SSC GD Constable Application form 2026
How to apply online, fees, documents and correction window.
Updated 22 October 2026
SSC GD application form 2026
The SSC GD application form 2026 was filled online at ssc.gov.in between 1 December 2025 and 31 December 2025. The last date to pay the fee online was 1 January 2026. General, OBC and EWS candidates paid ₹100, while SC, ST, female and Ex-Servicemen candidates were exempt.
Applying is a two-part process. First you complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC portal. Then you fill the GD Constable form itself, which includes your exam centre choices, domicile and force preferences.
Key details of the SSC GD 2026 application
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | SSC GD Constable Exam 2026 |
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Application opened | 1 December 2025 |
| Application closed | 31 December 2025 (till 11:00 PM) |
| Last date for fee payment | 1 January 2026 (till 11:00 PM) |
| Correction window | 8–10 January 2026 |
| Mode | Online only |
| Minimum qualification | Class 10 pass |
| Age | 18–23 years |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC GD application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR), OBC, EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| Female candidates (all categories) | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The fee could be paid by UPI, debit or credit card, or net banking. An application without the fee paid by the deadline is rejected.
Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Visit ssc.gov.in and choose New User / Register Now.
- Enter your name, father's and mother's names and date of birth exactly as they appear on your Class 10 certificate.
- Give your Aadhaar number or another valid ID.
- Add your Class 10 board, roll number and year of passing.
- Verify your mobile number and email ID with OTPs.
- Fill in your category, nationality, identification mark and address.
- Take a live photograph and upload your scanned signature.
- Save the registration number and password. You will need them at every later stage.
Step 2: Filling the GD Constable form
- Log in with your registration number and password.
- Open the Apply link for Constable (GD) 2026 under the latest notifications.
- Check the details that were carried over from your OTR.
- Pick three exam centres in order of preference.
- Choose your domicile state/district and your order of preference for the forces.
- Pay the fee if it applies to you.
- Accept the declaration, enter the captcha and submit.
- Download and print the confirmation page.
Documents and upload specifications
| Document | Purpose | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | Identity | 20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG, white background (live photo taken during OTR) |
| Signature | Identity | JPG/JPEG within the size limit shown on the form |
| Aadhaar or other photo ID | Identity check | Valid government ID |
| Class 10 certificate / mark sheet | Proof of qualification and date of birth | Scanned copy |
| Category certificate | SC, ST, OBC, EWS claims | In the format given in the notification |
| Domicile certificate | Where required for state-wise vacancies | Issued by the competent authority |
| Ex-Servicemen certificate | ESM claims | As applicable |
Keep spare copies of the same photograph. You may be asked for it again at the PET/PST and document verification stages.
SSC GD correction window 2026
SSC opened a correction window from 8 to 10 January 2026 so candidates could fix mistakes in submitted forms. Each round of correction was charged:
| Correction attempt | Fee |
|---|---|
| First correction | ₹200 (online) |
| Second correction | ₹500 (online) |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Spelling your name or a parent's name differently from your Class 10 certificate.
- Uploading a blurred photo or a file of the wrong size or format.
- Leaving the fee payment until the last day, when the portal is slow.
- Submitting without checking the preview.
- Not saving the final confirmation page.
Before you apply, check your eligibility on the SSC GD eligibility page. Read the SSC GD notification for the full timeline.
Frequently asked questions
What was the last date to apply for SSC GD 2026?
The online form closed on 31 December 2025 at 11:00 PM. The fee could be paid until 1 January 2026.
Who does not have to pay the SSC GD application fee?
SC and ST candidates, all female candidates and Ex-Servicemen do not pay any fee. Everyone else pays ₹100.
Could I correct my SSC GD application form after submitting it?
Yes. SSC allowed corrections from 8 to 10 January 2026. The first correction cost ₹200 and the second cost ₹500.
What should I do if I did not save my SSC GD application form?
Log in to your SSC account with your registration number and password and download the submitted form again from the dashboard.
How many exam centres can I choose in the SSC GD form?
You choose three exam centres in order of preference. SSC tries to give you one of them, but the final allotment depends on available seats. The SSC GD exam centres page lists the cities by region.
Always check the latest official notification on ssc.gov.in before applying.