SSC GD 2026 Exam Date: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the SSC GD 2026 exam date for Constable (GD) recruitment. As per the latest notice released on April 11, the SSC GD Constable 2026 exam will be conducted from April 27, 2026 to the end of May 2026 across multiple exam centres in the country.
The exam is being held for recruitment to Constable (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles. Candidates who have successfully registered for the exam must now prepare for the upcoming Computer-Based Test (CBT).
SSC GD 2026 Exam Date and Schedule
According to the official notification, the SSC GD 2026 exam will be conducted in multiple phases between April 27 and May 30, 2026.
Exam Window Schedule
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Week 1: April 27 to May 2, 2026
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Week 2: May 4 to May 9, 2026
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Week 3: May 18 to May 23, 2026
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Week 4: May 25 to May 30, 2026
The exam will be conducted in different shifts across these dates to accommodate a large number of candidates.
New Feature: Week Preference Option for SSC GD 2026
In a major step to improve candidate convenience, SSC has introduced a “week preference” option for the SSC GD 2026 exam.
Under this feature, candidates can choose their preferred exam window based on their availability. This initiative is aimed at making the examination process more flexible and student-friendly.
SSC GD 2026 Week Preference Dates
Candidates will be able to submit their preferred exam weeks within the given timeline:
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Start Date: April 11, 2026 (from 3:00 PM)
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Last Date: April 15, 2026 (till 5:00 PM)
Candidates must log in to their accounts on the official SSC portal and select their preferred exam windows in order of priority.
How to Submit SSC GD 2026 Week Preference
To choose the preferred exam week, candidates should follow these steps:
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Visit the official SSC website
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Log in using registration ID and password
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Access the “Exam Preference” section
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Select preferred weeks in order of priority
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Submit and save the choices
It is important to note that while SSC will consider preferences, the final allotment will depend on administrative factors.
Important Instructions for SSC GD 2026 Candidates
Candidates appearing for the SSC GD 2026 exam should keep the following points in mind:
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Submit week preferences before the deadline
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Regularly check the official SSC website for updates
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Keep login credentials ready for admit card download
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Follow all exam guidelines strictly
SSC GD 2026 Admit Card Update
The SSC GD 2026 admit card is expected to be released a few days before the exam date. Candidates will be able to download it from the official website using their login credentials.
SSC GD 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for SSC GD Constable 2026 includes:
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Computer-Based Test (CBT)
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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
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Physical Standard Test (PST)
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Medical Examination
Candidates must qualify each stage to move forward in the recruitment process.
Official Notice Highlights
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SSC GD 2026 exam starts from April 27
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Exam to continue till end of May 2026
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Conducted in four exam windows
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Week preference option introduced
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Preference submission open from April 11 to April 15
The announcement of the SSC GD 2026 exam date has brought clarity for lakhs of candidates preparing for the recruitment. With the introduction of the week preference system, SSC has taken a step towards improving candidate experience. Aspirants should now focus on revision and complete all formalities, including submitting exam preferences within the deadline.
