SSC GD Constable Exam 2026 Rescheduled; May 28 Exam Shifted to May 27

The Staff Selection Commission has revised the schedule for the SSC GD Constable Examination 2026 by advancing the examination originally planned for May 28 to May 27, 2026. The change was announced after the government revised the holiday calendar for Id-u-Zuha (Bakrid).

According to an official notification issued by the Staff Selection Commission, the revised examination schedule applies to recruitment for:

• Constable (GD) posts in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)
• SSF posts
• Rifleman (GD) posts in Assam Rifles

The decision follows an Office Memorandum issued by the Department of Personnel and Training regarding the revised Bakrid holiday schedule.

The commission stated that fresh admit cards for candidates whose examinations are now scheduled on May 27, 2026, will be released 2 to 3 days before the examination date through the official SSC portal - SSC Official Website.

Candidates have been advised to regularly visit the official website to check:

• Updated admit cards
• Examination city details
• Reporting timings
• Shift information
• Important examination instructions

The SSC GD Constable examination cycle began on April 27, 2026, and is being conducted nationwide at multiple examination centres. The recruitment drive is one of the largest national-level recruitment examinations conducted for security forces in India.

SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026

The SSC GD recruitment examination is conducted for appointment into various paramilitary and security forces, including:

• Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)
• Assam Rifles
• Secretariat Security Force (SSF)

Lakhs of candidates from across the country appear for the examination every year seeking government jobs in defence and security services.

Admit Card and Exam Instructions

The Staff Selection Commission has clarified that candidates must download the revised admit card before appearing for the examination. Entry to the examination hall will not be allowed without:

• Printed admit card
• Valid photo identity proof

Candidates should carefully verify the revised examination date, reporting time, and examination centre details mentioned on the hall ticket.

Important Advice for Candidates

Candidates are advised to:

• Monitor the SSC portal regularly
• Download revised admit cards immediately after release
• Reach examination centres early
• Follow reporting and frisking instructions
• Carry required documents only

The commission may also issue additional updates regarding examination arrangements and shift timings on the official website.

How to Check Revised SSC GD Exam Details

Candidates can follow these steps:

1.Visit the official SSC website - SSC Recruitment Portal

2. Open the GD Constable examination section

3. Click on the revised examination notice or admit card link

4. Login using registration credentials

5. Download updated hall ticket and verify exam schedule

The SSC GD Constable examination remains a major recruitment process for candidates aspiring to join India's security and paramilitary forces. Candidates should stay updated with official notifications to avoid missing any important changes related to the examination schedule.