SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2026 – Age Limit, Physical & Medical, Education Qualification Details

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2026 – Age, Education, Nationality, PST/PET & Medical Standards

The Staff Selection Commission has released the updated eligibility conditions for SSC GD Constable 2026 recruitment. Candidates who are planning to apply for Constable (GD) posts in CAPFs and other forces must carefully review the complete SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2026 before submitting the online application form.

The recruitment includes posts in forces such as:

  • Border Security Force (BSF)

  • Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)

  • Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)

  • Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)

  • Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)

  • Assam Rifles

Candidates must satisfy age, nationality, educational qualification, physical standards, and medical requirements to be eligible.

Stay updated with the latest SSC GD 2026 notification, SSC exam calendar, and SSC current job alerts by bookmarking this page.

SSC GD Eligibility Criteria 2026 – Overview

As per the latest 2026 details:

  • Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen

  • Age Limit: 18–23 years as of 01 January 2026

  • Educational Qualification: 10th pass (Matriculation)

  • Selection Process: CBT → PST → PET → Medical Examination

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SSC GD Eligibility IMPORTANT

SSC GD Constable Age Limit 2026

Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 18 years

  • Maximum Age: 23 years

Candidates must be born between:
02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008 (both dates inclusive as per rules).

Candidates not falling within this date range will not be eligible.

Always verify the SSC GD age criteria carefully before filling out the online form.

SSC GD Age Relaxation 2026

Upper age relaxation is applicable as per Government norms:

Category Age Relaxation
SC/ST 5 Years
OBC 3 Years
Ex-Servicemen 3 years after deduction of military service

Additional relaxations for special categories (riots victims, J&K domicile, etc.) are applicable as per official notification.

Candidates claiming age relaxation must produce valid supporting documents during document verification.

Keep checking official SSC updates for category-wise age relaxation rules for 2026.

SSC GD Educational Qualification 2026

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must have passed:

  • Matriculation / 10th Class Examination

  • From a recognized board or university

  • Must have acquired qualification on or before 01 January 2026

There is no minimum percentage requirement, but the certificate must be valid.

Download the SSC GD 2026 official notification PDF to confirm education qualification requirements.

SSC GD Physical Standards Test (PST) 2026

Candidates who qualify in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) will appear for the Physical Standard Test.

Height Requirement:

Category Male Female
General/SC/OBC 170 cm 157 cm

Relaxations in height are provided for candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes and specific regions as per official notification.

Chest Requirement (Only for Males):

  • Unexpanded: 80 cm

  • Minimum Expansion: 5 cm

Weight should be proportionate to height and age as per medical standards.

Start preparing physically early to meet SSC GD PST standards without last-minute stress.

SSC GD Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 2026

Candidates clearing PST will appear for the Physical Efficiency Test (Running Test).

Category Distance Time
Male 5 km 24 minutes
Female 1.6 km 8.5 minutes

For Ladakh region candidates:

Category Distance Time
Male 1 Mile 6½ minutes
Female 800 meters 4 minutes

Note: Pregnant female candidates will be disqualified from PET. Ex-servicemen are exempted from PET.

Practice daily running to comfortably achieve SSC GD PET time limits.

SSC GD Medical Examination 2026

Candidates who clear CBT, PST, and PET will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME).

Medical Standards Include:

  • Proper vision (as prescribed)

  • No physical deformities

  • Proportionate height and weight

  • Chest measurement compliance (for males)

Documents required during DME:

  • 10th Certificate (Proof of Age & Qualification)

  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)

  • Domicile Certificate (if required)

  • Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)

Submission of false documents will result in cancellation and permanent debarment.

Keep all original documents ready in prescribed format before SSC GD document verification.

SSC GD Selection Process 2026

The SSC GD 2026 selection stages are:

  1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)

  2. Physical Standard Test (PST)

  3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

  4. Medical Examination (DME)

SSC GD NCC Bonus Marks 2026

Candidates holding NCC Certificates receive bonus marks:

  • NCC ‘C’ Certificate: 5% of maximum marks

  • NCC ‘B’ Certificate: 3%

  • NCC ‘A’ Certificate: 2%

If you have NCC certification, ensure you upload proper proof to claim bonus marks in SSC GD 2026.

Important Instructions for SSC GD 2026

  • Applications will be accepted only through online mode.

  • Eligibility will be verified at different recruitment stages.

  • Any mismatch in eligibility details may lead to rejection.

  • Candidates must meet all eligibility criteria as on the cut-off date.

Stay connected for daily SSC GD 2026 updates, SSC syllabus changes, and exam date announcements.

How To Apply for SSC GD Constable 2026

  1. Visit official website: ssc.gov.in

  2. Click on “Apply.”

  3. Select Constable (GD) Examination 2026.

  4. Fill in personal and educational details carefully.

  5. Upload photo and signature.

  6. Pay application fee (if applicable).

  7. Submit and download confirmation page.

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