Highlights of SSC GD 2026

SSC GD Vacancy 2026 – Force-Wise Breakdown

(Vacancies are tentative and may change.)

Eligibility Criteria for SSC GD 2026

1. Educational Qualification (As on 01-01-2026)

• Must have passed 10th Class/Matriculation from a recognized board

• 2. Age Limit (As on 01-01-2026)

• Minimum: 18 years

• Maximum: 23 years

• Must be born between:
  02-01-2003 to 01-01-2008

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: +5 years

• OBC: +3 years

• Ex-Servicemen: +3 years after service deduction

• 1984 Riot Victims: +5 to +10 years (category-wise)

Physical Standards (PST)

Height

Chest (Male Only)

Height/Chest relaxation is available for North-East, Gorkhas, Hills, LWE regions etc.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

SSC GD Selection Process 2026

Selection includes four major stages:

1. Computer Based Examination (CBE)

• 80 Questions – 160 Marks

• 60 Minutes

• Negative marking: 0.25

2. PET (Race Test)

3. PST (Height/Chest/Weight)

4. Medical Examination & Document Verification

Final merit = CBE marks + NCC bonus marks (if applicable)

How to Apply Online for SSC GD 2026

Step-by-Step Instructions (from official PDF):

1. Visit the new SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in

2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).

3. Application captures a Live Photograph (no pre-upload allowed).

4. Fill Force Preferences – all 7 forces must be selected.

5. Pay the application fee (if applicable).

6. Submit the form and take a printout.

Application Fees

Payment Mode: Online only (UPI / Net Banking / Cards)

Important Dates

Conclusion

SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest opportunities for 10th-pass aspirants looking for government jobs in forces like BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, Assam Rifles, and SSF. With 25,487 vacancies, this is the perfect time to apply and begin your career in uniformed services.

Make sure to apply before 31 December 2025 and prepare well for the written test and physical tests.