SSC GD Constable Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2027

SSC GD Constable 2026: Exam Pattern and Syllabus at a Glance

The SSC GD Constable exam recruits General Duty constables for BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, Assam Rifles (AR), SSF, and NCB. Conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), it is a Class-10 level exam and the biggest-volume recruitment SSC runs. Selection has three stages: a single computer-based examination (CBE), followed by the Physical Efficiency and Physical Standard Tests (PET/PST), and finally a detailed medical examination.

The 2026 cycle has already run, with the CBE held from April to May 2026 against 25,487 vacancies. If you are aiming for the next round, the SSC GD Constable 2027 notification is expected in October 2026, and it will be released on the SSC official website, with the computer-based exam tentatively scheduled for January to March 2027. Use the gap to master the syllabus below.

SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern 2026

The written stage is a single online CBE. It has 80 questions for 160 marks, to be completed in 60 minutes. There are four sections of 20 questions each, and every question carries 2 marks. Crucially, there is no sectional lock, so you can move freely between sections and manage your own time. Negative marking is 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.

Section	Questions	Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	20	40
General Knowledge & General Awareness	20	40
Elementary Mathematics	20	40
English or Hindi (candidate's choice)	20	40
Total	80	160

The total exam duration is 60 minutes. Because each question is worth 2 marks and the penalty is only 0.25, calculated attempts pay off, but reckless guessing on doubtful questions still erodes your score.

SSC GD Constable Syllabus 2026: Section-wise Topics

General Intelligence and Reasoning

This section is mostly non-verbal and analytical, and rewards practice more than theory:

• Analogies, similarities and differences
• Coding-decoding and number series
• Spatial visualisation and figure classification
• Non-verbal series and pattern completion
• Arithmetical reasoning and relationships

General Knowledge and General Awareness

The GK section tests everyday awareness at a Class-10 level:

• Current affairs of national and international importance
• Indian history, geography, and polity
• Economy, general science, and the Constitution
• Sports, awards, and important days

Elementary Mathematics

Maths stays at a basic, school-level standard. Focus on speed and accuracy in:

• Number systems, fractions, and decimals
• Percentage, ratio and proportion, and averages
• Profit and loss, discount, and interest
• Time and work, time and distance, and mensuration

English or Hindi

Candidates choose one language for the fourth section. It checks basic comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, error spotting, fill in the blanks, and sentence structure.

SSC GD Constable Eligibility 2026

The bar for entry is deliberately wide, which is why the exam draws such large numbers:

• Education: Class 10 (Matriculation) pass from a recognised board
• Age: 18 to 23 years, with rule-based relaxation for reserved categories
• Height (male): minimum 170 cm, with chest 80 to 85 cm (unexpanded to expanded)
• Height (female): minimum 157 cm

Candidates from hill, tribal, and border areas get height and chest relaxations as per the official notification. Clearing the CBE is only the first hurdle; the PET/PST (running, height, chest measurement) and medical examination are qualifying stages you must also pass.

PET, PST, and Medical Examination Explained

Only candidates who clear the CBE are called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST). The PET is a race that checks stamina, while the PST verifies your recorded height and chest against the eligibility standards. These stages are qualifying in nature, which means they do not add to your merit score, but failing any of them removes you from the process entirely.

Here is how the physical and medical stages fit together:

• PET: a timed run that separates candidates on fitness alone, with different standards for men and women
• PST: measurement of height and, for male candidates, chest (80 to 85 cm range), with documented relaxations for hill, tribal, and border-area candidates
• Medical examination: a detailed fitness check covering vision, hearing, and general health before final appointment

Because these stages are pass or fail, treat physical training as seriously as your written preparation. Many candidates who score well in the CBE lose their seat at the PET, so begin running and conditioning early rather than after results are out.

SSC GD Constable Salary 2026

The post is placed at Pay Level 3 under the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC). The basic pay begins at Rs 21,700 and rises within the level.

Component	Detail
Pay Level	Level 3 (7th CPC)
Basic Pay	Rs 21,700
Pay Range	Rs 21,700 to Rs 69,100
Approximate in-hand	Around Rs 36,000 to 40,000

The approximate in-hand figure of around Rs 36,000 to 40,000 includes Dearness Allowance (DA), ration money, House Rent Allowance (HRA), and force-specific allowances on top of the basic pay. Exact take-home varies by posting location and force. Alongside the monthly pay, the role carries central government job security, medical cover, and pension benefits, which is a large part of why the SSC GD Constable exam attracts such huge numbers every year.

Preparation Strategy for SSC GD Constable 2026

With a wide gap before the next cycle, a structured plan matters more than raw study hours. Break your preparation into three phases: build concepts, then practise topic-wise, and finally attempt full mocks under real timing. Because all four sections carry equal weight (20 questions and 40 marks each), a balanced approach beats over-investing in a single strong subject.

• Cover General Awareness in short daily sessions, since it is memory-heavy and fades without revision
• Turn Reasoning and Elementary Mathematics into your scoring engines through repeated practice, as both are formula and pattern driven
• Pick the language section (English or Hindi) you are more comfortable in and stick with it for every mock
• Track your accuracy against the 0.25 negative-marking rule so you learn when to attempt and when to skip

Solving previous-year papers is the single most reliable way to understand the real difficulty level and the way each topic is asked. Since the paper is Class-10 standard, consistency and calm test temperament usually matter more than advanced tricks.

Conclusion and How to Prepare

The SSC GD Constable exam pattern rewards steady, section-wise practice more than last-minute cramming. Build accuracy in Reasoning and Elementary Mathematics, keep your General Awareness current, and lock in your stronger language for the fourth section. Since there is no sectional lock, train yourself to attempt easy questions first across all four sections. Practise full-length SSC GD mock tests on Quiz4Exam to simulate the 80-question, 60-minute CBE, review your negative-marking pattern, and walk into the real exam already used to its rhythm.

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References and Official Sources

Always confirm the latest dates, vacancies and pattern on the official website before applying.

• SSC official website (ssc.gov.in)