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CRPF Constable 2026

Central Reserve Police Force

Mode

Online + Offline

Level

12th Pass

Vacancies

10,000+

Fee

₹100 (Gen/OBC/EWS), Nil (SC/ST/Female/Ex-SM)

Key dates

Notification

01 Aug 2026

Application Last Date

30 Sep 2026

CBT Exam

15 Dec 2026

PST/PET

Feb 2027

Medical Exam

Mar 2027

About this exam

CRPF Constable 2026 fills 10,000+ GD Constable posts in the Central Reserve Police Force for internal security and counter-insurgency duties. Eligibility: 12th pass, age 18-23 years (Gen). Four-stage selection: CBT (Dec 2026, 100 MCQs), PST, PET, Medical. Pay Level 3, salary Rs. 38,000–45,000/month in-hand. Application fee Rs. 100 (Gen/OBC). Application closes Sep 2026.

Eligibility

  • Passed 12th Class (Intermediate) from a recognized board
  • Age limit: 18 to 23 years; relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), Ex-SM (3 years after deduction)
  • Must be a citizen of India
  • Physical standards: height 165 cm (General/OBC/SC) and 162.5 cm (ST) for males; 157 cm for females
  • Chest: 77–82 cm (unexpanded/expanded) for male candidates

Syllabus

  • General Intelligence and Reasoning
  • General Knowledge and General Awareness
  • Elementary Mathematics
  • English / Hindi Language

Exam Pattern

  • Stage 1: Computer Based Test — 100 MCQs, 90 minutes with 0.25 negative marking
  • Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) — height, weight, chest measurements
  • Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 5 km race (24 minutes for male), 1.6 km race (8.5 minutes for female)
  • Stage 4: Medical Examination
  • Final merit based on CBT score; PST, PET, and Medical are qualifying

Exam overview

CRPF Constable (GD) recruitment fills General Duty Constable posts in the Central Reserve Police Force, India's largest Central Armed Police Force.

CRPF Constables are deployed for internal security, counter-insurgency, anti-Naxal operations, and election duty across India.

The recruitment is conducted jointly with other CAPFs under SSC GD Constable or independently by CRPF depending on the year.

Preparation tip

Start with the syllabus topics listed above, then practice timed mock tests and revise previous year questions weekly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary of CRPF Constable 2026?▼
CRPF Constable (GD) salary is at Pay Level 3, Rs. 21,700 basic per month. With MSP (Rs. 5,200/month), DA, HRA, Ration Allowance, and other allowances, total in-hand salary is approximately Rs. 38,000–45,000 per month. Deployed personnel also receive Field Area Allowances.
What is the age limit for CRPF Constable 2026?▼
The age limit for CRPF Constable (GD) is 18 to 23 years for General category. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation (up to 28 years), OBC (NCL) get 3 years relaxation (up to 26 years). Ex-Servicemen get additional relaxation as per rules.
Is the CRPF Constable exam the same as SSC GD Constable?▼
CRPF Constable vacancies are often notified and filled under the SSC GD Constable recruitment, which is a combined exam for CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, SSB, NIA, SSF, and AR. In some years, CRPF also issues independent recruitment notifications for specific trades or categories.
What physical fitness is required for CRPF Constable?▼
For Physical Efficiency Test: Male candidates must complete 5 km race in 24 minutes. Female candidates must complete 1.6 km race in 8 minutes 30 seconds. Physical Standard Test checks height (165 cm for Gen/OBC/SC males, 162.5 cm for ST males), weight, and chest measurements.
What documents are required for CRPF Constable application?▼
Required documents include 10th certificate (for age proof), 12th certificate (educational qualification), category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), Domicile/Residence certificate, Character certificate, Discharge certificate (Ex-SM), recent passport-size photographs, and valid ID proof.
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Official Website

https://www.crpf.gov.in

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