SSC GD Constable syllabus for the 2026 recruitment cycle: use the subject-wise cards below to plan study and revision. Read the exam-pattern guide separately for question counts, marks and time limits.
Last checked: 19 October 2026. Recruitment cycle: 2026.
The four written components are matriculation-level. Physical preparation is a separate requirement. Use the chosen English/Hindi syllabus and do not add an unrelated advanced mathematics paper.
Subjects Covered
General Intelligence and Reasoning
- Verbal and logical topics
- Non-verbal topics
General Knowledge and Awareness
- India and neighbours
- Current awareness
Elementary Mathematics
- Numbers and arithmetic
- Applied calculations
English / Hindi
- Language foundations
- Comprehension
SSC GD Constable General Intelligence and Reasoning Syllabus
Verbal and logical topics
- Analogies, similarities and differences
- Relationship concepts and arithmetic reasoning
- Coding, decoding and number series
Non-verbal topics
- Spatial orientation and visualisation
- Visual memory and observation
- Figure classification and non-verbal series
SSC GD Constable General Knowledge and Awareness Syllabus
India and neighbours
- History, culture and geography
- Economy, polity and the Constitution
- Sports and scientific research
Current awareness
- Current events
- Everyday science and observations
- Environment and society
SSC GD Constable Elementary Mathematics Syllabus
Numbers and arithmetic
- Whole numbers, decimals and fractions
- Fundamental operations and relationships between numbers
- Percentages, ratio, proportion and averages
Applied calculations
- Interest, profit, loss and discount
- Mensuration
- Time, distance, work and ratio/time problems
SSC GD Constable English / Hindi Syllabus
Language foundations
- Basic grammar and vocabulary
- Correct language use
- Sentence-level understanding
Comprehension
- Read passages accurately
- Understand meaning in context
- Practise the language selected for the examination
Practical / Additional Stage Preparation
| Stage | Required preparation |
|---|---|
| Male PET, non-Ladakh | 5 km run in 24 minutes. |
| Female PET, non-Ladakh | 1.6 km run in 8½ minutes. |
| Ladakh PET | Male: 1.6 km in 7 minutes; female: 800 m in 5 minutes. |
| Physical standards | General height: male 170 cm and female 157 cm; notified region/community relaxations and male chest standards also apply. |
| Medical/DV | Follow the detailed medical standards and produce authentic eligibility, domicile and claimed bonus documents. |
How to Use This Syllabus
- Begin with the core topics listed for your applicable stage and qualification level.
- Make a checklist with three columns: learned, practised and revised. Revisit errors after every mock test.
- Use previous papers to understand question style; treat coaching predictions as practice guidance, not official chapter weightage.
- Practise under the current time limits. Include the qualifying or practical components early in your schedule.
- Recheck official addenda before the examination because a later notice may change instructions.
Official Sources and Related Guides
SSC GD Constable 2026 official notification (PDF)
