The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released the official notification for SSB Constable Tradesman & Driver Recruitment 2026. A total of 827 Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted posts have been announced for Constable (Veterinary, Driver, Tradesman & Nursing Orderly) positions. The recruitment offers a pay scale of ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Level-3, 7th CPC) with posting anywhere in India or abroad as per SSB requirements. Eligible candidates can apply online within 30 days from publication of notification in Employment News (21–27 March 2026) through the official recruitment portal.
SSB Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) |
| Advertisement No. | 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025 |
| Post Name | Constable (Driver, Veterinary, Tradesman, Nursing Orderly) |
| Total Vacancies | 827 |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700–69,100 (Level-3) |
| Job Location | All India / Abroad |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | PET, PST, Written, Trade Test, Medical |
| Official Website | ssb.nic.in |
SSB Constable Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Constable (Driver) – Male | 553 |
| Constable (Veterinary) | 34 |
| Constable (Gardener) | 41 |
| Constable (Water Carrier) | 5 |
| Constable (Cobbler) | 25 |
| Constable (Tailor) | 41 |
| Constable (Washerman) | 74 |
| Constable (Barber) | 43 |
| Constable (Waiter) | 3 |
| Constable (Carpenter) | 7 |
| Constable (Nursing Orderly) | 1 |
| Total | 827 |
10% of vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen. If not available, posts will be filled by other candidates.
Important Dates
- Notification in Employment News: 21–27 March 2026
- Online Application Last Date: 30 days from publication
- Exam Date: To be announced
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Nationality
- Must be Indian citizen
- Nepal / Bhutan candidates allowed for some posts with Govt permission
Age Limit
| Post | Age |
| Driver / Veterinary / Nursing Orderly | 18–27 years |
| Tradesman Posts | 18–23 years |
| Carpenter | 18–25 years |
Age calculated as on last date of application.
Educational Qualification
- Driver: 10th pass + Heavy Vehicle Licence
- Veterinary: 10th with Science + 1 year experience
- Tradesman: 10th + ITI / Experience in trade
- Carpenter: 10th + Trade certificate / experience
- Nursing Orderly: 10th + First Aid certificate + 1 year experience
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| PET | Race test |
| PST | Height & chest |
| Written Exam | Objective test |
| Trade Test | Skill test |
| Document Verification | Certificates check |
| Medical Exam | As per SSB standards |
PET Race:
- Male: 4.8 km in 24 min
- Female: 2.4 km in 18 min
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Female / Ex-Servicemen | No Fee |
Payment mode: Online (UPI / Card / Netbanking)
How to Apply Online
- Visit official website ssb.nic.in
- Open recruitment section
- Click SSB Constable 2026 Apply link
- Fill form & upload documents
- Pay fee
- Submit & print form
FAQs
| How many vacancies are in SSB Constable 2026? |
| Total 827 posts. |
| What is salary of SSB Constable? |
| ₹21,700–69,100 Level-3. |
| What is last date to apply? |
| 30 days from Employment News publication. |
| Is PET required? |
| Yes, for all posts. |
| Who is exempt from fee? |
| SC, ST, Female, Ex-Servicemen. |
| Driver post qualification? |
| 10th pass + Heavy licence. |
| Selection stages? |
| PET, PST, Written, Trade, Medical. |
| Official website? |
| ssb.nic.in |
The SSB Constable Tradesman & Driver Recruitment 2026 offers a great opportunity for candidates seeking Central Government defence jobs. Interested applicants should apply within the deadline and prepare for PET and written exam. Always check updates on the official SSB website and bookmark this page for latest recruitment news.
MORE INFO
| Notification | CLICK HERE |
| Apply | CLICK HERE |
