For candidates aspiring to join India’s uniformed forces, the upcoming SSC GD recruitment cycle offers a major opportunity. Every year, the Staff Selection Commission conducts this examination to recruit constables across CAPFs, Assam Rifles, NCB and SSF.

Because of high vacancy numbers and basic qualification requirements, interest in this recruitment remains consistently high. Consequently, candidates must prepare both academically and physically.

Through this detailed guide, aspirants can understand important timelines, eligibility rules, selection stages, salary structure and the step-by-step online application process.

Exam Schedule and Key Dates

Who Can Apply

• - Matriculation passed from a recognized board
• - Minimum age requirement: 18 years
• - Upper age limit: 23 years
• - Age relaxation available for reserved categories
• - Indian citizenship mandatory

Vacancy Distribution Overview

Based on earlier recruitment trends, a large number of posts are expected across multiple forces.

• - Border Security Force
• - Central Industrial Security Force
• - Central Reserve Police Force
• - Sashastra Seema Bal
• - Indo-Tibetan Border Police
• - Assam Rifles
• - Narcotics Control Bureau
• - Secretariat Security Force

Application Process Explained

1. → Visit the SSC official portal
2. → Complete One-Time Registration
3. → Login using credentials
4. → Fill the application form carefully
5. → Upload photograph and signature
6. → Pay the application fee
7. → Submit and download confirmation

Written Test Structure

- Duration: 60 minutes

- Negative marking applicable

Physical Tests and Measurements

• - Male race: 5 km in 24 minutes
• - Female race: 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes

Pay Scale and Career Growth

Selected candidates are placed under Pay Level 3. In addition to basic pay, allowances such as DA, HRA, medical facilities and pension benefits are provided.

Frequently Asked Questions

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