🔴 Government Job Alert 2026
SSB Head Constable
Paramedical Recruitment 2026
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
Advertisement No. 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025
76 Total Vacancies
Group C Posts
Central Govt Job
10th / 12th Pass
Age: 18–27 Years
The Office of the Director General, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India has officially released a recruitment notification for 76 Paramedical Posts in Group-C, Non-Gazetted (Combatised) & Non-Ministerial category. This is a golden opportunity for candidates with paramedical qualifications — nursing, laboratory, or physiotherapy backgrounds — to secure a permanent career in a Central Armed Police Force. SSB guards India's international borders with Nepal and Bhutan, and its paramedical staff plays a direct, essential role in keeping the force operationally ready.
Total Posts
76
Organization
SSB / MHA
Age Limit
18–27
Category
Group C
Apply Mode
Online
Last Date
04 May 2026
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Important Dates
Notification Released
17 March 2026
Online Application Start Date
21 March 2026
Last Date to Apply Online
04 May 2026 ⚠️
Exam Date
To Be Announced
Official Website
ssb.gov.in / recruitment.ssb.gov.in
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Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (Laboratory Assistant) | Level-4 (7th CPC) | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | 30 |
| Head Constable (Physiotherapy Assistant) | Level-4 (7th CPC) | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | 12 |
| Constable (Nursing Assistant cum Medic) | Level-3 (7th CPC) | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 | 34 |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | 76 | ||
📌 Note:
- 10% of vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen across all three posts.
- DG, SSB reserves the right to increase/decrease/cancel vacancies without assigning any reason.
- Community-wise (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) reservation is applicable as per Government norms.
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Eligibility Criteria (Educational Qualification)
👨🔬 Head Constable – Laboratory Assistant (30 Posts)
- Passed Class 12th (10+2) with Biology as a subject from a recognized Board/University.
- Completed a minimum 1-year Diploma/Certificate course in Laboratory Science/Laboratory Technology from a recognized institution.
- Minimum 1 year of working experience as Lab Assistant in a recognized Laboratory, Diagnostic Centre, Hospital, or Institution Lab.
🏃 Head Constable – Physiotherapy Assistant (12 Posts)
- Passed Class 12th (10+2) from a recognized Board/University.
- Completed a minimum 1-year Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
- Minimum 1 year of working experience in the field of Physiotherapy from a recognized institution/hospital.
🏥 Constable – Nursing Assistant cum Medic (34 Posts)
- Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized Board.
- Possess a valid First Aid Certificate specifically from St. John's Ambulance Organization or Red Cross Society of India only. (Certificates from other organizations will NOT be accepted.)
- Minimum 1 year of working experience in a recognized Hospital/Medical Institution.
📌 Important Notes on Qualification:
- Candidates who have appeared in their qualifying examination but results are awaited are also eligible to apply.
- All educational certificates other than Central/State Board certificates must be accompanied by a Government notification declaring equivalence for Central Government service.
- All experience certificates must be from recognized institutions only.
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Age Limit
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR / EWS | No Relaxation | 27 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 Years | 30 Years |
| SC / ST | +5 Years | 32 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. norms | As applicable |
| Departmental Candidates | Up to 40–45 Years | As per rules |
📌 Note: Minimum age is 18 years for all posts. Age is calculated as on the closing date of receipt of online applications (i.e., 04 May 2026). Calculate your age carefully using your Matriculation certificate's date of birth.
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Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST | NIL (Exempt) |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | NIL (Exempt) |
| Ex-Servicemen | NIL (Exempt) |
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Salary & Pay Scale (7th CPC)
Head Constable Posts
₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Pay Matrix Level-4
Constable (Nursing)
₹21,700 – ₹69,100
Pay Matrix Level-3
Additional Benefits Include:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Ration Money Allowance
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical benefits, leave entitlements, and other admissible Central Government allowances
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad as per SSB requirements
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Physical Standards (PST)
| Category | Height (Male) | Height (Female) | Chest (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR / OBC / EWS | 165 cm | 155 cm | 75 cm (unexpanded) / 80 cm (expanded) |
| ST Candidates | Relaxation applicable | Relaxation applicable | Relaxation applicable |
| NE States / Garhwali / Kumaoni / Dogra / Maratha / J&K / Ladakh | Relaxation applicable | Relaxation applicable | Relaxation applicable |
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Post | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (Lab Assistant & Physiotherapy Assistant) | 1.6 km run in 6 minutes 30 seconds | 800 metres in 4 minutes |
| Constable (Nursing Assistant cum Medic) | 4.8 km run in 24 minutes | 2.4 km in 18 minutes |
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Selection Process
1
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Height and chest measurement as per category-wise norms.
2
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Running test — distance and time vary by post and gender (see PET table above).
3
Documentation / Document Verification
Original documents including educational certificates, experience letters, caste certificates, etc. will be verified.
4
Written Examination (Computer Based Test – CBT)
HC (Lab & Physiotherapy): 150 marks | 150 MCQs | 3 hours — Part I: GK, Maths, Reasoning, General English/Hindi (50 marks); Part II: Technical Subjects (100 marks). Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
Constable (Nursing): 100 marks | 100 MCQs | 2 hours — GK, Maths, Reasoning, General English/Hindi.
Constable (Nursing): 100 marks | 100 MCQs | 2 hours — GK, Maths, Reasoning, General English/Hindi.
5
Skill / Trade Test
Practical assessment relevant to the applied post (Lab / Physiotherapy / Nursing).
6
Medical Examination
Final medical fitness examination as per CAPF standards.
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How to Apply Online – Step by Step
1
Visit Official Website
Go to ssb.gov.in or recruitment.ssb.gov.in
2
Find the Notification
Click on "Recruitment" section → SSB HC Paramedical Recruitment 2026 Notification → Read the full notification PDF carefully.
3
Register & Fill Application Form
Click "Apply Online" → Register with your valid email and mobile number → Fill all personal, educational, and professional details accurately.
4
Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates as per the specified format and size.
5
Pay Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹100 online. SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen — Fee Exempt.
6
Submit & Print
Submit the application and take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
⚠️ Important Tips:
- The SSB portal is known to experience congestion in the final days. Do NOT wait for the last date.
- Calculate your age using your Matriculation certificate's date of birth as on 04 May 2026.
- All documents should be from recognized institutions only.
- Check for official updates regularly at ssb.gov.in as dates are subject to change.
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Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | recruitment.ssb.gov.in |
| Official Notification PDF | ssb.gov.in → Recruitment |
| Official SSB Website | ssb.gov.in |
⏰ Don't Miss This Opportunity!
76 Government Posts in Central Armed Police Force — Last Date: 04 May 2026
Apply now before the portal gets congested!
Official Website: recruitment.ssb.gov.in | ssb.gov.in
