SSC GD Constable 2026 exam is currently in Phase 2 (May 4–9, 2026). Phase 1 (April 27–May 2) is completed. The exam runs in 4 shifts daily across 200+ cities. Overall difficulty is Easy to Moderate. Safe attempts: 67–70 out of 80 questions. Download your admit card at ssc.gov.in/login.
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| Section | Difficulty | Good Attempts | Key Topics Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
SSC GD 2026 runs in 4 shifts every exam day. Your exact shift and reporting time are printed on your admit card. Arrive at least 60–90 minutes before your shift to complete biometric verification. Gate closes 30 minutes before exam start — late entry is not permitted under any circumstances.
Carry printed admit card and original photo ID — both mandatory. Biometric fingerprint and photo will be taken at the centre — ensure fingers are clean and free of mehndi or ink. No mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, or Bluetooth devices. Read all on-screen instructions carefully before starting. Use only the mouse to mark answers.
Slot booking was cancelled for SSC GD 2026 — SSC auto-assigned exam dates and shifts to all candidates. Check your admit card for your assigned date and shift.
| Phase | Exam Dates | Status | Admit Card |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 27 Apr – 02 May 2026 | Completed ✅ | Released ✅ |
| Phase 2 | 04 May – 09 May 2026 | LIVE 🔴 | Released ✅ |
| Phase 3 | 18 May – 23 May 2026 | Upcoming | ~14–15 May |
| Phase 4 | 25 May – 30 May 2026 | Upcoming | ~21–22 May |
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 01 December 2025 ✅ |
| Application Last Date | 31 December 2025 ✅ |
| Original Exam Date | 23 February 2026 — Postponed ❌ |
| Slot Booking | Cancelled — SSC auto-assigned dates |
| City Intimation Slip | 19 April 2026 ✅ |
| Admit Card Phase 1 & 2 | 24–25 April 2026 ✅ Released |
| Phase 1 Exam | 27 April – 02 May 2026 ✅ Completed |
| Phase 2 Exam | 04 May – 09 May 2026 🔴 LIVE NOW |
| Admit Card Phase 3 | Expected ~14–15 May 2026 |
| Phase 3 Exam | 18 May – 23 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Phase 4 | Expected ~21–22 May 2026 |
| Phase 4 Exam | 25 May – 30 May 2026 |
| Answer Key | After all phases — ssc.gov.in |
| CBT Result | Expected July 2026 |
| PET / PST | After CBT result — CRPF conducts |
| Final Result | After all stages complete |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in ↗ |
CISF has the highest vacancies at 14,595, followed by CRPF at 5,490 and Assam Rifles at 1,706. Total 23,467 male posts and 2,020 female posts. 10% of vacancies reserved for Ex-Servicemen within each category. Note: vacancies are roughly half of last year's 53,690.
| Force | Full Name | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Vacancies | Share |
|---|---|---|
80 objective questions / 160 marks / 60 minutes. No sectional time limit. Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer. Minimum qualifying marks: 35% for General/EWS, 33% for SC/ST/OBC. Exam is Computer Based (CBT) in 4 daily shifts.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 | Analogy, Series, Coding, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Mirror Image |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 20 | 40 | Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Science GK |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 | Number System, Profit/Loss, Percentage, Time & Work, Mensuration |
| English / Hindi | 20 | 40 | Grammar, Comprehension, Synonyms, Antonyms, Error Detection |
| Total | 80 | 160 | 60 Min | No Sectional Limit | Class 10th Level |
All questions at Class 10th standard (NCERT Class 6–10). Exact questions cannot be shared per SSC rules — only difficulty and topic trends are provided here based on candidate feedback.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Class 10th (Matriculation) pass from a recognised board. Must have passed on or before 01 January 2026. Awaiting results: NOT eligible. |
| Age (General / EWS) | 18–23 years | Born: 02 Jan 2003 to 01 Jan 2008 |
| Age (OBC) | 18–26 years (+3 years) | Born: 02 Jan 2000 to 01 Jan 2008 |
| Age (SC / ST) | 18–28 years (+5 years) | Born: 02 Jan 1998 to 01 Jan 2008 |
| Age (Ex-Servicemen) | Service period + 3 years relaxation |
| Nationality | Indian citizen with valid domicile / PRC of respective State/UT |
| Fee (General/OBC/EWS Male) | Rs.100/- |
| Fee (SC/ST / All Female / Ex-SM) | FREE — No fee |
| Payment Mode | Online — Net Banking / Debit Card / UPI / SBI Challan |
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Male — Running (PET) | 5 km in 24 minutes |
| Female — Running (PET) | 1.6 km in 8 minutes 30 seconds |
| Male Height (PST) | 170 cm | 160 cm for hilly/NE regions and LWE districts |
| Female Height (PST) | 157 cm | 152 cm for hilly/NE regions |
| Male Chest (PST) | 80 cm unexpanded → 85 cm expanded (min 5 cm expansion) |
| Weight | Weight check removed from PST — now assessed during Medical via BMI (18–25 range) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted from PET as per government rules |
Important update: SSC/MHA revised medical guidelines — candidates will no longer be rejected on weight during PST. Weight is now assessed during Medical Examination using BMI. PET and PST are qualifying only — do not add to CBT score. Final merit is based entirely on CBT marks.
After promotion to Head Constable, pay moves to Level-4. Free accommodation in CAPF campus in many postings. Government pension after retirement. Promotion path: Constable → Head Constable → ASI → SI.
Previous year CBT cut off marks (normalised scores out of 160). SSC GD 2026 cut off will be released with result in July 2026. With Easy to Moderate difficulty in 2026, expect cut off to be slightly higher than 2024–25.
| Category | 2024–25 | 2023–24 | 2021–22 |
|---|---|---|---|
Carry all documents to the exam centre. Entry will be denied without the admit card and photo ID. Biometric verification (fingerprint + photo) is mandatory at the centre.
Key: Only CBT marks determine your rank. PET, PST, and DME are qualifying — pass all but they do not add to your score. After CBT result, CRPF issues PET/PST admit cards separately at rect.crpf.gov.in. NCC certificate holders get bonus marks added to normalised CBT score.
| Link | Status | URL |
|---|---|---|
| Admit Card Phase 1 & 2 | Released ✅ | ssc.gov.in/login ↗ |
| Admit Card Phase 3 | Expected ~14–15 May | ssc.gov.in/login |
| Admit Card Phase 4 | Expected ~21–22 May | ssc.gov.in/login |
| Answer Key | After all phases end | ssc.gov.in |
| Objection Window | After answer key | Rs.100/question — refunded if correct |
| CBT Result | Expected July 2026 | ssc.gov.in |
| PET/PST Admit Card | After CBT result | rect.crpf.gov.in |