SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply for 233 Vacancies Online
SSB Head Constable Online Application 2026
The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has announced Advertisement No. 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 233 positions for Head Constable roles, including Steward, Communication, Electrician, and Veterinary in Group-C Non-Gazetted (Combatised) & Non-Ministerial categories. These roles are temporary, and selected individuals may be assigned duties anywhere in India or abroad. Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official SSB Recruitment website.
Key Dates and Application Fee
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)Advertisement No. 524/RC/SSB/ Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025 |
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Age Limit and Vacancy Breakdown
AGE LIMIT As On 20-04-2026
- Age limit : 18 – 27 Years (Steward / Communication / Veterinary)
- Age limit : 18 – 25 Years ( Electrician )
- Extra Age As Per Govt. Rules
Vacancy Details Total Post : 233
| Post Name | Post | Qualification | |
| Head Constable (Steward) | 02 | 12th Pass from Recognised Board + 2 Year Diploma in Catering & Kitchen Management + 1 Year Experience as Steward in Min. 100-Bedded Hospital | |
| Head Constable (Communication) | 197 | 12th in Science (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics) from Recognised Board OR 3 Year Diploma in Electronics /Communications /Computer Science /IT from Recognised Institute | |
| Head Constable (Electrician) | 29 | Matriculation + 2 Year Work Experience in Respective Trade OR 1 Year ITI Certificate + 1 Year Experience OR 2 Year ITI Diploma in Respective /Similar Trade; Must Qualify Trade Test | |
| Head Constable (Veterinary) | 05 | 12th with Science & Biology from Recognised Board + 2 Year Diploma in Veterinary & Livestock Development /Veterinary Stock Assistant /Animal Husbandry from Recognised Institute | |
| Total | 233 | ||
Application Process and Selection Criteria
How To Fill Online Form
- Visit the official SSB Recruitment website.
- Click on the Apply Online link for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026.
- Register and fill in all required details accurately as per your matriculation certificate.
- Upload a passport-size photo and signature as per the specified formats.
- Pay the examination fee (if applicable) using the available payment methods.
- Submit the application and print a copy for your records.
Selection Process
- Stage I : Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Stage II : Written Examination – CBT (150 Marks, 3 Hours) | Part-I: 50 Marks (GK, Maths, Reasoning, English/Hindi) | Part-II: 100 Marks (Technical Subject)
- Stage III : Skill Test (For Head Constable Electrician Only)
- Stage IV : Document Verification (DV) + Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 233 vacancies are available across four posts: Head Constable (Steward) – 2, Head Constable (Communication) – 197, Head Constable (Electrician) – 29, and Head Constable (Veterinary) – 5.
Q2. What is the application fee for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
Answer: Candidates from UR, EWS, and OBC categories must pay Rs. 100/-, while SC, ST, Ex-Serviceman, and Female candidates are exempt from fees.
Q3. What is the age limit for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
Answer: The age limit is 18 to 27 years for Steward, Communication, and Veterinary posts, and 18 to 25 years for the Electrician post, as of the application closing date.
Q4. What is the pay scale for SSB Head Constable Recruitment posts?
Answer: All Head Constable positions are classified under Pay Level-4, with a basic pay ranging from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100, in accordance with the 7th CPC, along with various allowances.
Q5. What is the selection process for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
Answer: The selection involves a Physical Efficiency Test (PET), a Written Examination (CBT), a Skill Test (for Electrician), Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.
Q6. Which states are eligible to apply for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
Answer: This recruitment is open to all eligible Indian citizens from any state, as it falls under the Central Government's Ministry of Home Affairs. Non-citizens require prior permission from the Central Government to apply.
