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Apply online for SSB Constable (Veterinary, Driver, Gardener, etc.) 2026 recruitment. 827 posts, fee Rs 100 (UR/EWS/OBC), age 18‑27. Apply by 20‑Apr‑2026.
The Directorate General, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued Advertisement No. 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non‑GD)/2025 for the appointment of 827 Constable‑level posts. The vacancies span various trades including Veterinary, Driver, Gardener, Washerman, Barber, Waiter, Carpenter, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor and Nursing Orderly. These are Group‑C Non‑Gazetted (Combatised) temporary posts, with the possibility of continuation. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or outside its territory.
| Total Vacancies | 827 |
| Post Category | Group‑C Non‑Gazetted (Combatised) |
| Employment Type | Temporary (likely to continue) |
| Service Area | All over India & outside India |
| Application Start | 21‑Mar‑2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20‑Apr‑2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 20‑Apr‑2026 |
| Exam Date | As per schedule |
| Admit Card Release | As per schedule |
| UR / EWS / OBC | Rs. 100 |
| SC / ST / Ex‑Serviceman / Female | Nil (exempted) |
Fee can be paid only through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card or UPI.
| Constable (Veterinary, Driver, Nursing Orderly) | 18‑27 years |
| Constable (Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter) | 18‑23 years |
| Constable (Carpenter) | 18‑25 years (extra age as per rules) |
| Constable (Veterinary) | 10th Pass with Science as main subject + 1 yr experience in a recognised veterinary hospital |
| Constable (Driver) | 10th Pass + valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence |
| Constable (Gardener) | Matriculation/Equivalent + 2 yr experience OR ITI Certificate + 1 yr experience OR 2 yr ITI Diploma; must qualify trade test |
| Constable (Carpenter) | Matriculation/Equivalent + 2 yr experience OR ITI Certificate + 1 yr experience OR 2 yr ITI Diploma; must qualify trade test |
| Constable (Nursing Orderly) | 10th Pass + First Aid Certificate (St. John’s Ambulance / Red Cross) + 1 yr experience in a ≥50‑bed hospital |
| Other Trades (Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter) | Matriculation/Equivalent (specific trade experience as per notification) |
| Constable (Veterinary) | 34 |
| Constable (Driver) | 553 |
| Constable (Gardener) | 41 |
| Constable (Water Carrier) | 5 |
| Constable (Cobbler) | 25 |
| Constable (Tailor) | 41 |
| Constable (Washerman) | 74 |
| Constable (Barber) | 43 |
| Constable (Waiter) | 3 |
| Constable (Carpenter) | 7 |
| Constable (Nursing Orderly) | 1 |
| Total | 827 |
| Post | Min. Height (Male) | Min. Height (Female) | Chest (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary & Nursing Orderly | 170 cm | 157 cm | 75‑80 cm |
| Driver | 170 cm | 157 cm | 75‑80 cm |
| Gardener, Water Carrier, Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Waiter, Carpenter | 167.5 cm | 157 cm | 75‑80 cm |
All posts are under Pay Level‑3 of the 7th Central Pay Commission with a basic pay range of Rs 21,700 – Rs 69,100, plus DA, HRA, Ration Money Allowance and other admissible allowances.
The SSB Constable Tradesman & Driver Recruitment 2026 offers a substantial number of vacancies for candidates with diverse skill sets. With a clear eligibility framework, reasonable application fee, and a structured selection process, aspirants can secure a respectable position in a reputable central armed force. Interested candidates should complete the online application before 20 April 2026 and prepare thoroughly for the physical and written stages to increase their chances of selection.
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