The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) General Duty (GD) Constable 2025 examination is a significant opportunity for individuals aiming to serve in various paramilitary forces and law enforcement agencies across India. This article provides a detailed overview of the SSC GD Constable exam, including eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and recent updates.
Overview of SSC GD Constable 2025
The SSC GD Constable exam is conducted to recruit candidates for the posts of Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Assam Rifles, and other organizations. In 2025, the exam aimed to fill 53,690 vacancies across these forces
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the SSC GD Constable 2025 exam, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Age Limit: Candidates should be between 18 and 23 years of age as of the closing date of the application. Age relaxations are applicable as per government norms.
- Educational Qualification: A minimum of 10th standard (Matriculation) from a recognized board is required.
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
Selection Process
The selection process for SSC GD Constable 2025 comprises four stages:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE): Conducted from February 4 to 25, 2025, this stage assesses candidates’ knowledge in General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST): Held from August 20 to September 15, 2025, this stage evaluates candidates’ physical fitness and measurement standards
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Candidates who qualify in PET/PST are required to undergo a detailed medical examination to assess their medical fitness.
- Document Verification (DV): Final stage where candidates’ documents are verified to ensure eligibility.
Syllabus and Exam Pattern
The SSC GD Constable exam consists of 80 multiple-choice questions, divided into four sections:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 20 questions
- General Knowledge & General Awareness: 20 questions
- Elementary Mathematics: 20 questions
- English/Hindi: 20 questions
Each question carries 2 marks, with a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer. The total duration of the exam is 60 minutes
Recent Updates
- Result Declaration: The SSC GD Constable 2025 PET/PST results were released on October 13, 2025. Candidates can check their results on the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in)
- Next Steps: Qualified candidates are now preparing for the Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Document Verification (DV) stages.
The SSC GD Constable 2025 examination is a crucial step for individuals aspiring to serve in India’s paramilitary forces. With a structured selection process and comprehensive syllabus, it offers a fair opportunity for candidates to showcase their skills and dedication. Aspiring candidates are advised to stay updated with official notifications and prepare diligently for the upcoming stages.
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