Overview
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the revised examination dates for the 2026 Constable (General Duty) recruitment drive. After an unexpected postponement from its initial February schedule, the Computer Based Test (CBT) will now be conducted in multiple phases between April 27 and May 30, 2026. This recruitment aims to fill 25,487 vacancies across various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF, and Assam Rifles.
A significant procedural update for this cycle is the introduction of an exam week preference system. For the first time, candidates can choose their preferred week for the exam within the announced schedule, a move designed to ease logistical pressure on aspirants.
Important Dates
The SSC GD Constable 2026 exam will be held in four distinct weekly phases.
| Exam Activity | Key Dates |
|---|---|
| Exam Week Preference Window | April 11 (3:00 PM) to April 15 (5:00 PM), 2026 |
| Phase 1 Exam Dates | April 27 to May 2, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Exam Dates | May 4 to May 9, 2026 |
| Phase 3 Exam Dates | May 18 to May 23, 2026 |
| Phase 4 Exam Dates | May 25 to May 30, 2026 |
| Overall Exam Period | April 27 to May 30, 2026 |
Vacancy Details
This recruitment drive offers a total of 25,487 Constable (GD) posts. The vacancy distribution is as follows:
Male Candidates:
- General: 10,198
- EWS: 2,416
- OBC: 5,329
- SC: 3,433
- ST: 2,091
Female Candidates:
- General: 904
- EWS: 189
- OBC: 436
- SC: 269
- ST: 222
What Should Aspirants Do Now
With the dates confirmed and the preference window open, your immediate action plan is clear.
- Submit Your Week Preference: Immediately visit the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) and log in to select your preferred exam week from the four available options. You cannot choose a specific date, city, or shift, only the week.
- Focus on Final Revision: Utilize the remaining time for focused revision of the core syllabus: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi.
- Await Admit Card: The hall ticket will be released region-wise on the SSC website closer to the exam dates. Keep your registration details handy for download.
- Understand the New System: Recognize that the week preference is a logistical choice. Your exact date, shift, and center will be assigned by the SSC within your chosen week.
FAQ
Q: What are the exact SSC GD 2026 exam dates?
A: The CBT is scheduled from April 27 to May 30, 2026, split across four weekly phases.
Q: How do I select my exam week preference?
A: Log into your candidate portal on the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) between April 11 and April 15, 2026, to choose from the four available weeks.
Q: How many vacancies are available?
A: There are 25,487 Constable (GD) vacancies across various CAPFs, SSF, and Assam Rifles.
Q: When will the admit card be released?
A: As of now, no official confirmation is available on the specific release date. Admit cards are typically issued region-wise a few days before the exam.
Q: Can I choose my exact exam date or city?
A: No. The new system only allows you to indicate a preference for the week. The final date, shift, and exam center will be allotted by the SSC.
Click here to visit the official SSC website for week preference and updates.
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