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SSC GD Constable - Pattern, Syllabus & Free Mocks

SSC GD (General Duty) Constable recruits for Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF, and Assam Rifles. The CBT exam is a 60-minute test with 80 questions worth 160 marks, followed by Physical Efficiency (PET) and Physical Standard (PST) tests.

80 Qs160 marks60 min−0.25 per wrong
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SSC GD Constable at a glance

Facts as of · Source: Staff Selection Commission (ssc.gov.in) · Exact dates, vacancies and the age cut-off date change with every notification — always confirm on the official notice.
Conducting bodyStaff Selection Commission (SSC)
EducationClass 10 (Matriculation) pass.
Age limit18 to 23 years, with category relaxations. The cut-off date is fixed in each notification.
StagesComputer-based exam, Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Physical Standard Test (PST), medical examination, document verification.
CBE format80 questions, 160 marks, 60 minutes.
Marking+2 per correct answer, −0.25 per wrong answer.
ForcesCentral Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF and Assam Rifles.
Pay levelPay Level 3 of the 7th CPC pay matrix.

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What is the SSC GD Constable exam pattern?

The CBT has 4 sections: Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi (candidates choose English or Hindi language section). Each section has 20 questions.

SectionQuestionsMax Marks
Reasoning2040
General Knowledge2040
Elementary Mathematics2040
English / Hindi Language2040

What is the SSC GD Constable syllabus?

Mathematics focuses on arithmetic operations, percentages, averages, interest, profit & loss, and mensuration. Reasoning tests spatial and non-verbal patterns. General Knowledge covers sports, history, culture, geography, and current affairs. Language section tests basic comprehension in English or Hindi.

What is a good SSC GD Constable cut-off?

Cut-offs are calculated state-wise and category-wise. Border and militancy-affected districts have lower cut-offs compared to general areas.

How should I prepare for SSC GD Constable?

If you choose the Hindi section, study standard grammar and vocabulary. Practice solving arithmetic questions quickly without manual calculators.


Frequently asked questions

Can I write the exam in Hindi?

Yes, the questions are bilingual, and you can choose either Hindi or English for the language section.

Is there a physical test for GD Constable?

Yes. Candidates clearing the CBT must pass height, chest, and running efficiency tests.

What is the educational qualification for SSC GD Constable?

Class 10 (Matriculation) pass. (Source: Staff Selection Commission (ssc.gov.in); as of 2026-09-21.)

What is the age limit for SSC GD Constable?

18 to 23 years, with category relaxations. The cut-off date is fixed in each notification. (Source: Staff Selection Commission (ssc.gov.in); as of 2026-09-21.)

What are the stages of the SSC GD Constable exam?

Computer-based exam, Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Physical Standard Test (PST), medical examination, document verification. (Source: Staff Selection Commission (ssc.gov.in); as of 2026-09-21.)

What is the pay level for SSC GD Constable?

Pay Level 3 of the 7th CPC pay matrix. (Source: Staff Selection Commission (ssc.gov.in); as of 2026-09-21.)

What is the marking scheme and negative marking in SSC GD Constable?

+2 per correct answer, −0.25 per wrong answer. (Source: Staff Selection Commission (ssc.gov.in); as of 2026-09-21.)