CRPF Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 9,212 Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) Posts
The Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), has released an official recruitment notice for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 9,175 vacancies for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) and 20 vacancies for the Pioneer Wing.
Recruitment Overview
- Organization: Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
- Post Name: Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) and Constable (Pioneer).
- Total Vacancies: 9,195 (9,175 Technical/Tradesmen + 20 Pioneer).
- Pay Scale: Pay Level-3 (Rs. 21,700 – 69,100).
- Job Location: Anywhere in India.
Important Dates
- Date of Notification: April 8, 2026.
- Start Date for Online Applications: April 20, 2026.
- Last Date for Application & Fee Payment: May 19, 2026.
Vacancy Details
1. Constable (Technical & Tradesmen)
Total Vacancies: 9,175.
- Male Candidates: 9,096.
- Female Candidates: 79.
- Trades: Driver, Motor Mechanic Vehicle, Cobbler, Carpenter, Tailor, Brass Band, Pipe Band, Bugler, Gardener, Painter, Cook/Water Carrier, Washerman, Barber, and Safai Karamchari.
2. Constable (Pioneer Wing)
Total Vacancies: 20 (Male Only).
- Mason: 13.
- Electrician: 7.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of 01/01/2026)
- Constable (Driver): 21 to 27 years (Born between 02/01/1999 and 01/01/2005).
- Other Trades & Pioneer: 18 to 23 years (Born between 02/01/2003 and 01/01/2008).
- Relaxations: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and Ex-Servicemen are eligible for age relaxation as per government rules.
Educational & Technical Qualifications
- Driver: Matriculation or equivalent; must possess a Heavy Transport Vehicle Driving License.
- MMV (Mechanic Motor Vehicle): 10th pass (10+2 system) and 2 years ITI certificate in Mechanic Motor Vehicle or relevant apprenticeship.
- Other Trades: Matriculation or equivalent; must be proficient in the respective trade.
- Pioneer Wing: Matriculation and 1 year experience in Masonry or Electrical work.
Selection Process
The selection process involves multiple stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): 100 objective questions (2 hours) covering General Intelligence, Knowledge, Mathematics, and English/Hindi.
- Physical Standards Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
- Trade Test: Practical test in the applied trade.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination (DME/RME).
Note: There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer in the CBT.
Application Fee
- General, EWS, and OBC (Male): Rs. 100/-.
- SC, ST, Female (all categories), and Ex-Servicemen: Exempted from fee.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CRPF recruitment website: www.rect.crpf.gov.in.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form and upload necessary documents, including a scanned color photograph (taken within the last 3 months with the date printed on it).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Download and print the application for future reference.
