CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 9,195 Vacancies
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has officially released the Constable (Technical & Tradesmen & Pioneer) Recruitment 2026 Notification. This recruitment drive is conducted under the Ministry of Home Affairs and offers a massive opportunity for 10th pass candidates across India.
Overview of Recruitment
- Organization: CRPF
- Post Name: Constable (Technical & Tradesmen & Pioneer)
- Total Vacancies: 9,195
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Location: Anywhere in India
- Official Website: rect.crpf.gov.in
Recruitment is conducted through an open competitive exam for Indian citizens
Important Dates
- Application Start: 20 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 19 May 2026
- Age Calculation Date: 01 January 2026
Vacancy Details (Complete)
Technical & Tradesmen
- Total: 9,175 posts
- Male: 9,096
- Female: 79
Posts include:
- Driver
- Motor Mechanic
- Cook
- Barber
- Washerman
- Safai Karmachari
- Tailor
- Carpenter
- Painter
- Electrician
- Water Carrier
- Mali
- Bugler / Band
Recruitment is State/UT-wise (Domicile Based)
Pioneer Wing
- Total: 20 posts (Male only)
- Trades:
- Mason (13)
- Electrician (7)
Very Important Rule (Domicile)
- Candidates must submit Domicile Certificate of the selected State/UT
- Mismatch = Immediate cancellation
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Must be an Indian citizen
Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2026)
- Driver: 21–27 years
- Other Posts: 18–23 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per service rules
Educational Qualification
- Minimum Matriculation (10th pass)
- Technical posts require:
- ITI / Trade certificate / Experience
Who Cannot Apply?
- Persons with disabilities (PWD) are not eligible for these posts
- Candidates with invalid marriage conditions may be disqualified
Complete Selection Process
The recruitment process includes:
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Trade/Skill Test
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination (DME/RME)
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Mode: Online
- Language: English & Hindi
- 100 Questions / 100 Marks
- 2 Hours Duration
- Negative marking: 0.25
Qualifying Marks:
| Category | Technical Posts | Pioneer |
| UR | 30% | 35% |
| OBC/EWS | 25% | 33% |
| SC/ST | 20% | 33% |
Final merit is based only on CBT marks
Physical Tests
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
For Male Candidates:
- 5 km race in 24 minutes (some posts)
- 1.6 km race (varies by trade)
For Female Candidates:
- 1.6 km race (time varies by post)
Physical Standards (PST)
- Male Height: 170 cm
- Female Height: 157 cm
- Chest (Male): 80 cm + 5 cm expansion
(Relaxation available for certain categories)
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹100
- SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen: No fee
Trade / Skill Test (Important)
- Qualifying in nature
- Practical test based on trade
Examples:
- Driver → Driving test
- Cook → Cooking
- Tailor → Stitching
- Mason → Construction work
- Electrician → Wiring, fitting, etc.
Minimum marks required to qualify
Document Verification (DV)
Candidates must bring:
- 10th Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Caste Certificate
- Driving License (for driver)
- ITI Certificate (if applicable)
- Original + photocopies required
Medical Examination
- Conducted by CRPF Medical Board
- Based on CAPF medical standards
Candidate must be:
- Physically fit
- Free from deformities
- Fit for tough field conditions
Important Rules & Instructions
Key Points:
- Application online only
- Admit card available online only
- Final selection = CBT + qualifying all stages
- Posting anywhere in India
Merit List System
- Technical posts → State-wise merit
- Pioneer posts → All India merit
Tie-Breaking Rules
If marks are equal:
- Higher marks in CBT sections
- Older candidate
- Alphabetical order
Strict Rules (Disqualification)
Candidates will be rejected for:
- Fake documents
- Wrong information
- Cheating or malpractice
- Multiple applications
- Biometric mismatch
Severe misconduct can lead to 7-year ban
Important Warning from CRPF
“No money is charged for recruitment”
Avoid agents or middlemen
Expert Tips (For Students)
Since selection depends on CBT:
Target 70+ marks
Focus on:
- Arithmetic
- Reasoning
- GK + Current Affairs
Practice daily MCQs
Final Conclusion
The CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026 is one of the largest opportunities for 10th pass candidates with:
- Government job security
- Good salary
- Nationwide service
| Official Website | https://rect.crpf.gov.in/ |
| Apply Link | https://recruitment.crpf.gov.in/ |
| Official Notification | Recruitment Notice 103042026-720.pdf |
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