Official-source audit · 2026
SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern 2026: Stages, Marks and Rules
The notified CBE has 80 questions for 160 marks in 60 minutes, followed by PET/PST, medical and document stages.
The notified CBE has 80 questions for 160 marks in 60 minutes, followed by PET/PST, medical and document stages.
Last verified: 13 August 2026, 10:15 IST
Pattern status
Latest applicable update: Revised SSC GD examination schedule ↗
When an exam-specific notice or corrigendum is issued, it overrides the annual calendar.
Current preparation framework
Written/CBE structure
80 questions, 160 marks and 60 minutes in the notified CBE scheme, covering Reasoning, General Knowledge/Awareness, Elementary Mathematics and English/Hindi.
Later stages
Computer-Based Examination → PET/PST → medical examination → document verification/force allocation.
Syllabus link
The notice defines matriculation-level reasoning, awareness, elementary mathematics and English/Hindi, followed by notified physical and medical standards.
Special condition
CBE qualification alone is not selection. Physical, medical, document and force-allocation conditions remain mandatory.
Read a pattern table safely
- Check question count and maximum marks.
- Check section and overall time limits.
- Record negative marking by session/paper.
- Identify qualifying modules and minimum standards.
- Map each later physical/skill/medical stage.
Pattern warning
Related SSC GD Constable guidance
Editorial and indexing status
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