SSC GD Eligibility Criteria 2025
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SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the SSC GD Constable exam to recruit candidates for the post of constable. The SSC released the SSC GD Constable Notification 2025 on its official website. Candidates who are interested and eligible can apply for the SSC GD exam. Before applying for the exam they are advised to check their SSC GD Constable 2025 Eligibility Criteria to check whether they are eligible or not, to fill up the form. In this blog, we have provided the complete details related to the SSC GD Constable eligibility criteria 2025 including age limit, educational qualification, a detailed overview in a table format, and much more. Candidates are highly advised to check these details very carefully to avoid any mistakes and also keep ready all documents before applying the form.

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Overview

Here, we have provided the SSC GD Constable eligibility criteria overview in a table format which includes some basic details, educational qualifications, selection process, and much more. Candidates are advised to check all these details carefully to avoid any mistake.

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Overview
Conducting BodyStaff Selection Commission (SSC)
Nationality/CitizenshipIndian
Age Limit/Age limitation18 to 23 Years
Educational Qualification/Academic qualificationClass Xth Pass Candidates
Selection ProcessWritten examination (Computer Based)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Document Verification and Medical Test
Official Websitewww.ssc.gov.in

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who meet the SSC GD Constable eligibility criteria for 2025 can fill up the form. The eligibility criteria for SSC GD depends on four factors.

  1. Nationality: Candidates must be an Indian citizen.
  2. Educational Qualification: Candidates should have passed the 10th class from a recognized Board/University
  3. Age Limit: Candidates age should be between 18 to 23 years
  4. Physical Requirements: Candidates are required to perform PET/PST, read this blog for complete details.

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Age Limit

For filling out the SSC GD form, there are some SSC GD age limit criteria for candidates. The minimum and maximum age limit for the SSC GD candidates is provided below. The age limit is provided as of 1st January 2025.

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 23 Years

Age Relaxation

There are some age relaxations for candidates who belong to the categories SC, ST, OBC, etc. Below we have provided the detailed age relaxation in a table format that candidates must check.

CategoryAge Relaxation
Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST)5 years
Other Backward Class (OBC)3 years
Ex-Servicemen (ExS)3 (after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning)
Children and dependents of victims killed in the 1984 riots or communal riots of 2002 in Gujarat (Unreserved)5 years
Children and dependents of victims killed in the 1984 riots or communal riots of 2002 in Gujarat (OBC)8 years
Children and dependents of victims killed in the 1,984 riots or communal riots of 2002 in Gujarat (SC/ST)10 years

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Nationality

  • The candidate must be a citizen of India.
  • Vacancies in CAPFs & AR are State/ UT/ area-wise hence a candidate must submit domicile/ PRC against his state/ UT.

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Educational Qualification

Educational qualification is one of the most important factors that candidates must check before form filling. Below we have provided the details related to SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Educational Qualification.

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Educational Qualification
Educational QualificationCandidates should have passed the Matriculation or 10th class from a recognized Board/University.

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Physical Test

The SSC GD Constable exam consists of four stages of the selection process: Written Exam (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standard Test (PST), Medical Test, and Document Verification. Candidates who pass the written exam (CBT) test will be eligible for the physical test (PET/PST). Below we have provided the detailed SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Physical Test.

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Physical Efficiency Test

Candidates are challenged to perform a race within a time range.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
TypeFor Male CandidatesFor Female Candidates
Candidates other than Ladakh Region5 km in 24 minutes1.6 Km in 8½ minutes
For Ladakh Region1.6 Km in 7 minutes800 metres in 5 minutes

SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 Physical Standard Test

Candidates must meet the specific physical standards. Below we have provided the physical standards for both male and female candidates.

Minimum Height Required for Both Male & Female for SSC GD Exam

Minimum Height RequiredFor Male CandidatesFor Female Candidates
General, SC & OBC170157
Scheduled Tribes162.5150
Schedule Tribe candidates hailing from the North-Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, 
Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim & Tripura and 
Naxal/ Left Wing Extremism affected districts
160147.5
Candidates hailing from the North-Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, 
Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim & Tripura
162.5152.5
Candidates falling in the categories of Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and 
candidates belonging to the States of Assam, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir
165155

Minimum Chest Required for Both Male & Female for SSC GD Exam

Minimum Chest RequiredMale CandidatesFemale Candidates
General, SC & OBC80/ 5N/A 
Scheduled Tribes76 / 5
Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to the States of Assam, 
Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir
78 / 5
candidates hailing from North Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, 
Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura
77 / 5

Eye Vision Required for SSC GD Exam

Visual Acuity UnaidedUncorrected Visual AcuityRefractionColor Vision
Near VisionDistant Vision
Better Eye Worse Eye Better Eye Worse Eye
N6 N9 6 / 6 6 / 9 Visual correction of any kind is not permitted even by glassesCP-2

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SSC GD Constable Eligibility Criteria 2025 FAQs

Where can I find the SSC GD Constable eligibility criteria 2025?

Candidates can find the all details related to SSC GD Constable eligibility criteria 2025 in this blog.

What is the minimum age limit for SSC GD Constable 2025?

The minimum age limit for SSC GD Constable 2025 is 18 years.

What is the maximum age limit for SSC GD Constable 2025?

The minimum age limit for SSC GD Constable 2025 is 23 years.

What educational qualification is required for SSC GD Constable 2025?

Candidates must have passed the matriculation or class 10th from a recognized university.

What is the age relaxation for SC/ST candidates in SSC GD Constable 2025?

SC/ST candidates have an age relaxation of 5 years.

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