The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has announced a major recruitment drive for the year 2026. Under this recruitment, a total of 827 posts for Constable (Tradesman) will be filled. These include various trades such as Veterinary, Driver, and Gardener. All these posts fall under the Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted and Non-Ministerial category.
The online application process commenced on March 21, 2026, and the deadline has been set for April 20, 2026. Candidates wishing to apply are advised to first carefully read the complete official notification so that they can understand all the necessary details and submit their applications correctly.
| Important | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 21 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified later |
| Total Vacancies | 827 Posts |
SSB Constable Tradesman Application Fee 2026
The application fee has been determined according to category. The fee is set at ₹100 for candidates belonging to the General, OBC, and EWS categories, whereas candidates from the SC and ST categories are exempt from paying any fee; for them, the application process is entirely free. Furthermore, the application fee has also been waived for all female candidates. Candidates can conveniently pay their application fees online using a credit card, debit card, or internet banking.
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | ₹0 (Free) |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0 (Free) |
Age Limit (as on 20 April 2026)
The age limit is fixed as of April 20, 2026. The age requirement varies for each specific post, though it generally falls between 18 and 27 years. In accordance with government regulations, certain categories are also granted age relaxation. For complete details, please refer to the official notification.
Total Vacancies: 827 Posts with post-wise
Here is the post-wise vacancy breakup:
| Sl. No | Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Constable (Veterinary) | 21 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 34 |
| 2 | Constable (Driver) – Male only | 244 | 45 | 145 | 81 | 38 | 553 |
| 3 | Constable (Gardener) | 18 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 4 | 41 |
| 4 | Constable (Water Carrier) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 5 | Constable (Cobbler) | 15 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 25 |
| 6 | Constable (Tailor) | 19 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 4 | 41 |
| 7 | Constable (Washerman) | 32 | 7 | 19 | 11 | 5 | 74 |
| 8 | Constable (Barber) | 21 | 4 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 43 |
| 9 | Constable (Waiter) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 10 | Constable (Carpenter) | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 11 | Constable (Nursing Orderly) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 383 | 64 | 191 | 128 | 61 | 827 |
Educational Qualification and Age Limit (Post-Wise)
| Sr. No | Post Name | Age Limit (as on 20-04-2026) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Constable (Driver) – Male only | 21–27 years | 10th pass + Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License |
| 2 | Constable (Veterinary) | 18–25 years | 10th pass with Science + Desirable: 1 year experience in veterinary hospital |
| 3 | Constable (Carpenter) | 18–25 years | 10th pass + 2 years experience or ITI certificate/diploma in trade + Trade test |
| 4 | Constable (Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter) | 18–23 years | 10th pass + 2 years experience or ITI certificate/diploma in trade + Trade test (Multi-skilled candidates get preference) |
| 5 | Constable (Nursing Orderly) | 18–27 years | 10th pass + First Aid certificate from St. John Ambulance or Red Cross + 1 year experience as Nursing Orderly in 50+ bed hospital |
Candidates must qualify in trade test where required. For full PET/PST details, read the official notification.
Pay Scale & Selection Process
Selected candidates will receive a salary ranging from ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 at Level-3, in accordance with the 7th Pay Commission. The selection process for this recruitment will be conducted in several stages, beginning with the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and the Physical Standard Test (PST). This will be followed by the verification of candidates’ documents, a written examination, and finally, a Skill or Trade Test. It is mandatory for all candidates to qualify at every stage; only then will their selection be considered valid.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Documentation / Verification
- Written Test
- Skill / Trade Test
How to Apply Online SSB Constable Tradesman 2026 Form
To fill out the SSB Constable Tradesman 2026 application form online, you must follow the steps provided below. We have outlined a step-by-step guide below, explaining how you can fill out this form online from the comfort of your home.
- Visit the official website at applyssb.com or ssb.gov.in.
- Click on the “SSB Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026” link.
- Register using your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the correct details in the online form.
- Upload your photograph and signature (according to the specified size).
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Carefully review all the information.
- Submit the form, take a printout, and keep it safe.
FAQs – SSB Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026
Total 827 posts.
It starts from 21 March 2026.
It varies by post, mostly 18 to 27 years (with relaxation as per rules).
Mostly 10th pass with trade experience, certificate, or diploma in the relevant trade.
It includes Physical Tests, Documentation, Written Exam, Trade/Skill Test, and Medical Exam.
