Central exams | as of 2026-05-31
SSC GD Constable eligibility, pattern, syllabus, and official sources
Matriculation-level uniformed recruitment through CBE, physical stages, and medical examination.
Eligibility at a glance
| Education | Matriculation or 10th pass per notice fields. |
|---|---|
| Relaxations | SSC age relaxation codes and categories apply as listed in the notice. |
Pattern and selection process
Stages
- Computer Based Examination
- PET and PST
- Detailed or review medical
- Document verification
Mode: CBE plus physical and medical stages
Selection flow
- CBE
- PET/PST
- Medical examination
- Document verification
Syllabus outline and cadence
Syllabus buckets
- General intelligence and reasoning
- General knowledge and awareness
- Elementary mathematics
- Language
Comparable exams and hiring routes
| Entity | Education | Age band | Interview | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC GD Constable | Class 10 | See notice | No | CBE plus physical |
| SSC MTS | Class 10 | 18-25 or 18-27 by post | No | CBE plus physical for Havaldar |
| SSC CPO | Graduate | See notice | No | CBE plus physical |
| Agniveer Army | 8th to 12th by category | 17.5-21 typical | No | CEE plus rally |
| SSC CGL | Graduate | 18-32 post-wise | No | CBE |
| SSC CHSL | Class 12 | See notice | No | CBE plus skill |
Sources by field
Each row links a field on this page to the official source it is drawn from. Confirm the current cycle's exact figures on the linked source before you apply.
| Field | Official source | Last checked |
|---|---|---|
| Education | SSC GD 2026 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Relaxations | SSC GD 2026 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Exam pattern | SSC GD 2026 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Syllabus outline | SSC GD 2026 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Selection process | SSC GD 2026 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Cadence | Official source on ssc.gov.in | 2026-05-31 |
| FAQ 1 | SSC GD 2026 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| FAQ 2 | SSC GD 2026 notice | 2026-05-31 |
FAQs
Does SSC GD require a physical test?
Yes. PET and PST are part of the SSC GD selection flow.
What education level is used for SSC GD?
The notice fields identify matriculation or 10th pass as the education base. Check the latest notice before applying.