SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026

SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026: The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has officially released the SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification for a total of 233 vacancies. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for candidates who have completed 10th, 12th, or Diploma and wish to work in a prestigious paramilitary force under the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official recruitment portal recruitment.ssb.gov.in. According to the notification published in the Employment News (21–27 March 2026 edition), the recruitment will be conducted for multiple technical and non-technical posts.

In this article, you will find complete details including vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, salary, selection process, application fee, and step-by-step application procedure.

SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview

Details	Information
Organization	Sashastra Seema Bal
Department	Ministry of Home Affairs
Post Name	Head Constable (Steward, Communication, Electrician, Veterinary)
Total Vacancies	233
Salary	₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4 Pay Matrix)
Qualification	10th / 12th / Diploma (Post Wise)
Age Limit	18 – 27 Years / 18 – 25 Years
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	recruitment.ssb.gov.in

SSB Head Constable Vacancy 2026 (Post-Wise)

The 233 vacancies are distributed across different technical and support roles.

Post Name	Vacancies
Head Constable (Steward)	2
Head Constable (Communication)	197
Head Constable (Electrician)	29
Head Constable (Veterinary)	5
Total	233

Additionally, 10% of the vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen as per government rules.

SSB Head Constable Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must carefully review the eligibility conditions before applying.

Educational Qualification

Head Constable (Steward)

• 12th Pass from a recognized board
• Minimum 2-year Diploma in Catering or Kitchen Management
• At least 1 year work experience as a Steward in a 100-bedded hospital or recognized institution

Head Constable (Communication)

• 12th pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
  OR
• 3-year Diploma in Electronics / Communication / Computer Science / IT

Head Constable (Electrician)

• Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized board
  AND any of the following:
• 2 years trade experience
• 1 year ITI certificate + 1 year experience
• 2-year ITI diploma in relevant trade

Head Constable (Veterinary)

• 12th pass with Science and Biology
• 2-year Diploma in Veterinary or Animal Husbandry related course

Age Limit (As on Closing Date)

Post	Age Limit
Steward	18 – 27 Years
Communication	18 – 27 Years
Electrician	18 – 25 Years
Veterinary	18 – 27 Years

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST – 5 Years
• OBC – 3 Years
• Ex-Servicemen – As per government rules
• Central Govt Employees – Up to 40–45 years depending on category

SSB Head Constable Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive a Level-4 Pay Matrix salary as per the 7th Pay Commission.

• Basic Pay: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month
• Additional Benefits:
  • Dearness Allowance (DA)
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA)
  • Ration Allowance
  • Other admissible government benefits

Candidates will also be covered under the New Pension Scheme (NPS) or the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) according to government regulations.

SSB Head Constable Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of multiple stages:

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• Male: 1.6 km run in 6 minutes 30 seconds
• Female: 800 meters in 4 minutes

2. Physical Standard Test (PST)

Candidates must meet prescribed height and chest measurements according to category.

3. Written Examination (CBT)

• Duration: 3 Hours
• Total Marks: 150
• Questions: 150 MCQs

Subjects include:

• General Knowledge
• Mathematics
• Reasoning
• English / Hindi
• Technical Subject (Post Specific)

4. Skill Test

Applicable only for Head Constable (Electrician).

5. Document Verification & Medical Examination

Final shortlisted candidates must pass medical fitness standards before appointment.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
UR / OBC / EWS	₹100
SC / ST	Free
Female Candidates	Free
Ex-Servicemen	Free

Payment can be made via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	21–27 March 2026
Application Start	As per notification
Last Date to Apply	30 days from advertisement publication

How to Apply for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026

Follow these simple steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official recruitment website recruitment.ssb.gov.in
2. Open the SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 notification.
3. Click on Apply Online.
4. Fill in your personal and educational details.
5. Upload required documents including photograph and signature.
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
7. Submit the form and save the registration number for future reference.

Candidates should keep a printed copy of the application form for the recruitment process.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Candidates must carry original documents during verification.
• Candidates can apply for only one post.
• Applications submitted through offline mode will not be accepted.
• All details including name and date of birth must match the matriculation certificate.
• Admit cards will be available on the official website before the examination.

Important Links – SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026

Action	Link
Apply Online	Visit Official Recruitment Portal
Download Official Notification	Check Notification PDF
Official Website	Sashastra Seema Bal Official Site
Latest Government Jobs	Check Here
Employment News	Employment News Official Updates

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