SSB Constable (General Duty) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 404 Posts

Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), one of India's premier central armed police organisations functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has officially announced the SSB Constable GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026. A total of 404 vacancies have been notified for the post of Constable (General Duty) under the Sports Quota category. Both male and female candidates who have excelled in their respective sports disciplines at the national or international level are encouraged to apply online through the official SSB recruitment portal before 07 June 2026.This SSB Constable GD Sports Quota 2026 recruitment drive covers as many as 28 sports disciplines, including Athletics, Hockey, Football, Wrestling, Boxing, Archery, Judo, Taekwondo, Volleyball, Kabaddi, Kayaking & Canoeing, Wushu, Weightlifting, and many more. The posts are classified under Group 'C', Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial, and Combatised services, making this a fully government-recognised position with all associated benefits.Eligibility for this government job is straightforward in terms of academics — candidates only need to have passed their Matriculation or equivalent examination from a recognised board. However, the key differentiator is sports achievement. Applicants must have represented India at international competitions, won medals at Senior or Junior National Championships, performed at Khelo India Games, SGFI events, Inter-University Tournaments, or National School Games. Only achievements earned within the last two years from the notified cut-off date will be accepted.The age requirement for this SSB recruitment is 18 to 23 years as on the closing date of application. Relaxations in the upper age limit are available for candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, and other reserved categories as per Government of India norms.The selection process is structured in two stages. Stage I is reserved for priority candidates — those who have represented India internationally or won medals up to the 3rd position at National Championships. These candidates go through documentation, sports achievement verification, Physical Standard Test (PST), and Medical Examination. Stage II is for remaining eligible candidates who are assessed through documentation, a Field Trial or Skill Test (carrying 50 marks with a 60% minimum qualifying criterion), PST, and Medical Examination.To be selected, male candidates must have a minimum height of 170 cm and chest measurements of 80–85 cm, while female candidates need a minimum height of 157 cm. BMI must fall between 18 and 25 for all applicants. Relaxations in physical standards apply for reserved category candidates as per the official notification.Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Matrix Level-3, drawing a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100, along with other allowances applicable to SSB personnel. It is worth noting that selected sportspersons will undergo periodic performance reviews, and the recruitment, while temporary in nature, is likely to be continued.All applications must be submitted online through www.recruitment.ssb.gov.in. The application process is divided into three parts: filling in personal and sports details (Part I), uploading documents and photographs (Part II), and making the fee payment (Part III). Candidates are advised to keep their sports certificates, educational documents, and ID proofs ready before starting the application process.This is a rare and valuable opportunity for talented sportspersons across India to combine their passion for sports with a secure and prestigious government career. Interested candidates should download the official notification, verify their eligibility, and submit their applications well before the deadline.