CRPF has issued the 2026 advertisement notice for recruitment to Constable posts under the Technical, Tradesmen and Pioneer categories. The notice is dated 8 April 2026 and sets the online application period from 20 April 2026 to 19 May 2026. This is a large recruitment cycle with 9195 total vacancies and a domicile-based pattern for most Technical and Tradesmen posts.
The official notice makes an important distinction in the vacancy total. Out of the 9195 posts, 9175 are for Constable (Technical and Tradesmen) and 20 are for Constable (Pioneer). The Technical and Tradesmen vacancies are largely state or UT based, while Pioneer Wing posts are to be filled on an all-India basis. The recruitment process includes PET, PST, Computer Based Test, Trade or Skill Test, document verification, and medical examination.
This article focuses only on what applicants usually need to act on the notice: application dates, vacancy breakup, age and qualification rules, physical standards, exam pattern, fee, and the online application steps. Wherever the official notice is specific, the details are stated directly. Where the CRPF has not yet announced a separate schedule, such as exact exam dates or admit card dates, that is clearly identified as not yet announced.
CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026 Overview
CRPF has invited online applications for Constable posts under the Technical, Tradesmen and Pioneer categories for 2026. The recruitment notice states that applications will be accepted online only and that the recruitment will be conducted on a domicile-based pattern for Technical and Tradesmen posts.
The examination process includes Physical Efficiency Test, Physical Standard Test, Computer Based Test, Trade or Skill Test, document verification and medical examination. The final result will be based on performance in the Computer Based Test, subject to qualifying the required physical, trade, document and medical stages.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement notice date | 08 April 2026 |
| Online application start date | 20 April 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 19 May 2026 |
| Last date for online fee payment | 19 May 2026 |
| Admit card release | Not yet announced |
| PET, PST, CBT and other stage dates | To be notified on the CRPF website |
CRPF has not released a separate schedule for PET, PST, CBT, Trade Test or medical stages in the accessible notice text. Candidates will need to check the recruitment portal regularly for stage-wise updates.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) - Male | 9096 |
| Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) - Female | 79 |
| Constable (Pioneer) - Male | 20 |
| Total | 9195 |
The notice states that Technical and Tradesmen vacancies are filled state or UT wise, while Pioneer Wing vacancies are filled on an all-India basis.
| Pioneer Wing Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mason | 13 |
| Electrician | 7 |
The Technical and Tradesmen category includes posts such as Driver, Barber, Bugler, Cobbler, Cook, Carpenter, Gardener or Mali, Motor Mechanic Vehicle, Painter, Safai Karamchari, Tailor, Water Carrier, Washerman, Brass Band and Pipe Band. The notice also says the vacancies are tentative and any change will be notified through the CRPF website.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be Indian citizens. For Technical and Tradesmen posts, recruitment is tied to the candidate's domicile state or UT, and the relevant domicile or permanent residence certificate has to match the state or UT entered in the online form. Pioneer Wing posts are open on an all-India basis.
| Trade Group | Age Limit as on 01 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Constable Driver | 21 to 27 years |
| Motor Mechanic Vehicle, Cobbler, Carpenter, Tailor, Brass Band, Pipe Band, Gardener, Bugler, Painter, Cook, Barber, Washerman or Washerwoman, Water Carrier, Safai Karamchari, Mason, Plumber and Electrician | 18 to 23 years |
Age relaxation is available as per the notice for SC, ST, OBC, Ex-servicemen and certain other notified categories. The notice also says these posts are not identified as suitable for persons with benchmark disabilities under the listed disability categories.
Educational Qualification and Trade Requirements
| Post Group | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Driver | Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board or university, plus Heavy Transport Vehicle driving licence and qualifying driving test at recruitment stage |
| Motor Mechanic Vehicle | Matriculation or 10th pass in 10+2 system, plus 2-year ITI certificate in Mechanic Motor Vehicle with 1 year practical experience, or 3-year apprenticeship certificate in the trade with 1 year practical experience |
| All other Tradesmen | Minimum matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board or university, or equivalent Army qualification for ex-Army personnel, along with proficiency in the respective trade |
| Pioneer Wing Mason or Electrician | Matriculation or equivalent, plus 1 year experience in masonry or electrician trade; preference for recognized ITI trade certificate holders |
The notice specifies that the required qualification must have been acquired by the cut-off date. Candidates called for document verification will have to produce original proof of qualification.
PET and Physical Standards
The PET and PST are qualifying stages. Only candidates who clear the PET will move to the Physical Standard Test.
| Trade Group | Male PET | Female PET |
|---|---|---|
| Driver, Motor Mechanic Vehicle, Gardener, Painter, Carpenter, Brass Band, Pipe Band, Cobbler, Tailor and Bugler | 5 km in 24 minutes | 1.6 km in 8.30 minutes |
| Cook, Water Carrier, Barber, Hair Dresser, Washerman or Washerwoman and Safai Karamchari | 1.6 km in 10 minutes | 1.6 km in 12 minutes |
| Pioneer Wing Mason and Electrician | 1.6 km in 9 minutes | Not applicable as Pioneer vacancies are male only in this notice |
| Physical Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height | Male 170 cm minimum, Female 157 cm minimum, with relaxation for specified categories |
| Chest | Male 80 cm unexpanded with 5 cm minimum expansion; no chest measurement for female candidates |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards |
The notice provides category-specific relaxations in height and chest for certain Scheduled Tribe candidates, candidates from notified regions and other listed groups. Ex-servicemen are exempt from PET but still have to appear in PST for recording of measurements and must qualify the CBT, Trade or Skill Test and medical examination.
Computer Based Test Pattern and Syllabus
The Computer Based Test consists of one objective paper with 100 questions for 100 marks. The duration is 2 hours. The test will be conducted in English and Hindi only, and the questions will be of matriculation level.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge and General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| English or Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. The syllabus areas named in the notice are reasoning, general awareness, elementary mathematics, and basic English or Hindi comprehension.
Trade Test, Document Verification and Final Merit
Candidates who qualify PET and PST will be shortlisted for the Computer Based Test. Candidates who clear the required CBT threshold will move to the Trade or Skill Test, document verification and medical examination.
| Stage Detail | Rule in Notice |
|---|---|
| Trade or Skill Test | Practical and qualifying in nature |
| Trade Test Marks | 50 marks total, minimum 20 marks required to qualify |
| Document Verification | Original eligibility and category documents checked by CRPF |
| Medical Stage | DME followed by RME for eligible unfit cases as per notice |
| CBT Shortlisting Threshold | Marks Required |
|---|---|
| CT Technical and Tradesmen - UR | 30% |
| CT Technical and Tradesmen - EWS or OBC | 25% |
| CT Technical and Tradesmen - All other categories | 20% |
| CT Pioneer Wing - UR | 35% |
| CT Pioneer Wing - SC or ST or OBC or EWS | 33% |
The final selection will be based on normalized marks in the Computer Based Test, subject to qualifying PET, PST, Trade Test, document verification and medical examination.
Application Fee and How to Apply Online
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Male candidates of General, EWS and OBC categories | Rs. 100 |
| SC, ST, Ex-servicemen and all female candidates | No fee |
The notice says the fee can be paid online through BHIM, UPI, net banking, major debit and credit cards, and CSC Wallet.
- Visit the CRPF recruitment portal.
- Open the Constable Technical, Tradesmen and Pioneer Recruitment 2026 application.
- Register and fill in personal, domicile, category and trade details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the fee if applicable.
- Submit the form and keep a printout or saved copy for reference.
The notice says only one online application is allowed. It also states that a candidate may apply for one post in each category, namely Technical and Tradesmen and Pioneer, and should indicate preference carefully in the application as instructed.
Important Instructions and What Is Still Awaited
- Admit cards for every stage will be available online only and will not be sent by post.
- Candidates should regularly check the CRPF recruitment portal for PET, PST, CBT and other stage updates.
- The notice says vacancies are tentative and may change.
- For Technical and Tradesmen posts, the domicile or permanent residence certificate must match the state or UT selected in the form.
- Selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India.
- No provision for re-evaluation or re-checking of CBT scores is mentioned.
At the time of writing, CRPF has not separately announced the exact PET, PST, CBT, admit card or final result dates for this recruitment cycle. Applicants should rely on the official recruitment portal for those updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
The total is 9195 posts, which includes 9175 Constable Technical and Tradesmen posts and 20 Pioneer Wing posts.
What are the online application dates for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
The online application window is from 20 April 2026 to 19 May 2026.
What is the age limit for CRPF Constable Tradesman 2026?
For Driver it is 21 to 27 years as on 1 January 2026. For most other listed trades it is 18 to 23 years as on the same date.
What is the qualification required for CRPF Constable Tradesman posts?
Most trades require matriculation or equivalent, while Driver requires matriculation plus Heavy Transport Vehicle licence, and Motor Mechanic Vehicle requires matriculation plus trade-specific ITI or apprenticeship qualification with experience.
What is the application fee for CRPF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
Male candidates of General, EWS and OBC categories have to pay Rs. 100. SC, ST, Ex-servicemen and all female candidates are exempt.
What is the selection process for CRPF Constable Tradesman 2026?
The process includes PET, PST, Computer Based Test, Trade or Skill Test, document verification and medical examination.
Is there negative marking in the CRPF Constable Tradesman CBT?
Yes. The notice states that 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Has CRPF announced the exam date for Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
No separate exam date is announced in the notice. Stage-wise dates are to be notified on the CRPF recruitment portal.