The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially deferred the GD Constable Examination 2026, originally scheduled to begin on 23 February 2026. Candidates appearing for Constable (GD) in CAPFs and SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles should refer to the official notice on ssc.gov.in for updates. The commission has confirmed that the slot selection facility will not be available for this examination. Candidates can expect to view their exam city details approximately 8–10 days before the rescheduled exam, while admit cards will be released 2–3 days prior to the test.
SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern 2026
The Computer-Based Examination (CBE) will consist of:
- Total Questions: 80 objective-type questions
- Marking Scheme: 2 marks per question, with 0.25 negative marking for incorrect answers
- Sections:
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- General Knowledge and General Awareness
- Elementary Mathematics
- English/Hindi
All questions will be multiple-choice, and the exam will be conducted in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages, including Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Keep track of ssc.gov.in for the official rescheduled exam dates.
- Ensure thorough preparation in all four sections of the exam.
- Be mindful of negative marking while attempting questions.
- Carry the admit card and valid photo ID to the exam centre once released.
Candidates are advised to continue exam preparation and monitor updates to avoid missing official announcements regarding the new exam schedule.