SSC GD Constable (CAPFs, SSF & AR)

Complete 10th-Pass Gateway to Central Armed Police Forces (2026 Guide)

About SSC GD Recruitment

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Constable (General Duty) exam to recruit 10th-pass candidates into India's Central Armed Police Forces, SSF, and Assam Rifles. It is one of India's largest national employment drives.

Entry Level Opportunity: Direct entry into national security forces with nationwide postings and clear promotion ladders.

Forces Recruited Through SSC GD

  • BSF: Indo-Pak & Indo-BD Borders
  • CRPF: Internal Sec & Anti-Naxal
  • CISF: Airports, Metros, PSUs
  • ITBP: Indo-China High Altitudes
  • SSB: Nepal & Bhutan Borders
  • Assam Rifles: North-East Security
  • SSF: Secretariat & VIP Security
  • NIA: Anti-Terror Security

Eligibility & Tradesman Overview

Education

  • Qualification: 10th Pass (Matriculation) from a recognized Board.
  • Nationality: Indian Citizen (or eligible categories per Govt. rules).

Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Base Age: 18–23 Years.
  • SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years.
  • Special relaxations for Ex-Servicemen & Ex-Agniveers.

Tradesman Recruitment

Conducting separately by individual forces (BSF, CRPF, CISF, etc.).

Trades: Cook, Water Carrier, Washerman, Barber, Sweeper, Tailor, Electrician, Plumber, etc. Requires 10th Pass + Trade Test.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Computer Based Test (CBT) → Physical Efficiency Test (PET) → Physical Standard Test (PST) → Medical Exam & Document Verification → Final Merit List

Computer Based Examination (80 Qs | 160 Marks | 60 Mins)

Subject
Questions
Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning
20
40
General Knowledge & Current Affairs
20
40
Elementary Mathematics
20
40
English or Hindi Language
20
40
Marking Scheme: +2.0 Marks for each correct answer | Negative Marking: −0.25 Mark for each wrong answer.

Detailed Exam Syllabus

Reasoning & GK

  • General Intelligence: Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Alphabet/Number Series, Mirror Images, Venn Diagrams, Classification, Logical Reasoning.
  • General Knowledge: History, Geography, Indian Polity, Economics, Constitution, General Science, Sports, Current Affairs, Defence, Awards.

Mathematics & Language

  • Elementary Maths: Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio, Average, Time & Work, Time & Distance, SI & CI, Mensuration, Basic Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Data Interpretation.
  • English / Hindi: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension Passages, Synonyms & Antonyms, Sentence Improvement, Error Detection, Fill in the Blanks.

Physical & Medical Standards

PET & PST Parameters

Male Standards
  • PET: 5 km run in 24 minutes
  • Height: 170 cm
  • Chest: 80 cm (+5 cm expansion)
Female Standards
  • PET: 1.6 km run in 8½ minutes
  • Height: 157 cm
  • Chest: N/A

* Relaxations apply for ST candidates and specific North-Eastern / Hilly regions as per notification.

Medical Fitness Test

Candidates are thoroughly evaluated by CAPF medical boards for:

  • Good vision & normal hearing
  • Disqualifications: Knock knees, flat feet, varicose veins, color blindness, or physical deformities.
  • Healthy teeth and fit cardiovascular system

Pay Scale, Training & Career Growth

Basic Training

Basic military & operational training duration ranges from 24 to 44 weeks depending on force allotment.

Includes weapon training, drill, field craft, counter-insurgency, disaster management, and internal security.

Salary & Perks

Pay Level: Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100)

Gross Salary: ₹30,000 – ₹40,000+ / month

Includes DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Risk/Hardship Allowance, Ration Money, Uniform Allowance, CSD Canteen, and Medical facilities.

Promotion Path

Constable (GD) → Head Constable → Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) → Sub-Inspector (SI) → Inspector → Assistant Commandant

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