SSB Head Constable Exam Results 2026 Announced: Key Details Inside

The Sashastra Seema Bal has announced the results for the Head Constable (Ministerial) 2020 recruitment exam. A total of 1,725 candidates have qualified for the typing and skill test scheduled from November 16 to 18, 2026. This article provides essential details about the cut-off marks, the number of shortlisted candidates, and important instructions for the upcoming typing test. Candidates can check their results on the official SSB websites.

By Ambika Singh Nov 4, 2026, 13:19 IST

SSB Head Constable Result 2026 Released

The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has officially published the results for the written examination (CBT) related to the Head Constable (Ministerial) recruitment for 2020. Furthermore, the schedule for the subsequent phase—the computer-based typing and skill test—has been disclosed. Candidates who passed the written exam can check their results and the full list of selected candidates by visiting the official websites, ssb.gov.in or recruitment.ssb.gov.in.

Typing and Skill Test Scheduled

Typing and Skill Test Dates
As per the official announcement, the typing and skill test for those shortlisted will take place from November 16 to November 18, 2026. Admit cards for this phase will be available on the official website shortly.

Qualified Candidates and Cut-Off Details

Qualified Candidates Overview
A total of 1,725 candidates have been selected for the typing test, which is 15 times the number of vacancies available—115 positions. Below are the category-wise details regarding vacancies, shortlisted candidates, and cut-off marks:

Category	Total Vacancies	Shortlisted Candidates	Cut-off Marks
General (UR)	47	705	90
OBC	26	390	88
EWS	11	165	86
SC	21	315	84
ST	10	150	80
Total	115	1725

Important Information for the Typing Test

Typing Test Format
The typing test will be conducted in a 'paper-to-screen' format, requiring candidates to type on a computer screen while referring to text provided on paper.

Test Duration and Language Options
Participants will have 10 minutes to complete the test, which can be taken in either English or Hindi. For Hindi typing, candidates can choose between the 'Mangal' or 'Kurtidev' font on the computer.

Typing Speed Requirements
A minimum typing speed of 35 words per minute (wpm) in English or 30 wpm in Hindi is mandatory. An error margin of only 5% of the total words typed will be allowed.

Keyboard Functionality
During the test, the 'Backspace' and 'Delete' keys will be operational, enabling candidates to correct any errors made while typing.