force. Eligible male and female candidates can compete for positions varying from highly specialized roles like Veterinary assistants and heavy motor drivers to traditional support trades like Carpenters, Tailors, Gardeners, and Cook/Water Carriers. It offers a structured pathway into the Central Armed Police Forces for matriculate level aspirants.

This recruitment gives a distinct opportunity to serve anywhere across India or even beyond national borders under the structural framework of the SSB Act and operational guidelines. Applications are handled via a strict digital screening process, and submissions made offline are completely dismissed. Aspirants must track multi-phased rigorous evaluations ranging from continuous run tracking to skill demonstration to enter the final merit listings.

Understanding the balance between educational prerequisites and structural trade knowledge is vital. Certain profiles require direct experience certification or vocational ITI diplomas alongside general academic credentials. Aspirants should consult the verified summary parameters on this page to analyze which category perfectly complements their skills before initiating formal portal registration.

Recruitment Snapshot

Important Dates and Application Fee

Age Limit

The crucial date to determine age bounds and individual parameters aligns strictly with the official online closing window. Age structures vary per position:

Vacancy Details

A grand collective count of 827 vacancies is distributed across the specified trade matrices. Below is the category breakdown:

* Note: 10% of total vacancies are strictly reserved for Ex-Servicemen. Multi-skilled individuals will receive prioritized preference during evaluations.

Eligibility and Qualification

• Constable (Driver): Matriculation (10th) passed from a recognized board along with a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License.
• Constable (Veterinary): 10th Class passed with Science as a core subject, coupled with 1 year of formal work experience in an animal treatment framework at a recognized Veterinary Hospital.
• Constable (Tradesmen - Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter, Carpenter): Matriculation or equivalent with either 2 years trade experience OR 1 year ITI/Vocational certificate with 1 year experience OR 2 years ITI Diploma in the specific trade. Must clear the trade test.
• Constable (Nursing Orderly): 10th pass with a valid First Aid Certificate from St. John's Ambulance Organisation or Red Cross Society of India, and 1 year experience as a Nursing Orderly in a minimum 50-bedded hospital.

Selection Process

1. Stage I: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST): Evaluates physical efficiency metrics via scheduled runs and measures critical structural metrics like height and chest. Ex-servicemen are exempted from the running stage.
2. Stage II: Written Examination: A 100-mark objective Computer Based Test (CBT) covering key evaluation fields. Final merit relies completely on written test marks.
3. Stage III: Documentation & Skill/Trade Test: Verification of educational claims up to 20 times the vacancy count. Includes a mandatory 50-mark qualifying skill demonstration.
4. Stage IV: Medical Review: Multi-layered Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME) to confirm mental and clinical fitness.

Exam Pattern

Qualified candidates from the physical stages proceed to the Written Test matrix. The evaluation spans a 2-hour duration consisting of objective multiple-choice parameters:

Physical Standards & Endurance Metrics

Physical measurement parameters specify essential thresholds for clearing Stage I tests:

* Note: Detailed relaxation frameworks apply to hill tribes, North Eastern states, Gorkhas, and localized security clusters as detailed in the official bulletin. Weight must remain proportional to height and age indices.

Salary and Benefits

• Pay Scale Hierarchy: Assigned Pay Matrix Level-3 (Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100).
• Additional Admissible Allowances: Entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), Ration Money Allowance, House Rent Allowance (HRA), and auxiliary field allowances.
• Pension Frameworks: Regulated under the Defined Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS) or the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) depending upon recruitment dates and institutional updates.

Documents Required

• Scanned high-resolution copy of clear passport photo (White background, 75% face space, size 4KB to 12KB).
• Scanned signature image (Dark blue or black ink, clear background, size 4KB to 12KB).
• 10th Class Matriculation Certificate displaying valid Date of Birth.
• Technical certifications, Heavy Driving License, ITI Diplomas or Hospital Work Experience sheets matching the selected trade.
• Valid Category/Caste Certificates (OBC Non-Creamy layer status secured within 3 years or standard SC/ST formats).
• Valid Income & Asset Certificate for EWS candidates (Valid for 2026-2027 period).

How to Apply

1. Navigate to the verified operational link at applyssb.com/SSB_CT_25/applicationIndex.
2. Read instructions carefully and fill in your primary details matching your Matriculation records exactly.
3. Select your target trade code. Remember, a candidate can apply for only one post.
4. Provide a working Mobile Number and Email ID to receive registration updates.
5. Upload your photo and signature assets matching resolution rules.
6. Process your online exam fee payment (Rs. 100/-) via net banking or credit/debit card streams if applicable.
7. Verify your entries using the "Edit Details" option before finalizing submission. Print out the final system-generated acknowledgement.

Why Apply For This Recruitment

Securing a position with the Sashastra Seema Bal ensures a stable, distinguished career inside a premier security framework of the Union. Beyond stable compensation structures in Pay Level 3, it offers comprehensive medical coverage, specialized technical training, and distinct allowances. For individuals with niche technical certificates or industrial experiences, it converts physical fitness and vocational skills directly into a reliable government career pathway.

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