The Border Security Force (BSF) has released the official notification for BSF Head Constable Recruitment 2025. This recruitment drive offers 1,121 vacancies for the posts of Head Constable in Radio Operator (RO) and Radio Mechanic (RM) trades across India.
In this article, you will find complete details about the BSF Head Constable Vacancy 2025, such as eligibility criteria, post-wise vacancies, important dates, application process, selection procedure, exam pattern, Salary, and official links.
Educational Qualification: 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics (PCM) with at least 60% marks, OR 10th pass + ITI (2 years) in relevant trade.
Nationality: Indian citizen as per rules.
Other Requirements: Must meet physical standards & medical fitness norms of BSF.
₹40,000 – ₹45,000 (depending on posting & allowances)
BSF Head Constable Selection Process
Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Objective-type questions
Document Verification
Skill Test(dictation & paragraph reading for RO)
Medical Examination
BSF Head Constable PST and PET
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Category
Height (cm)
Chest (cm)
Weight
Male
168
80 (min) – 85 (expanded)
Proportionate to height & age
Female
157
NA
Proportionate to height & age
📌 Relaxation in height/chest is applicable for certain categories/regions as per BSF rules.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Gender
Event
Standard
Attempts
Male
Race
1.6 km in 6 min 30 sec
1
Long Jump
11 feet
3
High Jump
3½ feet
3
Female
Race
800 meters in 4 min
1
Long Jump
9 feet
3
High Jump
3 feet
3
BSF Head Constable Exam Pattern 2025
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes)
Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Marking Scheme: Each question carries 1 mark
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Languages: Hindi & English (except English language section)
Qualifying Marks: Minimum 35% for unreserved, 33% for reserved categories (as per official norms)
Subject-wise Marks and Sections
Subject
Questions
Marks
English / Hindi Language
20
20
General Intelligence
20
20
Numerical Aptitude
20
20
Clerical Aptitude
20
20
Basic Computer Knowledge
20
20
Total
100
100
FAQs – BSF Head Constable Vacancy 2025
What is BSF Head Constable Recruitment 2025?
It’s a central armed police force recruitment to fill 1121 posts of Head Constable (RO & RM) in the Border Security Force across India.
When can I apply for BSF Head Constable 2025?
Online applications are open from 24 August 2025 to 23 September 2025 through the official BSF recruitment website.
What is the selection process for BSF HC Recruitment 2025?
Selection includes PST & PET, Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, Skill Test (for specific trades), and Medical Examination.
What are the eligibility criteria for BSF Head Constable 2025?
You must have a 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (60% marks) OR 10th pass with 2-year ITI in the related trade, along with meeting BSF’s physical and medical standards.
How many vacancies are available in the BSF HC Recruitment 2025?
A total of 1121 vacancies are announced — 910 for Head Constable (Radio Operator) and 211 for Head Constable (Radio Mechanic).
