What Do You Need for SSC GD?
SSC GD Constable at a Glance
One of India’s largest recruitment exams, filling Constable posts in the Central Armed Police Forces and other forces.
* ₹21,700–69,100. Sepoy in NCB: Level 1 (₹18,000–56,900). Always confirm details on ssc.gov.in.
Forces and Posts
Candidates choose their force preferences in the application.
BSF
Border Security Force — Constable (GD).
CISF
Central Industrial Security Force — Constable (GD).
CRPF
Central Reserve Police Force — Constable (GD).
ITBP
Indo-Tibetan Border Police — Constable (GD).
SSB
Sashastra Seema Bal — Constable (GD).
Assam Rifles
Rifleman (General Duty).
SSF
Secretariat Security Force — Constable (GD).
NCB
Narcotics Control Bureau — Sepoy.
Who Is Eligible for SSC GD?
1. Age
18–23 years on the date set in the notification.
2. Qualification
Matriculation (Class 10) from a recognised board, by the cut-off date.
3. Age relaxation
5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and ex-servicemen, and others as per rules.
4. Domicile
Indian citizen with a domicile or permanent residence certificate of the state or UT.
Selection Process
Merit is based on the computer-based exam; the other stages are qualifying.
Computer-based exam
80 objective questions in four subjects.
PET
A timed race — qualifying only.
PST
Height and chest measurement — qualifying only.
Medical and documents
Detailed medical exam and document verification, then final merit.
SSC GD Exam Pattern
2 marks for each correct answer; 0.25 deducted for each wrong answer.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| English / Hindi | 20 | 40 |
| Total (60 min) | 80 | 160 |
Offered in English, Hindi and 13 regional languages. Check the 2027 notification for any change.
Physical Tests (PET and PST) Qualifying
Standards from recent notifications for general-category candidates.
| Test | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Race (except Ladakh) | 5 km in 24 min | 1.6 km in 8½ min |
| Race (Ladakh region) | 1.6 km in 7 min | 800 m in 5 min |
| Height | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| Chest | 80 cm (+5 cm expansion) | — |
ST candidates: 162.5 cm (male), 150 cm (female), 76 cm chest. Other relaxations apply for hill areas, the North-East and some communities. Pregnant candidates are not allowed the PET.
SSC GD Syllabus
Class 10 level. Tap a subject to see its topics.
General Intelligence & Reasoning20 questions
- Analogy and classification
- Number and letter series
- Coding-decoding
- Directions and blood relations
- Venn diagrams
- Arithmetic reasoning
- Non-verbal reasoning — figures and patterns
General Knowledge & Awareness20 questions
- Current affairs
- History and culture
- Geography
- Indian polity and Constitution
- Economy
- General science
- Sports, awards and important days
Elementary Mathematics20 questions
- Number system and simplification
- Decimals, fractions, HCF and LCM
- Percentage, ratio and proportion
- Averages and interest
- Profit and loss, discount
- Time and work, time and distance
- Mensuration — area and volume
English / Hindi20 questions
- Choose either English or Hindi
- Comprehension
- Grammar and error spotting
- Vocabulary — synonyms and antonyms
- Fill in the blanks
- Idioms and phrases
Free SSC GD Study Material
Notes, practice questions and a running plan.
These resources are being added subject by subject. Pages marked “Coming soon” are not published yet.
Reasoning
Practice sets with simple tricks.
Coming soon →General Knowledge
Static GK, science and current affairs.
Coming soon →Elementary Mathematics
Arithmetic basics and shortcuts.
Coming soon →English and Hindi
Grammar, vocabulary and comprehension.
Coming soon →Running Plan
A week-by-week plan for the 5 km race.
Coming soon →SSC GD Mock Tests
Full-length tests in the real exam pattern with negative marking.
Under development. The mock tests below are planned and will open here when ready.
Full Mock Test
Sectional Tests
Previous-Year Mocks
Daily GK Quiz
SSC GD Previous-Year Papers
Shift-wise papers with answer keys and solutions.
Coming soon.
How to Prepare for SSC GD
Written exam and fitness together.
Master the basics
Class 10 maths, reasoning practice and simple grammar cover most questions.
Read GK daily
Follow current affairs and revise static GK regularly.
Run every day
Build up to 5 km in under 24 minutes well before the PET.
Take weekly mocks
Finish 80 questions in 60 minutes and analyse every mistake.
Avoid guesswork
Each wrong answer costs 0.25 marks — answer when reasonably sure.
Keep documents ready
Class 10 certificate, domicile, category and NCC certificates.
SSC GD 2027 Dates
The GD 2027 notification has not been released yet. It is expected around the end of October 2026, with the exam expected in January–March 2027. Always check the official website.
SSC GD FAQs
What is SSC GD?
The Constable (General Duty) examination is held by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit Class 10 pass candidates as Constables in the CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB), Rifleman in Assam Rifles, Constable in SSF and Sepoy in the Narcotics Control Bureau. Official information is on ssc.gov.in.
What is the age limit?
18–23 years on the date set in the notification. Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and ex-servicemen (after deducting service), and others as per rules.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in the computer-based exam.
Can I write the exam in my language?
Yes. The exam is offered in English, Hindi and 13 regional languages.
Are vacancies state-wise?
Yes. Vacancies are allotted state-wise and by category. Candidates must give a domicile or permanent residence certificate of their state or UT.
Do NCC certificate holders get bonus marks?
Yes, as per recent notifications: 5% of maximum marks for NCC ‘C’, 3% for ‘B’ and 2% for ‘A’ certificate holders.