SSB Constable GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification

The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued a short notification for the recruitment of Constable (General Duty) under the Sports Quota for the year 2026. This recruitment drive is specifically designed to induct talented sportspersons into the central armed police forces, offering a total of 404 vacancies for both male and female candidates.

As per the preliminary announcement, candidates who have excelled in recognized sports disciplines at the National or International level are eligible to apply. While the detailed notification is awaited, it is expected that the minimum educational qualification will be 10th standard (Matriculation) or its equivalent from a recognized board. The recruitment will serve as a prestigious platform for athletes to build a career in the government sector while continuing their passion for sports.

Selection Criteria and Process

The selection process for the SSB Sports Quota Recruitment usually deviates from standard written exams. It primarily focuses on:

• Sports Achievement Evaluation: Review of certificates and medals won in recognized tournaments.
• Field Trials: Practical evaluation of the candidate's skills in their respective sports discipline.
• Physical Standard Test (PST): Measurement of height, chest, and weight as per SSB norms.
• Medical Examination: To ensure the candidate meets the physical fitness standards required for the force.

Interested candidates are advised to keep their sports certificates, identity proofs, and educational documents ready. The application process will be hosted on the official SSB recruitment website (ssb.gov.in) shortly after the detailed advertisement is published in the Employment News.