CRPF Constable Tradesman Jobs 2026 : The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 9,195 Constable Tradesman posts. Candidates who have passed 10th or ITI are eligible to apply online. Interested applicants can submit their forms through the official website crpf.gov.in.

The selection process will include Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Computer-Based Test (CBT), Trade/Skill Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

Recruitment Details

• Post Name: Constable Tradesman
• Post Date: 09 April 2026
• Latest Update: 17 April 2026
• Total Vacancies: 9,195

Overview

CRPF has announced this recruitment drive for Constable Tradesman posts. Candidates who meet all eligibility criteria can read the official notification carefully and apply online.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100
• SC / ST / Female / Ex-Servicemen: No Fee

Note: Applications without the prescribed fee (where applicable) will be rejected. No need to send a hard copy of the application.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 08 April 2026
• Start Date to Apply Online: 20 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 19 May 2026

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)

• Constable (Driver): 21–27 years
• Other Trades: 18–23 years
• Age relaxation will be provided as per government rules

Educational Qualification

• Driver: 10th pass + Heavy Transport Vehicle Driving License
• Motor Mechanic Vehicle: 10th pass + 2 years ITI + 1 year experience
• Other Tradesmen: 10th pass with proficiency in relevant trade
• Pioneer Wing (Mason/Electrician): 10th pass + 1 year experience (ITI preferred)

Salary

• Pay Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month

State-wise Vacancy (Highlights)

• Bihar: 700
• Maharashtra: 688
• Andhra Pradesh: 507
• Karnataka: 471
• Madhya Pradesh: 454
• Gujarat: 452
• Rajasthan: 434
• Kerala: 306
• Assam: 288
• Odisha: 288
• Jharkhand: 257
• Punjab: 245
• Chhattisgarh: 206
• Jammu & Kashmir: 167
• Haryana: 153
• Delhi: 114
• Vacancies are also available in other states and UTs

Selection Process

The recruitment process will include the following stages:

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

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• For selected trades:
  • Male: 5 km in 24 minutes
  • Female: 1.6 km in 8.5 minutes
• For other trades:
  • Male: 1.6 km in 10 minutes
  • Female: 1.6 km in 12 minutes
• Pioneer Wing:
  • Male: 1.6 km in 9 minutes

Physical Standard Test (PST)

• Height: Male – 170 cm, Female – 157 cm
• Chest (Male): 80 cm with 5 cm expansion
• Relaxations are applicable for certain categories

CBT Exam Pattern

• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 2 hours

Subjects:

• General Intelligence & Reasoning
• General Knowledge & Awareness
• Elementary Mathematics
• English / Hindi
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

Qualifying Marks:

• UR: 30%
• OBC/EWS: 25%
• SC/ST: 20%

Trade/Skill Test

• Total Marks: 50
• Minimum Qualifying Marks: 20
• Practical assessment of the relevant trade

Document Verification

Candidates will need to present original documents such as:

• 10th Certificate
• Domicile Certificate
• Trade Certificates
• Caste / EWS / Ex-Servicemen Certificates

Medical Examination

• Conducted as per MHA guidelines
• Final selection depends on medical fitness

How to Apply

• Visit the official website: www.rect.crpf.gov.in
• Click on “Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026”
• Register and log in
• Fill out the application form carefully
• Upload required documents (photo, signature, etc.)
• Pay the application fee (if applicable)
• Submit the form and take a printout for future use

Candidates must carry two printed copies of the admit card at every stage of the recruitment process.