The Staff Selection Commission conducts the SSC GD Constable Examination every year to recruit candidates for the post of Constable in various Central Security Forces. For the previous cycle, the SSC GD Constable CBT examination was held on 4th and 5th February 2025, and the result for the same is expected to be released in April 2025. Candidates who will clear the SSC GD CBT exam will further appear for the SSC GD Constable Physical Test, including the PET and PST, conducted by the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF). Also, SSC has released the official calendar on it website ssc.gov.in wherein the SSC GD Constable Notification 2025-2026 for the upcoming cycle is expected to be released on 11th November, 2025.
SSC GD Exam Pattern 2025
The Selection Process of the SSC GD Recruitment 2025 consists of three main stages i.e. Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test, and Medical Test.
- Written Examination: Covers General Intelligence, Reasoning, General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi.
- Result Declaration: Results on the SSC website; qualified candidates move to PET/PST.
- Physical Test: The Physical Test includes two further tests- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Assesses running ability and Physical Standards Test (PST): Measures height and chest.
The Physical Test is followed by the below mentioned three stages:
- Medical Examination: Ensures health and fitness meet required standards.
- Document Verification: Verifies educational certificates, ID proof, and other documents.
- Final Result: Merit list based on PET/PST and medical exam performance.
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SSC GD Constable CBT Exam Pattern
Knowing about the SSC GD Exam Pattern gives the candidates a clear idea of how the exam will be structured as the SSC GD Exam Date is announced and expected in the month of March and April, 2026. The SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern is given below in detail.
- Total Number of Questions: 80
- Marks per Question: 2
- Total Marks: 160
- Exam Duration: 60 minutes (1 hour)
- Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted
- Level of Questions: Matriculation Level
Below are the details of Subjects tested in the Written Examination with their weightage and marks respectively:
| Subject | Questions/ Marks |
|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20/40 |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20/40 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20/40 |
| English/ Hindi | 20/40 |
| Total | 80/160 |
SSC GD Physical Test Pattern
Candidates will be shortlisted for the SSC GD Physical Test which is comprised of the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) based on their performance in the Computer-Based Examination (CBE).
- Shortlisting for PET/PST: Based on CBE performance.
- PET/PST Administration: Conducted by CAPFs at designated locations.
- Document Verification: Thorough check during DME.
- Eligibility Check: Ensure eligibility before CBE, PET, and PST.
- Height Parameter Check: Qualify height to proceed to PET and biometric verification.
- Scrutiny for Relaxations: Review for age, height, and chest relaxations after PET (race).
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SSC GD Constable PET PST Exam Details
The SSC GD Constable PET and PST are physical tests for candidates after passing the written exam. These tests assess physical fitness through running, height, weight, and chest measurements (for males). The exam pattern helps in selecting candidates for General Duty Constable roles in CAPFs and other forces.
| Test/Requirement | Details |
|---|
| PST/PET Selection | Based on performance in the computer-based exam (CBE). |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | – Male: 5 km in 24 minutes
– Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes
– Ladakh Male: 1.6 km in 7 minutes
– Ladakh Female: 800 meters in 5 minutes |
| Pregnancy Declaration | Female candidates must declare pregnancy status before PST/ PET. If pregnant, will be re-tested 6 weeks after childbirth. |
| Physical Standard Test (PST) | – Male Height: 170 cm
– Female Height: 157 cm
– Male Chest: 80 cm un-expanded with 5 cm minimum expansion |
| Relaxation in Height/Chest | Relaxation is provided for ST candidates and certain regions (e.g., North Eastern States). |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempt from PET but must undergo height, chest, and weight measurement for records. |
| Appeal Process | Candidates can appeal on the same day if they fail height or chest measurements. No appeal for PET. |
| Medical Exam/Verification | DME and document verification for eligible candidates. Documents like education, domicile, caste, etc., will be verified. |
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