The Border Security Force (BSF) has released the recruitment notification for 3,588 Constable (Tradesman) posts for both male and female candidates. Online application starts from 25 July 2025 and will remain open till 23 August 2025.
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BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025 : Overview
| Organization | Border Security Force (BSF) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Constable (Tradesman) – Male & Female |
| Total Vacancies | 3588 |
| Job Category | Defence – Group C Non-Gazetted |
| Location | All India |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Physical Standards Test (PST) | Height, Chest, Weight Measurement |
| 2️⃣ Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Race (1.6 km), Long Jump, High Jump |
| 3️⃣ Written Exam | OMR Based MCQ Paper |
| 4️⃣ Trade Test | Practical Skill Evaluation (for applied trade) |
| 5️⃣ Medical Examination | As per BSF standards |
📝 Exam Pattern – BSF Constable Tradesman
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness/Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| Analytical Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Basic English/Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- 📋 Type: OMR Based (Offline)
- 🕒 Duration: 2 Hours
- ❌ Negative Marking: No
📚 Syllabus – BSF Tradesman Exam 2025
📘 General Awareness
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Indian History, Geography, Polity
- Sports, Culture, Awards
- Defence & BSF-related topics
📘 Elementary Mathematics
- Number System, Simplification
- Percentages, Profit & Loss
- Ratio & Proportion, Time & Work
- Mensuration, Simple Interest
📘 Analytical Aptitude
- Coding-Decoding, Blood Relation
- Venn Diagram, Series, Classification
- Direction Test, Syllogism
- Number and Alphabet Series
📘 English/Hindi Language
- Comprehension
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Sentence Correction
- Fill in the Blanks, One-word Substitution
🔗 Important Links:
| Apply Online | CLICK HERE |
| Join GovFormhub Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
❓ FAQs – BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2025
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is ITI compulsory for all trades? | For some trades, yes; others require only skill performance |
| What is the exam medium? | English and Hindi both |
| Will there be any interview? | No interview, only skill/trade test |
| Can female candidates apply? | Yes, in notified trades |
| Is there a negative marking in exam? | ❌ No negative marking |
🔑 Extra Tips for Cracking BSF Tradesman Exam
- 📘 Focus on 10th level Math and Reasoning
- 🧠 Practice daily current affairs – BSF & Defence News
- 🔧 Learn and polish your trade skill – practical test is crucial
- 🏃♂️ Get physically fit for PST & PET – practice daily
- 📊 Attempt BSF mock tests available online
📅 Last Week Preparation Strategy
| Day | Plan |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Revise General Awareness (Static + Current) |
| Day 2 | Practice 50 MCQs of Math + Aptitude |
| Day 3 | Focus on English/Hindi Grammar + Vocab |
| Day 4 | Solve 1 full mock test + review errors |
| Day 5 | Revise key formulas + tricky MCQs |
| Day 6 | Light trade practice + fitness test mock |
| Day 7 | Relaxation + revision of short notes + Document checklist ready |