As per the SSC examination calendar 2026-27, the SSC GD 2027 notification is expected on 30 September 2026, with the online application window likely to remain open till 31 October 2026. This page is your single place for everything related to SSC GD – notification, syllabus, physical standards, salary, cut off, answer key and the selection process.
SSC GD 2027 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Posts | Constable (GD) in CAPFs and SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles, Sepoy in NCB |
| Total vacancies | 25,487 in the previous cycle; 45,000+ expected for 2027 (official figure is released with the notification) |
| Qualification | Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognised board |
| Age limit | 18 to 23 years (category-wise relaxation applicable) |
| Salary | Pay Level 3 – Rs 21,700 to Rs 69,100 plus DA and HRA |
| Notification (expected) | 30 September 2026 |
| Application (expected) | 30 September to 31 October 2026 |
| CBT exam (expected) | January to March 2027 |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
Note: The dates above are based on the tentative SSC calendar. Always confirm final dates from the official notification.
SSC GD Physical Standards (Quick Reference)
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height (General) | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| Chest | 80 cm (minimum 5 cm expansion) | Not applicable |
| Running (PET) | 5 km in 24 minutes | 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes |
Height relaxation is available for candidates from the North-Eastern states, hill areas and reserved categories. For the complete category-wise chart, read SSC GD Physical Test 2027.
Complete SSC GD 2027 Guide
Every topic below is covered in detail on its own page:
- SSC GD Notification 2027 – Expected 30 Sept, Dates & Apply – Expected notification date, application window and the official link.
- SSC GD Exam Calendar 2027 – Month-wise Timeline – Month-wise schedule from notification to final result.
- SSC GD Syllabus 2027 – Exam Pattern & Best Books – Topic-wise syllabus, marking scheme, previous year papers and book list.
- SSC GD Physical Test 2027 – Height, Chest & Running Standards – PST/PET standards for male and female candidates with category-wise relaxation.
- SSC GD Running Chart 2027 – 5 km in 24 Minutes Pace Table – Pace table and a week-wise training plan for the PET run.
- SSC GD Age Limit 2027 – 18 to 23 Years & Relaxation – Age limit, relaxation rules and how the cut-off date is calculated.
- SSC GD Salary 2027 – In-Hand Pay & Allowances – Pay Level 3, DA and HRA with an indicative in-hand salary.
- SSC GD Selection Process 2027 – CBT, PET/PST, DME & DV – Every stage explained with qualifying marks and document list.
- SSC GD Cut Off 2027 – State-wise Safe Score – Expected cut off and a safe-score analysis for each category.
- SSC GD Answer Key 2027 – Final Key & Marks Calculation – Answer key date, PDF download and how to calculate your score.
- SSC GD Tattoo Rules 2027 – Allowed Places & Size Limit – Check the medical rules before your DME to avoid rejection.
- SSC GD Full Form – GD Constable, CAPF Forces & Salary – What GD means, what the job involves and where you can be posted.
- SSC GD Vacancy 2027 – State-wise & Force-wise Break-up – Complete vacancy break-up, updated as soon as the notification is out.
How Many Vacancies Are There?
SSC GD vacancies are released in three ways – force-wise, state/UT-wise (by domicile) and area-wise (General District, Border Guarding District and Naxal-affected districts). The full break-up is published with the notification. We have prepared the format and the previous cycle’s verified figures on a separate page:
👉 SSC GD Vacancy 2027 – State-wise, Force-wise and Category-wise Break-up
SSC GD 2027: Vacancy, State-wise and Force-wise Pages
The complete vacancy breakdown is maintained on the pillar page, with a separate tracker for every state and every central armed police force:
- SSC GD Vacancy 2027: all-India, category-wise and force-wise
- SSC GD Vacancy 2027 Uttar Pradesh
- SSC GD Vacancy 2027 Bihar
- SSC GD Vacancy 2027 Madhya Pradesh
- SSC GD Vacancy 2027 BSF
- SSC GD Vacancy 2027 CISF
- SSC GD Vacancy 2027 CRPF
All 36 state and union territory pages plus the 7 force pages are listed on the SSC GD vacancy pillar page.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the SSC GD 2027 application form be released?
According to the SSC calendar, the notification is expected on 30 September 2026 and online applications are likely to begin the same day. Confirm the final date on ssc.gov.in.
What is the educational qualification for SSC GD?
Class 10 (Matriculation) pass from any recognised board. For the GD post, no higher qualification is required.
Will SSC GD 2027 have more than 45,000 vacancies?
The previous cycle had 25,487 posts. Reports suggest 45,000+ for the next cycle, but the final number appears only in the official notification. We will update this page with the exact figure.
How does state-wise vacancy work in SSC GD?
Vacancies are allotted against the state or UT of domicile of the candidate. Candidates from notified border districts can apply under the Border Guarding District quota. The full system is explained on the vacancy page.
When will the SSC GD exam be held?
As per the tentative schedule, the CBT is expected between January and March 2027. PET/PST is conducted after the CBT.
Source: SSC Examination Calendar 2026-27 (ssc.gov.in) and the previous SSC GD notification. Every update on this page is verified against the official PDF before publishing.
Last updated: 18 September 2026