SSC GD 2026 Exam Rescheduled to May 27
SSC GD 2026 exam day advanced; now on May 27

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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has moved the Constable (General Duty) examination from May 28 to May 27, 2026, due to a revised public holiday schedule. Candidates are advised to check the official SSC website for updated hall tickets and exam details.
- 01The SSC GD exam is now scheduled for May 27, 2026, one day earlier than previously planned.
- 02This change was made following a revised public holiday date for Id-u-Zuha (Bakrid) issued by the Department of Personnel and Training.
- 03The SSC GD Constable exams will commence on April 27, 2026, and conclude on May 30, 2026.
- 04Candidates will receive new hall tickets reflecting the updated exam date, which will be available 2 to 3 days prior to the exam.
- 05Officials have advised candidates to rely solely on the official SSC website for updates and avoid third-party sources.
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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially rescheduled the Constable (General Duty) examination for 2026, moving the date from May 28 to May 27, 2026. This change is due to a revised public holiday schedule for Id-u-Zuha (Bakrid), as announced by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoP&T). The SSC GD Constable exams will begin on April 27, 2026, and continue until May 30, 2026. Candidates are urged to take note of this new timeline and adjust their travel and logistics accordingly. The SSC will issue new hall tickets reflecting the updated exam date, which will be available on the official website 2 to 3 days before the exam. As the examination date approaches, officials have emphasized the importance of checking the official SSC portal for real-time updates regarding center allocations and shift timings, advising against reliance on unverified social media notifications. This rescheduling aims to ensure that candidates are well-informed and prepared for the upcoming examination.
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This change affects all candidates preparing for the SSC GD examination, requiring them to adjust their plans accordingly.
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