Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has released the official notification inviting applications from interested and eligible candidates for Head Constable posts in various trades. There are 233 vacancies available for the mentioned positions.
Candidates with qualifications from 10th pass to 12th pass with a diploma in the relevant field can apply for the recruitment. The online application process will begin from 21 March 2026 and candidates must submit their application before the last date.
Required qualification, experience, age limit and other post details are given in brief below, check all the details before applying for the mentioned positions.
Overview of SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) |
| Advt No. | Not Mentioned |
| Post Name | Head Constable (Communication, Electrician, Veterinary, Steward) |
| No. of Posts | 233 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Defence / Security Force |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | PET/PST, Written Exam, Skill Test, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, application fees, age limit and qualifications.
Important Dates
The online application process for this recruitment will begin from 21 March 2026. Refer to the table below for the important dates.
| Notification Release Date | March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 21 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Vacancy Details of SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Head Constable (Communication) | 197 |
| Head Constable (Electrician) | 29 |
| Head Constable (Veterinary) | 05 |
| Head Constable (Steward) | 02 |
Eligibility Criteria of SSB Head Constable Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Head Constable (Steward) | 12th pass or equivalent with Diploma in Kitchen Management or Hotel Management and Catering Technology or House Keeping | 18 to 27 years |
| Head Constable (Communication) | 12th pass with Science (Physics and Chemistry) and Mathematics with Diploma in Electronics and Communication or Telecommunication or Radio Engineering or Computer Hardware and Networking or Information Technology | 18 to 27 years |
| Head Constable (Electrician) | 10th pass with Diploma in Electrician from ITI or recognized institute | 18 to 25 years |
| Head Constable (Veterinary) | 12th pass with Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) with Diploma in Veterinary or Livestock Farming or Animal Husbandry | 18 to 27 years |
Age relaxation will be provided for reserved categories as per Central Government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female | No Fee |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
SSB Head Constable Official Notification & Apply Details
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Official Website: recruitment.ssb.gov.in
Candidates can apply online through the official recruitment website starting from 21 March 2026.