25,000+ Vacancies Announced for Constable and Rifleman Posts: Big Recruitment Drive 2025
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released a major recruitment notification for 25,487+ Constable (GD) and Rifleman posts in various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles. This bumper recruitment will provide a huge opportunity for thousands of youth preparing for defence and paramilitary jobs.
Candidates can apply online until 31 December 2025. In this article, you will find complete details about the vacancies, age limit, eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, physical standards, and how to apply.
Total Vacancies: 25,487 (Including 11,102 for Women)
The recruitment drive covers multiple forces:
| Force | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| BSF | 6166 |
| CISF | 524 |
| CRPF | 14595 |
| SSB | 13135 |
| ITBP | 1460 |
| AR | 501 |
| NCB | 124 |
| SSF | 92 |
| TOTAL | 25,487 |
Women Vacancies: 11,102
Male Vacancies: 14,385
This is one of the largest paramilitary recruitments announced by SSC in recent years.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 23 years
- Age will be calculated based on the date mentioned in the official notification.
- Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-servicemen as per government rules.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed 10th / Matriculation from a recognized board.
- Additional documents may be required during documentation/verification.
Selection Process
The selection process includes several stages:
1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
Objective-type online exam.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Running test
- Height and chest measurements
- Long Jump and High Jump (for some posts)
3. Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Height
- Chest (for male candidates)
- Weight as per medical norms
4. Medical Examination
- Detailed health check-up
- Vision, hearing, and physical fitness standards
5. Document Verification
Physical Requirements
Height (Male)
- General: 170 cm
- Some categories: 162.5 cm
Height (Female)
- General: 157 cm
- Tribal categories: 150 cm
Chest (Male)
- Unexpanded: 80 cm
- Expanded: 85 cm
Running Test
- Male: 5 km in 24 minutes
- Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes
(As per force-wise rules in the notification)
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / Female: No fee
- Payment can be made through UPI, debit/credit card, net banking, or SBI challan.
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Login using your registration ID or create a new account.
- Go to the Constable (GD) 2025 Application Form.
- Fill personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned photo and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Exam Pattern (Computer Based Test)
The online exam includes:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| General Knowledge | 20 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| English/Hindi | 20 | 40 |
| Total | 80 Questions | 160 Marks |
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Negative marking: Yes (as per SSC rules)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | As per SSC schedule |
| Online Application Last Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Why This Recruitment Is Important
- Over 25,000 government vacancies
- Posting in various central paramilitary forces
- Secure job with salary, allowances, and pension benefits
- Suitable for 10th-pass candidates seeking defence sector opportunities
Conclusion
The SSC GD Constable & Rifleman Recruitment 2025 is a massive opportunity for candidates seeking stable government jobs in the Central Armed Police Forces. With more than 25,487 vacancies, this is the perfect time to start preparing and submit your application before the deadline.
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