Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
SSC GD Constable 2026: 25,487 Vacancies | Result & Answer Key
Quick Information
| Post Name | Constable (General Duty) in BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles |
| Total Vacancies | 25,487 |
| Salary | Pay Level 3 under 7th Pay Commission. Basic pay: ₹21,700 per month. Estimated in-hand salary: Metro cities — ₹33,000–₹37,000; Tier II cities — ₹30,000–₹34,000; smaller towns — ₹27,000–₹31,000. Salary includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, Risk & Hardship Allowance (for field postings), and ration money. Additional benefits: Free uniform, armed forces canteen access (CSD), free medical treatment for self and family, railway concession, LTC, and pension under NPS. |
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Important Dates
| Start Date | 1 December 2025 |
| Last Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Exam Date | April 27 – May 30, 2026 (CBT completed) |
Selection Process
- 1**Stage 1 — Computer Based Test (CBT)** — Completed April 27–May 30
- 22026 Objective test. 80 questions
- 3160 marks
- 460 minutes. Four sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning (20Q
- 540 marks)
- 6General Knowledge & General Awareness (20Q
- 740 marks)
- 8Elementary Mathematics (20Q
- 940 marks)
- 10English/Hindi (20Q
- 1140 marks). Marking: +2 per correct answer
- 12-0.25 per wrong answer. Minimum qualifying marks: 35% for UR/EWS
- 1333% for OBC
- 1425% for SC/ST candidates. **Stage 2 — Physical Efficiency Test (PET)** — To be announced Males: Run 5 km in 24 minutes. Females: Run 1.6 km in 8 minutes 30 seconds. Ex-Servicemen exempted. PET is qualifying — pass/fail only. **Stage 3 — Physical Standard Test (PST)** — Conducted alongside PET Height and chest measurements verified against prescribed standards. Weight proportionate to height/age checked. **Stage 4 — Medical Examination** Vision 6/6 without glasses
- 15no colour blindness
- 16general fitness for armed force duties. **Stage 5 — Document Verification** Original certificates verified. Final merit list prepared state-wise and category-wise based on CBT marks.
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SSC GD Constable 2026 — Exam Done, Result & Answer Key Awaited
If you appeared for the SSC GD Constable 2026 exam, you're now in the waiting phase. The Computer Based Test (CBT) was conducted from April 27 to May 30, 2026 across various exam centres. As of now, the answer key has not been released yet — but it is expected shortly on the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
Here's everything you need to know about what happens next, along with complete recruitment details.
Current Status — What's Happening Right Now
| Stage | Status |
|---|---|
| Notification | Released December 1, 2025 |
| Application | Closed December 31, 2025 |
| CBT Exam | Completed (April 27 – May 30, 2026) |
| Answer Key | Awaited — expected June 2026 |
| CBT Result | Awaited — after answer key objection window |
| PET / PST | Schedule to be announced after result |
| Medical & DV | Final stage after PET/PST |
Keep checking ssc.gov.in regularly. SSC typically releases the answer key within 10–15 days of the last exam date.
Vacancies — Force-wise Breakdown
Total vacancies: 25,487 (23,467 male + 2,020 female)
| Force | Posts |
|---|---|
| CISF (Central Industrial Security Force) | 14,595 |
| CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) | 5,490 |
| BSF (Border Security Force) | To be confirmed |
| ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) | To be confirmed |
| SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal) | To be confirmed |
| SSF (Secretariat Security Force) | To be confirmed |
| Assam Rifles (Rifleman GD) | To be confirmed |
CISF alone has over half the total vacancies — it is by far the biggest recruiter in this batch.
Eligibility
Educational Qualification Class 10 pass (Matriculation) from any recognised board. That's all. No higher qualification is required.
Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026) Minimum 18 years — Maximum 23 years
| Category | Age Relaxation | Upper Age |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years | 28 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years | 26 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years (after service) | — |
Physical Standards
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 170 cm (165 cm for hill/ST/NE) | 157 cm (relaxed for hill/ST/NE) |
| Chest | 80 cm (unexpanded) / 85 cm (expanded) | Not applicable |
| Weight | Proportionate to height | Proportionate to height |
| Vision | 6/6 both eyes without glasses | 6/6 both eyes without glasses |
Salary
SSC GD Constable falls under Pay Level 3 of the 7th Pay Commission.
- Basic Pay: ₹21,700 per month
- In-hand salary (estimated): ₹30,000–₹37,000 depending on posting city
- Allowances: DA, HRA (8–24% based on city), Transport Allowance, Risk & Hardship Allowance for field postings
- Other benefits: Free uniform, CSD canteen access, free medical for self and family, LTC, railway travel concession, NPS pension
Exam Pattern (CBT)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| English / Hindi | 20 | 40 |
| Total | 80 | 160 |
Duration: 60 minutes Marking: +2 per correct answer, -0.25 per wrong answer Minimum qualifying marks: 35% (UR/EWS), 33% (OBC), 25% (SC/ST)
Expected Cut-off 2026
Based on the difficulty level of this year's exam and previous year trends, the expected cut-off for CBT is:
| Category | Expected Cut-off (out of 160) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 148–155 |
| OBC | 140–148 |
| SC | 125–135 |
| ST | 110–125 |
These are estimates based on analysis by coaching institutes — the official cut-off will be released with the result on ssc.gov.in.
What Happens After the Answer Key?
- Tentative Answer Key released on ssc.gov.in with response sheets
- Candidates can raise objections against wrong answers (within the window, usually 3–5 days, with a fee per objection)
- SSC reviews objections and releases the Final Answer Key
- CBT Result declared — shortlisted candidates called for PET/PST
- PET/PST conducted at designated centres (state-wise)
- Medical Examination for candidates who clear PET/PST
- Document Verification — final merit list prepared
How to Check Answer Key & Result (When Released)
- Go to ssc.gov.in
- Click on 'Result' or 'Answer Key' section
- Look for 'Constable (GD) Examination 2025'
- Login with your Registration Number and Password / Date of Birth
- Download your response sheet and compare with the answer key
Selection Process Summary
Step 1 → CBT (done — result awaited) Step 2 → PET: Male 5 km in 24 min, Female 1.6 km in 8.5 min Step 3 → PST: Height, chest, weight check Step 4 → Medical examination Step 5 → Document verification → Final merit list
Quick Links
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
- Check Result / Answer Key: ssc.gov.in
- SSC Login Portal: ssc.gov.in/home/apply