The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released a recruitment Notification on 08 April’ 2026, for the post of Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) total 9,175 vacancies (Male – 9096 and Female – 79) . Male and female candidates who have qualification of Matriculation (10th pass) or specific Technical Qualifications are eligible to apply. The selected candidates for this post will be paid salary of Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100).
🔥 Latest Update: CRPF has started application from 20 April 2026 for 9195 posts. This post has been cross-verified with the Advertisement Notice dated 08 April 2026.
Candidates from all over India, including regional areas like Sikkim ,Siliguri, Darjeeling, and Kolkata, should also apply as total vacancy for West Bengal is 748 and Sikkim is 7. We strongly advise candidates to read this article very carefully and cross-verify the official notification at https://recruitment.crpf.gov.in before applying to ensure they meet all the physical and educational standards. There are pdfs for both Hindi and English at official website.
Quick Summary of Tradesman Vacancy 2026
| Category | Details |
| Organization | Central Reserve Police Force |
| Name of the Post | Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer Posts : Mason & Electrician) |
| Total Vacancy | 9,195 (9,175 Tradesmen + 20 Pioneer) |
| Salary/Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Pay Level-3) |
| Additional Salary benefits | As per Central Government Rules |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Eligibility | Matriculation (10th pass) jobs + ITI/Driving License (Trade Dependent) |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT), Physical Standards (PST/PET), Trade Test, and Medical |
| Place of Posting | Anywhere in India |
| Government / Private Job | Government Sector (Ministry of Home Affairs) |
| Last Date of Online Application | 19th of May 2026 |
| Who can apply | Both Fresher and Experienced (as per trade) |
| Date of Examination | To be notified on the website |
The Central Reserve Police Force is India’s largest Central Armed Police Force under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Its mission is to maintain internal security, counter insurgency, and uphold the rule of law across the nation. Candidates will report to the Directorate General based in New Delhi, working within a highly disciplined and prestigious environment. To learn more about our commitment to career growth and national service, visit the About Us page.
CRPF Apply Online Date
The online application has already started from April 20 , candidates have exactly 29 days to apply for this vacancies. The recruitment trend for 2026 shows that portals often slow down in the final days. Having tracked CRPF recruitments since 2011, we’ve noticed that technical glitches usually occur 3 days before the deadline. We recommend our readers in Sikkim and Darjeeling apply by May 10th.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 8th of April 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20th of April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 19th of May 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | At least one week before exams |
Vacancy Details & Salary | Tradesman Vacancy 2026
The CRPF Vacancy 2026 is for technical driving and other traditional trades like cooking and masonry. Each post has security of a government pay scale .
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Pay Scale |
| Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) | 9,175 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Constable (Pioneer Wing) | 20 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
State-Wise Vacancy Details for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen)
| State / UT | Total Vacancies (Male) |
| Andaman & Nicobar (UT) | 1 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 504 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 20 |
| Assam | 286 |
| Bihar | 694 |
| Chandigarh (UT) | 7 |
| Chhattisgarh | 205 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli (UT) | 1 |
| Delhi (UT) | 114 |
| Goa | 16 |
| Gujarat | 449 |
| Haryana | 152 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 42 |
| Jammu & Kashmir (UT) | 167 |
| Jharkhand | 255 |
| Karnataka | 466 |
| Kerala | 304 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 449 |
| Maharashtra | 680 |
| Manipur | 47 |
| Meghalaya | 52 |
| Mizoram | 14 |
| Nagaland | 86 |
| Odisha | 286 |
| Puducherry (UT) | 11 |
| Punjab | 243 |
| Rajasthan | 430 |
| Sikkim | 7 |
| Tamil Nadu | 673 |
| Telangana | 353 |
| Tripura | 46 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,215 |
| Uttarakhand | 73 |
| West Bengal | 748 |
| Total Vacancies | West Bengal 748 Total Vacancies Male – 9096 and Female – 79 |
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- Female Vacancies: 79 vacancies reserved for female candidates across various states.
- Pioneer Wing: There are 20 vacancies (Mason and Electrician) which are filled on an All India Basis rather than state-wise
- Domicile Requirement: Candidates must apply for the vacancies in their home state and must produce a valid Domicile/Permanent Resident Certificate during document verification
- Ex-Servicemen: 10% of vacancies are earmarked for Ex-servicemen (ESM).
- Gorkha Certificate : Candidates belonging to Gorkha Community should produce Gorkha Certificates.
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, you should ensure that you meet the strict Physical and Educational requirements .
- Educational Qualification:
- Driver: Minimum Matriculation (10th) + Heavy Transport Vehicle Driving License.
- Mechanic Motor Vehicle: 10th Pass + 2 years ITI Certificate in the respective trade.
- Tradesmen/Pioneer: Matriculation (10th) pass; preference for ITI certificate holders in Masonry or Electrician trades.
- Age Criteria & Relaxations for Tradesmen ( Cut-off Date 01-01-2026):
- Driver: 21 to 27 years (Born between 2nd of January 1999 and 1st of January 2005).
- Other Trades: 18 to 23 years (Born between 2nd of January 2003 and 1st of January 2008).
- Relaxation: SC/ST gets 5 years, and OBC gets 3 years beyond the upper limit.
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Our analysis & Advice for Candidate
Candidates who have good skills and experience will have good chance for posts like Drivers, Cooks, and Mechanics where the Trade Test is one of the important criteria for selection. Male – 9096 and Female – 79 vacancies , the difficulty level is moderate for men and very high for women candidates by the state-wise vacancy distribution, but competition in states like Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal very high. Current recruitment trends show a shift toward highly digitalized testing using RFID and normalized CBT scores, so candidates must be familiar with new examination patterns and styles. If you are looking for a combat jobs with high career value and long-term government security, this will be the best.
Syllabus & Computer Based Exam Pattern | CRPF Recruitment
The competition for CRPF 2026 will be high due to limited seats in specific trades and states. The Computer Based Test (CBT) consists of 100 objective questions to be completed in 2 hours.
- General Intelligence and Reasoning: 25 Questions / 25 Marks.
- General Knowledge and Awareness: 25 Questions / 25 Marks.
- Elementary Mathematics: 25 Questions / 25 Marks.
- English/Hindi Comprehension: 25 Questions / 25 Marks.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
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Selection Process | Constable Jobs 2026
Competition will be high due to limited seats in some states, and candidates must pass every stage to be considered.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Race (e.g., 5 Kms in 24 mins for Male Drivers).
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Measurement of Height and Chest.
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective exam (Matriculation level).
- Trade Test: Practical assessment of the specific skill (50 Marks; 20 to qualify).
- Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final check of original certificates and fitness.
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the fee online to ensure their application is not rejected.
- General, EWS, and OBC (Male): ₹100.
- SC, ST, Female (All categories), and Ex-Servicemen: ₹0 (Exempted).
- Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, UPI, or Debit/Credit Cards.
How to Apply – Quick guidelines
Follow these steps carefully to submit your application on the official portal.
- Visit the Website: Go to www.rect.crpf.gov.in.
- Registration: Enter your Name, Mobile Number, and Email to get your Login ID and Password.
- Fill Application: Re-login and enter personal, address, and qualification details.
- Upload Documents: Upload a scanned Passport Photo (50-100 KB) and Signature in JPG format.
- Fee Payment: Pay the ₹100 fee if applicable and submit the form.
- Printout: Save and print the final application form for future reference.
Tradesmen and Pioneer 2026 Notification Apply Link
Candidates can apply through the official website link provided below.
| Resource | Link |
| Download Official Notification PDF (Post Reference) | Official Notification |
| Apply Link | Apply Online Link |
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FAQs (Constable Technical & Tradesmen 2026)
Can I apply for more than one trade in this recruitment?
No, one candidate is only allowed to apply for one post in each category (Technical/Tradesmen or Pioneer). If multiple applications are detected for the same category, they will all be rejected.
Is there any relaxation in height for candidates from Darjeeling?
Yes, candidates hailing from the Gorkha Territorial Administration (GTA), including sub-divisions like Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Kurseong. Unlike the SSC GD height requirement of 170cm, Gorkha candidates here get a significant relaxation to 157cm, making this a prime opportunity for local youth
What happens if I don’t have the date printed on my photograph?
Your application will be summarily rejected. The notification strictly requires that the photograph must not be more than three months old and the date of taking the photo must be clearly printed on it.
Is the Trade Test marks included in the final merit list?
No, the Trade Test is qualifying in nature. You must secure at least 20 out of 50 marks to pass, but the final selection is based primarily on your performance in the Computer Based Test (CBT).
Are Persons with Disabilities (PWD) eligible for these posts?
No, these combat posts are not identified as suitable for persons with disabilities (HH, OH, VH, or Autism), so they need not apply
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