BSF Tradesman Admit Card 2026: Download Link, Exam Date 2 Dec, CBT in 3 Shifts
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The Border Security Force (BSF) has released the written exam date for the Constable (Tradesman) Recruitment 2024-25. The second-phase Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be held on 2 December 2026, and the e-admit card will be available for download from 17 November to 2 December 2026 on the official BSF recruitment portal, rectt.bsf.gov.in. Only candidates who qualified the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) can appear for this written examination.
Border Security Force (BSF)
Constable (Tradesman) Recruitment 2024-25
Notice No. 9A/CT(TM)-2024-25/Pers(Rectt)/BSF/2026/9073 : Short Details of Notification
Overview
| Recruiting body | Border Security Force (BSF), Ministry of Home Affairs |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | 9A/CT(TM)-2024-25/Pers(Rectt)/BSF/2026/9073 dated 10 November 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 3,588 posts |
| Post name | Constable (Tradesman) — Cook, Waiter, Tailor, Sweeper, Water Carrier, Washer Man and other trades |
| Exam stage | 2nd Phase: Written Examination (Computer-Based Test) |
| Exam date | 2 December 2026 |
| Admit card available | 17 November to 2 December 2026 |
| Eligibility for this stage | Candidates who qualified PET/PST |
| Official website | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
Important Dates
- Application Begin : 26 July 2025
- Last Date for Apply Online : 23 August 2025
- Correction Window : 26 to 28 August 2025
- PET / PST : From 26 December 2025
- PET / PST Result : 10 June 2026
- Written Exam Date Notice : 10 November 2026
- Admit Card Available : 17 November to 2 December 2026
- Written Exam (CBT) Date : 2 December 2026
BSF Tradesman Written Exam 2026: Schedule and Pattern
The written examination will be conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) on 2 December 2026 in three shifts. Each shift will last 120 minutes.
| Shift | Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Shift | 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM | 120 minutes |
| 2nd Shift | 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM | 120 minutes |
| 3rd Shift | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM | 120 minutes |
The written test carries 100 questions for 100 marks, with negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. The exact shift, reporting time and exam centre will be printed on the admit card.
Selection Process
Selection for the Constable (Tradesman) posts is through the following stages: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST), Written Examination (CBT), Document Verification, and Trade Test (where applicable). Only PET/PST-qualified candidates are eligible for the written examination on 2 December 2026.
How to Download BSF Tradesman Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official BSF recruitment website at rectt.bsf.gov.in.
- Look for the Constable (Tradesman) second-phase written examination admit card link, or open the Candidate Login section.
- The e-admit card download link will also be sent to the registered email ID and mobile number given in the application form.
- Log in with your roll number / registration details and password or date of birth.
- Check the exam date, shift timing and centre details on the admit card, then download it and take a clear printout.
- Carry the printed e-admit card along with a valid original photo identity proof to the examination centre on 2 December 2026.
Admit cards will not be dispatched by post. If the download link is not received because of a wrong email ID or mobile number given in the application, the candidate alone is responsible and no representation will be entertained. For problems in downloading the e-admit card only, the BSF helpdesk (+91-9513251955) will remain live from 9:00 AM on 17 November 2026 to 4:30 PM on 2 December 2026.
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
- Printed copy of the e-admit card
- Valid original photo identity proof
Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online.
Important Links
| Download Admit Card (from 17 Nov 2026) | Click Here |
| Download Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
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| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the BSF Tradesman written exam 2026?
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the Constable (Tradesman) Recruitment 2024-25 will be held on 2 December 2026 in three shifts of 2 hours each.
When will the BSF Tradesman admit card 2026 be released?
The e-admit card will be available from 17 November 2026 and can be downloaded until the exam day, 2 December 2026, from rectt.bsf.gov.in. The download link will also be sent to the registered email ID and mobile number.
Who can appear for the BSF Tradesman written exam?
Only candidates who qualified the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) of the Constable (Tradesman) Recruitment 2024-25 are eligible for the second-phase written examination.
Will the BSF Tradesman admit card be sent by post?
No. Admit cards are available online only, through rectt.bsf.gov.in and the link sent to the registered email ID and mobile number.
What is the BSF Tradesman admit card helpdesk number?
The helpdesk number is +91-9513251955. It will remain live from 9:00 AM on 17 November 2026 to 4:30 PM on 2 December 2026, for e-admit card download problems only.
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