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Advertisement Notice dated 08 April 2026 released by CRPF — 9,195 Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) vacancies open for online application from 20 Apr to 19 May 2026 on rect.crpf.gov.in. Tradesmen vacancies are State/UT-domicile based (9,175 posts across 36 States/UTs, 15 trades, both genders); Pioneer Wing (20 posts — Mason 13 + Electrician 7) is on All-India basis. Examination Fee Rs. 100/- payable by male Gen/EWS/OBC only — SC, ST, all females and Ex-servicemen are exempted.
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs• Directorate General, CRPF — Recruitment Wing (East Block-7, R.K. Puram, New Delhi-110066)
CRPF Constable Tradesman 2026 — 9,195 Pay Level-3 vacancies (Tradesmen 9,175 + Pioneer Wing 20). Apply 20 Apr – 19 May 2026 on rect.crpf.gov.in. 10th pass; 18-23 yrs (Driver 21-27) as on 01-01-2026. Domicile-based.
Advt. Date
08 April 2026
Issued by Directorate General, CRPF — MHA, GOI
Total Vacancies
9,195
Tradesmen 9,175 (Male 9,096 + Female 79) + Pioneer Wing 20 (All-India)
Apply Window
20 Apr – 19 May 2026
Online only via rect.crpf.gov.in / recruitment.crpf.gov.in
Application Fee
Rs. 100/-
Gen / EWS / OBC male only · SC, ST, all females & ESM exempted
Age — Driver
21 – 27 years
As on 01/01/2026 — born 02-01-1999 to 01-01-2005
Age — All other trades
18 – 23 years
As on 01/01/2026 — born 02-01-2003 to 01-01-2008
Min Qualification
Matriculation (10th)
Driver: + Heavy Transport DL · MMV: + ITI/Apprenticeship · Pioneer: + 1-yr trade experience
Selection
PET → PST → CBT → Trade Test → DV → DME
Final merit on normalised CBT score; PET/PST/Trade Test are qualifying
CBT Date
To be announced
Date & centre intimated only via Admit Card on rect.crpf.gov.in (no postal admit card)
Advertisement Notice — Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) Recruitment 2026
Single deadline for both online application and online fee payment. No extension.
Applies to age (Driver 21-27, others 18-23). Educational qualification cut-off is also 01-01-2026.
Crucial date for category & creamy-layer determination — closing date of online application (PDF §8(iii), §8(iv))
Tentative — admit card downloaded from rect.crpf.gov.in only, never sent by post
Tentative — exact date intimated via Admit Card. Only PET/PST-qualified candidates appear.
| Trade / Post | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 3,176 | — | 3,176 |
| Cook | 1,426 | — | 1,426 |
| Bugler | 1,263 | 11 | 1,274 |
| Motor Mechanic Vehicle (MMV) | 739 | — | 739 |
| Safai Karamchari | 547 | — | 547 |
| Water Carrier | 502 | 27 | 529 |
| Washerman / Washerwomen | 363 | — | 363 |
| Barber / Hair Dresser | 231 | 3 | 234 |
| Tailor | 195 | 2 | 197 |
| Brass Band | 157 | 18 | 175 |
| Mali | 141 | 1 | 142 |
| Carpenter | 123 | — | 123 |
| Cobbler | 118 | — | 118 |
| Painter | 83 | 1 | 84 |
| Pipe Band | 32 | 16 | 48 |
| Tradesmen Sub-total (State-wise / Domicile) | 9,096 | 79 | 9,175 |
| Pioneer — Mason (All-India) | 13 | — | 13 |
| Pioneer — Electrician (All-India) | 7 | — | 7 |
| Grand Total | 9,116 | 79 | 9,195 |
Tradesmen vacancies are filled State/UT-wise on a domicile basis (PDF Annexure-A has the State × Trade × Reservation breakdown). Pioneer Wing 20 posts are on All-India basis with separate merit list. 10% of vacancies are earmarked for Ex-servicemen — unfilled ESM seats revert to non-ESM of the same category (PDF §4(iii)).
Driver
Cook
Bugler
Motor Mechanic Vehicle (MMV)
Safai Karamchari
Water Carrier
Washerman / Washerwomen
Barber / Hair Dresser
Tailor
Brass Band
Mali
Carpenter
Cobbler
Painter
Pipe Band
Tradesmen Sub-total (State-wise / Domicile)
Pioneer — Mason (All-India)
Pioneer — Electrician (All-India)
Grand Total
Tradesmen vacancies are filled State/UT-wise on a domicile basis (PDF Annexure-A has the State × Trade × Reservation breakdown). Pioneer Wing 20 posts are on All-India basis with separate merit list. 10% of vacancies are earmarked for Ex-servicemen — unfilled ESM seats revert to non-ESM of the same category (PDF §4(iii)).
Physical requirements & PET standards
* "Other" category includes BC/EBC/SC/ST candidates. Age relaxation may apply as per rules.
| Category | Driver | Other Tradesmen + Pioneer |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR / EWS) | 21 – 27 yrs | 18 – 23 yrs |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 21 – 30 yrs | 18 – 26 yrs |
| SC / ST | 21 – 32 yrs | 18 – 28 yrs |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | +3 yrs after deducting military service rendered | +3 yrs after deducting military service rendered |
| 1984 Riot Dependents (UR) | +5 yrs | +5 yrs |
| 1984 Riot Dependents (OBC) | +8 yrs | +8 yrs |
| 1984 Riot Dependents (SC / ST) | +10 yrs | +10 yrs |
Age computed as on 01/01/2026 against the Date of Birth in the Matric/Secondary Examination Certificate (PDF §7(iv)) — no subsequent change request entertained. PwBD (HH/OH/VH/Autism) candidates: posts are NOT identified suitable, hence need not apply (PDF §7 Note I).
Unreserved (UR / EWS)
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
SC / ST
Ex-Servicemen (UR)
1984 Riot Dependents (UR)
1984 Riot Dependents (OBC)
1984 Riot Dependents (SC / ST)
Age computed as on 01/01/2026 against the Date of Birth in the Matric/Secondary Examination Certificate (PDF §7(iv)) — no subsequent change request entertained. PwBD (HH/OH/VH/Autism) candidates: posts are NOT identified suitable, hence need not apply (PDF §7 Note I).
| Candidate Category | Male Height | Female Height | Male Chest (un-exp / min exp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General — all other candidates | 170 cm | 157 cm | 80 cm / +5 cm |
| Schedule Tribes (general) | 162.5 cm | 150 cm | 76 cm / +5 cm |
| ST — North-Eastern States | 157 cm | 147.5 cm | 77 cm / +5 cm |
| ST — Left-Wing Extremism affected districts | 160 cm | 147.5 cm | 76 cm / +5 cm |
| Garhwalis / Kumaonis / Dogras / Marathas / Assam / HP / J&K / Ladakh | 165 cm | 155 cm | 78 cm / +5 cm |
| NE States — Arunachal / Manipur / Meghalaya / Mizoram / Nagaland / Sikkim / Tripura | 162.5 cm | 152.5 cm | 77 cm / +5 cm |
| Gorkha Territorial Administration (GTA) — Darjeeling / Kalimpong / Kurseong specified Mouzas | 157 cm | 152.5 cm | 77 cm / +5 cm |
Female chest is not measured (PDF §15(b)(3)). Weight is proportionate to height & age per medical standards. PET/PST conducted via RFID & digitalised equipment. Carry photo ID original (DL/Aadhaar/Voter/PAN/Passport/Identity Card). Candidates seeking height/chest relaxation must carry the supporting community/domicile certificate to PST.
General — all other candidates
Schedule Tribes (general)
ST — North-Eastern States
ST — Left-Wing Extremism affected districts
Garhwalis / Kumaonis / Dogras / Marathas / Assam / HP / J&K / Ladakh
NE States — Arunachal / Manipur / Meghalaya / Mizoram / Nagaland / Sikkim / Tripura
Gorkha Territorial Administration (GTA) — Darjeeling / Kalimpong / Kurseong specified Mouzas
Female chest is not measured (PDF §15(b)(3)). Weight is proportionate to height & age per medical standards. PET/PST conducted via RFID & digitalised equipment. Carry photo ID original (DL/Aadhaar/Voter/PAN/Passport/Identity Card). Candidates seeking height/chest relaxation must carry the supporting community/domicile certificate to PST.
| Trade / Post Group | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Driver, MMV, Gardner, Painter, Carpenter, Brass Band, Pipe Band, Cobbler, Tailor, Bugler | 5 km in 24 minutes | 1.6 km in 8.30 minutes |
| Cook, Water Carrier, Barber, Hair Dresser, Washer Man / Women, Safai Karamchari | 1.6 km in 10 minutes | 1.6 km in 12 minutes |
| Pioneer — Mason / Electrician | 1.6 km in 9 minutes | Not applicable (male-only) |
Failing the race = elimination, no appeal (PDF §15(i)(d)). Pregnant women candidates are temporarily unfit and re-tested 6 weeks post-confinement against the reserved seat (PDF §15(i)(b)). Ex-servicemen are exempt from PET but must appear in PST for height/chest/weight measurement (PDF §15(v)).
Driver, MMV, Gardner, Painter, Carpenter, Brass Band, Pipe Band, Cobbler, Tailor, Bugler
Cook, Water Carrier, Barber, Hair Dresser, Washer Man / Women, Safai Karamchari
Pioneer — Mason / Electrician
Failing the race = elimination, no appeal (PDF §15(i)(d)). Pregnant women candidates are temporarily unfit and re-tested 6 weeks post-confinement against the reserved seat (PDF §15(i)(b)). Ex-servicemen are exempt from PET but must appear in PST for height/chest/weight measurement (PDF §15(v)).
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| B | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| C | Elementary Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| D | English / Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| Total | All four parts in one objective paper | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 hours · Language: English & Hindi only · Level: Matriculation · Negative marking: 0.25 mark per wrong answer · CBT scores are normalised across shifts to determine final merit and cut-off (PDF §15(vi)(f)). Calculators / electronic gadgets are not permitted.
A
B
C
D
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Duration: 2 hours · Language: English & Hindi only · Level: Matriculation · Negative marking: 0.25 mark per wrong answer · CBT scores are normalised across shifts to determine final merit and cut-off (PDF §15(vi)(f)). Calculators / electronic gadgets are not permitted.
Allowances
DA + HRA + TA + Ration + Uniform + Medical (CGHS)
Plus risk/hardship allowance, free accommodation in barracks
Race only — distance/time varies by trade group (see PET section). Failing the race ends the process; no appeal. Ex-servicemen are exempt from PET but appear in PST.
Height, chest (males only) and weight measurement via RFID + digital equipment. Carry the relevant community/domicile certificate if you are claiming relaxation. Same-day appeal allowed for height/chest only.
Only PET + PST qualified candidates are called. 100 MCQs / 100 marks / 2 hours, in English or Hindi. Negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer. Scores are normalised to fix the cut-off.
Practical assessment shortlisted from CBT-qualified candidates. Driver: driving test on specified vehicle. MMV/Mason/Electrician/Tailor/Cook etc.: practical demonstration of trade proficiency.
Original certificates verified — Matric (DOB proof), educational, ITI/Apprenticeship/DL where applicable, caste/EWS/PwBD/ESM, Domicile / Permanent Residence Certificate of the State/UT applied for. Wrong-state PRC = candidature cancelled.
Final medical fitness check by CRPF medical board. Failing candidates may opt for one Review Medical Examination. Final merit list is published thereafter on rect.crpf.gov.in.
General / EWS / OBC — Male
Rs. 100/-
SC / ST — Male & Female
Nil (Exempted)
All Female candidates (any category)
Nil (Exempted)
Ex-Servicemen (any category)
Nil (Exempted)
Accepted Payment Methods
Fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against other examinations. Per-post fee — pay separately for each trade if applying to more than one. If the fee is paid but the portal still shows the application 'INCOMPLETE / PENDING', verify status under the 'Payment Status' link in your candidate login. Applications without confirmed fee receipt are summarily rejected with no representation entertained (PDF §11).
Last date for fee payment: 19 May 2026
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Open rect.crpf.gov.in and click the 'Apply Online — Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) 2026' link, which redirects to recruitment.crpf.gov.in.
Visit linkProvide name, DOB, mobile, email and a valid identity document number. CRPF emails/SMSes the Registration Number and Password to the contact details you enter — store both safely.
Enter educational qualification (per Matric), category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS), Domicile State/UT, gender, ESM status, trade(s) you are applying for, and any height/chest relaxation claim. Cross-check every field against your Matric certificate before saving.
Recent passport-size colour photograph and signature in the prescribed format, sizes and dimensions (refer Annexure-I of the PDF). Use clear scans — illegible uploads are grounds for rejection at PST/DV.
Rs. 100/- via BHIM UPI / Net Banking / Visa / Master / Maestro / RuPay credit-debit cards / CSC Wallet. Skip this step only if you are SC/ST/Female/ESM (exempted).
Verify the preview screen — **once you click Final Submit, no edits are allowed and corrections by post / fax / email will not be entertained** (PDF §10(vi)). Download the submitted form and the fee receipt for your records.
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