SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 — 233 Vacancies

Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has released notification for 233 Head Constable posts across four trades — Steward, Communication, Electrician, and Veterinary. Candidates who have passed 12th Class or hold a relevant Diploma can apply online. Last date to apply is 20 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 per month under Level-4 of the 7th CPC.

Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Head Constable Recruitment 2026 — 233 Posts

Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), a Central Armed Police Force under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has announced recruitment for 233 Head Constable posts in four specialised trades. The largest share of vacancies — 197 out of 233 — goes to the Communication trade. This notification was published in the Employment News edition of 21-27 March 2026, and online applications will be accepted through the official recruitment portal. Candidates with a 12th pass or technical diploma background should not miss this opportunity.

Vacancy Breakdown by Trade

10% of total posts in each category are reserved for Ex-Servicemen.

Who Can Apply?

Head Constable (Communication) — 197 Posts

• Qualification: You need to have passed 12th Class (Senior Secondary) in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognised Board. Alternatively, a 3-year Diploma in Electronics, Communication, Computer Science, or Information Technology from a recognised institute is also accepted.

Head Constable (Electrician) — 29 Posts

• Qualification: You need to have passed Matriculation (10th Class) from a recognised Board, plus an ITI Certificate in the Electrician trade from a recognised institute.

Head Constable (Veterinary) — 5 Posts

• Qualification: You need to have passed Intermediate (10+2) in Science with Biology as a main subject, plus a 2-year Diploma in Veterinary and Livestock Development, Veterinary Stock Assistant, or Animal Husbandry from a recognised institute.

Head Constable (Steward) — 2 Posts

• Qualification: You need a minimum 2-year Diploma in Catering and Kitchen Management from a recognised institute, plus at least 1 year of working experience as a Steward in a hospital or institution with a minimum of 100 beds.

Age Limit

• For HC (Steward), HC (Communication), and HC (Veterinary): You should be between 18 and 27 years old.
• For HC (Electrician): You should be between 18 and 25 years old.
• Age is calculated as on the closing date of receipt of applications (20 April 2026).
• Age Relaxation:
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 3 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deducting military service from actual age
• Government servants: Up to 5 years as per rules

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a salary of Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 per month under Level-4 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix.
• You will also receive Dearness Allowance (DA), Ration Money Allowance, House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other admissible allowances as per Central Government rules.
• In-hand salary with all allowances will be significantly higher than basic pay.

Physical Standards

For Male Candidates:

• Height: 165 cm (relaxed to 162.5 cm for candidates from hill areas and specified categories)
• Chest: 75 cm unexpanded, 80 cm expanded (5 cm minimum expansion)
• Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards

For Female Candidates:

• Height: 155 cm (relaxed to 150 cm for candidates from hill areas and specified categories)
• Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards

Physical Efficiency Test (PET):

• Male: 1.6 km run in 6 minutes 30 seconds
• Female: 800 metres run in 4 minutes

Application Fee

• General / EWS / OBC candidates: Rs. 100 (Non-refundable)
• SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Women candidates: No fee (Exempted)
• Payment Mode: Online through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 4 stages:

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST): This is a qualifying round. Male candidates need to complete a 1.6 km run in 6 minutes 30 seconds, and female candidates need to complete an 800-metre run in 4 minutes. Height and chest measurements will also be verified.
2. Written Examination: An objective-type (OMR-based) written exam will be conducted. Minimum qualifying marks are 50% for General/EWS/OBC/Ex-SM and 45% for SC/ST candidates.
3. Skill Test: For Head Constable (Electrician), a practical skill test carrying 50 marks will be conducted. Up to 20 times the vacancies (category-wise) will be called. Minimum qualifying marks for the skill test is 60% for all categories including SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-SM. Other trades may also have trade-specific practical tests.
4. Document Verification and Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification followed by a thorough medical examination as per CAPF standards.

How to Apply

1. Go to the SSB recruitment portal at recruitment.ssb.gov.in.
2. Click on the Head Constable (Non-GD) 2026 advertisement link.
3. Register yourself with a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and other required details.
5. Upload your passport-size photograph, signature, and required documents.
6. Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 online (if applicable).
7. Review all details carefully, submit the form, and take a printout for your records.

Important Dates

• Notification Published (Employment News): 21 March 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 21 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 20 April 2026
• PET/PST Date: To be announced
• Written Exam Date: To be announced
• Admit Card Date: To be announced

• Operate and maintain communication equipment and radio systems at border posts and field locations
• Assist in border security operations and patrol duties when assigned
• Carry out electrical installation, repair, and maintenance work at SSB establishments
• Provide veterinary first aid and assist in the care of service animals and livestock
• Prepare and serve meals, manage kitchen supplies, and maintain hygiene standards in mess facilities
• Maintain daily duty logs, equipment registers, and operational records
• Follow standing orders and standard operating procedures of the force
• Participate in physical fitness training and annual proficiency tests