BSF CAPF Sub-Inspector GD LDCE Recruitment 2026

• A graduation degree is required.
• Candidates must have completed 4 years of regular service, including basic training, as Constable (GD/Tradesmen), HC (GD) or ASI (GD) in BSF, CRPF or ITBP, or as ASI (GD) in SSB.

• Check the eligibility, service requirement and physical standards for the LDCE.
• Visit the BSF official website and look for the recruitment application link.
• Apply online by 31 December 2026 at 11:59 PM. The direct application link was listed as coming soon.

Recruitment overview

BSF has announced the 2026 limited departmental competitive examination for 1,167 Sub-Inspector (GD) posts in the Central Armed Police Forces. The force-wise totals are 235 for BSF, 377 for CRPF, 125 for SSB and 430 for ITBP. The posts are permanent and carry Level-6 pay of Rs. 35,400–1,12,400.

Eligibility and application dates

The examination is for personnel with a graduation degree and four years of regular service, including basic training, in the specified ranks. The eligible ranks listed are Constable (GD/Tradesmen), HC (GD) and ASI (GD) in BSF, CRPF and ITBP, and ASI (GD) in SSB. The maximum age is 32 years on 31 December 2026; relaxation is available under the applicable rules.

Online applications open on 12 November 2026 and close at 11:59 PM on 31 December 2026. There is no application fee. Check the BSF official website for the application link, which was listed as coming soon, and review the notice before applying.

Tests and physical standards

Selection includes a computer-based test, physical standard and endurance tests, a medical examination and document verification. The computer-based test carries 200 marks over 3 hours and 30 minutes. General Intelligence and Reasoning, Comprehension and Communication Skill, Numerical Ability, and General Awareness and Professional Knowledge each carry 50 marks.

For the physical standard test, the minimum heights are 162.5 cm for ST men and 170 cm for other men; for women, they are 154 cm for ST candidates and 157 cm for others. The listed male chest standards are 77–82 cm for ST candidates and 80–85 cm for others.

The endurance test includes races and jumps for both men and women. Men also have a 16 lb shot-put event. The 100-metre race limits are 16 seconds for men and 18 seconds for women; the longer race is 1.6 km in 6 minutes 30 seconds for men and 800 metres in 4 minutes for women.