CRPF Constable Technical, Tradesmen & Pioneer Recruitment 2026 — 9,195 Vacancies
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released official recruitment notice for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) posts for Male and Female candidates. Online applications open from 20 April to 19 May 2026 at rect.crpf.gov.in.
Vacancy Details — State-Wise & Trade-Wise
Vacancies for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) are distributed across all States and Union Territories on a domicile-based pattern. Candidates can only apply for the state in which they are domicile residents. The largest vacancy states are listed below:
| State / UT | Male Vacancies | Female Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,215 | 15 | 1,230 |
| West Bengal | 748 | 6 | 754 |
| Bihar | 694 | 6 | 700 |
| Tamilnadu | 673 | 8 | 681 |
| Maharashtra | 680 | 8 | 688 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 504 | 3 | 507 |
| Gujarat | 449 | 3 | 452 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 449 | 5 | 454 |
| Rajasthan | 430 | 4 | 434 |
| Telangana | 353 | 3 | 356 |
| Karnataka | 466 | 5 | 471 |
| Kerala | 304 | 2 | 306 |
| Punjab | 243 | 2 | 245 |
| Jharkhand | 255 | 2 | 257 |
| Assam | 286 | 2 | 288 |
| Odisha | 286 | 2 | 288 |
| Other States/UTs | — | — | ~1,300+ |
| Grand Total | 9,096 | 79 | 9,175 |
Trades available for Male: Brass Band, Barber, Bugler, Cobbler, Cook, Carpenter, Driver, Mali (Gardener), Motor Mechanic Vehicle, Pipe Band, Painter, Safai Karamchari, Tailor, Water Carrier, Washerman.
Trades available for Female: Brass Band, Bugler, Hair Dresser, Mali, Pipe Band, Painter, Tailor, Water Carrier.
Pioneer Wing vacancies are filled on All India basis — any candidate from any state may apply. These 20 vacancies are for Mason and Electrician trades:
| Trade | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mason | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 13 |
| Electrician | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| Total | 3 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 20 |
Age Limit & Relaxations
| Post / Trade | Age Limit | Date of Birth Range |
|---|---|---|
| CT/Driver | 21–27 Years | 02/01/1999 to 01/01/2005 |
| All Other Trades (Cook, Bugler, Tailor, Barber, Mason, Electrician, etc.) | 18–23 Years | 02/01/2003 to 01/01/2008 |
Age Relaxations (Upper Age Limit):
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | +5 Years |
| OBC | +3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | +3 Years (after deduction of military service from actual age) |
| Dependents of 1984 Riot Victims (UR) | +5 Years |
| Dependents of 1984 Riot Victims (OBC) | +8 Years |
| Dependents of 1984 Riot Victims (SC/ST) | +10 Years |
Educational Qualifications
| Trade / Post | Educational Qualification | Technical Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| CT / Driver | Matriculation (10th pass) from recognized Board | Heavy Transport Vehicle Driving License + Driving Test at recruitment |
| CT / Motor Mechanic Vehicle | Matriculation or 10th pass | 2-year ITI Certificate in Motor Vehicle trade + 1 year practical experience OR 3-year National/State Apprenticeship Certificate + 1 year experience |
| All Other Tradesmen (Cook, Tailor, Bugler, Barber, etc.) | Matriculation from recognized Board (or equivalent Army qualification for Ex-Army) | Must be proficient and worked in respective trade |
| Pioneer (Mason / Electrician) | Matriculation from recognized Board | 1-year experience in respective trade; Preference for ITI certificate holders |
Salary & Pay Scale
💰 Pay Level-3 — ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per Month
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Matrix Level-3 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. Starting basic pay is ₹21,700 per month going up to ₹69,100 at the maximum of the scale.
In addition to basic pay, CRPF personnel receive: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Risk Allowance, Ration Money, Free Accommodation, Medical Benefits and other central government perks. The effective gross monthly take-home for a new Constable is substantially higher than the basic pay figure.
All posts are combatised — selected candidates will be sent for basic training at CRPF training institutions. Services of those who fail to complete training may be terminated.
Physical Standards — PET & PST
| Post / Trade | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| CT/Driver, CT/MMV, CT/Gardener, CT/Painter, CT/Carpenter, CT/Brass Band, CT/Pipe Band, CT/Cobbler, CT/Tailor, CT/Bugler | 5 km in 24 minutes | 1.6 km in 8 min 30 sec |
| CT/Cook, CT/Water Carrier, CT/Barber & Hair Dresser, CT/Washerman, CT/Safai Karamchari | 1.6 km in 10 minutes | 1.6 km in 12 minutes |
| CT/Mason, CT/Electrician (Pioneer) | 1.6 km in 9 minutes | Not applicable |
Height relaxations available for: Scheduled Tribes (162.5 cm male / 150 cm female), North-East State candidates (162.5 cm / 152.5 cm), Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates from Assam, HP, J&K, Ladakh (165 cm / 155 cm), Gorkha Territorial Administration (157 cm / 152.5 cm).
Chest relaxations available for: Scheduled Tribes (76 cm unexpanded), Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Marathas, Assam, HP, J&K, Ladakh candidates (78 cm), NE States and GTA candidates (77 cm).
Computer Based Test — Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| B | General Knowledge & General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| C | Elementary Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| D | English / Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 Marks | 2 Hours |
Minimum Cut-off Marks to qualify for next stage:
| Category | Technical & Tradesmen | Pioneer Wing |
|---|---|---|
| UR (General) | 30% | 35% |
| EWS / OBC | 25% | 33% |
| SC / ST / ESM / All other categories | 20% | 33% |
CBT Syllabus at a glance:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, similarities, spatial visualization, coding-decoding, number series, arithmetical reasoning, figural classification, non-verbal series.
- GK & Current Affairs: Sports, History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Indian Constitution, Science, Neighboring countries.
- Elementary Mathematics: Number systems, fractions, percentage, ratio & proportion, profit & loss, interest, mensuration, time-distance-work.
- English / Hindi: Basic comprehension, grammar and language ability.
Trade / Skill Test
Trade/Skill Test is qualifying in nature — you need minimum 20 out of 50 marks to pass. Candidates shortlisted after CBT will appear for Trade Test. You will be asked to perform practical activities related to your applied trade. Key trade parameters:
| Trade | What Will Be Tested |
|---|---|
| Driver | Driving, parking, handling of light & heavy vehicles, vehicle maintenance knowledge |
| Motor Mechanic Vehicle | Automobile fitting, motor mechanic trade knowledge, tool handling |
| Cook | Cooking Chapati, Rice, Dal, Sabzi, Meat/Fish/Egg, Kheer etc. for 100 men |
| Tailor | Measurement taking, cutting & stitching uniforms, warm clothing |
| Carpenter | Wood cutting, fitting, polishing, making racks & boxes, door/window fitting |
| Painter | Colour knowledge, sign board painting, spray painting, mixing paints, distempering |
| Barber/Hair Dresser | Hair cutting & shaving (Barber) / hair cutting for women (Hair Dresser) |
| Washerman/woman | Washing clothes, ironing Khaki cotton, woolen & TC uniforms |
| Water Carrier | Washing utensils, kneading atta for 100 men, vegetable cutting |
| Cobbler | Shoe polishing, leather cutting, shoe repair & stitching, making new shoes |
| Brass Band / Pipe Band / Bugler | Playing, handling and maintaining respective instruments |
| Mason (Pioneer) | Masonry work, cement mixing, area calculation for walls/pillars |
| Electrician (Pioneer) | MCB/bulb/tube light fitting, earthing panel, generator set, copper/aluminium wire use |
Selection Process
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Race event — 5 km / 1.6 km depending on trade. Conducted via RFID and digitalized equipment. No appeal allowed. Ex-Servicemen are exempt from PET.
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Measurement of height, chest (male) and weight. PST appeal to DIG appellate authority allowed on same day only.
Computer Based Test (CBT)
100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours. Negative marking. Final merit is based on normalized CBT scores. All PET/PST qualified candidates appear for CBT.
Trade / Skill Test
Shortlisted candidates after CBT appear for practical trade test. Qualifying in nature — minimum 20/50 marks required.
Document Verification (DV)
Original documents including Matriculation certificate, Domicile/PRC, Caste certificate (if applicable), Driving License (for Driver), ITI Certificate (for MMV) etc. verified.
Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME)
Medical fitness check by CRPF Medical Officer/Board. Includes eye examination. Those declared unfit in DME can opt for RME on the next day. Final result based on CBT merit of medically fit candidates.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Male — General (UR) / EWS / OBC | ₹100 per post applied |
| Male — SC / ST | Exempted (₹0) |
| Female — All Categories | Exempted (₹0) |
| Ex-Servicemen — All Categories | Exempted (₹0) |
Fee payment modes: BHIM, UPI, Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, RuPay Credit/Debit Cards, CSC Wallet. Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for any other exam. Applications without fee (where applicable) will be summarily rejected.
How to Apply Online
Visit Official Website
Go to www.rect.crpf.gov.in. Application portal is open from 20 April 2026. Read the advertisement notice completely before applying.
Step-I: Registration
Register with your valid email ID, mobile number and name (as in Matriculation certificate). Login ID and password will be sent to registered email. Session lasts 30 minutes — re-login if needed.
Step-II: Fill Application Form
After registration, re-login and fill: personal details, address, qualification, domicile state & district, post/trade preference. Upload photo (JPG, 35×45mm, 50–100 KB, date printed, no cap, both ears visible) and signature (JPG, 50–100 KB, black ink on white paper).
Pay Application Fee (if applicable)
After form submission, pay ₹100 via online mode (UPI/Net Banking/Card). Check payment status at “Payment Status” link in candidate login. Unpaid applications will be rejected.
Save Printout
Take a printout of the submitted application for your records. Admit cards will be available for download on the CRPF website before each stage — NOT sent by post.
Recruitment Centres (PET/PST/DV/DME)
| State / UT | Centre Location |
|---|---|
| Assam | Guwahati, Khatkhati (Karbianglong), Udarband (Silchar) |
| Bihar | Muzaffarpur, Mokamaghat (Patna) |
| Chhattisgarh | Arang (Raipur) |
| Delhi | Jharoda Kalan, New Delhi |
| Gujarat | Chiloda Road, Gandhi Nagar |
| Haryana | Sonepat, Pinjore (Panchkula) |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Bantalab, Jammu |
| Jharkhand | Sembo Dhurwa, Ranchi |
| Karnataka | Yelahanka, Bengaluru |
| Kerala | Pallipuram, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Madhya Pradesh | Neemuch, Bhopal (Bangrasia) |
| Maharashtra | Nagpur, Talegaon Dabhade (Pune) |
| Manipur | Langjing, Imphal |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar |
| Punjab | Kartarpur, Jalandhar |
| Rajasthan | Ajmer (GC-1 & GC-2) |
| Tamilnadu | Avadi, Chennai |
| Telangana | Chandrayangutta (Hyderabad), Rangareddy |
| Tripura | Adarani, Agartala |
| Uttarakhand | Kathgodam, Nainital |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow, Chandauli, Amethi, Prayagraj, Rampur |
| West Bengal | Durgapur, Siliguri (Darjeeling) |
Documents Required
- Matriculation/Secondary Certificate — for age, name and educational qualification proof
- Domicile Certificate / Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) — must match state mentioned in online application
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST: Annexure-IV, OBC: Annexure-V, EWS: Annexure-VII) — from competent authority
- Driving License (Heavy Transport Vehicle) — for CT/Driver candidates only
- ITI Certificate + Experience Certificate — for CT/Motor Mechanic Vehicle candidates
- Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate / Undertaking (Annexure-III) — for ESM candidates
- Certificate for serving Defence Personnel (Annexure-II) — for candidates who will complete service within 1 year
- Height/Chest Relaxation Certificate (Annexure-VI) — for applicable category candidates
- Riot Victim Certificate from District Collector/DM — for 1984 riot victim dependents
- 2 colored passport-size photographs (same as uploaded in application)
- Photo ID Proof (Original) — Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving License/PAN/Passport/Employer ID
Important Dates
🚀 Apply Now — Don’t Miss the Deadline
Online applications close on 19 May 2026. Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues on the CRPF website. This is a GOVERNMENT OF INDIA job — no money is charged for recruitment in CRPF. Beware of touts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Source: Official Advertisement Notice dated 08 April 2026, issued by DIG (Rectt.), Directorate General, CRPF, R.K. Puram, New Delhi-110066. Published on Gvox.in