SSC GD Constable 2027 Notification: Dates, Vacancies, Fee

If you have passed Class 10 and want to serve in a Central Armed Police Force, the SSC GD Constable notification is the document you need to watch. This guide shows where the 2027 cycle stands on 4 November 2026. It covers the dates in SSC's calendar, the vacancies and fee from the last cycle, and what you can do today so you're ready when the application form opens.

Let's go through it step by step.

Key Takeaways

• On 4 November 2026, reports say SSC has not yet released the Constable (GD) 2027 notice. Check ssc.gov.in for the latest.
• SSC's revised calendar had planned the notice for 30 September 2026, with applications closing on 31 October 2026. Both dates have passed, so the notice will carry new dates.
• SSC's calendar places the computer-based exam (CBE) in January–March 2027. This is tentative.
• Last cycle at a glance: 25,487 vacancies, a ₹100 fee (women, SC, ST and ex-servicemen paid nothing) and an 80-question CBE worth 160 marks.
• Finish your One-Time Registration (OTR) now, so you only have to fill in the form once the notice is out.

SSC GD Constable Notification: What You Can Act On Now

Current status

SSC planned the Constables (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2027 for this autumn. Its revised calendar gave 30 September 2026 as the notice date. That date has passed. Reports from late October 2026 say the notice is still awaited and now expected in late October or November 2026.

You can only get the notice from SSC's official website, where it will appear under the latest notices as a PDF:

Check for the SSC GD notification on ssc.gov.in

Last date to apply and fee deadline

The calendar gave 31 October 2026 as the closing date, but no application window opened. The real last date to apply and the last date to pay the fee will be in the official notice, so check it when it comes out.

Last cycle's timings help you plan. Applications were open for about a month, from 1 to 31 December 2025, and the fee could be paid until 1 January 2026. Reports say SSC's notice made clear the last date would not be extended. Don't leave your form until the final day.

Expected exam window

SSC's calendar puts the CBE in January–March 2027. This is tentative. With the notice running late, the exam could move too. Last cycle's exam moved from February to April–May 2026.

Who should read on

This guide is for you if you have passed Class 10 and want to join the CAPF and allied forces as a Constable (GD) or Rifleman (GD). That means BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF or Assam Rifles.

SSC GD Constable Important Dates

The table puts the 2027 cycle next to last cycle's actual dates, so you can see the usual pattern.

Which dates are confirmed?

None of the 2027 dates are confirmed yet. Only the January–March 2027 exam window comes from SSC's calendar, and SSC calls it tentative. Every other date will be fixed by the notice. If a page shows exact 2027 dates before the PDF is out, treat them as guesses.

Last cycle as background

The 2026 notice came out on 1 December 2025. SSC first planned the exam for February–April 2026. In the end it was held from 27 April to 30 May 2026, in four week-wise windows. Delays like this happen often, so expect the 2027 dates to move as well.

Vacancies by Force and Category

The force-wise vacancy table for 2027 will be in the notice. Until then, check the official notification. Here is how the 2026 cycle's 25,487 posts were split, as reported:

Category-wise and male/female split

Reports say 2,020 of the 2026 posts were for women, which leaves 23,467 for men. For the split by category (UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST), check the official notification. The notice shows each force's posts by category and gender in one detailed table.

Sources also disagree on which forces were included. Some reports list Sepoy posts in the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) for this exam, while others name only BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF and Assam Rifles. The 2027 calendar title also names the NIA. The notice will settle this.

Where to check revised vacancies

SSC sometimes changes vacancy numbers after the notice is out. These updates appear as notices on ssc.gov.in, linked to the Constable (GD) exam. Check that page every so often, because a revised count can change cut-offs.

What Changed From the Last Cycle

Vacancies

The 2027 vacancy count is not public yet, so we can't compare it with official figures. Last cycle had 25,487 posts. Reports say counts in recent years have ranged from about 24,000 to more than 53,000. Some pages already predict a figure for 2027, but only the notice can confirm it.

Exam pattern, languages, age and PET/PST rules

Any changes to the pattern, exam languages, age relaxation or PET/PST rules will be in the 2027 notice. Until then, check the official notification. Last cycle did bring one change worth knowing. Reports say the exam ran in four structured windows, and candidates could state which week they preferred. Watch for this option on the new form.

Application process

SSC now handles applications through One-Time Registration on ssc.gov.in. The 2027 notice will explain any new steps, such as photo or ID checks. Read the "How to Apply" annexure carefully before you start.

Eligibility: Age, Education and Physical Standards

Age limit

In the 2026 cycle, you had to be 18–23 years old on 1 January 2026. The age cut-off date for 2027 will be in the notice. For category-wise age relaxation (SC, ST, OBC, ex-servicemen and others), check the official notification. The relaxation rules differ by category.

Educational qualification

You need to have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or an equivalent exam from a recognised board. The notice gives a cut-off date by which you must have passed. For the 2027 date, check the official notification.

Physical standards (PST/PET)

After the CBE, shortlisted candidates take the Physical Standard Test and the Physical Efficiency Test:

• PST: height for everyone, chest measurement for men, and weight checked against height
• PET: a timed race, with different distances and times for men and women
• Relaxations: lower height limits apply to some groups, such as Scheduled Tribe candidates and candidates from the North Eastern states

For the exact numbers, check the official notification. Start running practice early, because PET is qualifying and you can't make up for it with written marks.

Application Fee and How to Apply

Application fee

This is last cycle's fee. Check the 2027 notice in case it changes.

Step-by-step online application

1. Go to ssc.gov.in and finish your One-Time Registration (OTR) with your mobile number, email and basic details.
2. Log in with your registration number and password.
3. Find the Constable (GD) 2027 exam under the "Apply" section once the notice is live.
4. Fill in your personal, education and contact details exactly as they appear on your Class 10 certificate.
5. Choose your exam centres and force preferences carefully. Your force allocation depends on these.
6. Upload or capture your photograph and signature as the notice instructs.
7. Pay the fee online if you need to, before the fee deadline.
8. Preview the form, submit it, and save or print the confirmation page.

Documents and corrections

Keep these ready: your Class 10 certificate (for name and date of birth), a photo ID, a category certificate if you have one, and a working mobile number and email. Follow the photo and signature specifications in the notice exactly. Forms are often rejected for this reason.

If you make a mistake, SSC usually opens a short correction window after applications close. Last cycle it ran in January 2026. You may have to pay a fee to make corrections, so check your form before you submit it.

Selection Process and Exam Pattern

Stages

1. Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
4. Document Verification (DV)

CBE pattern (2026 cycle)

The paper lasts 60 minutes. Each correct answer gets 2 marks, and 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer. The syllabus is at Class 10 level. Reports give the minimum qualifying marks as 30% for UR, 25% for OBC/EWS and 20% for other categories. Check the 2027 notice for any changes.

How to prepare

With the exam expected in early 2027, you have a few months. Use them well:

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A simple weekly plan: practise reasoning and maths every day, revise GK on alternate days, and take one full mock each weekend. Add morning runs to train for PET.

Salary and Next Steps

Pay level

Reports of last cycle's notice put Constable (GD) and Rifleman (GD) at Pay Level 3 (₹21,700–₹69,100), plus allowances. If NCB is included, Sepoy posts there are at Pay Level 1 (₹18,000–₹56,900). Check the 2027 notice for the final figures.

Your checklist before the last date

• Finish or update your OTR on ssc.gov.in
• Make sure the name and date of birth on your Class 10 certificate match your ID
• Keep your category certificate ready and up to date, if you have one
• Get your photograph and signature ready to the notice's specifications
• Check ssc.gov.in every few days for the notice
• Once it's out, read the eligibility, vacancy table and PST/PET standards before you apply
• Apply and pay the fee early, then save your confirmation page
• Keep practising for both the CBE and the PET

Conclusion: Stay Ready for the SSC GD Constable Notification

The SSC GD Constable notification for 2027 will set the final dates, vacancies and fee. For now, SSC's calendar points to a CBE in January–March 2027, and last cycle's figures give you a reliable picture. Complete your OTR, gather your documents and keep up your written and physical preparation. That way, applying will take a few minutes once the notice is out. You can do this, so start today!

FAQs

When is the last date to apply for SSC GD Constable?

The 2027 notice will give the last date, so check the official notification on ssc.gov.in. SSC's calendar had listed 31 October 2026, but that date passed before any application window opened. Last cycle, applications closed on 31 December 2025 and the fee deadline was 1 January 2026.

How many vacancies are there in the current SSC GD notification?

SSC will publish the 2027 vacancy count with the notice. Until then, check the official notification. The 2026 cycle had 25,487 vacancies, and CISF (14,595) and CRPF (5,490) had the most.

What is the application fee for SSC GD Constable and who is exempted?

Last cycle the fee was ₹100. Women, SC and ST candidates, and ex-servicemen eligible for reservation paid nothing. Check the 2027 notice in case the fee changes.

What is the age limit for SSC GD Constable and is there relaxation?

In the 2026 cycle you had to be 18–23 years old on 1 January 2026. Reserved categories and some other groups get age relaxation. For the exact years and the 2027 cut-off date, check the official notification.

When will the SSC GD Constable exam be held?

SSC's calendar places the 2027 CBE in January–March 2027. This is tentative and could change because the notice is late. Last cycle's exam was held from 27 April to 30 May 2026.

What has changed in the SSC GD notification compared with last year?

You can only compare properly once the 2027 notice is out. So far, the notice is later than SSC's calendar planned, and the 2027 exam title names the NIA. Last cycle, reports say, brought in four week-wise exam windows with a week preference.

What is the SSC GD Constable exam pattern?

Last cycle's CBE had 80 questions worth 160 marks, to be done in 60 minutes. There were 20 questions each on Reasoning, General Knowledge, Elementary Maths and English/Hindi, and 0.25 marks were deducted for each wrong answer.