SSC GD Constable Exam: Everything You Need to Know
Quick Overview
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
What is the SSC GD Exam?
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the GD Constable exam to recruit personnel for:
- BSF (Border Security Force)
- CISF (Central Industrial Security Force)
- CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force)
- ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police)
- SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal)
- SSF (Secretariat Security Force)
- Rifleman in Assam Rifles
SSC GD Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, ensure you meet the following requirements:
- Education: Must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
- Age Limit: 18 to 23 years (Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC as per govt norms).
- Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Latest SSC GD Exam Pattern
The Computer Based Examination (CBE) consists of one objective type paper containing 80 questions carrying 2 marks each.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| English/Hindi | 20 | 40 |
Total Duration: 60 Minutes | Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Detailed SSC GD Syllabus
1. Reasoning
Analogies, similarities and differences, spatial visualization, spatial orientation, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, and figural classification.
2. General Knowledge
Current events, India and its neighboring countries, Sports, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity, Indian Constitution, and Scientific Research.
3. Mathematics
Number Systems, Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals and Fractions, Relationship between Numbers, Fundamental arithmetical operations, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Mensuration, Time and Distance, Ratio and Time, Time and Work, etc.
Physical Standards (PST/PET)
Candidates who clear the online exam must undergo physical testing:
| Category | Male Height | Female Height |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/SC | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| ST | 162.5 cm | 150 cm |
SSC GD 2026-2027: Important Dates & Status
⚠️ ALERT: The SSC GD 2026 CBT Exam has been POSTPONED. Revised dates will be announced soon at ssc.gov.in.
Recruitment Cycle 2026 (Ongoing)
| Notification Released | December 1, 2025 |
| Original Exam Date | February 23, 2026 (Postponed) |
| Revised Exam Date | To Be Notified (Expected March/April 2026) |
| Admit Card Release | 4 Days before the new exam date |
Upcoming SSC GD 2027 Cycle (Tentative)
According to the official SSC Exam Calendar 2026-27, the next major recruitment drive is scheduled as follows:
| SSC GD 2027 Notification | September 30, 2026 |
| Online Application Window | Sept 30 to Oct 31, 2026 |
| Tentative Exam Period | January – March 2027 |