Kamal Ghorui
The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has started the registration process for Constable Tradesman recruitment 2026. A total of 827 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website — ssb.gov.in.The recruitment is being conducted under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India for Group ‘C’ non-gazetted and non-ministerial posts.
Vacancy details
The recruitment includes multiple trades such as:
- Constable (Driver)
- Constable (Veterinary)
- Constable (Gardener)
- Constable (Water Carrier)
- Constable (Cobbler)
- Constable (Tailor)
- Constable (Washerman)
- Constable (Barber)
- Constable (Waiter)
- Constable (Carpenter)
- Constable (Nursing Orderly)
Out of the total 827 posts, the highest number of vacancies is for Constable (Driver).
Eligibility criteria
- Candidates must be Indian citizens (some posts allow candidates from Nepal and Bhutan under specific conditions).
- Minimum qualification is generally Class 10 pass (Matriculation) from a recognised board.
- Some posts require additional skills, certificates, or work experience.
- The age limit varies by post but is generally between 18 to 23 years or 18 to 27 years.
Application fee
- ₹100 for General, Other Backward Classes (OBC), and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates
- No fee for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), ex-servicemen, and female candidates
Selection process
The recruitment will be conducted in multiple stages. This includes Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST), written examination (Computer-Based Test), skill test and document verification, medical examination.Final selection will be based on marks obtained in the written exam.
How to apply for SSB Constable recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps:
- Candidates should go to ssb.gov.in.
- Look for the constable Tradesman recruitment 2026 page.
- Enter personal information and make a login account.
- Complete the form exactly as instructed.
- Attach a photo and signature following rules.
- Pay the fee if required.
- Finish the process and print out the form for later use.
Direct link here.Important instructions
- Candidates can apply for only one post.
- Applications submitted offline or with incorrect details will be rejected.
- Make sure all documents are uploaded correctly before final submission.
- No correction will be allowed after submission of the application form.
Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification carefully before applying and keep checking the official website for further updates regarding the recruitment process.
