The SSC GD Constable 2026 exam pattern consists of an online CBT followed by physical tests and medical examination.
CBT Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 60 Minutes (80 min for PwD) |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 20 | 40 | |
| Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 | |
| English / Hindi | 20 | 40 | |
| Total | 80 | 160 |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Event | Male Standard | Female Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Race | 5 km in 24 minutes | 1.6 km in 8 min 30 sec |
| Long Jump | 11 feet / 3 chances | 9 feet / 3 chances |
| High Jump | 3.5 feet / 3 chances | 3 feet / 3 chances |
Physical Standard Test (PST) – Height & Chest
| Category | Male Height | Female Height |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / SC / EWS | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| ST (All areas) | 162.5 cm | 150 cm |
| Hill Region Candidates | 165 cm | 155 cm |
Medical Examination
Candidates must be physically and medically fit as per prescribed standards. Eye vision requirements: Distance vision – 6/6 and 6/9 (better and worse eye). Colour blindness and certain other conditions are disqualifying.