SSB Constable Recruitment 2026: 827 Posts, Apply by 4 May 2026

Sashastra Seema Bal has released the official notification for Constable (Veterinary), Constable (Driver), Constable (Gardener), Constable (Water Carrier), Constable (Cobbler), Constable (Tailor), Constable (Washerman), Constable (Barber), Constable (Waiter), Constable (Carpenter), Constable (Nursing Orderly) recruitment. A total of 827 vacancies are open. Eligible candidates can apply online before 4 May 2026.

Recruitment Overview

About Sashastra Seema Bal

Sashastra Seema Bal is the recruiting authority for this notification. Selected candidates will work in All India / Outside India (SSB Units). This notification specifically covers the Constable (Veterinary) posts.

Eligibility Criteria

This recruitment covers multiple posts, each with its own eligibility requirements. The table below summarises the qualification, age limit and number of vacancies for every post:

Nationality

The applicant must be an Indian citizen.

Pay Scale & Salary

The pay scale for the post is Rs. 21,700 – Rs. 69,100 per month, in accordance with the official pay matrix.

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be done through the following stages:

• Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
• Physical Standard Test (PST)
• Written Exam
• Trade/Skill Test
• Document Verification
• Medical Exam

Preparation Tips

Here are practical tips to help you prepare effectively for the Constable (Veterinary) recruitment:

• Begin physical training (running, push-ups, long jump) at least 6-8 weeks before the call letter — male candidates typically need to clear 5 km in ~24 minutes (1.6 km in 6.5 minutes for CAPF), 3.5-foot long jump, and 1.2-foot high jump; female candidates have correspondingly easier but still demanding standards.
• Confirm you meet the Physical Standard Test (PST) norms in advance — height (typically 170 cm general), chest expansion (80–85 cm) and weight ratios. Plan ahead for the medical exam too.
• For the Computer Based Test (CBT), revise General Awareness (especially current affairs of the last 6–12 months), Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English / Hindi — past CRPF / SSC GD papers are excellent practice.
• If a Trade Test is part of the selection, practise the specific trade (electrician, fitter, mason, cobbler, tailor, etc.) since the panel evaluates hands-on proficiency.
• Sleep, hydration and nutrition discipline in the final two weeks dramatically reduces injury risk during the PET, especially in summer states.
• Practise the practical driving test on the vehicle category mentioned (LMV, HMV, transport) — examiners check parallel parking, reverse-on-incline and emergency braking.
• Revise the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 and basic traffic-rules theory — the written paper covers signals, signs, and right-of-way scenarios.
• Maintain a clean driving record — pending challans / accidents flagged during background verification can disqualify.
• Keep your commercial driving licence, RTO clearance and any vehicle-proficiency certificate ready for verification.
• Revise clinical fundamentals plus your specialty / super-specialty syllabus for the relevant exam — past AIIMS / ESIC / state-medical-recruitment papers help calibrate depth.
• Stay current on national health programmes (NHM, ICMR guidelines, recent COVID-protocol updates, IMNCI, RNTCP) — these come up in interviews.
• For PG / Senior Resident posts, ensure your State Medical Council registration is active and your internship completion certificate is ready.
• Brush up on basic biostatistics, public health and essential drug list — they're surprisingly common in MO recruitment papers.
• Strengthen subject-specific knowledge — Agriculture / Animal Husbandry / Veterinary as applicable to the post — past Gram Sevak / Agriculture Officer papers are excellent practice.
• Stay current on schemes relevant to rural India: PM-KISAN, MGNREGA, RKVY, Operation Flood, livestock-vaccination drives — these dominate the GA section.
• Brush up on local geography, agro-climatic zones, soil types, major crops and irrigation infrastructure of the recruiting state.
• Local-language proficiency matters — practise reading and writing in the state language and revise common rural / agricultural terminology.
• Read the full official notification PDF and the syllabus before starting structured preparation — it is the single source of truth on eligibility, syllabus and pattern.
• Bookmark the official application portal and check it daily during the application window for any corrigendum, syllabus update or admit-card release.
• Keep all original certificates and self-attested photocopies organised in a single labelled file ready for the document-verification round.

Documents Required

Before starting the online application for the Constable (Veterinary) post, candidates should keep the following documents ready in scanned format:

• Character certificate issued by your local police station or last educational institution (within the past 6 months)
• Domicile / state-of-residence certificate (mandatory for state-cadre constabulary recruitment)
• Self-declaration of medical fitness, no-tattoo (where applicable) and no pending criminal proceedings
• NCC / sports certificate if you are claiming the corresponding bonus marks or preference
• ITI certificate in the relevant trade (mandatory for tradesmen / skill posts)
• Trade-test self-declaration of practical proficiency in the advertised trade
• Apprenticeship completion certificate (if claimed)
• Trade-experience letter from previous employer (if any)
• Valid commercial driving licence (transport vehicle endorsement) issued by RTO
• Driving experience certificate from previous employer (if claiming experience)
• Self-declaration on traffic-violation history
• MBBS / BDS / BAMS / BHMS / GNM / ANM degree certificate and final mark sheets
• Valid registration with the State Medical Council / Nursing Council
• Internship completion certificate
• Specialty / super-specialty certificate (for senior resident / consultant posts)
• Domicile / village-residence certificate (for state-specific Panchayat posts)
• Subject-relevant degree / diploma — Agriculture / Animal Husbandry / Veterinary as applicable
• Local-language proficiency certificate (where the state mandates)
• Computer-proficiency certificate
• Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the format specified on the application portal
• Government-issued photo ID — Aadhaar card / PAN card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence
• Date-of-birth proof — 10th class certificate or Birth Certificate
• Educational qualification mark sheets and certificates relevant to the advertised post
• Caste / category / EWS / PwBD certificates issued by the competent authority (where applicable)
• Working email ID and active mobile number for OTP verification and admit-card download

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website at https://ssb.gov.in.
2. Click on the recruitment / careers section and locate the current notification.
3. Read the official notification PDF carefully and confirm your eligibility.
4. Click the Apply Online link to register and create an account if required.
5. Fill the application form with personal, educational and contact details.
6. Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fee online as per your category.
8. Review all entries, submit the form before 4 May 2026, and download a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Links

• Apply Online: https://recruitment.ssb.gov.in
• Notification PDF: Download Official Notification
• Official Website: https://ssb.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit the online application is 4 May 2026.

How many vacancies are open?

A total of 827 vacancies have been notified for Constable (Veterinary), Constable (Driver), Constable (Gardener), Constable (Water Carrier), Constable (Cobbler), Constable (Tailor), Constable (Washerman), Constable (Barber), Constable (Waiter), Constable (Carpenter), Constable (Nursing Orderly).

Who can apply for this recruitment?

Indian citizens who meet the eligibility (ITI + Diploma + 10th Pass) and aged between 18 and 27 years are eligible to apply. The detailed post-wise eligibility is listed in the table above.

Is the application process online?

Yes. Candidates must apply through the official online portal at https://recruitment.ssb.gov.in.

What is the application fee?

The application fee for general category candidates is Rs. 100. Reserved category candidates are required to pay Nil.

Where will candidates be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted in All India / Outside India (SSB Units) as per the official notification.

Apply before 4 May 2026 on the official portal. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a reputed government organization.