The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the General Duty (GD) Constable Notification for 2025, announcing 39,481 vacancies across various central armed forces. This is a significant opportunity for individuals aiming to serve in forces such as the BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF, Assam Rifles, and the Narcotics Control Bureau.
SSC GD Notification 2025
- Total Vacancies: 39,481 positions for GD Constables.
- Participating Forces: BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF, Assam Rifles, and NCB.
- Application Period: September 5, 2024, to October 14, 2024.
- Examination Dates: January to February 2025.
- Eligibility: Candidates aged 18-23 years with a 10th pass qualification.
- Application Fee: ₹100 for general male candidates; exemptions apply for others.
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
Vacancy Details 📝
The SSC GD 2025 recruitment drive aims to fill 39,481 constable positions in the following forces:
- Border Security Force (BSF)
- Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
- Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
- Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
- Secretariat Security Force (SSF)
- Assam Rifles
- Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)
Eligibility Criteria 📋
To apply for the SSC GD Constable positions, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Educational Qualification: Must have passed the 10th standard from a recognized board.
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 23 years as of January 1, 2025. Candidates should have been born between January 2, 2002, and January 1, 2007. Age relaxations are applicable as per government norms.
Application Process 🖥️
Interested candidates can apply online through the SSC’s official website. The application process involves:
- Registration: Create a new account or log in to an existing SSC account.
- Filling the Application Form: Provide personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information.
- Uploading Documents: Upload scanned copies of a recent photograph and signature.
- Payment of Application Fee: Pay ₹100 if applicable. Female candidates and those belonging to SC, ST, and Ex-servicemen categories are exempted from the fee.
- Submission: Review all details and submit the application. It’s advisable to print a copy for future reference.
Selection Process 🏆
The selection procedure for SSC GD Constables comprises four stages:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE): An online test covering subjects like General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Assessing physical fitness through tasks like running.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Measuring physical standards such as height and chest measurements.
- Medical Examination: Ensuring medical fitness of the candidates.
Exam Pattern 📚
The Computer-Based Examination will consist of:
- Subjects:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Knowledge & General Awareness
- Elementary Mathematics
- English/Hindi
- Number of Questions: 20 questions per subject.
- Marks per Question: 2 marks.
- Total Duration: 60 minutes.
- Negative Marking: 0.50 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
Physical Standards and Efficiency Tests 🏃♂️
Candidates who clear the CBE will undergo PET and PST. The requirements are:
- Height:
- Male: 170 cm
- Female: 157 cm
- Chest (for males):
- Unexpanded: 80 cm
- Minimum expansion: 5 cm
- Race:
- Male: 5 km in 24 minutes
- Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes
Important Dates 🗓️
- Notification Release Date: September 5, 2024.
- Application Start Date: September 5, 2024.
- Application End Date: October 14, 2024.
- Exam Dates: January to February 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ❓
- What is the last date to apply for SSC GD 2025?
- The last date to submit applications is October 14, 2024.
- Are there any application fee exemptions?
- Yes, female candidates and those belonging to SC, ST, and Ex-servicemen categories are exempted from paying the application fee.
- When will the SSC GD 2025 exam be conducted?
- The Computer-Based Examination is scheduled between January and February 2025.
For detailed information and updates, candidates are advised to visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.