The CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026 is expected to offer around 8,000 vacancies for Technical and Tradesmen posts across India. This is a great opportunity for 10th-pass candidates to join one of India’s largest paramilitary forces with an attractive pay scale and job stability.
CRPF Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) Recruitment 2026 – Overview Field Details Organization Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Post Name Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) Total Vacancies Approximately 8,000 (Expected) Gender Male & Female Salary / Pay Scale ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Pay Level-3 as per 7th CPC) Job Location Across India Mode of Application Online Official Website www.crpf.gov.in Notification Release Date (Expected) January 2026 Application Dates (Expected) January – February 2026 Exam Date (CBT) April 2026 (Tentative)
CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026-Important Dates Event Date (Expected) Online Application Start January 2026 Last Date to Apply February 2026 Admit Card Release March 2026 CBT Examination April 2026 Result Declaration June 2026
CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026- Vacancy Details Category Vacancies (Approx.) Male 7,850 Female 150 Total 8,000
CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026- Eligibility Criteria Criteria Details Nationality Must be a citizen of India Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026) Constable (Driver): 21–27 years Other Trades: 18–23 years Age Relaxation SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, Ex-servicemen: as per Govt. rules Educational Qualification Driver: 10th Pass + Heavy Vehicle Driving LicenseMotor Mechanic: 10th Pass + ITI in Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) Other Trades (Cook, Barber, etc.): 10th Pass + Skilled in TradePioneer Wing (Mason/Plumber/Electrician): 10th Pass + 1 Year Experience
CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026- Application Fee Category Fee General / OBC / EWS (Male) ₹100 SC / ST / Female / Ex-Servicemen No Fee Payment Mode Online via UPI / Net Banking / Debit or Credit Card
CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026- Exam Pattern Computer-Based Test- (CBT) Part Subject No. of Questions Marks Duration A General Intelligence & Reasoning 25 25 2 Hours B General Knowledge & Awareness 25 25 C Elementary Mathematics 25 25 D English / Hindi 25 25 Total 100 Questions 100 Marks 2 Hours
Physical Standards (PST) Measurement Male Female Height 170 cm 157 cm Chest (Unexpanded) 80 cm — Chest (Expanded) +5 cm — Weight Proportionate to height & age Proportionate to height & age
Relaxations in height/chest applicable for SC/ST and hilly area candidates.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Trade/Post Male Female Driver, Mechanic, Gardener, Painter, Carpenter, Band, etc. 5 km in 24 min 1.6 km in 8.30 min Cook, Barber, Washerman, Water Carrier, Safai Karmachari 1.6 km in 10 min 1.6 km in 12 min Pioneer Wing (Mason/Plumber/Electrician) 1.6 km in 9 min —
Selection Process Stage Description 1. Computer-Based Test (CBT) 2. Physical Standards Test (PST) 3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 4. Trade Test (Practical Skill Test) 5. Document Verification 6. Medical Examination (DME/RME)
Important Links Link Action Official Website www.crpf.gov.in Apply Online Available Soon (January 2026) Notification PDF To be Released Soon