SSB Constable (General Duty) Selection Process 2026
The selection process for the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Constable (GD) recruitment consists of multiple stages. Candidates must clear each stage to proceed to the next. The stages are as follows:
- Stage 1: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Stage 3: Written Examination (OMR/CBT Based)
- Stage 4: Documentation and Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Stage 5: Review Medical Examination (RME)
SSB Constable (GD) Exam Pattern 2026
The written examination is the crucial merit-deciding phase. The pattern is designed to test the basic intellectual and analytical ability of the candidates at the Matriculation level.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 120 Minutes (2 Hours) |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 25 | 25 | |
| Elementary Mathematics | 25 | 25 | |
| General English / Hindi | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | - |
Important Exam Rules:
- Mode of Exam: The exam will be objective type (Multiple Choice Questions).
- Language: The question paper will be bilingual (English and Hindi).
- Standard: The difficulty level of the questions will be of Matriculation (10th Class) level.
- Negative Marking: Please refer to the official notification for specific negative marking instructions (usually not applicable for SSB GD, but subject to change).
- Qualifying Marks: Candidates are required to score minimum qualifying marks as prescribed by SSB (usually 45% to 50% depending on category).
Detailed Subject-Wise Syllabus
1. General Intelligence & Reasoning
This section tests the candidate's logical thinking and analytical aptitude. Key topics include:
- Analogies (Semantic, Symbolic, Number)
- Similarities and Differences
- Spatial Visualization and Orientation
- Visual Memory
- Discrimination and Observation
- Relationship Concepts (Blood Relations)
- Arithmetical Reasoning and Figural Classification
- Arithmetic Number Series
- Non-verbal Series
- Coding and Decoding
2. General Knowledge & Awareness
Questions in this component will be aimed at testing the candidate’s general awareness of the environment around them and its application to society.
- Current Events (National and International)
- India and its Neighboring Countries
- History (Indian Freedom Struggle, Ancient, Medieval)
- Culture and Heritage
- Geography (Physical and Indian)
- Economic Scene
- General Polity and Indian Constitution
- Scientific Research and General Science
- Important Days and Dates
3. Elementary Mathematics
This section will include problems relating to Number Systems and basic arithmetic.
- Number Systems and Computation of Whole Numbers
- Decimals and Fractions
- Relationship between Numbers
- Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
- Percentages, Ratio and Proportion
- Averages and Interest (Simple and Compound)
- Profit and Loss, Discount
- Mensuration
- Time and Distance
- Ratio and Time
- Time and Work
4. English / Hindi Language
Candidates' ability to understand basic English/Hindi and their basic comprehension would be tested.
- Error Spotting
- Fill in the Blanks (Using Verbs, Prepositions, Articles)
- Vocabulary and Spellings
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Idioms and Phrases
- One Word Substitution
- Sentence Improvement
- Reading Comprehension Passages
Physical Standards (PST) and Efficiency (PET)
Before the written exam, candidates must qualify for the physical rounds. These are qualifying in nature.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- For Male Candidates: 4.8 Km Race in 24 Minutes.
- For Female Candidates: 2.4 Km Race in 18 Minutes.
Physical Standard Test (PST)
| Category | Height (Male) | Height (Female) | Chest (Male only) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/SC | 170 cms | 157 cms | 80 cms (Minimum 5 cm expansion) |
| ST Candidates | 162.5 cms | 150 cms | 76 cms (Minimum 5 cm expansion) |
Note: Relaxation in height and chest is applicable for candidates belonging to Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, and candidates from North-Eastern states as per government norms.
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