SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026: Last Date Extended for 233 Posts, Check Eligibility & Apply Details : The (SSB) has extended the last date for submission of online applications for Head Constable Recruitment 2026. Candidates who meet the required eligibility criteria can now apply within the extended deadline.
This recruitment drive offers opportunities for multiple Head Constable posts including Steward, Communication, Electrician, and Veterinary. Interested candidates are advised to complete their applications within the stipulated time.
Post Details
Post Name: Head Constable (Steward), Head Constable (Communication), Head Constable (Electrician), Head Constable (Veterinary)
Total Posts: 233
Important Dates
Advertisement Publication: 21–27 March 2026
Last Date to Apply: 04 May 2026 (Extended)
Admit Card: To be notified
Vacancy Distribution
Head Constable (Steward): 2 Posts
Head Constable (Communication): 197 Posts
Head Constable (Electrician): 29 Posts
Head Constable (Veterinary): 5 Posts
Total: 233 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for different posts must fulfill specific educational qualifications.
For Steward, candidates must have passed 12th along with a diploma in Catering and Kitchen Management and relevant work experience.
For Communication, candidates should have 12th with Science subjects or a diploma in Electronics, Communication, or IT-related fields.
For Electrician, candidates must have Matriculation along with ITI certificate, diploma, or relevant work experience and must qualify the trade test.
For Veterinary, candidates should have 12th with Biology and a diploma in Veterinary or Animal Husbandry-related courses.
Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply, as per the rules.
Age Limit
Steward / Communication / Veterinary: 18 to 27 years
Electrician: 18 to 25 years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
SC / ST / Female / Ex-Servicemen: Exempted
Fee once paid will not be refunded.
Salary
Selected candidates will be placed under Level-4 Pay Matrix with basic pay ranging from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month along with admissible allowances as per rules.
Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted in multiple stages.
Stage I includes Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST).
Stage II consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) with objective questions.
Stage III includes Skill Test for Electrician posts only, which is qualifying in nature.
Stage IV involves Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Final merit will be prepared based on performance in the written examination.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official SSB recruitment portals.
Visit the official website and read the detailed notification carefully before filling the form.
Fill in all required details including personal, educational, and contact information.
Upload photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee online if applicable.
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Instructions
Candidates should ensure that all details provided in the application form are correct.
Applications submitted through any mode other than online will not be accepted.
Only one application per candidate is allowed.
All original documents must be produced during document verification.
Any false information may lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage.
The recruitment authority reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process without prior notice.
Apply online: https://applyssb.com/SSB_HC_25/applicationIndex
Employment news notification: 241251-69b7d38d1005d84773413
Official website: https://ssb.gov.in/
Last date Extention Notice: SSB-Multiple-Recruitment-Last-Date-Extension-Notice-2026