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How to Apply for BSF Constable Recruitment 2026
BSF Constable - Border Security Force. 10th pass, age 18-23. Border posting.
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⏱️ 30-45 mins
💰 ₹100
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About This Guide
Border Security Force (BSF) Constable for border guarding. ~20,000+ vacancies typical. Stages: CBT + PET + PST + Medical + DV. 10th pass eligibility. Age 18-23 (relaxations). Pay Level 3 (₹21,700-69,100) + allowances. Posting at India's borders.
Eligibility Criteria
- Indian citizen male/female
- 10th passed
- Age 18-23 (relaxations)
- Height 170 cm male, 157 cm female
- Chest 80-85 cm male
- Medical SHAPE-1
- Tribal areas residence preferred for some
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.
- 10th certificate
- Aadhaar
- Domicile
- Caste certificate
- Photos
- Signature
- Sports certificates
Step-by-Step Application Process
Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.
Visit Portal
rectt.bsf.gov.in.
Apply Constable GD
Latest notification.
Register
Personal details.
Login & Fill
Educational, address, fitness.
Pay Fee
₹100 Gen/OBC. Free SC/ST/Women.
CBT
100 questions, 90 mins.
PET
Male: 5 km in 24 mins. Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 mins.
PST
Height, chest, weight.
Medical
Detailed medical exam.
DV + Final List
Document verification.
Key Benefits
- Border Security career
- Pay Level 3 ₹21,700-69,100
- Allowances 30-40%
- Pension under NPS
- Free rations + uniform
- Family quarters
- Risk allowance
- Border deployment
What Happens After Application?
CBT → PET → PST → Medical → DV. 6-12 months. Training 9 months at BSF Academy. Border posting.
Frequently Asked Questions
BSF vs CRPF?
BSF: India's borders (Pakistan, Bangladesh). CRPF: internal security. Pay similar. BSF posting at borders only.