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BSF LDCE SI Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1167 Posts

The Directorate General Border Security Force (BSF), New Delhi, has invited online applications for 1,167 Sub Inspector (GD) vacancies across four Central Armed Police Forces under Advertisement No. A.2/SI (LDCE)/CAPFs Exam-2026/Pers(Rectt)/BSF/2026. The posts include Sub Inspector (GD) in BSF, CRPF, SSB and ITBP. Candidates must possess a degree from a recognised university or equivalent and fulfil the prescribed departmental service conditions. Eligible serving Constables (GD), Constables (Tradesmen), Head Constables (GD) and ASIs (GD) of BSF, CRPF and ITBP, along with ASIs (GD) of SSB, must have four years of regular service, including basic training, and a clean record. The pay is Matrix Level-6 (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) plus admissible allowances. Selection will be conducted in two stages: Stage I, a Computer-Based Written Examination, and Stage II, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), document verification and medical examination. Online applications are open from 12 November 2026 to 31 December 2026.

BSF Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Organisation Directorate General Border Security Force (BSF), New Delhi, Delhi
Post Name Sub Inspector (GD) - BSF, Sub Inspector (GD) - CRPF, Sub Inspector (GD) - SSB and 1 more
No of Posts 1167
Advt No A.2/SI (LDCE)/CAPFs Exam-2026/Pers(Rectt)/BSF/2026
Job Type Full Time
Pay Pay Matrix Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 ) plus allowances as admissible
Place of Posting BSF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP
Qualification Degree from a recognized university or equivalent; serving Constables (GD), Constables (Tradesmen), Head Constables (GD), ASIs (GD) of BSF, CRPF, ITBP and ASI (GD) of SSB with four years regular service including basic training and a clean record
Age Limit Maximum 32 years (as on the closing date of submission of applications)
Apply Mode Online
Start Date 12 November 2026
Last Date 31 December 2026

Vacancy Details
Post Name Total Post Eligibility
Sub Inspector (GD) - BSF 235
  • Degree from a recognized university or equivalent
Sub Inspector (GD) - CRPF 377
  • Degree from a recognized university or equivalent
Sub Inspector (GD) - SSB 125
  • Degree from a recognized university or equivalent
Sub Inspector (GD) - ITBP 430
  • Degree from a recognized university or equivalent
Post Name Salary
Sub Inspector (GD) - BSF Pay Metrix Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 )
Sub Inspector (GD) - CRPF Pay Metrix Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 )
Sub Inspector (GD) - SSB Pay Metrix Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 )
Sub Inspector (GD) - ITBP Pay Metrix Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 )

Important Dates

Event Date
Date of covering letter 10 November 2026
Online application start (00:01 hrs) 12 November 2026
Last date for online application (till 23:59 hrs) 31 December 2026

Age Limit

Post Age Limit
Sub Inspector (GD) - BSF Maximum 32 years
Sub Inspector (GD) - CRPF Maximum 32 years
Sub Inspector (GD) - SSB Maximum 32 years
Sub Inspector (GD) - ITBP Maximum 32 years

Category-wise Vacancies

Post UR SC ST Total
Sub Inspector (GD) - BSF 182 35 18 235
Sub Inspector (GD) - CRPF 292 57 28 377
Sub Inspector (GD) - SSB 97 19 9 125
Sub Inspector (GD) - ITBP 342 56 32 430

Age relaxation for all posts: SC/ST 5 years.

Who Cannot Apply for BSF Recruitment 2026

  • Candidates in Low Medical Category

How Will BSF Select Candidates?

  • Stage-I: Written Examination (CBT Mode)
  • Stage-II: Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Documents Verification and Medical Examination
  • CBT: one objective paper of 200 marks in 03:30 hrs, four subjects of 50 marks each
  • PET is qualifying only; failure in one event leads to disqualification
  • Detailed Medical Examination by Medical Boards of concerned CAPFs, with Review Medical Examination
  • Tie in CBT resolved by date of birth (older higher), then alphabetical order of first name
  • Final merit list prepared by Nodal Force; selected list uploaded on BSF website

BSF Exam Pattern 2026

Part / Paper Subject Marks Duration
1 General Intelligence and reasoning 50 03:30 hrs (whole paper)
2 Comprehension and communication skill 50 03:30 hrs (whole paper)
3 Numerical ability 50 03:30 hrs (whole paper)
4 General Awareness and professional Knowledge 50 03:30 hrs (whole paper)
  • Minimum 45% marks in each part and 50% in aggregate to qualify
  • Relaxation of 5% marks for SC/ST
  • Calculators and electronic gadgets not permitted
  • Objection link on BSF website 2-3 days after CBT
  • No re-evaluation or rechecking of scores

Documents to Enclose

  • Service cum eligibility certificate (Annexure-III)
  • Undertaking (Annexure-IV)
  • NOC from competent authority (Annexure-V)
  • Photograph not more than 3 months old, without cap and spectacles
  • Signature and thumb impression
  • Originals of age proof, educational qualification, caste certificate and Medical Fitness Certificate at DV

How to Apply for BSF Recruitment 2026 Online

  1. Apply online only at https://bsf.mha.gov.in; no other mode is accepted.
  2. Complete One Time Registration with name, active mobile number and e-mail ID; Registration ID and password are sent to mobile and e-mail.
  3. Log in, open the advertisement under 'online application' and click 'Apply Here'.
  4. Fill the form and upload photograph, signature, thumb impression, NOC (Annexure-V) and certificates (Annexure-III and IV).
  5. Pay the fee through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or nearest Common Service Centre; exempted candidates need not pay.
  6. Printout may be kept for own record; it is not to be sent to BSF.
  7. Apply on or before 31 December 2026.

BSF Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for BSF Recruitment 2026?

The last date is 31 December 2026. Applications opened on 12 November 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in BSF Recruitment 2026?

There are 1167 vacancies: 235 Sub Inspector (GD) - BSF, 377 Sub Inspector (GD) - CRPF, 125 Sub Inspector (GD) - SSB, 430 Sub Inspector (GD) - ITBP.

Q3. How do I apply for BSF Recruitment 2026?

Apply online through the link in the Important Links table, on or before 31 December 2026.

Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The maximum age is 32 years (as on the closing date of submission of applications). Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years.

Q5. What is the salary for this recruitment?

It depends on the post: Pay Metrix Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 ) for Sub Inspector (GD) - BSF, Pay Metrix Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 ) for Sub Inspector (GD) - CRPF, Pay Metrix Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 ) for Sub Inspector (GD) - SSB, Pay Metrix Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 ) for Sub Inspector (GD) - ITBP.

Q6. What qualification is needed for this recruitment?

Degree from a recognized university or equivalent; serving Constables (GD), Constables (Tradesmen), Head Constables (GD), ASIs (GD) of BSF, CRPF, ITBP and ASI (GD) of SSB with four years regular service including basic training and a clean record. The requirement for each post is in the eligibility table above.

Q7. Are there other conditions for this recruitment besides qualification and age?

Yes. Four years regular service including basic training. Minimum Good APAR grading of last five years (four years if only 4 years of service). Unblemished clean record of entire service until issue of offer of appointment. Medical category SHAPE-I; Low Medical Category applications not entertained.

Q8. Who cannot apply for this recruitment?

Candidates in Low Medical Category.

Q9. How will candidates be selected for this recruitment?

Stage-I: Written Examination (CBT Mode). Stage-II: Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Documents Verification and Medical Examination. CBT: one objective paper of 200 marks in 03:30 hrs, four subjects of 50 marks each. PET is qualifying only; failure in one event leads to disqualification.

Q10. Which places are covered by BSF Recruitment 2026?

BSF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP.


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