CRPF Recruitment 2026
Key Recruitment Highlights
Feature Details
Organization Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
Post Names Constable (Technical, Tradesman, & Pioneer)
Total Vacancies 9,195 (Male: 9,116 | Female: 79)
Application Mode Online via rect.crpf.gov.in
Pay Scale Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100)
Important Dates
Notification Date: 8 April 2026
Online Application Starts: 20 April 2026
Last Date to Apply: 19 May 2026
Exam (CBT) Date: Expected in July 2026
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
General Tradesmen: Must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
Driver: 10th pass with a valid Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) driving license.
Mechanic Motor Vehicle: 10th pass with ITI in the relevant trade and one year of experience.
Pioneer Wing: 10th pass with one year of experience in Masonry or Electrician trades.
2. Age Limit (as of 1 January 2026)
Constable (Driver): 21 to 27 years.
Other Trades & Pioneer: 18 to 23 years.
Age Relaxation: Standard government relaxations apply (5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC).
Selection Process
Candidates must clear the following stages to be selected:
Computer-Based Test (CBT): 100 questions covering Reasoning, GK, Math, and English/Hindi.
Physical Standards Test (PST): Height requirements of 170 cm for males and 157 cm for females (relaxations for certain regions/categories).
Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Running and other physical endurance tests.
Trade Test: Skills assessment for specific trades.
Document Verification & Medical Exam
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹100.
SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen: Fully Exempted (Free).
How to Apply
Visit the official CRPF Recruitment Portal.
Register with your name, email, and mobile number.
Fill out the application form carefully with your personal and educational details.
Upload required documents (Photo and Signature).
Pay the fee and submit the final form before 19 May 2026