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SSC Havaldar Physical Exam Date 2026 Declared

Staff Selection Commission

Location: All IndiaExam Date: 2026-08-24

Total Vacancies	7948
Age Limit	As per the original recruitment notification for the 2025 cycle.

Job Description

Overview

The Staff Selection Commission has officially announced the schedule for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) for the Havaldar positions under the MTS (Non-Technical) and Havaldar Examination 2025. This stage is critical for candidates who successfully cleared the initial Computer-Based Examination. A total of 8071 candidates have been shortlisted to participate in these physical assessments, which are scheduled to take place across various CBIC centers nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

Candidates must undergo rigorous physical efficiency assessments including walking and cycling tasks.
Participants are required to meet specific height and chest measurement standards as defined by the commission.
Successful completion of these tests is mandatory for candidates to advance to the final merit list.
Candidates must report to their designated exam centers on the specified dates with their official call letters.
Adherence to all safety and procedural guidelines provided by the invigilators during the physical test is required.
Candidates must maintain physical fitness standards throughout the duration of the testing process.

Why Apply

Securing a position as a Havaldar offers a stable career path within the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs. It provides an opportunity to serve in a vital government department with structured growth prospects and standard benefits associated with central government employment.

Important Dates

Physical Exam Dates: 24th August 2026 to 31st August 2026
Admit Card Release: 3rd week of August 2026

Quick Facts

Total Vacancies: 7948
Exam Stage: PET/PST
Location: Nationwide
Category: SSC Recruitment

Age Limit (Detail)

As per the original recruitment notification for the 2025 cycle.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Havaldar post involves multiple stages starting with a Computer-Based Examination. Candidates who qualify in the CBT are then invited for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST). These physical tests evaluate the candidate's endurance and physical measurements against established criteria. Only those who pass these physical assessments are considered for the final selection and merit list preparation.

Exam Pattern

The physical stage consists of walking and cycling tests for both male and female candidates, alongside physical standard measurements including height, weight, and chest expansion.

Application Fee

Not applicable for this stage of the recruitment process.

Vacancy Details

Total Posts: 7948
Shortlisted for Physical: 8071 candidates

How to Apply

Visit the official regional website of the Staff Selection Commission.
Navigate to the admit card section for the Havaldar Physical Examination.
Enter your registration number and date of birth to access the portal.
Download the call letter once it is released in the 3rd week of August 2026.
Verify all personal details and the assigned exam center mentioned on the document.
Print a hard copy of the admit card to carry to the examination venue.
Ensure you keep a digital copy for your personal records.