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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is expected to release the much-awaited SSC GD Constable 2026 exam dates very soon on its official website at ssc.gov.in. Candidates who have applied for the SSC GD Constable recruitment are eagerly waiting for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) schedule to be announced. Here is everything you need to know about the SSC GD Exam Date 2026.
SSC GD Exam Date 2026 Out Soon
The Commission postponed the SSC GD Constable 2026 computer-based exam due to administrative reasons. Originally scheduled to begin on 23rd February 2026, the exam is now postponed until further notice, with fresh dates expected to be announced soon in 1st week of March 2026. The SSC GD postponement has affected lakhs of applicants who applied for this examination, but they must stay assured that the new exam dates will be out soon.
SSC GD Constable Exam Date 2026 – Highlights
Candidates who have applied for Constable (GD) in CAPFs, SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles, and Sepoy posts are advised to regularly check the SSC website for authentic updates regarding the new exam schedule, city intimation slip, and admit card.
| Event | Date |
| SSC GD Notification Released |
1st December 2025
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| Online Application Window |
1st to 31st December 2025
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| Self-Slot Booking | Cancelled |
| Previous CBT Exam Date |
23rd February 2026 onwards (Cancelled)
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| New SSC GD Exam Date 2026 |
To Be Announced in the 1st week of March 2026
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| City Intimation Slip |
8-10 days before the new exam date
|
| Admit Card Release |
2-3 days before the new exam date
|
Why Was SSC GD Exam 2026 Postponed?
The SSC GD Exam postponement is due to the scheduling of major events and the recruitment process remains completely intact. The SSC GD Exam 2026 has not been cancelled; it has only been postponed. All registered candidates remain eligible to appear in the rescheduled exam.
SSC GD Self-Slot Booking 2026 Cancelled
The Commission cancelled the self-slot booking facility, going back to the old method where SSC automatically allots exam dates and cities. This means candidates will no longer be able to choose their preferred exam date, shift, or city. They will directly receive their allotted exam city via the City Intimation Slip, released 8-10 days before the exam.
SSC GD 2026 City Intimation Slip
Before releasing the admit card, SSC will release the exam city intimation slip 8 days beforehand. This helps candidates plan their travel arrangements. Since slot booking has been cancelled, the city slip is now the only way you will know your exam city and shift in advance.
The city intimation slip will contain:
- Exam City
- Exam Date
- Shift Details
SSC GD Admit Card 2026
The SSC GD Admit Card 2026 will be released separately on the official website a few weeks before the exam date. Candidates will need to log in using their Registration Number and Date of Birth to download the admit card. The admit card is a mandatory document and must be carried to the exam centre along with a valid photo ID proof.
How to Check SSC GD Exam Date 2026?
- Visit the official website of the Staff Selection Commission.
- Go to the “Latest News” or “Notice Board” section.
- Look for the SSC GD Constable 2026 Exam Date Notice.
- Click the notice to open the PDF.
- Check your exam date and schedule in the PDF.
SSC GD 2026 Shift Timings
The SSC GD Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be conducted over multiple days in several shifts. Candidates must report to the exam centre at least one hour before their scheduled shift.
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Duration |
| Shift 1 | 7:45 AM |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
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| Shift 2 | 10:30 AM |
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
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| Shift 3 | 1:15 PM |
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
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| Shift 4 | 4:00 PM |
5:15 PM – 6:15 PM
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SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern 2026
The Exam structure consists of 4 parts and each part carries 20 questions. Each question is 2 marks, and wrong answers attracts a negative marking of 0.25 mark out of the total.
| Part | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Part-A | Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
60 minutes (total)
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| Part-B | GK | 20 | 40 | |
| Part-C | Maths | 20 | 40 | |
| Part-D | English/Hindi | 20 | 40 | |
| Total | 80 | 160 | ||
Check: SSC GD Syllabus 2026
SSC GD Constable CBT Qualifying Marks
- UR: 30%
- OBC/EWS: 25%
- All other categories: 20%
Candidates must carry the following documents on Exam Day
- Printed admit card
- Valid photo ID proof
- Passport-size photographs (if required)
SSC GD Selection Process 2026
The GD Constable selection process comprises several stages. Given below is a step-by-step overview of the complete recruitment process.
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Medical Examination (DME/RME)
- Document Verification (DV)
SSC GD Constable Vacancy 2026
| Force | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Border Security Force (BSF) | 616 |
| Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) | 14,595 |
| Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) | 5,490 |
| Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) | 1,764 |
| Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) | 1,293 |
| Assam Rifles (Rifleman GD) | 1,706 |
| Secretariat Security Force (SSF) | 23 |
| Total | 25,487 |
SSC GD 2026 Preparation Tips
- First of all, aspirants should not believe any rumour and keep their preparation going.
- Do not pick up any subject or topic for preparation, as only few days are left.
- Revise short notes (if any).
- Take full length mock tests.
- After the admit card is released, check exam centre, shift time, and reporting time carefully.
- Carry all essential documents for exam day.
- Stay confident and follow SSC website for daily updates.
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