Short Detail:
Border Security Force (BSF) The written exam for the Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025 will be held on 02/12/2026. The recruitment covers 3,588 posts for male and female candidates in trades such as Cook, Sweeper, Tailor and Waiter. BSF will make the written admit card available from 17/11/2026. Candidates can use the official BSF candidate login in the Important Links table to download it once the link is active.
Border Security Force (BSF)
BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 25/07/2025
- Last Date To Apply: 23/08/2025
- Form Correction Date: 26/08/2025 to 28/08/2025 (11:00 PM)
- PET / PST Admit Card: 12/12/2025
- PET / PST Date: December 2025
- Written Admit Card Date: 17/11/2026
- Written Exam Date: 02/12/2026
Application Fees
- Gen / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- SC / ST: ₹0/-
- Female candidates of all categories: ₹0/-
- Pay online using a credit card, debit card or net banking.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 25/08/2025
- Min Age: 18 Years
- Max Age: 25 Years
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of “BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025”
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 3,588
| Candidates | Posts |
|---|---|
| Male | 3,406 |
| Female | 182 |
| Total | 3,588 |
Trade-Wise Posts for Male Candidates
| Trade | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobbler | 24 | 5 | 19 | 10 | 7 | 65 |
| Tailor | 7 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 18 |
| Carpenter | 16 | 3 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 38 |
| Plumber | 5 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Painter | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Electrician | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Cook | 566 | 140 | 400 | 236 | 120 | 1462 |
| Water Carrier | 262 | 64 | 191 | 116 | 66 | 699 |
| Washerman | 123 | 30 | 87 | 53 | 27 | 320 |
| Barber | 44 | 10 | 33 | 19 | 9 | 115 |
| Sweeper | 265 | 64 | 176 | 99 | 48 | 652 |
| Waiter | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13 |
| Pump Operator | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Upholsterer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Khoji | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Trade-Wise Posts for Female Candidates
| Trade | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobbler | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Carpenter | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tailor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Cook | 33 | 7 | 23 | 13 | 6 | 82 |
| Water Carrier | 15 | 3 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 38 |
| Washerman | 7 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 17 |
| Barber | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Sweeper | 14 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 35 |
Eligibility Details
- Pass Class 10 or an equivalent exam from a recognised board.
- Meet one of these trade requirements:
• 2 years of work experience in the relevant trade.
• A 1-year certificate course from an Industrial Training Institute (ITI) or vocational institute, plus 1 year of relevant work experience.
• A 2-year ITI diploma in the same or a similar trade.
Physical Eligibility
| Candidate | Measurement | SC / ST | Hilly Areas | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | Height | 162.5 cm | 165 cm | 167.5 cm |
| Male | Chest | 76–81 cm | 78–83 cm | 78–83 cm |
| Female | Height | 150 cm | 155 cm | 157 cm |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Details
| Candidates | Run | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 5 km | 24 minutes |
| Female | 1.6 km | 8 minutes 30 seconds |
Constable Tradesman: Salary Details
₹21,700–69,100 per month in Pay Level 3.
Important Links
| Download Written Admit Card | Link Active on 17/11/2026 |
| Download Written Exam Notice | Click Here |
| Download PET / PST Admit Card | Click Here |
| Edit Application Form (Closed) | Candidate Login |
| Apply Online (Closed) | Registration || Login |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Youtube Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Instagram Join | Click Here |
| Join Facebook Group | Click Here |
| Latest Update | Sarkari Result |
BSF Constable Tradesman 2025: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
| Stage | What Candidates Do |
|---|---|
| Physical tests (PET / PST) | Complete the run and meet the required height and chest standards, as applicable. |
| Written exam | Take the written test on 02/12/2026. |
| Document verification | Show original documents for checking. |
| Medical examination | Attend the medical fitness check. |
How to Download the Written Admit Card
- Open the BSF candidate login from Important Links.
- Sign in using the details asked for on the portal.
- Download the admit card and check your exam centre, reporting time and personal details.
- Print the card and carry it with a valid photo ID.
BSF Constable Tradesman 2025: Important Questions
When is the BSF Constable Tradesman written exam?
The written exam is on 2 December 2026. Check the admit card for your assigned exam centre, reporting time and the instructions you need to follow on exam day.
When will the BSF Constable Tradesman written admit card be available?
The card is scheduled to be available from 17 November 2026. Open the candidate login on the official BSF recruitment portal and sign in to download and print your card.
How many posts are in BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025?
There are 3,588 posts, including 3,406 for male candidates and 182 for female candidates. The trade tables show the posts listed for roles such as Cook, Sweeper and Tailor.
What is the age limit for BSF Constable Tradesman?
Candidates had to be at least 18 and no more than 25 years old as on 25 August 2025. The recruitment notification gives the age relaxation rules for eligible candidates.
What is the fee for BSF Constable Tradesman?
The application fee was ₹100 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC and ST candidates, and female candidates in all categories, were exempt. Credit card, debit card and net banking were accepted.
What is the pay for BSF Constable Tradesman?
The post is in Pay Level 3, with a pay scale of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100. This is the pay scale for the post. It is separate from the application fee.
