BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1167 Sub Inspector Posts in CAPFs

The Border Security Force (BSF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued a notification for the Sub-Inspector (GD) Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2026. This recruitment is being conducted for eligible serving personnel of BSF, CRPF, ITBP and SSB.

A total of 1,167 vacancies have been announced for the post of Sub Inspector (GD). Eligible departmental candidates can submit their applications online through the official BSF website. The online application process will begin on 12 November 2026 and continue until 31 December 2026.

Important: This is a departmental recruitment examination for eligible serving CAPF personnel, not an open recruitment for fresh candidates.

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Overview

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details and Qualification

A total of 1,167 vacancies have been distributed among four Central Armed Police Forces.

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the following conditions:

1. Must be serving eligible personnel of BSF, CRPF, ITBP or SSB in the prescribed ranks/categories.
2. Must have completed at least 4 years of regular service, including basic training.
3. Must possess a Degree from a recognized University or equivalent.
4. Must have the required Good APAR grading for the last five years.
5. Must have an unblemished service record.
6. Must fulfil the prescribed physical and medical standards.

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

• The crucial date for calculating age will be the closing date of the application.
• SC/ST candidates are eligible for 5 years of age relaxation as per Government of India rules.

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Physical Standards

Height and Chest Requirements

Female Height Requirements

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process will include the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT).
2. Physical Standard Test (PST).
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
4. Document Verification.
5. Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
6. Review Medical Examination (RME), as applicable.

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 CBT Examination Pattern

• Examination Duration: 3 Hours 30 Minutes.
• Examination Mode: Computer Based Test.
• Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions.
• Minimum qualifying marks: 45% in each part and 50% aggregate.
• SC/ST candidates will receive a 5% relaxation in qualifying marks.

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Important Documents

Candidates should arrange the following documents before applying:

1. Recent passport-size photograph (not older than 3 months).
2. Scanned signature.
3. Thumb impression.
4. Educational qualification certificates.
5. Matriculation and 10+2 certificates.
6. Graduation degree and marksheets.
7. Service-cum-Eligibility Certificate (Annexure III).
8. Candidate Undertaking (Annexure IV).
9. No Objection Certificate (Annexure V).
10. Caste Certificate, if applicable.
11. Medical Fitness Certificate.
12. Other relevant service and eligibility documents.

How to Apply for BSF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026

Eligible departmental candidates can complete the online application using the following steps:

1. Visit the official BSF website.
2. Open the SI LDCE Examination 2026 recruitment notification.
3. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) using your name, mobile number and email ID.
4. Log in using the Registration ID and password.
5. Select the relevant SI LDCE 2026 advertisement.
6. Fill in the application form with personal, service, educational and physical details.
7. Upload your photograph, signature, thumb impression and required certificates.
8. Upload the Service-cum-Eligibility Certificate, Undertaking and NOC in the prescribed format.
9. Review all the information before final submission.
10. Complete the applicable online fee payment, if required.
11. Download and save the submitted application form for future reference.

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