The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is preparing for another recruitment drive for General Duty (GD) Constables in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). According to the tentative SSC Exam Calendar 2026, SSC GD Constable 2026-27 cycle Computer Based Test (CBT) is likely to be conducted in the month of January to March 2027. The official notification is expected to be out in September 2026 giving a clear window to the aspirants to plan for their preparation.
This article entails detailed breakup of expected timeline, exam pattern, physical test requirements and other important details that will help the candidates to plan strategically and not get confused at the last moment.
SSC GD 2026-27: Anticipated Timetable
Expected Date of Event
Notification Declaration: September 2026
Online Application Opens September 2023
Application Deadline October 2026
Last date of payment of Fee October, 2026
Application Correction Window October-November 2026 (Expected)
CBT Test Date January-March 2027 (Tentative)
Note: All dates are tentative and subject to change. Candidates are advised to check the official SSC website for confirmed schedules.
SSC GD Hall Ticket
The admit card for CBT is generally issued 4 days before the examination. The candidates can download it from the official regional SSC websites by using their registration credentials.
SSC GD CBT Exam Pattern
Computer Based Test will be of 80 multiple choice question of total 160 marks. Time for Computer Based Test will be 60 minutes. Negative marking scheme carries a penalty of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.
Subject Questions Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning 20 40
General Knowledge & General Awareness 20 40
Elementary Mathematics 20 40
20 40 • English / Hindi
Total 80 160
The exam will be conducted in English and Hindi with the difficulty level as per 10th standard.
Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates qualifying in the CBT are shortlisted for Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) to be conducted by the CAPFs at designated centers.
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
Category Requirement
A man ran 5 kilometers in 24 minutes
1.6 km run, Female, 8.5 mins
Male Ladakh 1.6 km in 7 minutes
5 minutes 800 meters Female Ladakh
Important : Female candidates to declare pregnancy status before PST/PET If pregnant, they will be retested at 6 weeks post-delivery.
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Parameter Male Female
Height 170 cm 157 cm
Chest 80 cm (unexpanded), minimum expansion 5 cmNot available
Relaxations: ST candidates and candidates from some regions including North Eastern states are given height and chest relaxations.
Ex-Servicemen: PET is not required. They will be measured for height, chest and weight for record purposes.
Other Highlights
Shortlisting: Candidates for PET/PST are shortlisted on the basis of their performance in CBT.
Document Verification – During DME (Detailed Medical Examination) stage.
Appeal Process: Candidates who do not qualify in height or chest measurement can appeal on the same day. But the PET is not subject to appeal.
Medical Examination: The eligible candidates are called for DME and document verification. The documents such as education certificates, domicile and cast certificates are verified.
Eligibility Check: The candidates should make sure that they fulfill all the eligibility criteria before appearing for CBE, PET and PST.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When will the SSC GD Notification 2026-27 be released?
The notification is expected in September 2026.
2. When will the SSC GD CBT 2027 be conducted?
The CBT is tentatively scheduled between January and March 2027.
3. When will the SSC GD admit card be released?
The admit card will be released approximately four days before the CBT exam.
4. What is the SSC GD CBT exam pattern?
The CBT consists of 80 MCQs for 160 marks, to be completed in 60 minutes, with 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer.
5. What are the physical test requirements for SSC GD?
Male candidates must run 5 km in 24 minutes, while female candidates must run 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes. Height requirements are 170 cm for males and 157 cm for females.