The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced that applications for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026 will begin in November 2025. The notification will be released soon for candidates who have completed 10th/Matriculation from a recognized board. Interested candidates are advised to start preparing early to secure a position in this prestigious government job.
Eligibility Criteria for SSC GD Constable 2026
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed 10th/Matriculation from a recognized board or institution.
Age Limit: Applicants should be between 18 and 23 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years.
Physical Standards
SSC GD Constable posts require minimum physical requirements to ensure candidates can handle the demands of the job:
- Male candidates: Minimum height of 170 cm
- Female candidates: Minimum height of 157 cm
- Reserved category and regional candidates are eligible for relaxation as per rules.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of three stages:
1. Written Examination
- Conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- 80 questions to be answered in 60 minutes
- Sections include:
- General Intelligence and Reasoning – 20 questions
- General Knowledge and Awareness – 20 questions
- Elementary Mathematics – 20 questions
- English/Hindi – 20 questions
- Marking Scheme: +2 for correct answers, -0.25 for incorrect answers
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates who clear the written exam qualify for the PET. Requirements:
- Male candidates: 5 km run in 24 minutes
- Female candidates: 1.6 km run in 8.5 minutes
3. Medical Examination and Document Verification
Candidates clearing the PET will proceed to medical examination and document verification before final selection.
Preparation Tips and Updates
Candidates should start preparing for the SSC GD Constable 2026 exam immediately to strengthen weak areas in reasoning, general knowledge, mathematics, and language skills. Physical fitness preparation is equally important to clear the PET. All updates regarding vacancy details, official notification, and application link will be available on the official SSC website once released in November 2025. Aspirants are advised to rely only on official sources for accurate information.
