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Key Takeaways:

  1. Total Vacancies & New Dates: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced a massive 25,487 vacancies for the SSC GD 2026 recruitment. The online application window closed on 31st December 2025. While the exams were originally scheduled for February, the latest SSC GD 2026 Exam Date Out updates confirm that the computer-based exam has been postponed and is now expected to be conducted between April and May 2026.

  2. Selection Process: The selection is straightforward but rigorous. You first need to pass the Computer-Based Exam (CBE). Qualifiers will move on to the Physical Efficiency & Standard Tests (PET/PST - Running & Height/Chest measurements), followed by a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). You must be a 10th pass and between 18 to 23 years of age.

  3. Salary & Growth: The job offers immense respect, security, and a highly attractive salary package. Placed under Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 to ₹69,100), your starting gross salary with allowances (DA, HRA, TA) will easily range between ₹35,000 to ₹40,000 per month.

SSC GD Notification

If you are one of the lakhs of candidates eagerly preparing to join India's paramilitary forces like the BSF, CISF, and CRPF, you need to pay close attention to the latest announcements.

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) had originally scheduled the Constable (General Duty) exams to begin on 23rd February 2026. However, due to administrative reasons, the commission released an official notice postponing the exam. Now, aspirants are constantly searching for the SSC GD 2026 Exam Date Out updates. According to the most recent information, the revised Computer-Based Examination (CBE) is highly expected to be held in April 2026.

With a total of 25,487 vacancies up for grabs, this delay gives you a golden opportunity to perfect your preparation. Below is the completely updated, step-by-step guide detailing the new exam schedule, syllabus, physical requirements, and salary structure.

Download Official SSC GD Postponement & Exam Notice PDF Here

Download SSC GD Notification 2026 PDF

SSC GD Exam Highlights

Organisation

Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

Post Name

Constable (General Duty) & Rifleman

Exam Name

SSC GD Constable 2025-26

Vacancy

25,487

Revised Exam Dates

April - May 2026 (Expected)

Participating Forces

BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, SSF

Exam Mode

Online (Computer-Based Test)

Recruitment Process

Computer Exam, Physical Test (PET/PST), Medical Exam

Salary

Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100)

Official Website

ssc.gov.in

Practice A Free Mock Test Of SSC GD Constable

SSC GD 2026 Exam Dates (Revised Schedule)

The SSC has officially deferred the February exams. Candidates should keep a close watch on the official website, as the new SSC GD 2026 Exam Date Out notice will be published very soon. Here is the updated timeline of events:

Events

SSC GD Exam Dates

Notification Release Date

1st December 2025

Online Application Dates

1st to 31st December 2025

Old Exam Dates

23rd February 2026

Online Examination (CBE)

23rd February 2026 Onwards

New Online Examination (CBE) April - May 2026 (To Be Announced)

SSC GD Vacancy 2026

This year, the SSC has released a bumper 25,487 vacancies for both male and female candidates. The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has the highest number of openings this year, making it a prime choice for many.

 

Latest Vacancies Table

Here, we have provided the post-wise vacancy details.

Force

Vacancies

BSF (Border Security Force)

616

CISF (Central Industrial Security Force)

14,595

CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force)

5,490

SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal)

1,764

ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police)

1,293

AR (Assam Rifles)

1,706

SSF (Secretariat Security Force)

23

Total Vacancies

25,487

SSC GD Eligibility Criteria (Educational Qualification, Age Limit)

To apply for this exam, you must meet two basic rules: your age and your education. Here, we have provided detailed eligibility criteria.

Criteria

Requirement

Educational Qualification

You must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized board.

Age Limit

18 to 23 Years (as on 1st January 2026).

SSC GD Upper Age Relaxation

Category

Age Relaxation

OBC

3 years

ST/SC

5 years

Ex-Servicemen

3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.

Children and dependent of victims KILLED in the 1984 riots OR communal riots of 2002 in Gujarat (GEN)

5 years

Children and dependent of victims KILLED in the 1984 riots OR communal riots of 2002 in Gujarat (OBC)

8 years

Children and dependent of victims KILLED in the 1984 riots OR communal riots of 2002 in Gujarat (SC/ST)

10 years

SSC GD Application Form Fees

Category

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS

₹100

SC / ST / All Women / Ex-Servicemen

Free (₹0)

SSC GD Exam Pattern

SSC GD 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 and 40 marks. You will get a total of 60 minutes to attempt the exam.

Subject

Questions

Marks

Time

Reasoning

20

40

60 Minutes (Combined)

GK & Awareness

20

40

Mathematics

20

40

English / Hindi

20

40

Total

80

160

(Note: There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.)

SSC GD Syllabus

The syllabus is divided into four main subjects. You need to prepare topics from 10th-standard books. The questions will be based on basic concepts. You don't need to study high-level theories. Just a little systematic practice is enough to pass the exam.

General Intelligence & Reasoning

General Knowledge & Awareness

Elementary Mathematics

English / Hindi

Analogies

Sports

Number Systems

Vocabulary (Synonyms & Antonyms) / पर्यायवाची, विलोम

Similarities & Differences

History

Computation of Whole Numbers

Grammar & Error Spotting / व्याकरण

Spatial Visualization

Culture

Decimals & Fractions

Sentence Structure / वाक्य रचना

Spatial Orientation

Geography

Relationship between Numbers

Reading Comprehension / अपठित गद्यांश

Visual Memory

Economic Scene

Fundamental Arithmetical Operations

Spellings & One Word Substitution / एक शब्द

Discrimination

General Polity

Percentages

Phrase & Idioms / मुहावरे

Observation

Indian Constitution

Ratio & Proportion

Cloze Test / रिक्त स्थान

Relationship Concepts

Scientific Research

Averages

Sandhi & Samas / संधि, समास

Arithmetical Reasoning

Interest

Prefix & Suffix / उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय

Arithmetic Number Series

Profit & Loss

Sentence Correction / वाक्य-शुद्धि

Non-Verbal Series

Discount

Verb Usage / क्रिया

Figural Classification

Mensuration

Coding & Decoding

Time & Distance

Time & Work

SSC GD Salary

The job offers financial stability. You will be paid under Pay Level-3. The basic pay is ₹21,700, but after adding allowances like HRA and DA, your gross salary will be around ₹35,000 to ₹40,000 per month.

Earnings

Gross Amount

Basic Pay

Rs. 21,700

Pay Level

Pay Level-3 (Rs. 21,700-69,100) for BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSF, SSB, and Riflemen.

Transport Allowance

Rs. 1,224

House Rent Allowance

Rs. 2,538

Dearness Allowance

Rs. 434

Total Earnings

Rs. 25,896

Net Earnings

Rs. 23,527

SSC GD Admit Card & City Intimation

Since the exam has been postponed, the SSC will first release an Exam City Intimation Slip roughly 8 to 10 days before the new exam date. This will help you arrange your travel. The actual SSC GD Admit Card 2026, which acts as your official entry pass, will be available to download 3 to 4 days before your specific exam shift.

SSC GD Result & Physical Test

Once the written exams conclude, SSC will release the provisional answer keys followed by the final results. Candidates who clear the cut-off will be called for the PET (Physical Efficiency Test), which includes a 5 km run for males (in 24 minutes) and a 1.6 km run for females (in 8.5 minutes).

SSC GD Preparation Tips

  • Stick to One Book: Don't confuse yourself with too many materials. Finish one standard book properly.
  • Practice Mock Tests: Speed is key. Solve one mock test every day to improve your timing.
  • Focus on Math & Reasoning: These are scoring subjects. Full marks are possible here.
  • Read Daily News: Spend 15 minutes on current affairs for the GK section.
  • Start Running: Don't wait for the written result. Start jogging daily to build stamina for the 5km run.

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