BSF Recruitment 2025: Massive Opportunity for 3,588 Constable Tradesman Posts — Apply from July 26

The Border Security Force (BSF) has released a short notification announcing a bumper recruitment drive for Constable Tradesman positions in 2025. A total of 3,588 vacancies are open for both male and female candidates across various trades such as Cobbler, Tailor, Carpenter, Electrician, Painter, Washerman, Barber, Sweeper, and more.

📅 Key Dates

• Application Start Date: July 26, 2025

• Application Deadline: August 25, 2025

• Notification Release Date: July 22, 2025

👥 Vacancy Distribution

• Total Posts: 3,588

  • Male Candidates: 3,406

  • Female Candidates: 182

These vacancies fall under the Constable (Tradesman) category and are trade-specific.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit:

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Maximum Age: 25 years (as on closing date)

• Relaxation in upper age limit as per government norms for reserved categories.

Educational Qualifications:

• For Trades like Carpenter, Plumber, Electrician, Painter, Pump Operator, Upholsterer:

  • Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board.

  • 2-year ITI certificate in the relevant trade OR

  • 1-year ITI certificate + 1 year of trade experience.

• For Trades like Cobbler, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, Sweeper, Cook, Water Carrier, etc.:

  • Matriculation or equivalent qualification.

  • Working knowledge of the trade.

  • Must qualify in the trade test conducted by the BSF Recruitment Board.

📝 Application Process

• Apply online via the official BSF website: www.bsf.gov.in

• Ensure that all documents (certificates, photo, ID proof) are scanned and ready before applying.

• Further details regarding selection procedure, PET/PST, and written exam will be provided in the detailed notification, expected soon on the BSF portal.

💰 Application Fee

• The fee must be paid online via net banking, UPI, debit/credit card, or other available modes.

• Exact fee details and exemptions will be mentioned in the final notification.

💵 Salary Details

• Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-3:
  ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month (as per 7th CPC)

⚠️ Important Notes

• Applications submitted after August 25 will not be accepted.

• Final notification will clarify:

  • Trade-wise syllabus

  • Physical standard test (PST) criteria

  • Medical exam process

  • Admit card dates

• Candidates must not carry restricted items like mobile phones or electronic devices to the exam venue.

This is an excellent opportunity for 10th pass candidates and those with ITI certifications to join a prestigious paramilitary force. If you're interested in government defense jobs, make sure to apply as soon as the window opens.