BSF SI Recruitment 2026: The Border Security Force (BSF), as the nodal force, has announced the Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs Examination-2026 through a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE). There are 1167 vacancies across BSF, CRPF, SSB and ITBP, with pay at Level-6 (Rs.35,400 to Rs.1,12,400). This is not an open recruitment. Only serving Constables (GD), Head Constables (GD), ASIs (GD) and Constables (Tradesmen) of BSF, CRPF and ITBP, and ASIs (GD) of SSB, can apply. Applications run from 12 November to 31 December 2026 on bsf.mha.gov.in.
BSF SI Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Border Security Force (nodal force for BSF, CRPF, SSB and ITBP), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Post | Sub-Inspector (GD) through LDCE, vacancy year 2026 |
| Vacancies | 1167 (subject to change) |
| Who can apply | Serving personnel of BSF, CRPF, ITBP and SSB only; not open to the public |
| Qualification | Degree from a recognised university or equivalent |
| Service needed | 4 years of regular service, including basic training |
| Upper age | 32 years on the closing date (SC/ST 5 years relaxation) |
| Pay | Level-6, Rs.35,400 to Rs.1,12,400, plus allowances |
| Selection | CBT, then PET, document verification and medical exam |
| Application period | 12-11-2026 to 31-12-2026 |
| Fee | Amount not stated; some candidates are exempt |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | 12 November 2026, 00:01 hrs |
| Last date to apply | 31 December 2026, 23:59 hrs |
| Admit card, CBT, PET and verification dates | Not stated; eligible candidates are told by email and SMS |
Force-wise Vacancies
| Force | Gender | SC | ST | UR | Total | Force total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | Male | 33 | 17 | 173 | 223 | 235 |
| Female | 2 | 1 | 9 | 12 | ||
| CRPF | Male | 52 | 26 | 269 | 347 | 377 |
| Female | 5 | 2 | 23 | 30 | ||
| SSB | Male and Female | 19 | 9 | 97 | 125 | 125 |
| ITBP | Male and Female | 56 | 32 | 342 | 430 | 430 |
| Grand total | 1167 | |||||
Vacancies may increase or decrease for administrative reasons. Candidates apply for their own force’s vacancies.
Eligibility
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | Serving male and female Constables (GD), Head Constables (GD), ASIs (GD) and Constables (Tradesmen) of BSF, CRPF and ITBP, and ASIs (GD) of SSB, including those on deputation or attachment, as per their force’s Recruitment Rules |
| Service | At least 4 years of regular service, including basic training |
| Education | A degree from a recognised university or equivalent |
| Upper age | 32 years, counted on the closing date of applications; SC/ST get 5 years relaxation |
| Record | At least “Good” APAR grading for the last 5 years (last 4 years if you have only 4 years of service), and an unblemished record until the offer of appointment |
| Medical | SHAPE-I; candidates in a low medical category are not entertained |
| Chances | 3 chances in the LDC exam |
Physical Standards
| Category | Height | Chest (unexpanded / expanded) |
|---|---|---|
| Male, General | 170 cm | 80 / 85 cm |
| Male: Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, and candidates from Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir and Leh and Ladakh regions | 165 cm | 80 / 85 cm |
| Male, Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 cm | 77 / 82 cm |
| Male, Scheduled Tribes of the North East | 157 cm | 77 / 82 cm |
| Female, General | 157 cm | Not applicable |
| Female, same special regional groups and North-East states listed in the notice | 155 cm | Not applicable |
| Female, Scheduled Tribes | 154 cm | Not applicable |
Weight is not a disqualification at the PET stage and is checked in the medical exam against the height and age chart.
Pay Scale
A Sub-Inspector gets Pay Matrix Level-6 (Rs.35,400 to Rs.1,12,400) and other allowances as admissible from time to time.
Selection Process
- Stage I: Written examination in computer-based test (CBT) mode.
- Stage II: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) with Physical Standard Test (PST), document verification and detailed medical examination.
- The nodal force prepares the final merit list by CBT marks, and the selected list is put on the BSF website and sent to each force for offers of appointment.
- Tie-break: the older candidate first, then alphabetical order of the first name.
There is no TA/DA for the exam. The exam period is treated as leave, sanctioned by the leave authority.
CBT Exam Pattern
| Part | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 |
| Comprehension and Communication Skill | 50 |
| Numerical Ability | 50 |
| General Awareness and Professional Knowledge | 50 |
| Total | 200 |
It is one objective multiple-choice paper of 3 hours 30 minutes. To qualify you need at least 45% in each part and 50% in aggregate, with 5% relaxation for SC/ST. Calculators and electronic gadgets are not allowed, and there is no re-evaluation. An objection link opens on the BSF website 2 to 3 days after the CBT.
Physical Efficiency Test
| Male event | Standard | Female event | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 m race | 16 seconds | 100 m race | 18 seconds |
| 1.6 km race | 6 min 30 sec | 800 m race | 4 minutes |
| Long jump | 12 feet, 3 chances | Long jump | 9 feet, 3 chances |
| High jump | 3.9 feet, 3 chances | High jump | 3 feet, 3 chances |
| Shot put (16 lb) | 14.8 feet, 3 chances |
The PET is only qualifying, and failing one event ends your attempt. There is no appeal at PET level. For height and chest, you can appeal to the Board’s Appellate Authority on the same day and at the same venue.
Exam Centres
The notice lists 30 force establishments as exam centres across India, and the exam is held at the centre nearest your place of posting where possible. Centre changes are not allowed, and BSF can cancel or divert any centre. In the south, the list includes the CRPF Group Centre at Avadi, Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and the BSF Special Ops frontier headquarters at Bengaluru (Karnataka). Other centres are in J&K, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh.
How to Apply
- Apply only at bsf.mha.gov.in. No other mode is accepted.
- Step I: complete the One Time Registration with name, an active mobile number and email ID. Your registration ID and password come by SMS and email.
- Step II: log in, click “Apply Here” against this advertisement, fill in the form and upload your documents.
- Step III: pay the exam fee by net banking, debit card, credit card or a Common Service Centre. Candidates exempted from the fee need not pay. The application is complete only after payment.
- Print the application for your own records. You do not send it to BSF.
Upload these with your application:
- Service-cum-eligibility certificate (Annexure III)
- Undertaking (Annexure IV)
- NOC from the competent authority (Annexure V)
- Photograph (no more than 3 months old, no cap or spectacles, 30 to 100 KB), signature (20 to 50 KB) and thumb impression (up to 50 KB), in JPG, JPEG or PNG; certificates as PDF, 30 to 100 KB
Personnel on deputation or attachment apply through their parent unit to get the NOC and certificates. No changes are allowed after final submission, so check every field first.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Website (BSF) | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Download Now |
| Application Link (opens 12 Nov 2026; serving personnel only) | Apply Now |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Sub Inspector posts are in BSF Recruitment 2026?
1167 vacancies across BSF (235), CRPF (377), SSB (125) and ITBP (430).
Can anyone apply for this recruitment?
No. It is a departmental exam for serving personnel of BSF, CRPF, ITBP and SSB only.
What is the last date to apply?
31 December 2026, up to 23:59 hrs.
What is the qualification?
A degree, plus 4 years of regular service including basic training.
What is the age limit?
Up to 32 years on the closing date, with 5 years relaxation for SC/ST.
What is the exam pattern?
One 200-mark CBT of 3 hours 30 minutes, followed by PET, document verification and a medical exam.
What is the SI salary?
Pay Matrix Level-6, Rs.35,400 to Rs.1,12,400, plus allowances.
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