SSC GD Constable Exam 2026 Postponed — The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially deferred the Computer Based Examination (CBE) for Constable (GD) in CAPFs & SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles 2026. The exam, which was earlier scheduled from 23 February 2026 onwards, has now been postponed till further notice. Fresh dates will be announced on the official SSC website.
What Does the Official Notice Say?
According to the latest SSC notification:
- The SSC GD 2026 CBE is deferred.
- No new exam date has been announced yet.
- Fresh dates will be declared in due course.
- Slot selection facility will not be applicable.
- Exam City details will be released 8–10 days before the exam.
- Admit Cards will be available 2–3 days before the exam date.
SSC GD 2026 Vacancy Details
SSC has announced 25,487 total vacancies for Constable (GD) and Rifleman (GD) posts.
Force-Wise Vacancy
| Force | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | 524 | 92 | 616 |
| CISF | 13,135 | 1,460 | 14,595 |
| CRPF | 5,366 | 124 | 5,490 |
| SSB | 1,764 | 0 | 1,764 |
| ITBP | 1,099 | 194 | 1,293 |
| Assam Rifles | 1,556 | 150 | 1,706 |
| SSF | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| Grand Total | 23,467 | 2,020 | 25,487 |
Note: 10% vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen (not shown separately).
SSC GD 2026 Exam Pattern
The recruitment process includes:
- Computer Based Examination (CBE)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
Computer Based Exam (CBE) Structure
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 20 | 40 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| English / Hindi | 20 | 40 |
| Total | 80 | 160 |
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
- Level: 10th (Matriculation) Level
SSC GD 2026 Syllabus Overview
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Analogies, coding-decoding, number series, non-verbal reasoning, spatial visualization.
General Knowledge
Current affairs, history, geography, polity, constitution, sports, economy, scientific research.
Mathematics
Number system, percentage, ratio, profit & loss, time & work, mensuration, interest.
English / Hindi
Basic grammar, comprehension, vocabulary understanding.
What About the New Exam Date?
As of now, SSC has not announced the revised exam date. The exam will be rescheduled soon, and candidates will be informed through the official website.
Since the postponement is “till further notice,” candidates should:
- Continue preparation seriously.
- Keep checking the SSC website.
- Stay ready for short notice announcements.
Final Words
The SSC GD Constable Exam 2026 Postponed update has given candidates extra preparation time. With 25,487 vacancies, this remains one of the biggest defence recruitment drives of 2026. Stay focused, follow official updates, and keep your preparation consistent.
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Editor’s Note:
Written by Karmabandhan Editorial Team.
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