CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026: The recruitment for over 9,000 Constable posts in the CRPF has been announced. The application process for this recruitment will commence on April 20. Interested candidates can apply online for these posts until May 19, 2026. Let’s find out how to apply.
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CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026: If you aspire to serve the nation alongside holding a government job, this opportunity could be significant for you. The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has issued a notification for the recruitment of Constables (Technical & Tradesmen, and Pioneer). Under this recruitment drive, over 9,000 vacancies will be filled. Interested and eligible candidates may apply for these positions between April 20 and May 19. Online applications for the recruitment will be accepted through the official website, rect.crpf.gov.in.
A key highlight of this recruitment is that the minimum educational qualification required for these posts is a 10th-grade pass. For detailed information, candidates are advised to refer to the official notification available on the website.
Recruitment Details
A total of 9,195 vacancies have been announced under the CRPF Constable recruitment drive. This includes recruitment for the posts of Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) and Constable (Pioneer Wing). Out of the total vacancies, 79 posts are reserved for female candidates.
Constable (Technical & Tradesmen): A total of 9,175 posts, comprising 9,096 posts for men and 79 for women. These vacancies will be filled on a State/Union Territory basis.
Constable (Pioneer Wing): A total of 20 posts (Male candidates only), comprising 13 posts for Masons and 7 for Electricians. These posts will be filled on an All-India basis.
Salary: Selected candidates will be paid a salary in accordance with Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100).
Educational and Technical Qualifications
Driver: 10th pass; a Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) driving license is mandatory.
Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV): 10th pass; a 2-year ITI certificate in the relevant trade, OR a 3-year apprenticeship combined with 1 year of experience.
Other Tradesmen: Minimum 10th pass; must be proficient in the relevant trade.
Pioneer Wing (Mason/Electrician): 10th pass; 1 year of experience in the relevant trade (preference will be given to ITI certificate holders).
Age Limit
Constable (Driver): 21 to 27 years.
All Other Posts (Tradesmen and Pioneer): 18 to 23 years.
Age Relaxation: A relaxation of 5 years will be granted to SC/ST candidates, 3 years to OBC candidates, and 3 years to Ex-Servicemen (ESM) after deducting their period of service.
Selection Process
Selection for the CRPF Constable recruitment posts will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT), in addition to a Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Trade Test, Document Verification, and a Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME).
Exam Pattern
In the CBT, candidates will be asked 100 objective-type questions carrying a total of 100 marks. The duration of the examination will be 2 hours. The exam covers the following subjects: Reasoning (25), General Knowledge (25), Mathematics (25), and Hindi/English (25). There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
