SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2024: Apply Online for 39481 Posts
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the General Duty (GD) Constable Recruitment 2024. This recruitment drive is a fantastic opportunity for candidates who want to join the CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces), NIA (National Investigation Agency), SSF (Secretariat Security Force), and the Assam Rifles as a Rifleman (GD). With 39481 vacancies available, this examination offers a gateway to prestigious government jobs in India’s security forces. Below is a detailed breakdown of eligibility, application process, and key information that every applicant needs to know.
Important Dates for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2024
- Start of Application: 05/09/2024
- Last Date to Apply Online: 14/10/2024 (till 11 PM)
- Payment of Exam Fee Deadline: 15/10/2024
- Correction Window: 05-07 November 2024
- Computer-Based Exam Date (CBT): January / February 2025
- Admit Card Availability: Before the Exam
SSC GD Constable 2024: Application Fee Details
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / All Female Candidates: No Fee
- Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan
Eligibility Criteria for SSC GD Constable 2024
To apply for the SSC GD Constable 2024, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Education: Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or its equivalent from any recognized board in India.
- Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 years (as of 01/01/2025)
- Maximum Age: 23 years (age relaxation as per rules for reserved categories)
Vacancy Breakdown for SSC GD Constable 2024
The total number of posts for this recruitment is 39481, spread across different security forces. Here is a detailed force-wise vacancy list:
- Border Security Force (BSF): 15,654 Posts
- Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): 7,145 Posts
- Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF): 11,541 Posts
- Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB): 819 Posts
- Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP): 3,017 Posts
- Assam Rifles (AR): 1,248 Posts
- Secretariat Security Force (SSF): 35 Posts
- Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB): 22 Posts
Category-wise Vacancy Details
The vacancies are divided between male and female candidates across categories:
- BSF:
- Male: UR (5563), EWS (1330), OBC (2906), SC (2018), ST (1489) – Total: 13,306
- Female: UR (986), EWS (234), OBC (510), SC (356), ST (262) – Total: 2,348
- CISF:
- Male: UR (2720), EWS (644), OBC (1420), SC (959), ST (687) – Total: 6430
- Female: UR (308), EWS (74), OBC (156), SC (106), ST (71) – Total: 715
- CRPF:
- Male: UR (4765), EWS (1130), OBC (2510), SC (1681), ST (1213) – Total: 11299
- Female: UR (116), EWS (19), OBC (53), SC (34), ST (20) – Total: 242
Physical Eligibility for SSC GD Constable 2024
Physical fitness is a key requirement for the SSC GD Constable recruitment. The physical standards required for male and female candidates are as follows:
Height Requirements:
- Male (General/OBC/SC): 170 cm
- Male (ST): 162.5 cm
- Female (General/OBC/SC): 157 cm
- Female (ST): 150 cm
Chest Measurements (Male Candidates Only):
- General/OBC/SC: 80 cm (Unexpanded) – 85 cm (Expanded)
- ST: 76 cm (Unexpanded) – 80 cm (Expanded)
Running Requirement:
- Male: 5 km in 24 minutes
- Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes
How to Apply for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2024
Candidates must follow these steps to successfully apply for the SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2024:
- Visit the SSC Official Website: Log in to the official website of SSC between 05/09/2024 and 14/10/2024.
- Live Photo Submission: As per the new rules, the candidate’s photograph must be taken live either through a webcam or the official SSC app. Ensure a clear, front-facing image with a light background.
- Prepare Required Documents: Before starting the application, collect all necessary documents such as eligibility proof, ID proof, and address details. Also, ensure that you have scanned copies of your photo, signature, and ID proof.
- Double-check the Application: Carefully fill in all the required information and check your application thoroughly before submitting it. Ensure all sections are completed accurately.
- Submit the Application Fee: If applicable, ensure that you pay the required application fee. Without it, your form will not be accepted.
- Print the Final Submitted Form: After completing the application process, take a printout of the final submission for future reference.
Selection Procedure for SSC GD Constable 2024
The selection process for SSC GD Constable 2024 includes the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Conducted in January/February 2025, this online exam will assess candidates on topics like General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates who clear the CBT will be invited for the PET where physical fitness will be tested through tasks like running.
- Medical Examination: Candidates who pass the PET will undergo a medical examination to ensure they meet the health standards required for the role.
- Document Verification: Lastly, all documents will be verified before the final appointment is made.
Admit Card and Exam Details
The SSC GD Constable Admit Card 2024 will be available on the official SSC website a few days before the exam. Candidates should download it and take a printout for entry to the exam hall.
