SSC Announces New Dates and Preference System for 2026 GD Exam
SSC GD Exam 2026: New Dates Announced, Preference Submission Starts Today - Check Details
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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the schedule for the 2026 GD Constable recruitment examination, set to take place from April 27 to May 30, 2026. Candidates can now select their preferred examination week, with the preference submission starting today and ending on April 15, 2026.
- 01The SSC GD Constable exam will be held from April 27 to May 30, 2026.
- 02Candidates can choose their preferred exam week for the first time.
- 03Preference submission starts today and ends on April 15, 2026.
- 04The exam will be conducted in four phases to accommodate over 25,000 vacancies.
- 05This new system aims to efficiently manage the large number of applicants.
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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the timetable for the 2026 GD Constable recruitment examination, which will take place from April 27 to May 30, 2026. In a significant change, candidates can now select their preferred examination week, enhancing flexibility in the application process. The preference submission period starts today at 15:00 hours and will continue until April 15, 2026, at 17:00 hours. The exam will be conducted in four phases: Window 1 from April 27 to May 2, Window 2 from May 4 to May 9, Window 3 from May 18 to May 23, and Window 4 from May 25 to May 30. This approach is designed to manage the large number of candidates applying for over 25,000 vacancies in various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and other positions, replacing the previous slot booking system.
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This new preference system allows candidates to choose their exam week, potentially reducing stress and improving scheduling for thousands of applicants.
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