Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
SSC GD Constable is the largest paramilitary recruitment examination in India, recruiting tens of thousands of dynamic young constables into India's border defense and security forces (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, SSF, and Assam Rifles).
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 160 Marks| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A: General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 Questions | 40 Marks | 60 Mins (Integrated) |
| Part B: General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20 Questions | 40 Marks | 60 Mins (Integrated) |
| Part C: Elementary Mathematics | 20 Questions | 40 Marks | 60 Mins (Integrated) |
| Part D: English or Hindi | 20 Questions | 40 Marks | 60 Mins (Integrated) |
+2 marks for correct response, -0.25 marks for incorrect response. Total 80 questions for 160 marks.
Negative Marking Rule: -0.25 marks penalty per wrong answer
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
Cutoffs vary by state and force; CISF and SSF typically require the highest cutoff marks (135-145+ out of 160).
Recruited Posts, Services & Cadres
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the physical efficiency test (PET) for SSC GD?
For male candidates, the physical test requires completing a 5-kilometer run in 24 minutes. For female candidates, the test requires completing a 1.6-kilometer run in 8 minutes and 30 seconds.
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