The Border Security Force (BSF) has officially released the BSF Tradesman Recruitment 2025 notification, inviting applications for 3588 Constable (Tradesman) posts. This is a great opportunity for 10th pass candidates looking to join India’s prestigious paramilitary force. Interested applicants can apply online through the official BSF website and must ensure they meet the required eligibility criteria before submitting their application.
BSF Constable Tradesman New Vacancy 2025 Out! All 10th pass Male and Female candidates can apply for these posts from 26 July to 25 August 2025 at the official website @bsf.gov.in.
BSF Tradesman Notification 2025 Official PDF
The BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025 detailed notification is now live on the official website, covering vacancies, eligibility, important dates, fees, salary, syllabus, and selection process.
Eligible candidates should apply online before 26 August 2025. To make it easier, a direct link to download the BSF Tradesman Notification PDF is included in the article.
BSF Tradesman Recruitment 2025
BSF Recruitment 2025 invites eligible male and female candidates to apply for Constable (Tradesman) posts such as Cook, Water Carrier, Washer, and Barber.
Before applying, check the required qualifications and age limit. The selection process includes Physical Test, Written Exam, Document Verification, and Medical Exam. A summary is provided in the table below for quick reference.
BSF Tradesman Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights | |
Recruitment Organization | Border Security Force |
Post Name | Constable Tradesmen |
Advertisement Number | CT_Trade_07/2025 |
Vacancies | 3588 |
Job Location | All India |
Category | Notification |
Status | Released |
Education Qualification | 10th passed with IT Certificate |
Age Limit | 18 to 25 Years |
Selection Process | Physical Test, Written Examination, Document Verification and more. |
Salary | Rs. 21,700 To Rs. 69,100 (Pay Level 3) |
Application Mode | Online |
Official Website | bsf.gov.in |
BSF Constable Tradesman New Vacancy 2025
A total of 3588 BSF Constable Tradesman vacancies are available for eligible male and female candidates. Post-wise and category-wise vacancy details are given in the table below.
BSF Constable Tradesman Vacancy 2025 (Category-wise)
Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
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Constable Tradesman (Male) | 1325 | 316 | 932 | 548 | 283 | 3406 |
Constable Tradesman (Female) | 76 | 14 | 50 | 29 | 19 | 182 |
Grand Total | 1401 | 330 | 982 | 577 | 302 | 3588 |
BSF Tradesman New Vacancy 2025: Male Candidates
BSF Tradesman Recruitment 2025 Post-Wise Vacancy Details | ||||||
Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
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Constable (Cobbler) | 24 | 05 | 19 | 10 | 07 | 65 |
Constable (Tailor) | 07 | 01 | 05 | 04 | 01 | 18 |
Constable (Carpenter) | 16 | 03 | 10 | 06 | 03 | 38 |
Constable (Plumber) | 05 | 0 | 03 | 01 | 01 | 10 |
Constable (Painter) | 02 | 0 | 02 | 01 | 0 | 05 |
Constable (Electrician) | 02 | 0 | 01 | 01 | 0 | 04 |
Constable (Pump Operator) | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 01 |
Constable (Upholster) | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 01 |
Constable (Water Carrier) | 262 | 64 | 191 | 116 | 66 | 699 |
Constable (Washer Man) | 123 | 30 | 87 | 53 | 27 | 320 |
Constable (Barber) | 44 | 10 | 33 | 19 | 09 | 115 |
Constable (Sweeper) | 265 | 64 | 176 | 99 | 48 | 652 |
Constable (Waiter) | 05 | 01 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 13 |
Total | 1325 | 318 | 932 | 548 | 283 | 3406 |
BSF Tradesman New Vacancy 2025: Female Candidates
For Female Candidates | ||||||
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Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
Constable (Cobbler) | 02 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 02 |
Constable (Tailor) | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 01 |
Constable (Water Carrier) | 15 | 03 | 11 | 06 | 03 | 38 |
Constable (Washer Man) | 07 | 01 | 05 | 03 | 01 | 17 |
Constable (Cook) | 33 | 07 | 23 | 13 | 06 | 82 |
Constable (Sweeper) | 14 | 03 | 09 | 06 | 03 | 35 |
Constable (Barber) | 03 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 0 | 06 |
A total of 3588 vacancies regarding Constable (Tradesman) posts have been announced for male & female candidates. This is the best time for candidates, they must apply apply for these posts with meet the criteria and start the preparation to crack the exam.
BSF Constable Tradesman Important Dates 2025
The BSF Constable (Tradesman) online application process started on 26 July 2025 and will close on 26 August 2025. Candidates can correct any errors in their forms from 24 to 26 August 2025.
BSF Constable Tradesman 2025: Important Dates | |
BSF Constable Tradesman Notification | 25 July 2025 |
Apply Start Date | 26 July 2025 |
Apply Last Date | 25 August 2025 |
Application Form Correction | 24 to 26 August 2025 |
Last Date of Fee Payment | 25 August 2025 |
Physical Test Date | TBA |
BSF Tradesmen Recruitment 2025 Application Fees
The candidates should pay the required application fees to submit their online application. The payment of application fees is online by using a Credit card, Debit card, Net banking, UPI or other provided services. Check the category-wise application fees details:
BSF Tradesmen Application Fees 2025 | |
Category | Fees |
Gen/OBC/EWS | Rs. 150 +18% GST |
SC/ST/ Female candidates | Nil |
BSF Tradesman Online Application Form 2025
The BSF Constable Tradesman 2025 online application process began on 26th July 2025 at @bsf.gov.in. Both eligible male and female candidates can apply for various trades by visiting the official portal.
The last date to submit the online form is 26th August 2025. Applicants should carefully review the official notification for details on eligibility, age limit, trade-wise vacancies, and important guidelines before applying.
Note: Candidates should apply for their domicile state only.
How To Submit the BSF Constable Tradesman Online Application Form 2025
Candidates interested in the BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025 must submit their online application through the official portal @bsf.gov.in. Below is a step-by-step process to help you complete the BSF application process for various trades smoothly and correctly.
- Go to the BSF official recruitment portal at https://rectt.bsf.gov.in.
- On the homepage, find and click on the link that says “Apply Online for Constable (Tradesman) 2025”.
- If you’re a new user, register by providing basic details like name, email ID, mobile number, etc.
- Use your registration ID and password to log in and access the application form.
- Enter your details, educational qualifications, communication address, and other required information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and other necessary documents in the specified format.
- Pay the required application fee using online payment methods like UPI, net banking, or debit/credit card.
- Check all the entered details carefully. Once verified, click on the “Submit” button to complete the application.
- After submission, download or print the confirmation page for future reference
Eligibility Criteria For BSF Recruitment 2025
Before applying for the BSF Tradesman Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the required eligibility criteria set by the Border Security Force. This includes specific educational qualifications, age limits, and physical standards for various trades. Understanding the eligibility norms is crucial to ensure a successful application and avoid disqualification.
Educational Qualifications
To meet the required education qualification which has provided in the article given below-
Cook, Water Carrier, and Waiter Trades
- Candidates must have passed the 10th class or its equivalent from a recognised education board.
- Additionally, they should have completed a kitchen/food production course from NSDC or any recognised training institute.
Carpenter, Plumber, Painter, Electrician, Pump Operator, Upholsterer
- Should have cleared the 10th standard from a recognised board.
- Must hold a 2-year ITI certificate in the respective trade or a 1-year vocational course.
- A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience is also required.
Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Sweeper, Khoji, Syce
- Must have passed Class 10 from a recognised board.
- Should be skilled in their trade and have hands-on proficiency.
- Candidates need to pass a trade test to qualify.
Age Limit
- To apply for BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025, applicants must be between 18 to 25 years of age.
- SC/ST candidates will get an age relaxation of 5 years above the maximum age limit.
- OBC candidates are allowed a 3-year relaxation in the upper age limit as per government norms
BSF Constable Tradesman Selection Process
The recruitment process will consist of the following phases:
Each stage must be cleared to move forward in the selection.
BSF Tradesman Physical Efficiency Test
Candidates who submitted their applications can appear for the Physical Standard Test (PST), which checks physical standards. It is qualifying only, and those who pass will move to the next stage. BSF PST details are given below.
BSF Physical Standard Test (PST) | ||
Events | Standards | Attempts |
High Jump | 3ft. 6 inc. | 3 |
Long Jump | 11ft. | 3 |
5kms race (Male) | 24 minutes | – |
1.6kms race | 8.30 minutes | – |
The candidates who qualify in the Physical Standards are only shortlited for the next stage of the selection process i,e Written examination.
BSF Physical Standard Test (PST)
The BSF PST and PET will be conducted simultaneously. The Physical Measurements for the candidates will include Height, Weight and chest expansion.
BSF Tradesman Physical Efficiency Test | ||||
Category | Height (Male) | Height (Female) | Chest (Normal) | Chest (Expanison) |
General | 165 CM | 155 CM | 75 cm | 80 cm |
ST from LWE- Affected | 158 CM | 147 CM | 75 cm | 80 cm |
Candidates of ST’s | 160 CM | 147 cms | 78 cm | 80 cm |
Hilly areas of HP, Sikkim, NE, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra Goa, UT | 162.5 CM | 75 cm | 80 cm | |
NE States | 160 CM | 150 CM | 75 cm | 80 cm |
BSF Tradesmen Exam Pattern 2025
The candidates applying for the BSF Tradesmen should be aware of the detailed exam pattern. The BSF Tradesmen Syllabus and Exam Pattern provides key details about the subjects involved, marks distribution, exam duration etc.
- The exam consists of 100 questions for 100 marks
- Exam will be in OMR Mode, objective type
- Each question carries 1 mark
- There is no negative marking
- The duration of the exam is 2 hours
BSF Tradesmen Exam Pattern 2025 | ||
Subjects | Questions/ Marks | Duration |
General Awareness/ General K | 25 | 2 hours |
Knowledge of Elementary mathematics | 25 | |
Analytical Aptitude and the ability to observe and distinguish patterns | 25 | |
Basic Knowledge of candidates in English or Hindi | 25 |
BSF Tradesmen Constable Salary 2025
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Constables receive an attractive BSF Constable Salary as per government norms.
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Salary is given under Pay Matrix Level 3 of the 7th CPC.
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Basic pay ranges from ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month.
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Along with basic pay, they get various allowances, including:
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Dearness Allowance (DA)
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Medical Assistance
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Free Accommodation
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Free Leave Pass
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Other government benefits
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Also check |
BSF Tradesman Syllabus |
BSF Tradesman Constable Previous Year Papers |