The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced a major recruitment drive, the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025, presenting a significant opportunity for individuals seeking to join various security forces in India. This year, the recruitment drive boasts a total of 39,481 vacancies, a substantial number that underscores the need for skilled and dedicated personnel within the country’s security apparatus.
The recruitment aims to fill Constable (GD) positions in various prominent security forces, including:
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Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF):
This encompasses the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), and Assam Rifles. The breakdown of vacancies for each force is as follows:*
BSF:
15,654 vacancies (13,306 male, 2,348 female)*
CISF:
7,145 vacancies (6,430 male, 715 female)*
CRPF:
11,541 vacancies (11,299 male, 242 female)*
SSB:
819 male vacancies*
ITBP:
3,017 vacancies (2,564 male, 453 female)*
Assam Rifles:
1,248 vacancies (1,148 male, 100 female)*
Special Security Force (SSF):
35 vacancies*
Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB):
22 vacancies (11 male, 11 female)The recruitment drive caters to a diverse range of candidates, with a total of 35,612 vacancies allocated for male candidates and 3,869 for female candidates. Interested candidates can access detailed information regarding state-wise vacancies on the SSC website.
Application Timeline and Eligibility:
To be eligible for the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025, candidates must possess a 10th pass qualification and fall within the age bracket of 18 to 23 years. The online application process commenced immediately following the release of the notification and will continue until 11 PM on October 14. The deadline for submitting the application fee is 11 PM on October 15. A correction window for online application forms will be available from November 5 to November 7, 11 PM.
Recruitment Process:
The recruitment process for SSC GD Constable 2025 will be conducted in multiple stages, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of candidates. The initial stage involves a Computer Based Examination (CBE), which will be followed by the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and the Physical Measurement Test (PST). Only candidates who successfully clear the PET and PST will be eligible to proceed to the medical examination and document verification stage. The final merit list will be determined based on the scores obtained in the written examination (CBE), with PET and PST serving as qualifying rounds.
Increased Vacancies and Language Options:
The SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025 reflects a significant expansion in the number of vacancies compared to the previous recruitment cycle. The initial number of vacancies was 26,146, but this figure was later revised to 46,617 to accommodate a larger pool of qualified candidates. Recognizing the importance of inclusivity, the SSC has also introduced a wider range of language options for the examination. From 2024 onwards, the first phase of the examination is now conducted in 13 languages, including Hindi and English, to cater to a more diverse group of candidates. This expansion ensures a more equitable selection process, allowing candidates from various linguistic backgrounds to participate effectively.
The SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025 offers a valuable opportunity for aspiring candidates to join prestigious security forces and contribute to the safety and security of India. The combination of a substantial number of vacancies and an inclusive examination process makes this recruitment drive a notable event in the realm of government recruitment in India.
