SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 233 Posts

Age Limits

• Head Constable (Steward), (Communication), (Veterinary): 18-27 years
• Head Constable (Electrician): 18-25 years

Age relaxations as per government rules apply for SC/ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, and other categories.

Qualifications by Post

Head Constable (Steward)

• 12th class pass from a recognized Board.
• Diploma of minimum two years in Catering and Kitchen Management from a Central/State Government-recognized institution.
• At least one year of working experience as a Steward in a hospital or institution recognized by the Central/State Government.

Head Constable (Communication)

• 12th class pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognized Board; OR
• Three-year Diploma in Electronics or Communications or Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognized Institute.

Head Constable (Electrician)

• Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board.
• Two years of work experience in the respective trade; OR
• One-year certificate course from an ITI or Vocational Institute with at least one year experience; OR
• Two years Diploma from an ITI in the respective trade or similar trade; AND
• Must qualify trade test.

Head Constable (Veterinary)

• 12th class pass with Science and Biology as main subjects from a recognized Board.

• Two years Diploma Course in Veterinary and Livestock Development or Veterinary Stock Assistant Course or Animal Husbandry Course from a recognized institution.

• Nationality: Indian citizens only.

• Age/date criteria as per the advertisement.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Published in Employment News: 21-27 March 2026
• Last Date for Online Applications: 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News
• Crucial Date for Age & Eligibility Determination: Closing date for receipt of applications (30 days from publication)

Application Fee

• UR, EWS, and OBC: ₹100 (non-refundable)
• SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, and Female candidates: Exempted from fee
• Payment mode: Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI

General Instructions

• Posts are temporary but likely to continue; selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad.
• A candidate can apply for only one post.
• Online applications only; other modes will be rejected.
• Check eligibility criteria and ensure possession of required certificates by the last date.
• No TA/DA for attending recruitment; candidates should arrange stay as needed.
• Prohibited items at recruitment venues include calculators, digital diaries, cell phones, etc.
• The DG, SSB reserves the right to modify or cancel recruitment without explanation.
• Official amendments will be posted on the SSB recruitment portals.