BSF Constable Recruitment 2025 Notification Out for 3588 Vacancies

BSF Constable Recruitment 2025: Border Security Force (BSF) has invited applications from male and female Indian citizens for the post of Constable (Tradesman) for the year 2024-25. This is a Group ‘C’ non-gazette, non-ministerial post in the Pay Level-3 with various benefits. There are 3588 vacancies (3406 Vacancies for Male candidates and 182 Vacancies for Female candidates) vacancies in this recruitment. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official website of  Border Security Force (BSF). For eligibility, age limit, salary and more details of this recruitment, please refer to the job description below.

BSF Constable 3588 Recruitment 2025

• Organization Name: Border Security Force (BSF)
• Notification No: 9A/Advt/CT(TM)-2024-25/Rectt/BSF/2025/
• Posts Name: Constable (Tradesman)
• Total Vacancy: 3588 Posts
• Age Limit: 18-25 years
• Qualification: 10th, Trade Certificate
• Salary: Rs.21,700 – 69,100/-
• Selection Process: PST, PET, Written Exam, Documentation, Trade Test, Medical Exam
• Apply Mode: Online
• Apply Start Date: 24.08.2025
• Apply Last Date: 26.08.2025
• Official Website: rectt.bsf.gov.in

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Border Security Force Recruitment 2025 - Vacancy Details

• Male Candidates: 3406
• Female Candidates: 182

Total Vacancies: 3,588/-

BSF Constable Recruitment 2025 - Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: 

For trades of Constable (Carpenter, (Plumber, Painter, Electrician, Pump Operator, and Upholster): 

Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board and should have either a 2-year ITI certificate in the relevant trade or a 1-year ITI/vocational course certificate with at least 1-year work experience in the same trade. 

For trades of Constable (Cobbler, Tailor, and Washerman, Barber, Sweeper and Khoji/Syce):

• Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
• Must be proficient in respective trade.
• Must qualify trade test in the respective trade conducted by recuritment board. 

For trades of Constable (Cook, Water Carrier, and Waiter): 

Candidates must be Class 10 pass and should have completed NSQF Level-1 course in food production or kitchen work from NSDC or a recognized institute. If the certificate is from a board other than State or Central, it must be approved by the Government of India as equivalent to Class 10.

Age Limit:

Candidates must be aged between 18 and 25 years as of August 24, 2025.

Age Relaxable:

• SC/ST Candidates: 05 years
• OBC Candidates: 03 years

BSF Constable Recruitment 2025 - Pay Scale 

• Pay Level-3: Rs. 21,700 – 69,100/-

BSF Constable (Tradesman) Recruitment 2025 - Physical Test Details 

Physical Standard Test (PST):

General, OBC, SC -

• Height: 167.5 cm
• Chest (Unexpanded): 78 cm
• Chest (Expanded): 83 cm

ST (Adivasi) -

• Height: 162.5 cm
• Chest (Unexpanded): 76 cm
• Chest (Expanded): 81 cm

Hill areas (Gorkhas, Garhwalis, etc.) -

• Height: 165 cm
• Chest (Unexpanded): 78 cm
• Chest (Expanded): 83 cm

For Female Candidates:

• General, OBC, SC - 157 cm
• ST (Adivasi) - 155 cm
• Hill areas - 155 cm

Physical Efficiency Test (PET):-

For Male Candidates:

• Run: 5 km in 24 minutes.
• For Female Candidates:
• Run: 1.6 km in 8 minutes 30 seconds.

BSF Recruitment 2025 - Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS Candidates:-

Application Fee: Rs.100/-
Service Charge / Exam Fee: Rs.50/-
GST: 18%

• Total Fee: Rs.150 (+ 18% GST)

SC / ST / Women / Ex‑Servicemen / BSF Serving Personnel

• Fee: Nil

Payment Mode: Payment must be completed online only, via Net banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or at Common Service Centres (CSC).

Application Process for BSF Constable Recruitment 2025

Eligible and interested candidates have to visit the official website rectt.bsf.gov.in and complete the online registration by providing basic information like name, email and mobile number. After registration, they have to log in and fill the application form with correct personal, educational and trade-related details as per their 10th certificate. Candidates have to upload scanned copies of required documents like 10th pass certificate, trade certificate or experience proof, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and a passport-size photograph and signature. Those belonging to General, OBC and EWS categories have to pay the application fee of Rs 100 plus service charge. After verifying all the details, candidates have to submit the form and keep a printout for reference.

BSF Constable Recruitment 2025 - Selection Process

The selection process for BSF Constable Recruitment 2025 will be done as per the steps mentioned below:

• Physical Standard Test (PST)
• Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
• Written Examination
• Document Verification
• Trade Test
• Medical Examination (DME/RME)

BSF Constable Recruitment 2025 - Important Dates:

• Date of Notification: 24.07.2025
• Start Date of Online Application: 24.08.2025
• Last Date of Online Application: 26.08.2025

Important Links:

Click Here: Notification PDF
Click Here: Apply Online Link
Click Here: Official Website

BSF Constable Recruitment 2025 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q1. Who can apply for BSF Constable Recruitment 2025?

• Answer: Both male and female Indian citizens who meet the eligibility criteria (age, education, and physical standards) can apply.

Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?

Answer: There are 3,588 vacancies in total:

• Male candidates – 3,406 posts
• Female candidates – 182 posts

Q3. What is the age limit?

• Answer: Candidates must be between 18 to 25 years as of 24 August 2025.

Q4. What is the salary?

• Answer: Salary is as per Pay Level-3: Rs. 21,700 – 69,100/- per month + allowances.

Q5. How can I apply?

• Answer: Apply online only through the official BSF website: rectt.bsf.gov.in.