SSC Announces 2026 GD Constable Exam Schedule and New Candidate Preference System
SSC GD exam date 2026 new update: CAPFs, SSF, Assam Rifles constable exam full schedule released
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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the schedule for the 2026 GD Constable recruitment exam, starting on April 27 and concluding on May 30. For the first time, candidates can choose their preferred exam week, aimed at reducing stress during this extensive recruitment process.
- 01Exam dates range from April 27 to May 30, 2026.
- 02Candidates can select their preferred exam week for the first time.
- 03Preference submission opens on April 11 and closes on April 15, 2026.
- 04The exam will be conducted in four distinct windows.
- 05This new approach aims to ease logistical challenges for candidates.
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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the full schedule for the 2026 GD Constable recruitment exam, which will commence on April 27 and conclude on May 30. In a significant change, candidates will now have the option to select their preferred exam week, a move intended to alleviate pressure in this large-scale recruitment process. The preference submission window opens on April 11, 2026, and closes on April 15, 2026. The examination will occur in four distinct windows: from April 27 to May 2, May 4 to May 9, May 18 to May 23, and May 25 to May 30. This staggered format allows for better management of logistics and candidate flow at exam centers nationwide. Candidates are encouraged to log in to the official SSC portal to submit their preferences and stay updated on any further instructions.
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This new candidate preference system could significantly reduce stress and logistical challenges for applicants, making the exam process smoother.
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