SSB Constable (General) Eligibility Criteria
Updated 2026The educational qualifications for the SSB Constable 2026 recruitment are as follows:
- General Requirement: All posts require a minimum of 10th-grade (Matriculation) pass from a recognized board.
- Constable (Driver): Matriculation + Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License.
- Constable (Veterinary): Matriculation with Science as a main subject + 1-year experience in animal treatment at a recognized veterinary hospital.
- Constable (Carpenter): Matriculation + 2 years of experience in the trade OR 1-year certificate from ITI/Vocational Institute with 1-year experience OR 2-year ITI Diploma in the respective/similar trade + qualifying the trade test.
- Constable (Other Trades - Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter): Matriculation + 2 years of experience in the trade OR 1-year certificate from ITI/Vocational Institute with 1-year experience OR 2-year ITI Diploma in the relevant/similar trade + qualifying the trade test.
- Constable (Nursing Orderly): Matriculation + First Aid certificate from St. John's Ambulance or Red Cross Society + 1 year of experience as a Nursing Orderly in a minimum 50-bedded hospital.
The age criteria for the SSB Constable 2026 recruitment vary depending on the trade/post being applied for. The general age limits are as follows:
- Constable (Driver): 18 - 27 years
- Constable (Veterinary): 18 - 27 years
- Constable (Nursing Orderly): 18 - 27 years
- Constable (Carpenter): 18 - 25 years
- Constable (Other Trades - Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter): 18 - 23 years
Candidates must ensure their age falls within these specified ranges based on the reference date mentioned in the official advertisement.
The selection process for the SSB Constable 2026 consists of four distinct, mandatory stages designed to evaluate the physical and academic readiness of candidates:
- Stage I: Physical Test: This includes the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), which evaluates the physical endurance of candidates (such as running), and the Physical Standards Test (PST), where height and weight are measured against set benchmarks.
- Stage II: Written Examination: A 100-mark objective-type computer-based test (CBT). It covers General Knowledge, Mathematics, Reasoning, and English/Hindi language. Scoring at least 50% (45% for SC/ST) is required.
- Stage III: Document Verification & Skill Test: Candidates present their original documents to verify their educational and trade credentials. A practical skill test relevant to the specific trade follows, which must be qualified.
- Stage IV: Medical Examination: A Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and potentially a Review Medical Examination (RME) are conducted to assess the overall physical and mental suitability of the candidate for service.
Age relaxation is applicable to specific reserved categories as per government rules. Candidates belonging to these categories are advised to keep the necessary proof of relaxation (caste certificate, etc.) ready for the verification stage. Please refer to the official notification for the exact upper age relaxation limits available for SC, ST, OBC, and Ex-servicemen.
