Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026, Eligiblity, Age Limit, Application Fees, Selection process, Apply Online, SSB has released an official notification for the recruitment of Head Constable (Steward), Head Constable (Communication), Head Constable (Electrician), and Head Constable (Veterinary) posts. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online by visiting the official website of the Sashastra Seema Bal.
The application process for the SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 has begin on 21 March 2026 and last date is 20 April 2026. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and between 25 and 27 years of age (depending on the position). Candidates are advised to read the official notification before applying.
SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026
Office of the Director General, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India : Short Details of Notification
Advertisement No. 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt/CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025 | Short Details of Notification
Important Date
- Notification Released : 16 March 2026
- Application Start : 21 March 2026
- Last Date for Apply Online : 20 April 2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment : 20 April 2026
- Correction Last Date : As per schedule
- Exam Date : Notify Soon
- Admit Card : Notify Soon
- Result Date : Updated Soon
Application Fees
- UR/OBC/EWS (Male candidates) : 100/-
- SC/ST/Ex-servicemen/ Women : 00/-
- Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking or Offline Mode Only.
Age Limit
- Head Constable (Steward) : Between 18 and 27 Years
- Head Constable (Communication) : Between 18 and 27 Years
- Head Constable (Electrician) : Between 18 and 25 Years
- Head Constable (Veterinary) : Between 18 and 27 Years
- Age relaxation for Reserved Category candidates as per Rules.
No. of Post
233 Posts
Vanacy Details
| Post Name | Total | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (Communication) | 197 | 87 | 18 | 55 | 20 | 17 |
| Head Constable (Electrician) | 29 | 13 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Head Constable (Veterinary) | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Head Constable (Steward) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 233 | 105 | 20 | 62 | 27 | 19 |
Eligiblity Criteria
- Qualifications – Head Constable (Steward):
- 12th class pass from a recognized Board.
- Diploma of minimum two years duration in Catering and Kitchen Management from an institution recognized by the Central Government or State Government.
- Working experience of minimum one year as a Steward in a minimum hundred bedded hospital or institution recognized by the Central Government or State Government.
- Qualifications – Head Constable (Communication):
- 12th class pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from a recognized Board; OR
- Three years Diploma in Electronics or Communications or Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognized Institute.
- Qualifications – Head Constable (Electrician):
- Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board.
- Two years work experience in respective trade; OR
- One year certificate course from a recognized Industrial Training Institute or Vocational Institute with at least one year experience in the respective trade; OR
- Two years Diploma from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the respective trade or similar trade; AND
- Must qualify trade test.
- Qualifications – Head Constable (Veterinary):
- 12th class pass with Science and Biology as main subject from a recognized Board.
- Two years Diploma Course in Veterinary and Livestock Development or Veterinary Stock Assistant Course or Animal Husbandry Course from an institution recognized by the Central Government or State Government.
- For More Details Read the Official Notification.
Salary
- Pay Scale : Level-4 Pay Matrix: ₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/- Per Month (Plus DA, RA, HRA and other admissible allowances).
Selection Process
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Written Examination (CBT)
- Skill Test
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME)
SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026: How to Apply
- Visit the official website (https://ssb.gov.in/) of SSB. Candidates can apply between 21 March 2026 to 20 April 2026.
- Candidate Read the Official Notification Before Applying in “SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026“.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document – Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All details Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://ssb.gov.in/ |
| Age Calculator tool | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
| More Recruitments | Click Here |

SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026– Important Questions
When will the online application for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 Start?
The online application for this recruitment has started from 21 March 2026.
What is the official website of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)?
The official website of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) is https://ssb.gov.in/.
How many vacancies are there?
There are total 233 vacancies.
What is the Selection Process for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
Candidates will be selected based on Physical Test + Written Examination + Skill Test + Document Verification (DV) + Medical Examination.
What is the last date to submit the application form for this recruitment?
The last date to submit this form SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 is 20 April 2026
