The SSB Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026 Notification has been officially released by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Candidates can apply online for Sub Inspector (Pioneer), Sub Inspector (Staff Nurse), and Sub Inspector (Communication) posts.
As per the official notification, a total of 51 vacancies are available, and candidates with engineering, nursing, or technical backgrounds are eligible to apply.
SSB SI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Organization: Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
- Post Name: Sub Inspector (SI)
- Total Vacancies: 51
- Job Location: Across India
- Application Mode: Online
- Category: Central Government Jobs
SSB Sub Inspector Vacancy 2026 Details
According to the official notification (page 1), the vacancies are distributed as follows:
- SI (Staff Nurse): 10 Posts
- SI (Pioneer): 21 Posts
- SI (Communication): 20 Posts
- Total: 51 Posts
Eligibility Criteria for SSB SI Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
- SI (Staff Nurse):
- 12th pass with science + Diploma/Degree in Nursing
- Must be registered with Nursing Council
- SI (Pioneer):
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- SI (Communication):
- Degree in Electronics / IT / Computer Science
- OR Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics background
Age Limit (As Per Notification)
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen as per rules
(Age relaxation details mentioned on page 1–2 of notification)
Salary (7th Pay Commission)
- Pay Level: Level-6
- Salary Range: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
- Additional benefits include:
- DA (Dearness Allowance)
- HRA (House Rent Allowance)
- Medical & Government perks
Selection Process – SSB SI 2026
The selection process is quite comprehensive. As per the official document (pages 4–7), it includes:
1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Male: 1.6 km in 6 min 30 sec
- Female: 800 m in 4 min
2. Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Height, chest measurements (category-wise)
3. Written Examination (CBT)
- General Knowledge
- Mathematics
- Reasoning
- English/Hindi
- Technical Subject
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹200
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female: No Fee
Important Dates (Expected)
- Notification Release: March 2026
- Last Date: Within 30 days of publication
How to Apply for SSB Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps:
- Visit official website: https://recruitment.ssb.gov.in
- Read full notification carefully
- Fill the online application form
- Upload photo & signature (as per guidelines on page 4)
- Pay application fee
- Submit and take printout
Physical Standards (Quick Summary)
- Height requirements vary by category & region
- Chest expansion mandatory for male candidates
- Relaxations available for ST/NE states
Important Instructions
- Only online applications will be accepted
- Candidates must upload correct documents
- Biometric verification will be done at all stages
- Final merit based on written exam performance