SSC Notice: Constable (GD) in CAPFs & SSF, Rifleman (GD) Assam Rifles, Sepoy NCB — Recruitment 2025
Complete guide — important dates, vacancies, eligibility, how to apply, exam pattern, PST/PET and document checklist. (Source: SSC official notice.)
Quick summary
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is conducting an open competitive recruitment for Constable (General Duty) in Central Armed Police Forces (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF), Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles and Sepoy in the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). The process includes a Computer Based Examination (CBE), PST/PET, Medical Examination and Document Verification. 0
Important dates
(All dates as published in the SSC notice.) 1
Vacancies (overview)
Total vacancies across participating forces are large — the notice gives a full force-wise break-up. Example: Total across forces shown in the notice is 39,481 vacancies (male + female combined). 2
| Force | Grand Total (example) |
|---|---|
| BSF | 15,654 |
| CISF | 7,145 |
| CRPF | 11,541 |
| Other forces (ITBP, SSB, AR, SSF, NCB) | ~9,141 |
| Total (approx.) | 39,481 |
For the exact state-wise / category-wise / gender-wise vacancy table see the original PDF (linked below). 3
Eligibility — age & education
- Age: 18–23 years as on 01-Jan-2025 (born not before 02-01-2002 and not after 01-01-2007). Category relaxations apply as per notice. 4
- Education: Matriculation / 10th class pass from a recognized board as on 01-Jan-2025. 5
- Nationality: Indian Citizen (domicile/PRC requirements apply for state/UT-wise posts). 6
How to apply (step-by-step)
- Generate One-Time Registration (OTR) on https://ssc.gov.in (old OTR is not valid).
- Fill in Online Application Form, upload a live/captured photograph (follow instructions) and scanned signature (10–20 KB JPEG per notice). 7
- Pay application fee online (BHIM UPI, Netbanking, Visa/Master/RuPay debit card). Fee: ₹100 (women, SC/ST and eligible ESM are exempt). 8
- Keep a printout of the submitted form for your records. Watch the SSC and CRPF sites for admit cards (issued online only). 9
You can edit your application during the Correction Window (05-11-2024 to 07-11-2024) by paying prescribed correction charges. 10
Exam scheme & marking
Computer Based Examination (CBE): One objective paper of 80 questions — 2 marks each (total 160 marks). Duration: 60 minutes. There are four parts: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge/Awareness, Elementary Mathematics and English/Hindi. Negative marking: 0.25 for each wrong answer. Questions are of matriculation level. CBE will be available in English, Hindi and 13 regional languages. 11
Note: Marks will be normalized; NCC certificate holders may get bonus marks (A/B/C certificates — 2/3/5% of max marks) if opted for in application. 12
PST / PET / Medical
- PST: Height, chest (male) and weight as per the standards in the notice. Relaxations for ST, North-East, certain hill communities etc. are specified in the notice. 13
- PET (race): Typical norms — Male: 5 km in 24 minutes; Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes (times vary for Ladakh region); check the notice for full table. PET is qualifying — no appeal against PET results. 14
- Medical: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) will be conducted by CAPFs. Original documents will be verified at DME/DV. 15
Documents to keep ready
- Matriculation/10th certificate and marksheet (for age & education proof).
- Domicile/PRC (as applicable) — mandatory for state/UT wise posts.
- Caste certificate (if claiming reservation), ESM certificate (if applicable), NCC certificate (if claiming incentive), Aadhaar or other photo ID.
- Two passport size photographs and the printout of the final submitted application.
Full list and formats of required certificates are in Annexures of the notice. 16
Application fee & correction charges
Application fee: ₹100 (payable online). Women, SC, ST, and eligible ESM are exempt. Fee payment deadline: 15-Oct-2024. Correction charges (first correction ₹200; second correction ₹500) apply during the correction window. 17
Useful tips
- Do your One-Time Registration (OTR) on ssc.gov.in well before filling the application.
- Follow the exact photo & signature specs — many applications are rejected due to non-compliant images. 18
- Choose force preferences carefully — no changes allowed after final submission. 19
- Keep scanned copies of all original documents handy for document verification stage.
Contact & help
SSC Toll free Help Desk: 1800 309 3063. Regional help numbers and CRPF helpline are listed in the notice. For admit card / PST-PET queries, check SSC & CRPF websites regularly. 20
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