SSB Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 827 Vacancies
Application Start Date | 21 March 2026 |
Application Last Date | 20 April 2026 |
Total Vacancies | 827 |
Organization | Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Ministry of Home Affairs. |
Post Name | Constable (Veterinary, Driver-Male only, Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter, Carpenter, and Nursing Orderly). |
Application Fee | UR / EWS / OBC: ₹100/- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female: Nil (Exempted) |
SSB Constable Recruitment 2026
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has released a recruitment notification for 827 Constable vacancies including Driver, Veterinary, and various Tradesmen roles. Eligible candidates with a 10th-pass qualification can apply online through the official portal. Check this post for full details on eligibility, age limits, physical standards, and the step-by-step application process for SSB Recruitment 2026.
SSB Constable Recruitment Details 2026
- Post Name: Constable (Veterinary, Driver-Male only, Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter, Carpenter, and Nursing Orderly).
- Total posts: 827 Posts
- Pay Scale: Level-3 (Rs. 21,700 – 69,100) plus admissible allowances.
Vacancy Distribution (Post-wise)
- Constable (Driver – Male only): 553
- Constable (Washerman): 74
- Constable (Barber): 43
- Constable (Gardener): 41
- Constable (Tailor): 41
- Constable (Veterinary): 34
- Constable (Cobbler): 25
- Constable (Carpenter): 7
- Constable (Water Carrier): 5
- Constable (Waiter): 3
- Constable (Nursing Orderly): 1
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: Citizen of India (Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan are also eligible for certain posts).
Name of Post | Age | Essential Educational & Professional Qualification |
Constable (Veterinary) | Between 18 and 27 years | (i) 10th class pass with Science as main subject from a recognized Board, and (ii) One year experience in treatment of different species of animals, in a recognized Veterinary Hospital. |
Constable (Driver) only for male | Between 18 and 27 years | i) 10th class pass from a recognised Board, and ii) Must possess valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License. |
Constables (Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter) | Between 18 and 23 years | a) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised board with. (i) Two years work experience in respective trades; or (ii) One year certificate course from a recognised Industrial Training Institute or Vocational Institute with at least one year experience in the trade; or (iii) Two years Diploma from recognised Industrial Training Institute in the trade or similar trade. (b) Must qualify trade test. Note :- Multi-skilled candidates will be given preference. |
Constable (Carpenter) | Between 18 and 25 years | a) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised Board; (b) two years work experience in respective trade; or (c) one year certificate course from a recognised Industrial Training Institute or Vocational Institute with at least one year experience in the respective trade; or (d) two years Diploma from a recognised Industrial Training Institute in the respective trade or similar trade; and e) Must qualify trade test. |
Constable (Nursing Orderly) | Between 18 years and 27 years | (i) 10th class pass from a recognised Board; (ii) First Aid certificate course from St. John's Ambulance Organisation or Red Cross Society of India; and (iii) Working experience of duration of minimum one year as a Nursing Orderly in a minimum fifty bedded Hospital or Institution recognised by the Central Government or State Governments. |
(Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC as per government rules).
Selection Process
2. Physical Standard Test (PST): Height and chest measurements.
3. Written Examination: Objective type (GK, Maths, Reasoning, and Trade-specific questions).
5. Trade/Skill Test: Practical test for the specific trade.
6. Medical Examination & Document Verification.
How to Apply for SSB Constable Recruitment 2026 ?
Applications are accepted online only through the official SSB recruitment portal.
- Visit the Website: Go to https://applyssb.com/SSB_CT_25/applicationIndex.
- Registration: Fill in your basic details to create a profile.
- Upload Documents: Ensure you have scanned copies of your 10th-grade certificate, identity proof, photograph, and signature ready.
- Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹100 (UR/OBC/EWS). SC, ST, Female, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt from the fee.
- Submit: Review your application and submit it before the deadline (April 20, 2026).
Important Links
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FAQs
Q.1: What is the total number of vacancies for SSB Constable Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 827 vacancies available for various posts, including Constable (Driver, Veterinary, Carpenter, and various Tradesmen).
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Q.2: What is the last date to apply for SSB Constable recruitment?
The online application window is open for 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News (approximately April 20, 2026).
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Q.3: Can female candidates apply for all posts?
Most trades are open to both male and female candidates. However, the post of Constable (Driver) is specifically reserved for Male candidates only.
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Q.4: Is there any application fee for SC/ST candidates?
No. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, and Female categories are exempted from paying the application fee. UR, EWS, and OBC candidates must pay ₹100.
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Q.5: What is the selection process for these posts?
The selection process consists of four stages:
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST)
Written Examination (Computer Based Test/OMR)
Documentation and Skill/Trade Test
Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
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Q.6: What is the age limit for the Constable (Driver) post?
For the post of Constable (Driver), the age limit is 18 to 27 years. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per government rules.
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Q.7: Is a driving license mandatory for all posts?
No, a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License is only mandatory for the post of Constable (Driver). Other trades require 10th pass certificates and relevant trade experience or ITI certificates.
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Q.8: What is the running requirement for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET)?
For Males: 4.8 km race to be completed in 24 minutes.
For Females: 2.4 km race to be completed in 18 minutes.
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Q.9: What is the starting salary for an SSB Constable?
The posts fall under Pay Level-3, with a basic pay scale of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month, plus Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, and other benefits.
