Context & Official Source

The Directorate General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released an official recruitment notification dated 08 April 2026 for recruitment of Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer). Later, a corrigendum dated 17 April 2026 modified key eligibility conditions including age limit and qualification cutoff date.

This post provides a complete and accurate breakdown of every important detail including eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, physical standards, documents, and official instructions so that candidates do not miss anything.

Official Website: www.rect.crpf.gov.in
Helpline Number: 011-26160255

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 20 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 19 May 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 19 May 2026

Important: Applications are accepted ONLINE ONLY. No offline mode is allowed.

Total Vacancies & Distribution

Total Vacancies: 9,175

• Constable (Technical & Tradesmen): 9,175
  • Male: 9,096
  • Female: 79
• Pioneer Wing: 20 (Male Only)
  • Mason: 13
  • Electrician: 7

Important Notes:

• 10% vacancies reserved for Ex-servicemen (ESM)
• If ESM candidates not available → filled by others
• Technical vacancies are State/UT based
• Pioneer vacancies are All India basis
• Vacancies are tentative and may change

Salary / Pay Scale

Pay Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100

Age Limit (Final Updated as per Corrigendum)

• Driver Post: 21–27 years (as on 01 August 2026)
• All Other Posts: 18–23 years (as on 01 August 2026)

Date of Birth Range:

• Driver: 02/08/1999 to 01/08/2005
• Others: 02/08/2003 to 01/08/2008

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST → 5 Years
• OBC → 3 Years
• Ex-Servicemen → 3 Years (after service deduction)
• Riot Victims (UR/OBC/SC/ST) → 5/8/10 Years

Educational Qualification

• Driver: 10th Pass + Heavy Vehicle License
• Motor Mechanic: 10th + ITI + Experience
• Other Trades: 10th Pass + Trade Skill
• Pioneer (Mason/Electrician): 10th + Experience

Important: Qualification must be completed before 01 August 2026

Application Process

1. Visit official website www.rect.crpf.gov.in
2. Fill online application form carefully
3. Upload required documents
4. Pay application fee
5. Submit application

Important Instructions:

• No correction allowed after submission
• Apply early to avoid server issues
• Wrong information → cancellation

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹100
• SC/ST/Female/ESM: FREE

Payment Modes: UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card

Note: Fee is non-refundable

Selection Process (Step-by-Step)

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
2. Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
4. Trade/Skill Test
5. Document Verification
6. Medical Examination (DME/RME)

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• Male: 5 km in 24 minutes
• Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes
• Other trades: 1.6 km (10–12 minutes)

Note: Failure in PET leads to elimination. No appeal allowed.

Physical Standards Test (PST)

• Height: Male 170 cm | Female 157 cm
• Chest: 80 cm + 5 cm expansion (Male)
• Weight: Proportionate

Relaxation available for ST, NE states, etc.

Computer-Based Test (CBT)

• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer

Subjects

• Reasoning
• General Knowledge
• Mathematics
• English/Hindi

Minimum Qualifying Marks

• UR: 30%
• OBC/EWS: 25%
• SC/ST: 20%

Documents Required

• 10th Certificate
• Domicile Certificate
• Caste Certificate
• Driving License (for driver)
• ITI Certificate (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the last date?
19 May 2026

Q2. Is offline application allowed?
No

Q3. What is salary?
₹21,700–₹69,100

Q4. Is negative marking there?
Yes (0.25)

Q5. Selection process?
PET → PST → CBT → Trade → DV → Medical

Q6. Can females apply?
Yes

This recruitment requires both physical fitness and academic preparation. Candidates should focus equally on PET, CBT, and document verification. Apply early and prepare systematically.