Brief Description
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) announced the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025, offering 39,481 vacancies across Central Armed Police Forces. Positions include Constable (General Duty) in CAPFs and SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles, and Sepoy in NCB. The selection process involves a Computer-Based Examination, Physical Tests, Medical Examination, and Document Verification. Eligible candidates aged 18-23 can apply online from September 5 to October 14, 2024. The exam is scheduled for January-February 2025. Salaries range from ₹18,000-₹56,900 (Level-1) for NCB Sepoy to ₹21,700-₹69,100 (Level-3) for other posts. This recruitment drive presents a significant opportunity for those aspiring to join India’s security forces. Don’t miss this chance to serve the nation – apply now!
Job Summary
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Name of the Post | Constable (GD), Rifleman (GD), Sepoy |
| Advt. No. | F. No. HQ-C-3007/12/2024-C-3 |
| No. of Post | 39,481 |
| Selection Method | CBE, PST, PET, Medical Exam, Document Verification |
| Salary | Level-1: ₹18,000-₹56,900 (Sepoy in NCB) Level-3: ₹21,700-₹69,100 (other posts) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
The SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025 offers a total of 39,481 vacancies across various forces:
Border Security Force (BSF): 15,654
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): 7,145
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF): 11,541
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB): 819
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP): 3,017
Assam Rifles (AR): 1,248
Secretariat Security Force (SSF): 35
Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB): 22
Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Force | Category | Male Vacancies | Female Vacancies | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | SC | 2,018 | 356 | 2,374 |
| ST | 1,489 | 262 | 1,751 | |
| OBC | 2,906 | 510 | 3,416 | |
| EWS | 1,330 | 234 | 1,564 | |
| UR | 5,563 | 986 | 6,549 | |
| BSF Total | 13,306 | 2,348 | 15,654 | |
| CISF | SC | 959 | 106 | 1,065 |
| ST | 687 | 71 | 758 | |
| OBC | 1,420 | 156 | 1,576 | |
| EWS | 644 | 74 | 718 | |
| UR | 2,720 | 308 | 3,028 | |
| CISF Total | 6,430 | 715 | 7,145 | |
| CRPF | SC | 1,681 | 34 | 1,715 |
| ST | 1,213 | 20 | 1,233 | |
| OBC | 2,510 | 53 | 2,563 | |
| EWS | 1,130 | 19 | 1,149 | |
| UR | 4,765 | 116 | 4,881 | |
| CRPF Total | 11,299 | 242 | 11,541 | |
| SSB | SC | 122 | 0 | 122 |
| ST | 79 | 0 | 79 | |
| OBC | 187 | 0 | 187 | |
| EWS | 82 | 0 | 82 | |
| UR | 349 | 0 | 349 | |
| SSB Total | 819 | 0 | 819 | |
| ITBP | SC | 345 | 59 | 404 |
| ST | 326 | 59 | 385 | |
| OBC | 505 | 90 | 595 | |
| EWS | 197 | 21 | 218 | |
| UR | 1,191 | 224 | 1,415 | |
| ITBP Total | 2,564 | 453 | 3,017 | |
| AR | SC | 124 | 9 | 133 |
| ST | 223 | 21 | 244 | |
| OBC | 205 | 16 | 221 | |
| EWS | 109 | 6 | 115 | |
| UR | 487 | 48 | 535 | |
| AR Total | 1,148 | 100 | 1,248 | |
| SSF | SC | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| ST | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| OBC | 9 | 0 | 9 | |
| EWS | 4 | 0 | 4 | |
| UR | 14 | 0 | 14 | |
| SSF Total | 35 | 0 | 35 | |
| NCB | SC | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ST | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| OBC | 5 | 4 | 9 | |
| EWS | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| UR | 5 | 6 | 11 | |
| NCB Total | 11 | 11 | 22 | |
| Grand Total | 35,612 | 3,869 | 39,481 |
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must have passed Matriculation or the 10th Class Examination from a recognized board as of January 1, 2025. This is the minimum educational requirement for all positions in this recruitment drive.
Age Standards
The age limit for candidates is between 18-23 years as of January 1, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules. Candidates should carefully check the official notification for specific relaxations applicable to their category.
Application Fee
General Category: ₹100
SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted from fees
Selection Method
The selection process for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025 consists of the following stages:
Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
Format: Objective type with 80 questions
Sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi
Total Marks: 160 (20 questions per section)
Negative Marking: 0.50 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Duration: 60 minutes
Languages: Available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Male Candidates: 5 km run in 24 minutes (1.6 km in 7 minutes for Ladakh region)
Female Candidates: 1.6 km run in 8½ minutes (800 meters in 5 minutes for Ladakh region)
Note: Ex-servicemen are exempted from PET but will undergo PST
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Height Measurement: 170 cm for males, 157 cm for females (with relaxations for specific categories and regions)
Chest Measurement (Males only): 80 cm unexpanded with a minimum expansion of 5 cm
Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Assessment of physical and medical fitness as per CAPF guidelines
Document verification
Review Medical Examination (RME)
Available for candidates declared unfit in DME who wish to appeal
Final Merit List and Force Allocation
Based on normalized scores from CBE
Force allocation is determined by merit and preferences indicated in the application form
How to Apply
Registration:
Visit the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in)
Register with basic details to generate a Registration ID and password
Application Form:
Log in and fill out the GD Constable application form
Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and CAPF preferences
Document Upload:
Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and signature in the specified format
Fee Payment:
Pay the application fee online (UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card)
SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted
Final Submission:
Review the form carefully and submit
Download and print a copy for future reference
Correction Window:
Make corrections if needed from 05.11.2024 to 07.11.2024 (fees may apply)
Important Events and Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date for Online Applications | 05 September 2024 |
| Last Date for Online Applications | 14 October 2024 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 15 October 2024 |
| Application Correction Window | 05 November 2024 to 07 November 2024 |
| Tentative Dates for Computer-Based Examination (CBE) | January – February 2025 |
Important Links
| Official Website | Website |
| Job Notification | Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply |
| More Jobs | Jobnotice |
| Category | Job Notice |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025?
Candidates must be between 18-23 years of age as of January 1, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
How many vacancies are available in the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025?
There are a total of 39,481 vacancies across various Central Armed Police Forces, including BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, Assam Rifles, SSF, and NCB.
What is the selection process for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025?
The selection process includes a Computer-Based Examination (CBE), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Detailed Medical Examination (DME), and Document Verification
What is the application fee for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025?
The application fee is ₹100 for General category candidates. Female candidates, SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempted from the fee.
