SSC GD 2026 Exam Schedule Released for CAPFs and Assam Rifles

Published: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 14:01 [IST]

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC GD 2026 examination schedule for recruitment to the posts of Constable (General Duty) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Secretariat Security Force (SSF), and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles.

SSC GD 2026 Exam Schedule Released for CAPFs and Assam Rifles

Candidates who have successfully registered for the recruitment can now check the detailed schedule and prepare accordingly for the upcoming examination.

SSC GD 2026 Constable Exam Dates

According to the official notification, the SSC GD examination will be conducted:

Event	Date and Time
Official Notification Release	April 11, 2026
Start of preference submission window	April 11, 2026, 3:00 PM
End of preference submission window	April 15, 2026, 5:00 PM
Exam window 1	April 27, 2026 to May 2, 2026
Exam window 2	May 4 to 9, 2026
Exam window 3	May 18 to 23, 2026
Exam window 4	May 25 to 30, 2026

The exam will be held across multiple centres nationwide in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.

Forces Covered Under SSC GD Recruitment

The recruitment aims to fill vacancies in various central forces, including:

BSF (Border Security Force)
CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force)
CISF (Central Industrial Security Force)
ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police)
SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal)
SSF (Secretariat Security Force)
Assam Rifles (Rifleman GD)

This makes SSC GD one of the largest recruitment drives for defence and paramilitary forces in India.

Option to Select Preferred Exam Weeks

A key feature of the SSC GD 2026 schedule is that candidates will be allowed to select their preferred exam weeks. This flexibility helps candidates plan their preparation and travel more efficiently.

Candidates must log in to the SSC portal within the specified timeframe to choose their preferred exam slot.

Selection Process for SSC GD 2026

The selection process consists of multiple stages:

Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Medical Examination

Final selection is based on performance across all stages.

SSC GD Exam Pattern (Brief)

The CBT exam typically includes:

General Intelligence & Reasoning
General Knowledge & Awareness
Elementary Mathematics
English/Hindi Language

Candidates should focus on accuracy and time management to perform well.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Regularly check the official SSC website for updates
Select exam week preferences within the given deadline
Download admit cards once released
Prepare required documents for verification
Follow exam day guidelines strictly

Importance of SSC GD Recruitment

SSC GD recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking:

A career in defence and paramilitary forces
Job security and government benefits
Opportunities for career growth and promotion

Conclusion

The release of the SSC GD 2026 exam schedule marks a crucial step for lakhs of aspirants preparing for government jobs in the security forces. With exams scheduled from April 27 to May 2026, candidates should finalize their preparation strategy and make use of the option to select preferred exam weeks. Staying updated and focused will be key to success in this highly competitive examination.