SSB Head Constable Exam Guide 2026
SSB Head Constable 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 SSB Head Constable Recruitment
| Recruiting Body | Sashastra Seema Bal |
|---|---|
| Post | Head Constable |
| Recruitment Cycle | 2026 |
| Number of Vacancies | 233 |
| Application Start Date | 21st March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20th April 2026 4th May 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT PST PET Medical Examination Document Verification |
| Result | To be announced |
| Official Website | SSB Official Website |
| Qualification | 10th Pass Government Jobs 12th Pass Government Jobs |
📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| 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 |
📊 Exam Information 3
| Document | Format | File Size | Resolution | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG | 4 KB – 12 KB | 100 x 120 pixels | White background, face should cover 75% of the image |
| Signature | JPG | As prescribed | 140 x 60 pixels | Clear and properly uploaded |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Category
- Application Fee (Expected)
- UR/OBC/EWS
- INR 100
- ST/SC/Ex-Servicemen/Female Candidates
- No Fee
📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (Steward) | 12th pass from a recognized board + 2-year diploma in Catering/Kitchen Management + 1 year experience in a 100-bedded hospital/institution |
| Head Constable (Communication) | 12th Science (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) OR 3-year Diploma in Electronics/Communication/IT/Computer Science |
| Head Constable (Electrician) | Matriculation + 2 years experience OR ITI certificate + 1 year experience OR 2-year diploma in trade + must pass trade test |
| Head Constable (Veterinary) | 12th with Science & Biology + 2-year Diploma in Veterinary/Animal Husbandry course |
📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (Steward) | 18–27 years |
| Head Constable (Communication) | 18–27 years |
| Head Constable (Electrician) | 18–25 years |
| Head Constable (Veterinary) | 18–27 years |
📊 Application Fee
- Category
- Age Relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen
- 3 years
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- 5 years
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- 5 years
- Other Backward Caste (OBC)
- 3 years
- Candidates domiciled in Jammu and Kashmir (OBC)
- 8 years
- Candidates domiciled in Jammu and Kashmir (SC/ST)
- 10 years
- Candidates domiciled in Jammu and Kashmir (Unreserved)
- 5 years
- Candidates serving in Central Government Department (continuously for 3 years)
- General/Unreserved – up to 40 years OBC – up to 43 years SC/ST – up to 45 years
📊 Application Fee
- Male
- 1.6 km in 6 minutes 30 seconds
- Female
- 800-meter race in 4 minutes
- Category
- Criteria
📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Post name | Category | Height | Chest Measurements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (Electrical) | Male | 167.5 cm | 78-83 cm |
| Male (ST) | 162.5 cm | 76-81 cm | |
| Female | 157 cm | NIL | |
| Female (ST) | 150 cm | NIL |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Part | Subjects | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | General Knowledge, Mathematics, Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 3 Hours |
| Part 2 | General English / General Hindi + Technical Subject | 100 | 100 | . |
| Total | — | 150 | 150 | 3 Hours |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | History of India, Indian National Movement, Socio-Economic Development, Environmental Ecology, Geography (Physical, Social, Economic), Indian Polity, Current Affairs (National & International), General Science |
| Mathematics | Number System, Simplification, Average, Percentage, Time & Work, Time & Speed, HCF/LCM, Area, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Problems on Ages, Statistics & Probability, Data Interpretation, Permutation & Combination |
| Reasoning | Analogies, Relationship Concepts, Odd One Out, Direction Sense, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Number Series, Ranking, Syllogism, Seating Arrangement, Coding-Decoding, Figure Series, Venn Diagram |
| General English / Hindi | English: Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Antonyms, Error Spotting, One Word Substitution, Sentence Improvement, Active/Passive Voice, Spellings, Idioms & Phrases, Cloze Test, Comprehension, Direct/Indirect Speech Hindi: वर्तनी, पर्यायवाची, एक शब्द, मुहावरे, संधि, लिंग परिवर्तन, वाक्य शुद्धि, विलोम शब्द, लोकोक्तियां, क्रिया से संज्ञा, रचना एवं रचयिता |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50% |
| OBC / SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen | 45% |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is SSB Head Constable Notification 2026 release date?
The SSB Head Constable Notification 2026 has been released on 21st March 2026. The short notification was published via Employment Newspaper on 16th March 2026.
Q2.What are SSB Head Constable Vacancy 2026 details?
The SSB Head Constable Vacancy 2026 includes 233 total posts. Most vacancies are for Head Constable (Communication).
Q3.What is SSB Head Constable Apply Online 2026 last date?
The SSB Head Constable Apply Online 2026 process starts from 21st March 2026. The last date to apply is 4th May 2026.
Q4.What is selection process for SSB Head Constable 2026?
The SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 selection process has multiple stages. It includes PET/PST, a written exam, skill test, and medical exam.
Q5.What is the duty of a SSB head constable?
An SSB Head Constable performs administrative, technical, or specialized duties for the Sashastra Seema Bal, including maintaining service records, handling ministerial tasks, border patrolling assistance, and operating communication equipment
Q6.What is the qualification for SSB HCM?
Candidates willing to apply must be between the ages of 18 and 27 years (varies as per post) and must be 12th pass.
Q7.What is the salary of a head constable in SSB?
The total in-hand salary typically ranges from ₹38,000 to ₹42,000 per month
Q8.What is the SSB Head Constable Exam Date 2026?
The SSB Head Constable Exam Date is 7th July 2026.
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