SSC Constable (GD) Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2025: Detailed Guide

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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) General Duty (GD) Constable recruitment is one of the most sought-after opportunities for candidates aspiring to join the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Assam Rifles, and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). Understanding the SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern and Syllabus is crucial for success. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you prepare.

Exam Conducting Authority:Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Name of the Exam:SSC GD Exam 2025
Candidates Recruited For Orgs.: Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) , Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Assam Rifles (AR), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Secretariat Security Force (SSF). Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)
Name of the Post: Constables
Notification Release Date: 5 Sept 2024
Tentative Exam Dates: Jan-Feb 2025
Selection Process: Computer Based Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Physical Standard Test, Medical Examination
Language: English and Hindi
Mode of Examination: Online
Official Website: SSC

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Exam Pattern for SSC GD Constable 2025

The recruitment process consists of several stages:

1. Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
2. Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
4. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
5. Document Verification

1. Computer-Based Examination (CBE)

The CBE is the first and most important stage, consisting of objective-type multiple-choice questions. The exam details are as follows:

• Total Marks: 160 marks
• Number of Questions: 80 questions
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Marking Scheme: +2 marks for each correct answer, no negative marking

The examination is divided into four sections:

Section	Number of Questions	Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	20	40
General Knowledge & General Awareness	20	40
Elementary Mathematics	20	40
English/Hindi Language	20	40

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2. Physical Standard Test (PST)

Candidates who qualify for the CBE will undergo a Physical Standard Test (PST). The physical measurements include height, chest expansion, and weight, which vary by gender and category. Some key parameters include:

Male Candidates:

• Height: 170 cm (relaxation for certain categories)
• Chest: 80 cm (minimum) with 5 cm expansion

Female Candidates:

• Height: 157 cm (relaxation for certain categories)

3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) tests the physical endurance of candidates. Key activities include:

• Male Candidates: 5 km race in 24 minutes
• Female Candidates: 1.6 km race in 8.5 minutes
• Candidates must complete these tasks within the specified time to qualify.

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4. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)

Candidates who clear the PST and PET will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Medical standards are strict, focusing on visual acuity, overall health, and fitness levels. Any candidate found medically unfit will be disqualified.