The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) releases the recruitment notification for General Duty (GD) Constable posts every year. Under SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026, candidates will be appointed as Constable (GD) in BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles, SSF, and NCB. In this article, we bring you the complete SSC GD Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026, along with subject-wise topics and topic-wise marks weightage.
SSC GD Constable 2026 Selection Process
- Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT) – Merit Based
- Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Qualifying
- Stage 3: Physical Standard Test (PST) – Qualifying
- Stage 4: Document Verification (DV)
- Stage 5: Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Stage 6: Review Medical Examination (RME) (If Required)
- Final Selection: Based on CBT Marks only, subject to qualifying PET, PST, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Quick Snapshot: SSC GD 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
| Exam Conducted By | Staff Selection Commission |
| Post | Constable/ Rifleman(General Duty) |
| Forces Covered | BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles,SSF,NCB |
| Total Vacancies | 25,487 |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer Based Examination) |
| Exam Window | 27 April – 30 May 2026 |
| Stages of Selection | Written Test – Physical Test – Medical Test |
| Question Paper Difficulty | Class 10 Standard |
SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern 2026
- The exam will be conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Total 80 objective type questions for 160 marks
- Duration: 60 minutes (1 hour)
- Questions will be set in Hindi, English and 13 Regional Languages
- Negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer
- Exam standard: Matriculation (Class 10) level
- Calculators and other electronic gadgets are not allowed inside the exam hall
- PwBD candidates will get 20 minutes extra
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| English/ Hindi | 20 | 40 |
| Total | 80 | 160 |
SSC GD Subject-wise Syllabus
| MATHEMATICS | REASONING |
| 1. Number System — संख्या पद्धति 2. LCM & HCF — लघुत्तम समापवर्तक एवं महत्तम समापवर्तक 3. Simplification — सरलीकरण 4. Average — औसत 5. Ratio and Proportion — अनुपात और समानुपात 6. Percentage — प्रतिशत 7. Profit and Loss — लाभ एवं हानि 8. Discount — बट्टा 9. Simple Interest — साधारण ब्याज 10. Compound Interest — चक्रवृद्धि ब्याज 11. Time and Work — समय और कार्य 12. Pipe and Cistern — पाइप और टंकी 13. Time and Distance — समय और दूरी 14. Boat and Stream — नाव और धारा 15. Partnership — साझेदारी 16. Mensuration — क्षेत्रमिति 17. Data Interpretation — आँकड़ों का विश्लेषण 18.Age Problem – आयु संबंधी प्रश्न 19.Fraction & Decimal -भिन्न एवं दशमलव |
1. Classification — वर्गीकरण 2. Analogy — सादृश्यता 3. Coding-Decoding Test — कूटलेखन एवं कूटवाचन परीक्षण 4. Logical Arrangement of Words — शब्दों का तार्किक क्रम 5. Series — श्रृंखला 6. Inserting the Missing Characters — लुप्त वर्णों का पता लगाना 7. Blood Relation — रक्त संबंध 8. Direction Sense Test — दिशा परीक्षण 9. Clock & Calendar — घड़ी एवं कैलेंडर 10. Dice — पासा 11. Sitting Arrangement — बैठक व्यवस्था 12. Ranking Test — क्रम व्यवस्था परीक्षण 13. Venn Diagram — वेन आरेख 14. Mathematical Operations — गणितीय संक्रियाएँ 15. Statement and Conclusion — कथन एवं निष्कर्ष 16. Syllogism — न्याय संगतता 17. Mirror and Water Images — दर्पण एवं जल प्रतिबिम्ब 18. Paper Folding and Cutting — कागज मोड़ना एवं काटना 19. Figure Series — आकृति श्रृंखला 20. Embedded Figures — अन्तर्निहित आकृतियाँ 21. Counting Geometrical Figures — ज्यामितीय आकृतियों की गणना |
| GK/GS | HINDI |
| 1. Indian History — भारतीय इतिहास 2. Ancient History — प्राचीन इतिहास 3. Medieval History — मध्यकालीन इतिहास 4. Modern History — आधुनिक इतिहास 5. Indian Culture — भारतीय संस्कृति 6. Geography — भूगोल 7. Indian Polity — भारतीय राजव्यवस्था 8. Indian Constitution — भारतीय संविधान 9. General Science — सामान्य विज्ञान 10. Physics — भौतिक विज्ञान 11. Chemistry — रसायन विज्ञान 12. Biology — जीव विज्ञान 13. Indian Economy — भारतीय अर्थव्यवस्था 14. Static GK — स्थैतिक सामान्य ज्ञान 15. Current Affairs — समसामयिक घटनाएँ 16. Sports — खेलकूद 17. Awards & Honours — पुरस्कार एवं सम्मान 18. Books & Authors — पुस्तकें एवं लेखक 19. Important Days — महत्वपूर्ण दिवस 20. Government Schemes — सरकारी योजनाएँ 21. Appointments — महत्वपूर्ण नियुक्तियाँ 22. Defence — रक्षा क्षेत्र 23. International Organisations & Events — अंतरराष्ट्रीय संगठन एवं घटनाएँ 24. National Parks & Wildlife — राष्ट्रीय उद्यान एवं वन्यजीव 25. Art & Architecture — कला एवं वास्तुकला |
1. विलोम शब्द 2. पर्यायवाची या समानार्थी शब्द 3. मुहावरे एवं लोकोक्तियाँ 4. वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द 5. अनेकार्थक शब्द एवं शब्द युग्म 6. शुद्ध–अशुद्ध 7. वाक्य शुद्धि 8. रिक्त स्थान प्रतिस्थापन 9. कार्यालयी पत्रों से संबंधित ज्ञान 10. संज्ञा एवं सर्वनाम 11. क्रिया, काल एवं वाच्य 12. लिंग, वचन एवं कारक 13. विशेषण एवं अव्यय 14. वाक्य रचना 15. गद्यांश 16. प्रशासनिक/सुरक्षा शब्दावली 17. पारिभाषिक शब्दावली 18. संधि 19. उपसर्ग 20. विराम चिह्न 21. शब्द अनुवाद |
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13. Direct & Indirect Speech 14. Tenses 15. Articles 16. Prepositions 17. Subject-Verb Agreement 18. Parts of Speech 19. Vocabulary 20. Grammar 21. Sentence Rearrangement 22. Para Jumbles 23. Sentence Completion 24. Word Usage 25. Passage-Based Questions |
SSC GD Constable 2026 physical Standards as per Official notice
| Physical Test | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
| PET Race | 5 km in 24 min | 1.6 km in 24 min |
| Height-Standard | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| Height- ST | 162.5 cm | 150 cm |
| Chest-Standard | 80-85 cm | Not Applicable |
| Chest- ST | 76-81 cm | Not Applicable |
| Chest Expansion | minimum 5 cm | Not Applicable |
Topper Strategy & Study Plan,
| Daily study | Time | Toppers plan |
| Mathematics | 2 Hours | 2.5 Hours |
| Reasoning | 1.5 Hours | 2 Hours |
| GK/Current Affairs | 1.5 Hours | 2.5 Hours |
| Hindi/ English | 1 Hours | 1.5 Hours |
| PYQ Papers | 1 Hours | 1.5 Hours |
| Mock Test & Analysis | 1 Hours | 1 Hours |
| Total Study Time | 8 Hours | 12 Hours |
Weekly plan
| Monday-Saturday | Complete Syllabus + Topic-wise practice + PYQs |
| Sunday | Full Mock Test , Mock Test Analysis ,weak Topics Revision, Current Affairs Revisions |
Daily Physical Preparation Strategy,
| Activity | Daily Plane |
| Warm-up | 15 min |
| Running | 30-40 min |
| Sprint Practice | 10-15 min |
| Strength Exercises | 15-20 min |
| Stretching | 10 min |
| Yoga(for mental health) | 15 min |
| Rest & Recovery | Proper Sleep (7-9 hours) Daily |
Helpful Tips,
syllabus
1. Complete the basic syllabus first.
2. Give extra attention to Mathematics and Reasoning.
3. Study GK and Current Affairs every day.
4. Practice Hindi/English grammar and vocabulary regularly.
5. Solve Previous Year Questions daily.
6. Start with 2–3 mock tests per week and gradually increase them.
7. Maintain a notebook for mistakes and revise it regularly.
8. Aim for high accuracy along with good speed.
9. Prepare for PET/PST from the beginning instead of waiting for the written exam.
10. In the final weeks, focus mainly on Mock Tests, PYQs and Revision.
Physical
Start physical preparation early gradually increase running speed and stamina ,Practice according to the prescribed PET standard ,Do regular warm-up before running Include basic strength and stretching exercises ,Take adequate rest between intense sessions ,Maintain a consistent routine Practice running at least 5–6 days a week, Do not suddenly increase training intensity.
SSC GD Constable 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the SSC GD PET running requirement?
Male: 5 km in 24 minutes. Female: 1.6 km in 8.30 minutes.
Q2. What is the required height for SSC GD?
Male: 170 cm and Female: 157 cm. Relaxation is available for eligible categories.
Q3. Is chest measurement required for female candidates?
No. Chest measurement is applicable to male candidates only.
Q4. Does PET carry marks?
No. PET/PST is qualifying in nature.
Q5. Do ST candidates get physical standard relaxation?
Yes, prescribed relaxation is available for ST candidates.
Q6. How is the final merit prepared?
Based mainly on normalized CBE marks and applicable NCC bonus marks, subject to qualifying the other stages.
Q7. What happens after PET/PST?
Candidates who qualify proceed to the medical examination.
Q8. Where should I check official SSC GD 2026 updates?
Always check the official SSC website and notification for the latest information.
Official Sources
SSC Official Website: ssc.gov.in
Official Notice: Notice of Constable (GD) in CAPFs and SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2026 — available under the “Notice Board” section on ssc.gov.in
SSC Regional Office Websites — for centre-wise and region-wise updates (linked from the SSC main website)
Important Disclaimer
The information provided on this page (exam pattern, syllabus, physical standards, salary, and selection process for SSC GD Constable 2026) has been compiled based on the official SSC notification and other reliable sources, and is updated regularly to the best of our efforts. However, candidates are strongly advised to verify all details from the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) before applying or finalizing their exam preparation. In case of any discrepancy or conflict, the official notice issued by SSC shall be considered final and valid. Vacancies, dates, physical standards, or any other criteria are subject to change by SSC at any time, and this website holds no legal liability for such changes.
