BSF: Date announced for Head Constable recruitment exam; CBT for 1,121 posts to be held on November 2..
The Border Security Force (BSF) has announced the date for the computer-based written examination for the posts of Head Constable (Radio Operator - RO) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic - RM) under the 2025 recruitment drive.
According to the official notice, the computer-based examination for these 1,121 vacancies will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026. The examinations for both posts will be conducted in separate shifts. Candidates must take note of the reporting time and the entry-closing time at the examination center, specific to their respective posts.
Complete Schedule for BSF Recruitment Examination
Details
Head Constable (Radio Operator - RO)
Head Constable (Radio Mechanic - RM)
Date of Examination
November 2, 2026
November 2, 2026
Shift
First
Second
Examination Timing
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Reporting Time
7:30 AM
11:30 AM
Entry-Closing Time
8:30 AM
12:30 PM
Candidates are advised to reach the examination center well before the reporting time. The notice does not confirm whether entry will be permitted after the entry-closing time; therefore, candidates should avoid the risk of arriving late.
When will the BSF Head Constable admit card be released?
According to the BSF notice, e-admit cards for the examination will be made available on October 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
Candidates will be able to download their admit cards from the BSF recruitment portal by visiting the official website: rectt.bsf.gov.in.
Information regarding the release of admit cards and the allocation of roll numbers will also be sent to the candidates' registered mobile numbers and email addresses.
Admit cards will not be sent by post.
How many admit cards will those who applied for both posts receive? The notice clarifies that candidates who have applied for both the 'Head Constable (Radio Operator)' and 'Head Constable (Radio Mechanic)' posts will be issued separate e-admit cards for each position. Therefore, such candidates should download both admit cards and verify the examination date, shift, and other details mentioned therein.
What should candidates do before the examination?
The BSF has advised candidates to carefully read the instructions regarding the online examination provided on the e-admit card. Ensure the following steps are completed before the examination:
Download the e-admit card from the official portal.
Verify the name, roll number, and examination center details printed on the admit card.
Take note of the reporting time and the time when entry will be closed.
Read the examination rules and instructions in advance.
Do not forget to carry your e-admit card to the examination center.
According to the notice, each candidate will be assigned a unique 'Computer-Based Examination Roll Number' in addition to their BSF roll number. This number will be mentioned on the e-admit card.
Where can candidates download the BSF recruitment examination admit card?
Candidates can download their admit cards from the official BSF recruitment portal: rectt.bsf.gov.in. A link to download the admit card will also be sent to the candidate's registered email address. Please note these two important dates:
October 22, 2026: E-admit cards will be released at 9:00 AM.
November 2, 2026: Computer-based examination for the posts of Radio Operator and Radio Mechanic.
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