SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
Head Constable Vacancy 2026
Short Summary
SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026: Sashastra Seema Bal released SSB Head Constable Recruitment Notification 2026. Online forms will be accepted till 20-04-2026. You can apply online before the last date through the official site or the direct link given in the Important Links section.
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Important Dates
The SSB Head Constable Recruitment Notification 2026 has been released on 21-03-2026 at the official website. The online applications will be accepted from 21-03-2026 and the last date is 20-04-2026. Here are all the important dates including application form correction date, exam date, exam city release date, admit card available date, result announcement date etc.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date | 21-03-2026 |
| Last Date | 20-04-2026 |
| Exam Date | Will be notified soon |
| Admit Card Available | 4 days before exam |
Age Limit
Age limit and dates between the candidates date of birth should fall between for SSB Head Constable post is as follows:
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (Electrician) | 18-25 Years |
| Head Constable (Others) | 18-27 Years |
| The Age Limit as on | 20/04/2026 |
Application Fee
The exam fees for SSB Head Constable online application form 2026 is as follows:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Gen / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / ESM | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
| All Category Females | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
SSB Head Constable – Eligiblity 2026
Candidates must check the eligibility criteria before applying the online application form. Here is the eligibility details for SSB Head Constable.
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (Steward) | 12th Passed and Diploma in Catering & Kitchen Management, 01 Year Experience. |
| Head Constable (Communication) | 12th Passed with Science (PCM) and Diploma in Electronics / Communications / Computer Science / Information Technology. |
| Head Constable (Electrician) | 10th Passed and 02 Years Experience OR 01 Year ITI in Electrician Trade and 01 Year Experience OR 02 Years ITI in Electrician Trade. |
| Head Constable (Veterinary) | 12th Passed with Science and 02 Years Diploma in Veterinary & Livestock Development / Veterinary Stock Assistant Course / Animal Husbandry Course. |
SSB Head Constable – Vacancy Details 2026
Staff Selection Commission has released the Head Constable vacancies in various departments. Here is the Category & Gender wise vacancy details.
| Post Name | Total | Post Name | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (Steward) | 02 | Head Constable (Communication) | 197 |
| Head Constable (Electrician) | 29 | Head Constable (Veterinary) | 05 |
SSB Head Constable – Physical Eligibility
Candidates need to appear in the phsycal eligibility test for SSB Head Constable post. Here are the phsycal standards and effeciency details candidates must qualify including height, chest and race.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Posts | For Male | For Female |
|---|---|---|
| Head Constable | 1.6 KMs Race in 6 Minutes 30 Seconds | 800 Meters Race in 4 Minutes |
Physical Standards Test (PST)
| Description | Height (in cms) | Chest (in cms) | ||
| Male | Female | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The minimum Height or Chest for all candidates except those mentioned below (Unreserved or Economically Weaker Section, Scheduled Castes and Other Backward Classes) | 165 cm | 155 cm | Minimum – 75 Minimum expansion -5 | Not Applicable |
| The minimum Height or Chest for all candidates belonging to the Schedule Tribes category of all States or the Union territories District except as given in thefollowing para will be. | 160 cm | 148 cm | Minimum – 75 Minimum expansion -5 | Not Applicable |
| The minimum Height or Chest for the all the Scheduled Tribes hailing from North Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura | 155 cm | 147 cm | Minimum – 75 Minimum expansion -5 | Not Applicable |
| The minimum Height or Chest for the all Scheduled Tribes hailing from Left Wing Extremism affected Districts will be. | 158 cm | 147 cm | Minimum – 75 Minimum expansion -5 | Not Applicable |
| The minimum Height or Chest for the candidates failing in the Categories of Garhwali, Kumauni, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging of the States of Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Union territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh will be. | 162.5 cm | 152 cm | Minimum – 75 Minimum expansion -5 | Not Applicable |
| The minimum Height or Chest for the candidates hailing from North Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura other than the Scheduled Tribes | 160 cm | 150 cm | Minimum – 75 Minimum expansion -5 | Not Applicable |
| The minimum Height or Chest for the candidates hailing from Gorkha Territorial Administration comprising of the three Sub- Division of Darjeeling Districts, namely, Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Kurseong and includes the Following “Mouzas” Sub¬ Division of the Districts:-(1) Lohargarh Tea Garden (2) Lohagarh Forest; (3) Rangmohan; (4) Barachenga; (5) Panighata; (6) Chota Adalpur; (7) Paharu; (8) Sukna Forest; (9) Sukna Part-1; (10) Pantapati Forest-1; (11) Mahanadi Forest; (12) Champasari Forest; (13) Salbari Chhat Part-II; (14) Sitong forest; (15) Sivoke Hill Forest; (16) Sivoke Forest;(17) Chhota Chenga; and (18) Nipania. | 155 cm | 150 cm | Minimum – 75 Minimum expansion -5 | Not Applicable |
Also Check Other SSB Job Notifications
- SSB Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026
- SSB Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026
- SSB Assistant Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026
SSB Head Constable – Selection Process 2026
Candidate will be Selected on the basis of 4 key stages which are Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by the Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standards Test (PST), Medical Tests, and finally, Document Verification.
- Stage 1: It will be a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) which assesses a candidate’s physical fitness, usually through running.
- Stage 2: It will Physical Standard Test (PST) which involves checking physical standards such as height and chest measurements.
- Stage 3: It will be a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
- Stage 4: Skill Test (Only for Head Constable Electrician)
- Stage 5: Medical Examination
- Stage 6: Document Verification
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SSB Head Constable – Exam Pattern & Syllabus Exam 2026
The exam pattern for Head Constable (Veterinary, Driver, Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter, Carpenter & Nursing Orderly) includes the following stages.
Exam Pattern
The exam will be in CBT mode which focuses on General Knowledge, Mathematics, Reasoning, General English/General Hindi and technical subject. Here is the complete exam pattern.
- Exam Mode: CBT (Computer Based Test).
- Exam Duration: 180 minutes (3 Hours).
- Marking Scheme: There will be a negative marking of 1/4th for every wrong answer.
- Exam Language: The Computer-Based Examination (CBE) is conducted in English, Hindi and 13 Regional Languages viz. Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | General Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 3 Hours |
| Numerical Ability | ||||
| Logical Reasoning | ||||
| English & Hindi Language | ||||
| Part 2 | Technical Subject | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 3 Hours |
SSB Head Constable – Salary 2026
The SSB Head Constable Salary is as follows:
| Post | Scale Pay (Pay Level) |
|---|---|
| Head Constable | Rs. 25500-81100/- (Level 4) |
How to apply
Here is a step-by-step guide for “How to apply SSB Head Constable Online Form 2026”:
- Registration: Click on the Apply-Now button below in the Important Links Section and Click on the Register button on the next page. Fill all the required details like Personal Details, Qualification Details, Contact details etc.
- Application Form: After Registration upload photo and signature and other required documents.
- Submit Application: Review and submit the application form. Pay the application fee online.
- Take printout of application from after submission and also save as pdf.
Important Links:
| Content Type | Content Link |
|---|---|
| Fill Registration Form | Apply-Now |
| Official Notification | Notification |
| Official Website | Click-Here |
| Join Telegram | Join-Telegram |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join-WhatsApp |
FAQs
What is SSB Head Constable online form last date?
The last date to apply online is 20-04-2026.
What is SSB Head Constable selection process?
The selection process includes the following places Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Computer Based Test (CBT), Skill Test (Only for Head Constable Electrician), and Document Verification.
How many vacancies are released under SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
A total of 233 vacancies are released for Head Constable in SSB.