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SSB Head Constable Recruitment: Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released the official notification for Head Constable Recruitment 2026. A total of 233 vacancies have been announced for various posts including Steward, Communication, Electrician, and Veterinary.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SSB recruitment portal. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.
📊 Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) |
| Post Name | Head Constable (Group C) |
| Total Vacancies | 233 Posts |
| Job Type | Central Govt Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Category | Non-Gazetted, Combatised |
| Selection Process | PET/PST + Written + Skill + DV + Medical |
📌 Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (Steward) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Head Constable (Communication) | 87 | 18 | 55 | 20 | 17 | 197 |
| Head Constable (Electrician) | 13 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 29 |
| Head Constable (Veterinary) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Total | 105 | 20 | 62 | 27 | 19 | 233 |
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Steward: 12th pass + Diploma in Catering + Experience
- Communication: 12th (Science) OR Diploma in Electronics/IT
- Electrician: Matric + ITI/Diploma + Experience
- Veterinary: 12th (Biology) + Veterinary Diploma
🎂 Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Steward / Communication / Veterinary | 18 – 27 Years |
| Electrician | 18 – 25 Years |
- SC/ST – 5 Years
- OBC – 3 Years
- Ex-Servicemen – As per rules
💰 Salary & Benefits
| Post | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Head Constable | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
- DA, HRA, Medical Facilities
- Pension (NPS/UPS)
- Ration & Risk Allowances
🧪 Selection Process
- Stage 1: PET & PST
- Stage 2: Written Examination
- Stage 3: Skill Test (Electrician only)
- Stage 4: Document Verification
- Stage 5: Medical Examination
🏃 PET (Physical Efficiency Test)
| Category | Test |
|---|---|
| Male | 1.6 Km in 6 min 30 sec |
| Female | 800 Meter in 4 min |
📏 PST (Physical Standard Test)
| Category | Male Height | Female Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 165 cm | 155 cm | 75-80 cm |
| ST | 160 cm | 148 cm | 75-80 cm |
Detailed PST varies by post.
📝 Exam Pattern
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 50 |
| Maths | Included |
| Reasoning | Included |
| English/Hindi | Included |
| Technical Subject | 100 |
| Total | 150 |
- Mode: CBT
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Minimum Qualifying: 50% (Gen/OBC/EWS), 45% (SC/ST)
💳 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen | No Fee |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 21 March 2026 |
| Apply Start | 21 March 2026 |
| Last Date | Within 30 Days of Advertisement (i.e. 20 April 2026) |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit official website https://recruitment.ssb.gov.in
- Click on Head Constable Recruitment
- Register & Login
- Fill application form
- Upload documents
- Pay fee (if applicable)
- Submit and print form
🔗 Important Links
- Official Notification – Download PDF
- Apply Online – Click to Apply
- Official Website – ssb.gov.in
❓ FAQs
1. Total vacancies?
233 posts.
2. Salary?
₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4).
3. PET required?
Yes, mandatory for all candidates.
4. Fee?
₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS, others free.
5. Selection process?
PET/PST → Written → Skill → DV → Medical.
