The official notification for SSB Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026 has been officially released by the Sashastra Seema Bal under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
The board is inviting online applications to fill 827 Group-C Non-Gazetted and Non-Ministerial vacancies across various trades.
If you are seeking a prestigious opportunity to serve in a Central Armed Police Force, this is your chance to apply for roles like Constable Driver, Veterinary, Washerman, Barber, and more.
Review the complete category-wise vacancy breakdown and nationality requirements below before submitting your online application.
Key Highlights of SSB Constable Tradesman Notification 2026
Before proceeding to the online application form, review the essential details regarding Advertisement No. 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Post Name | Constable (Tradesman) – Non-GD |
| Advertisement Number | Advt No. 524/RC/SSB/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 827 Posts |
| Job Category | Group-‘C’ Non-Gazetted & Non-Ministerial |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Ex-Servicemen Quota | 10% of total vacancies reserved |
SSB Constable Tradesman Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026
Before you begin your preparation, it is crucial to understand the multi-stage selection process and the written exam structure. The selection process typically involves a Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET), followed by a Written Examination, a Trade/Skill Test, Document Verification, and a Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
Written Exam Pattern Overview
The written exam is conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) or an OMR-based offline test consisting entirely of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100 (1 mark awarded for every correct answer)
- Exam Duration: 2 Hours (120 minutes)
- Negative Marking: There is typically a 0.25 mark deduction for every incorrect answer (always verify this specific detail with the final 2025 notification brochure).
| Subject / Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge / Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General English / General Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Subject-Wise Syllabus Breakdown
To secure your spot among the 827 vacancies, you should strictly focus your preparation on these core subjects:
- General Knowledge & Awareness: This section tests your knowledge of National and International Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Indian Polity and Constitution, General Science (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology up to the 10th standard), and Static GK.
- Elementary Mathematics: Key topics include the Number System, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Time & Distance, and basic Mensuration.
- General Reasoning: Focus on Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Number Series, Direction Sense Test, Non-verbal series, and basic logical problem-solving skills.
- General English / General Hindi: Prepare for basic Grammar, Vocabulary, Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases, Error spotting, Fill in the blanks, and Reading Comprehension/Unseen Passages.
SSB Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025 Out: Apply Now Vacancy Breakdown (827 Posts)
The Sashastra Seema Bal has released a detailed, category-wise breakdown (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST) for the 827 available posts. Here is the post-wise summary of the vacancies:
- Constable (Driver) only for male: 553 Posts (Highest Vacancies)
- Constable (Washerman): 74 Posts
- Constable (Barber): 43 Posts
- Constable (Gardener): 41 Posts
- Constable (Tailor): 41 Posts
- Constable (Veterinary): 34 Posts
- Constable (Cobbler): 25 Posts
- Constable (Carpenter): 7 Posts
- Constable (Water Carrier): 5 Posts
- Constable (Waiter): 3 Posts
- Constable (Nursing Orderly): 1 Post
Nationality and Citizenship Eligibility
To successfully apply for the SSB Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet strict citizenship criteria based on the trade they select:
- For Washerman, Barber, Water Carrier, Waiter, Tailor, Gardener, and Cobbler: The applicant must be a strictly a Citizen of India.
- For Driver, Veterinary, Carpenter, and Nursing Orderly: Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan are also eligible to apply, provided they meet the specific guidelines outlined by the Central Government.
