The Secretariat Security Force (SSF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released the official notification for Constable (Barber & Washerman) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment is open for eligible male Indian candidates who have passed Matriculation (10th). It offers a secure Central Government job with attractive salary and benefits. Interested candidates can apply online through the official ITBP recruitment portal within the prescribed dates.
Short Information
- Organization: Secretariat Security Force (SSF)
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Post Name: Constable (Barber & Washerman)
- Total Vacancies: 10 Posts
- Job Type: Central Government (Group ‘C’)
- Application Mode: Online Only
- Salary: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-2, 7th CPC)
- Job Location: All India
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 30 March 2026 (00:01 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 April 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
- Payment Mode: Online only
- Fee once paid will not be refunded
Age Limit (As on 28 April 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 23 Years
Age Relaxation
- SC: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules
- Candidates must be born between 29 April 2003 to 28 April 2008 (as per official notification rules)
SSF Constable Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | SC | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constable (Barber) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Constable (Washerman) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| Total | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
- 10% vacancies reserved for Ex-Servicemen
- Vacancies are tentative and may change
Educational Qualification
Constable (Barber)
- Matriculation (10th pass) from a recognized board
- Must pass Trade Test in Barber profession
Constable (Washerman)
- Matriculation (10th pass) from a recognized board
- Must pass Trade Test in Washerman profession
Pay Scale & Allowances
- Pay Level: Level-2 (7th CPC)
- Salary: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) / Government Accommodation
- Transport Allowance
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Pension under NPS
Physical Standards
Height
- General Category: 170 cm
- Relaxation for hill and reserved categories as per rules
Chest (General Category)
- Unexpanded: 80 cm
- Expanded: 85 cm
Other Requirements
- Weight proportionate to height and age
- Good physical and mental health
- No defects like knock-knees, flat foot, or vision issues
Selection Process
The SSF Constable Recruitment 2026 selection process includes multiple stages:
Phase 1
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- 1.6 km race (7.5 minutes)
- Long Jump: 11 feet
- High Jump: 3.5 feet
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
Phase 2
- Written Examination (50 Marks)
- General Knowledge
- Mathematics
- Reasoning
- Hindi/English
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- UR: 18 Marks
- SC/OBC: 17 Marks
Phase 3
- Trade Test (Qualifying Nature)
Phase 4
- Document Verification
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Review Medical Examination (RME)
- Final Merit List is based on written exam marks
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official ITBP recruitment website
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout
- Only online applications will be accepted
- Apply before the last date to avoid last-minute issues
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Check Notification PDF | Check Here |
| JOIN WhatsApp | JOIN |
FAQ – SSF Constable Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSF Constable Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 28 April 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 10 vacancies are available (3 Barber, 7 Washerman).
Q3. What is the qualification required?
Candidates must have passed 10th (Matriculation) and qualify in the trade test.
Q4. What is the salary for SSF Constable?
The salary ranges from ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 under Level-2 pay scale.
Q5. Who can apply for this recruitment?
Only male Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
SSF Constable Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for 10th pass candidates to secure a stable Central Government job. Candidates should carefully check eligibility, complete the application process on time, and prepare for all stages of selection.
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