CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026: Apply Now for 9,195 Posts

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CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026: Apply online for 9,195 Constable posts. 10th pass with trade proficiency/ITI eligible. Salary ₹21,700-69,100. Last date May 19, 2026.

Job Salary:

₹21,700-69,100

Job Post:

Constable Tradesman

Qualification:

SSLC/ITI

Age Limit:

27

Exam Date:

Last Apply Date:

May 19, 2026

Application Closed
The last date shown for this recruitment was 19 May 2026. Please check the recruiting organisation for any extension or new notification.

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), India’s largest Central Armed Police Force under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has officially released a massive recruitment notification for the engagement of Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) and Constable (Pioneer Wing) for the year 2026. The force is inviting online applications for a staggering 9,195 vacancies across various trades including Driver, Cook, Carpenter, Tailor, Barber, Washerman, Bugler, and many more.

This is a landmark opportunity for 10th-pass candidates and ITI-certified professionals seeking a secure and prestigious career in central government service. The online application window opens on April 20, 2026, and closes on May 19, 2026. Eligible candidates must apply online through the official CRPF recruitment portal.

CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026: Overview

Here is the essential information regarding the Central Reserve Police Force Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026:

CategoryDetails
OrganizationCentral Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs
Post NameConstable (Technical & Tradesmen) and Constable (Pioneer Wing)
Total Vacancies9,195 Posts
Apply ModeOnline
Qualification10th Pass (Matriculation) + Trade Proficiency / ITI where applicable
SalaryPay Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month
Job LocationAcross India (State-wise for Tradesmen; All-India for Pioneer Wing)
Application Start DateApril 20, 2026
Application End DateMay 19, 2026
Official Websitehttps://rect.crpf.gov.in/

Vacancy Details for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026

A total of 9,195 vacancies are distributed across two wings: Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer Wing.

Technical & Tradesmen Wing – 9,175 Posts

CategoryVacancies
Male Candidates9,096
Female Candidates79

Pioneer Wing – 20 Posts (All-India Basis)

Post NameVacancies
Constable (Pioneer) – Mason13
Constable (Pioneer) – Electrician7

Trade-wise Vacancy Breakdown

TradeTotal Vacancies
Driver3,176
Cook1,426
Bugler1,274
Motor Mechanic Vehicle739
Safai Karamchari547
Water Carrier529
Washerman363
Barber231
Tailor197
Brass Band175
Mali (Gardener)142
Carpenter123
Cobbler118
Pipe Band99
Painter33
Hair Dresser3

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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

PostEducational Qualification
Constable (Driver)10th pass + valid Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) Driving License
Constable (Motor Mechanic Vehicle)10th pass + 2-year ITI certificate in Mechanic Motor Vehicle OR 3-year apprenticeship + 1 year experience
Constable (Other Tradesmen)10th pass + proven proficiency in respective trade (Cook, Tailor, Carpenter, Barber, Washerman, etc.)
Constable (Pioneer Wing)10th pass + ITI certificate OR 1 year experience in Masonry/Electrician work

Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026)

PostAge Limit
Constable (Driver)21 to 27 Years
All Other Posts (including Pioneer Wing)18 to 23 Years

Age Relaxation

CategoryRelaxation
SC/ST5 Years
OBC (NCL)3 Years
Ex-Servicemen3 years after deduction of military service

Physical Standards

ParameterMaleFemale
Height170 cm157 cm
Chest80 cm (unexpanded) with 5 cm expansionNot Applicable
WeightProportionate to height and ageProportionate to height and age
VisionBetter eye 6/6, worse eye 6/9 (uncorrected)Same as male

(Relaxations applicable for ST, North-East, and Hill region candidates as per official notification)

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-3 of the 7th Central Pay Commission matrix:

  • Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month
  • Approximate In-hand Salary: ₹30,000 – ₹35,000 per month (including DA, HRA, and other allowances)

Additional Benefits

  • Dearness Allowance (DA)
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA) or free accommodation
  • Transport Allowance (TA)
  • Ration money and free uniform
  • Medical facilities for self and family
  • Risk and Hardship Allowance for field postings
  • Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Pension (NPS), Gratuity, and Insurance benefits

Application Fee

CategoryApplication Fee
General / OBC / EWS (Male)Rs. 100/-
SC / ST / Female / Ex-ServicemenExempted (No Fee)

Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, BHIM, UPI, or Mobile Wallet

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release DateApril 8, 2026
Online Application Start DateApril 20, 2026
Last Date to Apply OnlineMay 19, 2026
Last Date for Fee PaymentMay 19, 2026
Tentative CBT Exam DateJuly 2026

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted through a multi-stage process:

Stage 1: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

  • For Male Tradesmen: 5 km run in 24 minutes
  • For Female Tradesmen: 1.6 km run in 8 minutes 30 seconds
  • Different timings applicable for Cook, Safai Karamchari, and Pioneer posts

Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST)

  • Measurement of height, chest, and weight

Stage 3: Computer Based Test (CBT) – 100 Marks

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Knowledge & General Awareness2525
Elementary Mathematics2525
English / Hindi2525
Total100100

CBT Minimum Qualifying Marks

CategoryTechnical & TradesmenPioneer Wing
UR30%35%
OBC / EWS25%33%
SC / ST20%33%

Stage 4: Trade / Skill Test – 50 Marks

  • Practical test in the applied trade (cooking, driving, tailoring, carpentry, etc.)
  • Qualifying marks: 20 out of 50 (40%) for all categories

Stage 5: Document Verification

  • Verification of original certificates

Stage 6: Detailed Medical Examination (DME)

  • Final medical fitness test

How to Apply for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates must follow the online application procedure meticulously:

  1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official CRPF recruitment portal: https://rect.crpf.gov.in/.
  2. Find the Notification: Click on the link for “Recruitment for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) 2026”.
  3. Complete Step-I Registration: Enter your full name (as per Matriculation certificate), valid email ID, and mobile number. Login credentials will be sent to your registered email.
  4. Fill Step-II Application Form: Log in and fill out the online application form with accurate personal details, address, category, educational qualification, trade applied for, and state/UT preference.
  5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of:
    • Recent Passport-size Photograph (50–100 KB) with printed date not older than 3 months
    • Signature (50–100 KB) on white paper with black ink
    • Relevant certificates (10th marksheet, ITI certificate, Driving License, etc.)
  6. Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) through BHIM, UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.
  7. Submit and Print: Review all details carefully before final submission. After successful submission, download the confirmation page and take a printout for future reference.

Important Notes:

  • Once submitted, no corrections are allowed. Fill every detail carefully
  • The domicile state you choose cannot be changed later
  • Recruitment is state-wise for most posts; provide a valid domicile certificate during document verification

If you have any questions or face issues during the application process, feel free to comment below.

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