Short Information: The Seema Suraksha Bal (SSB), Ministry of Home Affairs Central Government has published a Extended notification for post of the Constable (Veterinary, Driver, Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter, Carpenter & Nursing Orderly) through 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025 Vacancy. Details & completed all eligibility criteria can read the notification & Apply Online through Official Website. Apply Date Extended 05.05.2026
Important Dates – SSB Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026
10th / Matriculation pass with Science as main subject from a recognised board and one year experience in treatment of different species of animals in a recognised veterinary hospital.
Constable (Driver) Male
Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised board and must possess a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence.
Constables (Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter)
Matriculation or equivalent plus either (i) two years work experience in the respective trade, or (ii) one year certificate course from a recognised ITI/Vocational Institute with at least one year experience in the trade, or (iii) two years diploma from a recognised ITI in the trade or similar trade; must qualify trade test; multi‑skilled candidates will be given preference.
Constable (Carpenter)
Matriculation or equivalent and either (i) two years work experience in the trade, or (ii) one year ITI/Vocational certificate with one year experience, or (iii) two years ITI diploma in the trade; must qualify trade test.
Constable (Nursing Orderly)
10th pass from a recognised board, First Aid certificate from St. John’s Ambulance Organisation or Red Cross Society of India, and at least one year working experience as Nursing Orderly in a minimum 50‑bedded hospital/institution recognised by Central/State Government.
Age Limit – SSB Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026
Category/ Post Name
Age Limit
Constable (Veterinary)
18 to 25 years
Constable (Driver) – Male
21 to 27 years
Constable (Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter)
18 to 23 years
Constable (Carpenter)
18 to 25 years
Constable (Nursing Orderly)
18 to 27 years
SC/ ST 5 years relaxation on upper age limit
5 years relaxation on upper age limit
OBC (NCL) 3 years relaxation on upper age limit
3 years relaxation on upper age limit
Ex-Servicemen 3 years relaxation after deduction of military service rendered from actual age
3 years relaxation after deduction of military service rendered from actual age
Other eligible categories (Central Govt employees, J&K/Ladakh domiciles, dependents of 1984 riot victims etc.) Age relaxation as per Government of India rules and notification conditions
Age relaxation as per Government of India rules and notification conditions
For UR/ EWS/ OBC candidates: Rs.100/- (Non-refundable examination fee) to be paid through net banking, credit card, debit card, UPI or other online modes as available on the SSB recruitment portal.
For SC/ ST/ Ex-Servicemen/ Female candidates: Exempted
Applications submitted without successful online fee payment (where applicable) will be rejected, so candidates must ensure completion of fee payment and retain proof of transaction.
Constable (All Trades including Driver, Veterinary, Nursing Orderly)
Pay Level-3 of 7th CPC pay matrix with basic pay Rs.21,700–69,100 plus applicable Dearness Allowance, Ration Money Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other admissible allowances.
Allowances & Benefits
Central government benefits including DA, HRA (or government accommodation where admissible), Ration Money, medical facilities, leave, uniforms and other allowances as per SSB/ GoI rules
Pension Scheme
Candidates will be covered under Defined Contributory Pension Scheme/ Unified Pension Scheme as applicable to new entrants in Central Government service.
Matriculation/ 10th pass certificate and mark sheet as proof of date of birth and educational qualification.
ITI certificates, trade experience certificates, Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence (for Driver post) and First Aid certificate (for Nursing Orderly) as applicable.
Caste certificate for SC/ ST/ OBC (NCL), EWS certificate, issued in prescribed Government of India format, if applicable.
Domicile certificate, Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate, NOC from employer for Govt/ PSU employees and other
Physical Efficiency Test (PET): For Constables (Veterinary, Driver, Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter, Carpenter & Nursing Orderly), PET consists of 4.8 km race in 24 minutes for male candidates and 2.4 km race in 18 minutes for female candidates; Ex-Servicemen are exempted from PET but must appear for other stages.
Physical Standard Test (PST): Candidates who qualify PET will undergo PST where height, chest (for male) and weight are measured as per category/ region-wise standards; candidates not meeting minimum standards will be rejected.
Written Examination: Objective-type written test as per SSB pattern covering General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics, Reasoning and Trade-related subjects; detailed scheme and syllabus will be notified on the SSB website.
Trade/ Skill Test: Practical trade test for Tradesman posts and driving/maintenance test for Constable (Driver) to assess hands-on skills; qualifying in nature as per prescribed criteria.
Documentation & Medical Examination: Verification of original documents, certificates, category and age proofs followed by medical examination as per SSB medical standards; only medically fit candidates will be considered for final selection.
How to Apply?
Interested and Eligible Candidate can Apply Online through Official Website and Must follow steps given below.
Open the Constable (Tradesman & Driver) recruitment link and read the detailed advertisement carefully to ensure that you meet all eligibility conditions.
Register with a valid mobile number and email ID, then log in and fill all required details such as personal information, category, address, educational qualifications and trade details exactly as per certificates.
Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photograph, signature and relevant documents/certificates in the prescribed format and size.
Pay the examination fee (if applicable) online through net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI and ensure successful transaction before final submission.
Preview the filled application form carefully, correct any mistakes if allowed, and then submit the form online on or before 04 May 2026.
After successful submission, download and take a printout of the final submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference
