Full Information about SSC GD Constable 2025

Important Dates 

Staying updated with the key dates is the first step toward a successful application. Be sure to note the following schedule released by the SSC:

Candidates are strongly advised to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical glitches due to heavy website traffic.

Vacancy Details

For the 2025 recruitment cycle, the SSC has announced a substantial number of 39,481 tentative vacancies. These vacancies are distributed among various forces and are further broken down by gender and category.

A force-wise vacancy distribution:

Key Points:

• Vacancies for SSF and NCB are filled on an All-India basis.
• Vacancies in all other CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, etc.) are filled according to the vacancies available in various States/UTs.
• 10% of vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen (ESM).
• Some vacancies are also specifically earmarked for candidates from Border Guarding Districts and Militancy/Naxal affected districts.

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, it's crucial to ensure you meet all the eligibility requirements set by the Commission. The candidature is provisional at all stages, and if any discrepancy is found later, the candidature will be canceled.

Educational Qualification (as on 01-01-2025)

• The fundamental educational requirement is that a candidate must have passed the Matriculation or 10th Class Examination from a recognized Board or University.
• Candidates must have acquired this qualification on or before the cut-off date of
  January 1, 2025. 
• Degrees or diplomas awarded through Open and Distance Learning modes are also recognized, provided they have been approved by the Distance Education Bureau, UGC.

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)

• The age limit for candidates is 18 to 23 years.
• This means candidates must have been born not earlier than January 2, 2002, and not later than January 1, 2007.

The SSC provides relaxations in the upper age limit for various reserved categories:

Note: The Date of Birth filled in the online application form must match the one in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate.

Application Fee and Process

The application process is entirely online, and candidates must follow the instructions carefully to avoid rejection.

Application Fee

• The application fee is a nominal ₹100 (Rupees One Hundred only).
• Fee Exemption: Women candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) are exempted from paying the fee.
• Payment Mode: The fee can only be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, and RuPay Debit cards.

How to Apply

1. One-Time Registration (OTR): All candidates must first complete the OTR process on the new SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in. The OTR generated on the old website (ssc.nic.in) is not functional for this application.
2. Fill the Application Form: After OTR, log in and proceed to fill out the online application form for the examination.
3. Live Photograph Capture: A key update is the requirement to capture a live photograph through the application module.
   • Find a spot with good lighting and a plain background.
   • The camera must be at eye level, and you must look straight ahead.
   • You must not wear a cap, mask, or spectacles during the photo capture.
   • Capturing a photo of an existing photograph will lead to immediate rejection.
4. Upload Signature: The scanned signature must be in JPEG format, between 10 to 20 KB in size, with dimensions of approximately 6.0 cm (width) x 2.0 cm (height). Blurred or miniature signatures will be rejected.
5. Submit and Pay Fee: After filling in all details, preview the form carefully before final submission. Proceed to pay the application fee if applicable.

Application Correction Window

The SSC provides a 3-day window from November 5 to November 7, 2024, for candidates to correct or modify their application forms.

• First Correction: A uniform charge of ₹200 will be levied.
• Second Correction: If you need to make corrections again, a charge of ₹500 will apply.
  This fee is applicable to all candidates, irrespective of gender or category.

Salary 

A career in the armed police forces not only offers respect and a chance to serve the nation but also comes with a stable and attractive salary package as per the 7th Pay Commission. The pay scale varies depending on the post.

• Constable in BSF, CISF, CRPF (and other posts): Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 to ₹69,100).
• For Sepoy in NCB: Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 to ₹56,900).

In addition to the basic pay, personnel are entitled to various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other benefits as applicable.

Selection Process

The selection process for the SSC GD Constable is a rigorous four-stage procedure designed to test the mental acuity, physical fitness, and medical standards of the candidates.

1. Stage I: Computer-Based Examination (CBE): This is an objective-type online exam that assesses a candidate's knowledge and reasoning abilities. Performance in the CBE is the primary factor for shortlisting for the next stage.
2. Stage II: Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates who qualify the CBE are called for physical tests. The PST involves measuring height, weight, and chest, while the PET is a race to test endurance.
3. Stage III: Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Candidates who clear the PST/PET undergo a thorough medical check-up by a Medical Board to ensure they are medically fit for the demanding duties.
4. Stage IV: Document Verification (DV): All original documents and certificates are verified at this stage, which is conducted along with the DME.

The final merit list is prepared based on the normalized marks scored in the CBE for candidates who successfully clear all subsequent stages.