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CRPF Recruitment 2026: Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released the official notification for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) Recruitment 2026 under Ministry of Home Affairs. A total of 9175 vacancies are announced for male and female candidates across India.
The online application process will start from 20 April 2026 and will continue till 19 May 2026. Selection will be done through multiple stages including PET, PST, CBT, Trade Test, DV and Medical Examination.
📊 CRPF Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) |
| Total Vacancies | 9175 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 20 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Selection Process | PET, PST, CBT, Trade Test, DV, Medical |
| Official Website | rect.crpf.gov.in |
📌 Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Male | 9096 |
| Female | 79 |
| Total | 9175 |
Major trades include: Driver, Cook, Carpenter, Washerman, Barber, Safai Karamchari, Tailor, Water Carrier, Painter, Mali, Mechanic etc.
🎓 Educational Qualification
- ✔ Minimum 10th Pass (Matriculation) from recognized board
- ✔ Driver: Valid Heavy Driving License required
- ✔ Mechanic: ITI + Experience required
- ✔ Other Trades: Skill proficiency required
🎯 Age Limit
| Post | Age |
|---|---|
| Driver | 21–27 Years |
| Other Posts | 18–23 Years |
✔ Age relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, ESM – applicable.
💰 Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Female / ESM | Exempted |
⚙️ Selection Process
- 🏃 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- 📏 Physical Standard Test (PST)
- 💻 Computer Based Test (CBT)
- 🛠️ Trade Test
- 📄 Document Verification
- 🩺 Medical Examination
🏃 PET Details
| Category | Race |
|---|---|
| Male | 5 Km in 24 min OR 1.6 Km in 10 min (varies by trade) |
| Female | 1.6 Km in 8.5–12 min |
📏 PST Details
| Criteria | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| Chest | 80–85 cm | Not Applicable |
✔ Relaxations applicable for reserved categories.
💻 Exam Pattern (CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| GK & Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| Hindi/English | 25 | 25 |
✔ Total: 100 Questions | 100 Marks | Duration: 2 Hours
✔ Negative Marking: 0.25 marks
🛠️ Trade Test
Trade test will be practical and qualifying in nature. Candidates must score minimum 20 marks out of 50 to qualify.
💰 Salary & Benefits
| Pay Level | Level-3 |
|---|---|
| Salary | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Benefits | DA, HRA, Medical, Pension, Allowances |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit official website rect.crpf.gov.in
- Click on Recruitment 2026 link
- Register and login
- Fill application form
- Upload documents
- Pay fees and submit
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 08 April 2026 |
| Apply Start | 20 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 19 May 2026 |
🔗 Important Links
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Active Soon |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
❓ FAQs: CRPF Recruitment 2026
1. How many vacancies are released in CRPF Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
A total of 9175 vacancies have been released, including 9096 posts for male and 79 posts for female candidates.
2. What is the last date to apply for CRPF Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 19 May 2026. Candidates should complete their application before the deadline.
3. What is the selection process for CRPF Constable Recruitment?
The selection process includes PET, PST, Computer Based Test (CBT), Trade Test, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
4. Is there negative marking in CRPF CBT exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the CBT exam.
5. What is the salary of CRPF Constable Technical & Tradesman?
The salary is as per Pay Level-3 with ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 along with allowances like DA, HRA and medical benefits.
