BSF Head Constable RO And RM Recruitment 2025: Check Complete Details!
The Border Security Force (BSF) is offering an excellent opportunity for Indian citizens (both male and female) to join as Head Constables (Radio Operator) and Head Constables (Radio Mechanic) in the BSF Communication Setup for 2025. A total of 1121 vacancies are available. These Group 'C', Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial combatised posts are initially temporary but likely to become permanent.
Important Dates 🗓️
| Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | August 24, 2025 | 11:00 PM |
| Online Application Last Date | September 23, 2025 | 11:59 PM |
Vacancy Details 💺
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| HC (RO) | 910 |
| HC (RM) | 211 |
Note: This includes departmental vacancies also.
Eligibility Criteria 📝
Eligibility Requirements
Ensure you meet all the eligibility criteria before applying. Age limit: 18-25 years as on September 23, 2025.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (Radio Operator) | 10th passed OR equivalent and 2 years ITI in Radio and Television/Electronics/ Computer Operator & Programming Assistant /Data Preparation/etc. OR 12th or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. |
| Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) | 10th passed OR equivalent and 2 years ITI in Radio and Television/Electronics/ Fitter/ Computer Operator & Programming Assistant /Data Preparation/etc. OR 12th or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. |
Age Limit & Relaxation
Minimum age: 18 years. Maximum age: 25 years (as on 23-09-2025). Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
Salary Details 💰
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (RO/RM) | Level 4 | Rs. 25,500 - Rs. 81,100 (as per 7th Pay Commission) |
Additional Benefits
Selected candidates will also receive Dearness Allowance, Ration Money Allowance, Dress Allowance, Special Compensatory Allowance (if posted in specified border areas), free uniform, free accommodation or HRA, Transport Allowance, LTC, and other allowances as per BSF rules.
Selection Process ⚙️
Selection Stages
The selection process includes Physical Test (PST & PET), Written Exam (CBT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Physical Standards Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Qualifying in nature. Includes race, long jump, and high jump. |
| Written Exam (Computer Based Test) | 100 (200 marks) Objective type questions. Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. |
| Document Verification | Verification of original documents. |
| Detailed Medical Examination | As per BSF standards. |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Details
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 Km Race | 6 ½ Minutes | - |
| 800 Mtrs Race | - | 4 minutes |
| Long Jump | 11 Feet (3 chances) | 9 Feet (3 chances) |
| High Jump | 03½ Feet (3 chances) | 03 Feet (3 chances) |
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Gen/OBC/EWS | 38% |
| SC/ST | 33% |
| CA | 20% |
Application Process ✍️
- Visit the official BSF Recruitment website.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Register and create an account, if you are a new user.
- Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the application form for future reference.
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Application Fee 💸
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST/Female | Rs. 00/- (Exempted) |
Payment can be made online through Credit Card/ Debit Card/ Net Banking.
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Short Q&A 🤔
Q: When does the online application start? A: The online application starts on August 24, 2025.
Q: What is the age limit for this recruitment? A: The age limit is 18-25 years as on September 23, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.
Q: What is the selection process for BSF Head Constable RO/RM? A: The selection process includes a Physical Test (PST & PET), Written Exam (Computer Based Test), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q: What is the application fee for General category candidates? A: The application fee for General/ EWS/ OBC candidates is Rs. 100/-. SC/ ST candidates and all category females are exempted from the fee.