SSC GD Constable 2025 SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025: 52,000+ Vacancies, Eligibility, and Selection Process
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released its most anticipated notification of the year, heralding a monumental opportunity for the youth of the nation. The official notification for the Constable (General Duty) Examination, 2025, was published today, inviting applications to fill a massive 52,845 vacancies. This recruitment is the primary gateway for 10th-pass candidates to join the esteemed Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and begin a life of service, discipline, and national pride.
The SSC GD Constable exam is one of the largest recruitment drives conducted by the Government of India, attracting lakhs of applicants from every corner of the country. It offers a direct path to a secure and respectable career in forces like the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and others.
The online application process is scheduled to commence on October 15, 2025, and will conclude on November 14, 2025. This ultimate guide provides a comprehensive deep dive into every aspect of this recruitment, from understanding the roles of the different forces to a meticulous breakdown of the eligibility criteria and the rigorous multi-stage selection process.
Understanding the Forces and Vacancies
The 52,845 vacancies are distributed among various Central Armed Police Forces, each with a unique role and operational mandate. Understanding these can help you make informed post preferences in your application.
Force-Wise Vacancy Distribution: | Force | Male Vacancies | Female Vacancies | Total Vacancies | Border Security Force (BSF) | 18,000 | 2,000 | 20,000 | | Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)| 9,000 | 1,000 | 10,000 | | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) | 12,500 | 1,500 | 14,000 | | Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) | 4,000 | 500 | 4,500 | | Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) | 2,500 | 345 | 2,845 | | Assam Rifles (AR) | 1,500 | 0 | 1,500 | | Total | 47,500 | 5,345 | 52,845 |
- BSF: India’s primary border guarding force on the challenging frontiers with Pakistan and Bangladesh.
- CISF: Provides security to vital national assets like airports, metro networks, and industrial installations.
- CRPF: The largest CAPF, crucial for internal security, counter-insurgency operations, and maintaining law and order.
- SSB: Responsible for guarding the peaceful and open borders with Nepal and Bhutan.
- ITBP: A specialized mountain force that guards the high-altitude Indo-China border.
- Assam Rifles (AR): One of the oldest paramilitary forces, primarily operating in the North-East.
Eligibility Criteria Deconstructed
Candidates must meet the following criteria for nationality, age, education, and physical standards.
1. Educational Qualification (as of 01.08.2025)
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) from a recognized board.
2. Age Limit (as of 01.08.2025)
- The age of the candidate must be between 18 and 23 years.
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years).
3. Physical Standard Test (PST) Requirements
Candidates must meet the minimum physical standards.
Note: Relaxations in height and chest measurements are available for candidates from certain regions like the North-Eastern states and Gorkha Territorial Administration.
The Multi-Stage Selection Process: A Complete Roadmap
The selection process is a comprehensive four-stage journey.
1. Computer Based Examination (CBE)
This is the first and most important stage. The online test will consist of 80 objective-type questions.
- Pattern:
- Total Questions: 80
- Total Marks: 160 (2 marks per question)
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
- Syllabus Breakdown:
- Part A: General Intelligence & Reasoning (20 Qs, 40 Marks): Analogies, Similarities and Differences, Spatial Visualization, Coding-Decoding, Visual Memory, etc.
- Part B: General Knowledge & General Awareness (20 Qs, 40 Marks): India and its neighboring countries, Sports, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity, Indian Constitution, and Scientific Research.
- Part C: Elementary Mathematics (20 Qs, 40 Marks): Number Systems, Percentages, Averages, Profit and Loss, Time and Distance, Ratio and Proportion, Time and Work, etc.
- Part D: English / Hindi (20 Qs, 40 Marks): Candidates have a choice to attempt either the English or the Hindi section to test their basic language comprehension skills.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST)
Candidates who clear the CBE will be called for the physical tests, which are qualifying in nature.
- PST: Your height, weight, and chest will be measured as per the standards mentioned above.
- PET: You must complete a race within the given time limit.
3. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Candidates who clear the PET/PST will undergo a thorough medical examination to ensure they meet the medical standards required for service in the CAPFs.
How to Apply Online: A Meticulous Step-by-Step Guide
The application process from October 15 to November 14, 2025, is entirely online via the new SSC portal.
- Visit the New Official Website: Go to ssc.gov.in.
- One-Time Registration (OTR): If you are a new user, you must first complete the OTR process. This requires you to provide your Aadhaar, mobile number, email ID, and basic personal details to create a permanent profile.
- Login and Apply: Log in using your Registration Number and password.
- Find the Notification: On your dashboard, go to the “Latest Notifications” tab and find the link for “Constable (GD) in CAPFs… Examination, 2025.” Click “Apply.”
- Fill the Form: Most of your details will be pre-filled from your OTR. You will need to fill in your examination center preferences and, most importantly, provide your preferences for the forces (BSF, CISF, CRPF, etc.) using their designated codes.
- Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and your signature. The photograph must be recent and meet the specifications mentioned in the notification.
- Pay the Fee: The application fee is ₹100. Women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST, and Ex-servicemen (ESM) are exempted.
- Submit and Print: Submit the final application form and take a printout for your records.
A senior official from the Ministry of Home Affairs commented, “The SSC GD recruitment is a vital process for us to induct energetic and patriotic youth into our Central Armed Police Forces. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply and take the first step towards a proud career of serving the nation.”
This recruitment is a life-changing opportunity. The selection process is demanding, testing not just knowledge but physical fitness and medical standards. Aspirants are advised to start their preparation for the written exam and their physical fitness training immediately.