SSC GD 2026 Notification Out for 25487 Posts, Check Latest Information

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the most-awaited SSC GD 2026 Notification on its website (ssc.gov.in) on December 1, 2026. This is a call to all candidates who want to join the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) as Constables or Riflemen in the BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, SSF, and NCB. The application link is now active, and this year brings a massive opportunity for Class 10th pass candidates. Read this blog carefully to check the latest important dates and all the key details you need to apply correctly.

SSC GD 2026 Notification Overview

SSC will conduct the SSC GD 2026 exam to recruit candidates for the various GD posts in multiple departments. It is a national-level exam. Below, we have provided the important details related to SSC GD 2026 notification in a table format.

SSC GD 2026 Important Dates

This table lists all the important dates for the SSC GD 2026 application process. Make sure you mark these on your calendar.

SSC GD 2026 Vacancy

The SSC has announced a total of 25,487 vacancies for the GD Constable and Rifleman posts across various forces. The highest number of posts this year is in the CISF.

SSC GD 2026 Eligibility and Fee

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed the Matriculation or 10th Class Examination from a recognized Board/University as of 01st January 2026.

2. Age Limit (as of 01.01.2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 23 years
• Age Relaxation is given to reserved categories (SC/ST get 5 years, OBC gets 3 years, etc.) as per government rules.

3. Application Fee

• Women (all categories), SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen: Nil (Exempted)
• General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100/-

SSC GD 2026 Apply Online Link

Candidates who are eligible and wish to appear for the exam must fill out the SSC GD 2026 application form. Below is the direct link to the application form. Those interested are strongly advised first to check their eligibility criteria and all information related to this recruitment, then click the link.

Steps To Apply Online for SSC GD 2026 Application Form

Applications must be submitted in online mode at the official website of the Commission, i.e., www.ssc.gov.in

 One Time Registration (OTR)

1. Visit the official page of SSC (www.ssc.gov.in)
2. Click on ‘Login or Register’ and then click on ‘Register Now’
3. Click on ‘Continue’ and fill in the details to complete the OTR
4. Note down the Registration Number and Password for future reference.

Registration Process

1. Visit the official website of the Staff Selection Commission.
2. If you are a new candidate, complete the one-time registration process. (provided above)
3. Log in using the username and password created during the registration process.
4. Click on the ‘Apply’ tab presented under quick links.
5. Choose ‘SSC GD Constable’ from the list and click on the ‘Apply Online’ link.
6. Fill in all details like age, father’s name, date of birth, category, educational qualification, etc.
7. Upload the scanned photograph and signature.
8. Preview the form, pay the exam fee (Rs. 100 for general and OBC candidates, reserved category candidates are exempted), and finally submit the form.

SSC GD 2026 Selection Process

The SSC GD 2026 Selection Process consists of four stages: Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and the Medical Test. Candidates who will clear the last round, which is a medical test, will have to appear for the document verification. All stages are qualifying stages that candidates need to clear.

Stage 1- Written examination (Computer-Based)

Stage 2- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Stage 3- Physical Standard Test (PST)

Stage 4- Medical Test

SSC GD Exam Pattern

Before preparing for the exam, understanding the SSC GD Exam Pattern is essential. The SSC GD 2026 Exam consists of four sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi. Each section consists of 20 questions. There are 80 questions in the exam that candidates are required to attempt in 60 minutes.

Note:

• All questions will be of Objective Multiple Choice Type. The computer-based examination will be conducted in English and Hindi only.
• There will be a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer. Candidates are, therefore, advised to keep this in mind while answering the questions.

SSC GD Constable 2026 Physical Efficiency Test

Candidates who will clear Paper 1 will be eligible to appear for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The efficiency will be measured by the race. There is a limit set for candidates who belong to the Ladakh region and for candidates who don’t belong to the Ladakh region.

SSC GD Constable 2026 Physical Standard Test

The SSC conducts the SSC GD Constable 2026 Physical Standard Test to examine the candidates’ physical ability. Candidates will be examined for both chest (only males) and height. Candidates who meet the requirements will go for the medical examination. Below, we have provided the physical standards set:

Documents Required For SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam

For the online application, candidates are required to upload certain important documents during SSC GD 2026 form filling. Below are the details of those documents. Candidates are advised to check all the documents before applying online.

Documents Required for SSC GD 2026 Application Form

SSC GD Syllabus

The SSC has provided the detailed SSC GD Syllabus in its official notification. The syllabus consists of four sections. Understanding the syllabus is very important for developing a proper strategy and study plan. It helps candidates identify their weak areas in topics so that they can later focus on them.

• General Awareness
• English/Hindi
• Elementary Mathematics
• General Intelligence and Reasoning

SSC GD Salary

The initial salary of an SSC GD (General Duty) Constable is Rs 23,527 per month. The basic pay is between 21,700 to 69,100. Successful candidates will also enjoy dearness allowance, house rent allowance, transport allowance, medical facilities, pension scheme, annual paid leaves, etc. Below, we have provided the detailed SSC GD Salary in table format.

SSC GD 2026 Job Profile

Below is the list of posts to be recruited through SSC GD recruitment process:

1. Constable GD in Border Security Force
2. Constable GD in Border Security Force (BSF)
3. Constable GD in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
4. Constable GD in Indo Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP)
5. Constable GD in Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
6. Constable GD in Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
7. Constable GD in Secretariat Security Force (SSF)
8. Constable GD in National Investigation Agency (NIA)
9. Rifleman GD in Assam Rifles – AR

SSC GD Cut Off 2025, Check Previous Year Cut off

The SSC will release the SSC GD 2026 Cut Off after the results are declared. Below, we have provided the previous year’s cut-off to give an idea of the SSC GD cut-off marks.

SSC GD 2026 Notification: FAQs

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