Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has officially released recruitment notification (dated 08 April 2026) for 9,175 vacancies of Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) — Male and Female — for the year 2026.
Posts include Cook, Driver, Bugler, Carpenter, Barber, Motor Mechanic Vehicle, Brass Band, Pipe Band, Cobbler, Tailor, Painter, Mali, Safai Karamchari, Water Carrier, and Pioneer Wing trades (Mason and Electrician).
The online application window opens on 20 April 2026 and closes on 19 May 2026 at the official website rect.crpf.gov.in. Candidates who have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) are eligible to apply. Monthly salary is ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 (Pay Level-3).
Selection involves Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Computer Based Test (CBT), Trade Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Gujarat candidates: 449 vacancies are available for Gujarat domicile — one of the highest among all states.
Overview Table
CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt. of India |
| Notification Date | 08 April 2026 |
| Post Name | Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) |
| Total Vacancies | 9,175 (Male: 9,096 + Female: 79) + 20 Pioneer Wing |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 20 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 May 2026 |
| Minimum Qualification | Matriculation / 10th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18–23 years (General); 21–27 years (Driver) |
| Application Fee | ₹100/- (General/OBC/EWS Male); Others Exempted |
| Salary | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Pay Level-3) |
| Selection Process | PET → PST → CBT → Trade Test → DV → Medical |
| Job Location | Across India (Domicile-based for Tradesmen) |
| Official Website | rect.crpf.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 08 April 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 20 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 19 May 2026 |
| Crucial Date for Age/Education | 01 January 2026 |
| Crucial Date for SC/ST/OBC/EWS | 19 May 2026 (application closing date) |
| Admit Card – PET/PST | To be notified on rect.crpf.gov.in |
| PET / PST | To be announced |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | To be announced |
| Trade Test / DV / Medical | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
Male Posts – Total: 9,096
| Trade / Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Driver (CT/Dvr) | 3,176 |
| Bugler (CT/Bug) | 1,263 |
| Cook (CT/Cook) | 1,426 |
| Motor Mechanic Vehicle (CT/MMV) | 739 |
| Safai Karamchari (CT/SFK) | 547 |
| Water Carrier (CT/WC) | 502 |
| Washerman (CT/WM) | 363 |
| Brass Band (CT/B.Band) | 157 |
| Barber (CT/Barber) | 231 |
| Carpenter (CT/Cptr) | 123 |
| Cobbler (CT/Cob) | 118 |
| Mali/Gardner (CT/Mali) | 141 |
| Tailor (CT/Tlr) | 195 |
| Painter (CT/Ptr) | 83 |
| Pipe Band (CT/P.Band) | 32 |
| Total Male | 9,096 |
Female Posts – Total: 79
| Trade / Post | Total |
|---|---|
| Brass Band | 18 |
| Pipe Band | 16 |
| Bugler | 11 |
| Water Carrier | 27 |
| Hair Dresser | 3 |
| Mali | 1 |
| Painter | 1 |
| Tailor | 2 |
| Total Female | 79 |
Pioneer Wing Posts – Total: 20 (All India Basis)
| 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 |
Important Notes:
- Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) vacancies are domicile/state-wise — candidates can only apply for vacancies of their home state/UT.
- Pioneer Wing (Mason & Electrician) vacancies are filled on All India basis — any candidate from any state can apply.
- 10% vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) in each category.
Gujarat-Specific Vacancies
Gujarat candidates have a strong opportunity with 449 male vacancies and 3 female vacancies — one of the highest allocations among all states. Key trades available in Gujarat include Driver (156), Cook (70), Bugler (58), Motor Mechanic Vehicle (34), Safai Karamchari (27), and Water Carrier (24). Candidates domiciled in Gujarat must apply under the Gujarat state quota and submit a valid Domicile / Permanent Residence Certificate at the time of Document Verification.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Driver (CT/Dvr) | Matriculation (10th pass) from recognized Board + Valid Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) Driving License. Must pass driving test at recruitment. |
| Motor Mechanic Vehicle (CT/MMV) | Matriculation (10th pass) + 2-year ITI certificate in Mechanic Motor Vehicle (NCVT/SCVT) + 1 year practical experience. OR 3-year National/State Apprenticeship Certificate in MMV trade + 1 year experience. |
| All Other Tradesmen (Cook, Barber, Bugler, Carpenter, Cobbler, Tailor, Painter, Mali, Brass Band, Pipe Band, Safai Karamchari, Water Carrier, Washerman) | Matriculation (10th pass) from a recognized Board. Must be proficient and have worked in the respective trade. |
| Pioneer Wing – Mason & Electrician | Matriculation (10th pass) + 1 year experience in respective trade. Preference given to candidates with ITI certificate in the trade. |
Age Limit
Age calculated as on 01 January 2026.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Constable (Driver) | 21 to 27 years (Born between 02/01/1999 and 01/01/2005) |
| All Other Tradesmen & Pioneer Wing | 18 to 23 years (Born between 02/01/2003 and 01/01/2008) |
Age Relaxation
| 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 |
Note: PwD (Persons with Disabilities) candidates are NOT eligible to apply for CRPF Tradesman 2026 posts as none of the posts are identified suitable for PwD categories.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST (Male) | Exempted |
| Female (All Categories) | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Online only — Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, BHIM/UPI, RuPay, Maestro, CSC Wallet.
Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Selection Process
CRPF Tradesman Recruitment 2026 has a multi-stage selection process:
Stage 1 — Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Race conducted using RFID and Digitalized Equipment.
| Post Group | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Driver, MMV, Painter, Carpenter, Brass Band, Pipe Band, Cobbler, Tailor, Bugler | 5 km in 24 minutes | 1.6 km in 8 min 30 sec |
| Cook, Water Carrier, Barber/Hair Dresser, Washerman/Washerwoman, Safai Karamchari | 1.6 km in 10 minutes | 1.6 km in 12 minutes |
| Pioneer Wing (Mason, Electrician) | 1.6 km in 9 minutes | Not applicable |
Ex-Servicemen candidates are fully exempted from PET. They only appear for PST measurement.
Stage 2 — Physical Standard Test (PST)
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 170 cm (minimum) | 157 cm (minimum) |
| Chest (Unexpanded) | 80 cm | Not applicable |
| Chest (With Expansion) | 85 cm (min. 5 cm expansion) | Not applicable |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age | Proportionate |
Relaxed height/chest standards apply for candidates from Schedule Tribes, North-Eastern states, Garhwali, Kumaoni, Dogra, Maratha categories, and certain hill districts.
Stage 3 — Computer Based Test (CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| English / Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 hours | Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer | Language: Hindi and English only | Level: Matriculation standard.
Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT:
| Category | Technical & Tradesmen | Pioneer Wing |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 30% (30 marks) | 35% (35 marks) |
| EWS / OBC | 25% (25 marks) | 33% (33 marks) |
| SC / ST & All Others | 20% (20 marks) | 33% (33 marks) |
Stage 4 — Trade / Skill Test Practical test out of 50 marks. Candidates must score minimum 20 marks to qualify. Qualifying in nature — marks not counted in final merit.
Stage 5 — Document Verification (DV) Original certificates verified at Recruitment Centre.
Stage 6 — Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME) Medical fitness check as per CRPF/MHA guidelines. Candidates declared unfit in DME may appear for RME on the next day by giving written consent.
CBT Syllabus
| Subject | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, similarities, spatial visualization, visual memory, non-verbal reasoning, number series, coding-decoding, arithmetical reasoning, figural classification |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | Current events, sports, history, culture, geography, economics, Indian Constitution, science, India and neighbouring countries |
| Elementary Mathematics | Number systems, decimals, fractions, percentage, ratio & proportion, profit/loss, discount, average, interest, mensuration, time-distance, time-work |
| English / Hindi | Basic comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, reading ability |
Recruitment Centres (PET/PST/Trade Test/DV/Medical)
| State | Recruitment Centre |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | Group Centre, CRPF, Chiloda Road, Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat – 382042 |
| Maharashtra | Group Centre, CRPF, Nagpur & Group Centre, CRPF, Talegaon Dabhade, Pune |
| Rajasthan | Group Centre 1 & 2, CRPF, Ajmer |
| Uttar Pradesh | Group Centres at Lucknow, Chandauli, Amethi, Prayagraj, Rampur |
| Tamil Nadu | Group Centre, CRPF, Avadi, Chennai |
| West Bengal | Group Centres at Durgapur & Siliguri |
(Full list of 35 recruitment centres across India available in official notification)
Documents Required at DV / Medical
- Matriculation/Secondary Certificate (age, name, qualification proof)
- Domicile / Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) of respective State/UT
- Caste Certificate – SC/ST/OBC/EWS (Annexure-IV/V/VII format as prescribed)
- Heavy Transport Vehicle Driving License (for CT/Driver post)
- ITI Certificate + Experience Certificate (for CT/Motor Mechanic Vehicle)
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate / NOC (Annexure-II/III format)
- Certificate for height/chest relaxation (Annexure-VI, if applicable)
- Certificate from District Magistrate for 1984 riot victim dependents
- Valid Photo ID: Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport, Government Employer ID
Note: Ration Card and Learner’s Driving License are NOT valid ID proof for CRPF recruitment.
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Visit official website:
rect.crpf.gov.in - Click on “Recruitment” on the homepage
- Find CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026 notification and click “Apply Online”
- Step I – Registration: Enter name (as per Matriculation), email ID, and mobile number. Login credentials will be sent to registered email.
- Step II – Form Filling: Login and fill personal details, address, qualification, achievement details, applied post/trade, domicile state
- Upload scanned photograph (JPG, 50–100 KB, 35mm×45mm, date printed, no cap/spectacles), signature (JPG, 50–100 KB, black ink)
- Select preferred exam city/centre carefully — no change will be allowed later
- Pay application fee online (₹100 for applicable candidates)
- Submit form before 19 May 2026
- Save printout of confirmation/application form for future reference
Important: Online form session is limited to 30 minutes — fill details carefully. Only one application per candidate allowed. Multiple applications will be rejected.
Special Note – Important Caution for Domicile
CRPF Tradesman vacancies (except Pioneer Wing) are strictly domicile-based. Your application state and your Domicile Certificate at DV/Medical must match exactly. Any mismatch will result in immediate cancellation of candidature. Do not attempt to change state after submission.
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FAQ – CRPF Tradesman Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online application for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026 is 19 May 2026. Both the application form submission and online fee payment must be completed by this date. Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid website load issues.
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies in CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
A total of 9,195 vacancies have been released — 9,096 for male Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) posts, 79 for female posts, and 20 for Pioneer Wing posts (Mason and Electrician) on All India basis.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
For most posts, the minimum qualification is Matriculation (10th pass) from a recognized Board. For Motor Mechanic Vehicle, a 2-year ITI certificate in the relevant trade plus 1 year experience is additionally required. For Driver post, a valid Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) driving license is mandatory.
Q4. What is the age limit for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
For the Driver post, the age limit is 21 to 27 years. For all other Constable (Tradesman) and Pioneer Wing posts, the age limit is 18 to 23 years, calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Q5. Is there negative marking in CRPF Tradesman CBT 2026?
Yes. Unlike many other central government exams, CRPF Tradesman CBT has negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Candidates must plan their attempt strategy accordingly.
Q6. What is the salary of CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-3 with a basic salary range of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month, along with allowances such as DA, HRA, and other CRPF perquisites applicable to uniformed force personnel.
Q7. Can candidates from any state apply for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
For Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) posts, recruitment is domicile-based — candidates can only apply for vacancies in their home state/UT and must submit a valid Domicile/PRC certificate. However, for Pioneer Wing (Mason and Electrician), candidates from any state can apply as vacancies are on All India basis.
Q8. Are female candidates eligible for CRPF Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
Yes. 79 vacancies are specifically earmarked for female candidates across trades such as Brass Band, Pipe Band, Bugler, Hair Dresser, Water Carrier, Mali, Painter, and Tailor. Female candidates of all categories are exempted from application fee.
Q9. What is the physical standard required for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
Male candidates need minimum height of 170 cm and chest measurement of 80 cm (unexpanded) with 5 cm expansion. Female candidates need minimum height of 157 cm. Relaxed standards are available for ST, Northeastern states, hill region, and certain other category candidates.
Q10. How many vacancies are available for Gujarat candidates in CRPF Tradesman 2026? Gujarat domicile candidates have access to 449 male vacancies and 3 female vacancies, making it one of the higher-vacancy states. Key trades include Driver (156), Cook (70), Bugler (58), Motor Mechanic Vehicle (34), and Safai Karamchari (27). Candidates must submit a valid Gujarat Domicile/PRC certificate at Document Verification.
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