SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 233 Posts

Nationality: Only Indian citizens are eligible for appointment to SSB Head Constable posts, and no person who is not a citizen of India shall be appointed except with prior written permission of the Central Government; subjects of Nepal or Bhutan may be considered as per rules.

18–27 years (Steward, Communication, Veterinary), 18–25 years (Electrician) as on closing date The crucial date for determining the age limit is the closing date for receipt of online applications | Post / Category Age Limit Head Constable (Steward) Between 18 and 27 years Head Constable (Communication) Between 18 and 27 years Head Constable (Electrician) Between 18 and 25 years Head Constable (Veterinary) Between 18 and 27 years SC / ST 5 years relaxation on upper age limit OBC (NCL) 3 years relaxation on upper age limit Ex‑Servicemen 3 years relaxation after deduction of military service rendered from actual age Departmental candidates (Central Govt. employees) Up to 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST) as per rules Domiciles of J&K / Ladakh (01.01.1980–31.12.1989) Additional relaxation up to 5 years (UR), 8 years (OBC), 10 years (SC/ST) as per Govt. norms Children & dependents of 1984 riot victims Additional relaxation up to 5 years (UR), 8 years (OBC), 10 years (SC/ST) | Age relaxation is not admissible to sons, daughters and dependents of Ex‑Servicemen, and date of birth and name will be accepted as recorded in the Matriculation certificate only.

Level‑4 Pay Matrix: ₹25,500 – 81,100 per month (7th CPC) plus allowances