SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam Dates Announced: Complete Schedule & New “Preference for Weeks” Feature Explained

The Staff Selection Commission (HQ) under the Govt. of India has released a crucial update for all registered candidates. Dated April 11, 2026, the official notice outlines the schedule for the Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2026.

If you are a candidate gearing up for the SSC GD 2026 exams, here is everything you need to know about the upcoming exam schedule and a major new feature introduced by the Commission.

SSC GD Constable 2026: Official Exam Dates

According to the latest notice, the SSC GD Constable 2026 examination is officially scheduled to be conducted from 27th April 2026 till the end of May 2026. The exams will take place across various designated centres throughout the country.

New Update: “Preference for Weeks” Facility

In an excellent move to streamline the examination processes and enhance convenience for candidates, the Commission has introduced a brand-new option to exercise a ‘preference for weeks’.

Under this new facility, candidates can log in to their respective accounts on the designated portal using their credentials to indicate their preferences for specific examination windows. You will be required to submit your order of preference for all the available windows based on what is most convenient for you.

Available Examination Windows

The examination period has been divided into four distinct weekly windows. Here is the exact breakdown:

Exam Window	Dates
Week 1	27th April, 2026 to 2nd May, 2026
Week 2	4th May, 2026 to 9th May, 2026
Week 3	18th May, 2026 to 23rd May, 2026
Week 4	25th May, 2026 to 30th May, 2026

Important Deadlines for Submitting Preferences

Do not wait until the last minute to select your preferred exam dates! The window to submit your choices is strictly limited.

• Start Date & Time: 11th April, 2026 at 15:00 Hours
• End Date & Time: 15th April, 2026 at 17:00 Hours

Next Steps for Candidates

1. Log In Immediately: Head over to the designated portal right away to rank all four windows according to your preference.
2. Stay Updated: Candidates are strongly advised to regularly visit the official website of the SSC for any further updates and detailed instructions regarding the exam.

Good luck to all candidates preparing for the SSC GD 2026 Examination! Be sure to submit your preferences before the April 15th deadline.

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