Candidates qualifying for the written examination for General Duty Constable posts will move forward to the physical efficiency test (PST) and physical endurance test (PET) stage of the selection process. The authorities conduct physical tests to ensure the candidates are physically fit and suitable for their respective posts. Candidates are advised to keep an eye on the official website of CAPFs at http://www.crpf.gov.in our bookmark our page for the latest updates regarding the SSC GD PST and PET exam schedule.
SSC GD Physical Test 2025
The SSC GD Physical Standard Test (PST) and the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) exam are conducted to test the physical eligibility of the male and female candidates. All candidates who declared qualified in the written exam will be shortlisted to participate in the PST & PET. All candidates who successfully pass the selection stage of SSC GD will be appointed as General Duty Constables in the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) through this recruitment drive.
SSC GD Constable Physical Date 2025
Through the SSC GD Constable exam, a total of 39481 vacancies will be filled for Constable (General Duty) in BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, SSF, and NCB. The SSC GD 2025 Constable scheduled for PST and PET along with DV/DME rounds will be released after the declaration of SSC GD Result 2025 for the written exam. The admit card to the candidates shortlisted for PST / PET has been issued by the Nodal CAPF at http://www.crpf.gov.in.
| Events | Dates |
| SSC GD Physical Admit Card 2025 | 7 to 10 days before the exam date |
| PST, PET, DV, Medical Examination | To be notified |
SSC GD Constable Physical Test 2025
The SSC GD Physical Test ensures that candidates are physically capable of being part of Indian Paramilitary forces and covers many activities like height, weight, and race. Both the SSC physical efficiency test and physical standard test have separate requirements for male and female candidates, shortlisted candidates need to fulfill those requirements to pass the SSC GD Constable Physical Test 2025.
SSC GD Constable PST
The objective of conducting the SSC GD Physical Standard Test is to check whether the candidates who have been shortlisted match the required physical requirements, which include chest measures, weight, and height. For the SSC GD Constable PST 2025, candidates must meet prescribed physical requirements for male & female candidates. Height, weight, and chest measurements of ex-servicemen will be taken only for record purposes otherwise, they are exempted from PST and PET stages. Weight should be proportionate to height and age as per medical standards. The physical standard test is qualifying in nature, candidates can check the physical measurements below.
SSC GD Physical Requirements for Male Candidates
Male candidates belonging to the General, SC & OBC categories must be at least 170 cm tall and should have a minimum chest expansion of 5 cm and unexpanded chest measurement should be 80 cm. Height and chest measurements for male candidates belonging to other categories are provided below.
| Categories | Height Measurements | Chest Measurements |
| General, SC & OBC | 170 cm | 80 cm/5 |
| Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 cm | 76 cm/5 |
| Schedule Tribe candidates hailing from the North-Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim & Tripura and Naxal/ Left Wing Extremism affected districts | 160 cm | 147.5 cm |
| Candidates hailing from the North-Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura | 162.5 cm | 77cm/5 |
| Candidates falling in categories of Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, and candidates belonging to the States of Assam, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir | 165 cm | 78cm/5 |
SSC GD PST for Female Candidates
In the SSC GD Physical Standard Test, no chest measurements of female candidates will be taken. Female candidates belonging to scheduled tribes must be 150 cm tall and those belonging to general &OBC categories have a minimum height of 157 cm.
| Categories | Height Measurements |
| General, SC & OBC | 157 cm |
| Scheduled Tribes | 150 cm |
| All Scheduled Tribe candidates of North Eastern States (NE States) | 147.5 cm |
| All Scheduled Tribe candidates of Left Wing Extremism affected districts | 147.5 cm |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, and candidates belonging to the States of Assam, Himachal Pradesh Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh | 155 cm |
| Candidates hailing from North Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura | 152.5 cm |
| Candidates hailing from Gorkha Territorial Administration (GTA) comprising of the three Sub-Divisions of Darjeeling District namely Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Kurseong, and includes the following “Mouzas” Sub-Division of these Districts : (1)Lohagarh Tea Garden (2) Lohagarh Forest (3) Rangmohan (4) Barachenga (5) Panighata (6) ChotaAdalpur (7) Paharu (8) Sukna Forest (9) Sukna Part-I (10) Pantapati Forest-I (11) Mahanadi Forest (12) Champasari Forest (13) SalbariChhatpart-II (14) Sitong Forest (15) Sivoke Hill Forest (16) Sivoke Forest (17) ChhotaChenga (18) Nipania. |
152.5 cm |
SSC GD Constable PET
The commission will conduct the SSC GD Physical Efficiency Test 2025 after the PST test is over. Candidates belonging to Ladakh or any other region will have to complete the race within prescribed time limits for female and male candidates.
SSC GD Constable PET for Male Candidates
Male candidates who belong to the Ladakh region have to complete 1.6 km of running in 7 minutes and for other region candidates, it is a 5 km race that has to be completed in 24 minutes.
| Category | Task |
| Candidates other than Ladakh Region | 1.6 Km in 8½ minutes |
| For Ladakh Region | 800 metres in 5 minutes |
SSC GD Constable PET for Female Candidates
For female candidates who belong to the Ladakh region, the physical running time is 5 minutes in 800 meters and candidates who belong to other regions have to complete 1.6 Km running in 8½ minutes.
| Types | Task |
| Candidates other than Ladakh Region | 5 km in 24 minutes |
| For Ladakh Region | 1.6 Km in 7 minutes |
SSC GD Medical Examination
All those candidates who declared qualified in the PET/ PST exam will be called to appear for a Detailed Medical Examination (DME)/ Review Medical Examination (RME). Shortlisted candidates will undergo medical examinations conducted by the Medical Boards established by the CAPFs to evaluate their physical and medical fitness.
| Visual Standards | |||||
| Visual Acuity Unaided | Visual Acuity Unaided | Refraction | Color Vision | ||
| Near Vision | Distant Vision | ||||
| Better Eye | Worse Eye | Better Eye | Worse Eye | Visual correction of any kind is not permitted even by glasses | CP-2 |
| N6 | N9 | 6/6 | 6/9 | ||
How to Prepare for the SSC GD Physical Test
Preparing for the SSC GD Physical Test 2024 involves a fitness routine, a balanced diet, and mental preparation. To pass the physical examination candidates must be physically fit and follow the below-mentioned tips:
- Make sure to take a walk every day. If you want to perform well, incorporate physical activity into your daily routine.
- Remember to complete all of the activities outlined in the guidelines before taking the test.
- Stay well-hydrated, especially during workouts.
- Ensure you get sufficient vitamins and minerals from a well-rounded diet, or consider supplements if needed.
- Maintain a healthy diet rich in fresh fruits and juices. Detox your body to get rid of any harmful toxins and junk food.
- Recharge your body by getting at least 8 to 10 hours of quality sleep per night.
- Remember to incorporate rest days into your workout routine to prevent overtraining and reduce the risk of injuries.
