Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released the official notification for Constable (Tradesmen) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive offers 9,195 vacancies across various trades including Cook, Water Carrier, Washer Man, Barber, Safai Karamchari, Carpenter, Painter, Tailor, Cobbler, Brass Band, Pipe Band, and Bugler. Eligible male and female candidates can apply online through the official CRPF recruitment portal.

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Trade-Wise Vacancy Details

The 9,195 vacancies are distributed across various trades. Candidates must possess the relevant trade skills and experience as specified for each trade. Here is the trade-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdown:

Job Description

CRPF Constable (Tradesmen) serve in the Central Reserve Police Force – India's largest Central Armed Police Force with over 3 lakh personnel. Selected candidates are deployed across the country for internal security, law and order maintenance, counter-insurgency operations, and election duties. Tradesmen perform their specialized trade duties alongside general paramilitary responsibilities.

Trade-Wise Job Responsibilities

• Cook: Responsible for preparing meals for battalion personnel in mess and field locations – Must know Indian cooking methods and nutritional requirements
• Water Carrier: Ensures supply of clean drinking water to troops in camp and operational areas – Maintains water storage and distribution
• Washer Man: Handles laundry and uniform maintenance for battalion personnel – Operates washing equipment and ensures hygiene standards
• Barber: Provides grooming services to personnel as per force regulations – Maintains barber shop equipment and hygiene
• Safai Karamchari: Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in barracks, mess, office buildings, and campus areas – Waste management duties
• Carpenter: Carries out carpentry and furniture maintenance work in battalion – Constructs and repairs wooden structures, doors, windows
• Painter: Handles painting, polishing, and finishing work for buildings and equipment – Sign board painting and maintenance
• Tailor: Undertakes stitching, alteration, and repair of uniforms and fabric items – Maintains sewing machines and tailoring equipment
• Cobbler: Repairs and maintains footwear for personnel – Works with leather and synthetic materials
• Brass Band: Plays musical instruments in the CRPF Brass Band during ceremonial parades, functions, and official events
• Pipe Band: Plays pipe band instruments during official parades and regimental ceremonies
• Bugler: Sounds bugle calls for routine battalion activities – Reveille, retreat, lights out, alarm calls
• Gardener (Mali): Maintains gardens, lawns, and green areas in CRPF campuses – Nursery management and horticulture
• Table Boy / Waiter: Serves in officers' mess and official dining facilities – Table setting and food service
• Garment Cleaner: Dry cleaning and special care of uniforms, ceremonial dresses, and sensitive garments

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification: Matriculation (10th Class) or equivalent from a recognized Board. Candidates must also possess proficiency in the relevant trade either through a recognized ITI certificate or 2 years of experience in the trade from a recognized firm/organization.
2. Age Limit: 18 to 23 years as on the closing date of application (25 February 2026). Candidates must have been born not earlier than 26 February 2003 and not later than 25 February 2008).
3. Nationality: Must be a citizen of India. Subjects of Nepal and Bhutan are also eligible.
4. Physical Standards: Must meet the prescribed physical standards for height, chest, and weight as per CRPF rules (detailed in Physical Standards section below).
5. Medical Standards: Must be medically fit as per CAPF medical standards. Should not have knock knees, flat foot, squint eyes, varicose veins, or any other medical condition that impairs duty performance.

Salary Details

CRPF Constable (Tradesmen) comes under the 7th Central Pay Commission with an attractive salary package. The salary includes Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and several CAPF-specific allowances. Posting location and city classification (X, Y, Z) affect the total in-hand salary.

Complete Salary Structure

Salary Components Explained

• Basic Pay: ₹21,700 at starting level as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 3 – increases with annual increments
• Dearness Allowance (DA): Currently ~50% of Basic Pay, revised twice yearly based on Consumer Price Index
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): X Cities (24%), Y Cities (16%), Z Cities (8%) of Basic Pay – accommodation provided in most CRPF stations
• Transport Allowance (TA): ₹3,600 to ₹7,200 depending on city classification and pay level
• Ration Money: Free ration provided in-kind or cash equivalent of approximately ₹3,600 per month
• CAPF Specific Allowances: Risk allowance, hard area allowance, counter-insurgency allowance, special duty allowance as applicable

Documents Required

Candidates must keep the following documents ready before starting the application process. These documents will be required at various stages of recruitment:

1. Matriculation (10th) Certificate: For date of birth and educational qualification verification (original and self-attested copy)
2. ITI Certificate / Trade Certificate: In the relevant trade from a recognized institution (if applicable)
3. Experience Certificate: 2 years experience certificate from a recognized firm/organization in the relevant trade (if not ITI qualified)
4. Caste Certificate: For SC/ST/OBC candidates (in prescribed format, issued by competent authority – must be recent, not older than 1 year for OBC)
5. EWS Certificate: Valid income and asset certificate issued by competent authority for the current financial year
6. PwD Certificate: If applicable, issued by Medical Board
7. Ex-Servicemen Certificate: Discharge certificate and undertaking as per prescribed format
8. Domicile Certificate: As proof of residence (for state-wise vacancy claims, if applicable)
9. No Objection Certificate (NOC): For government employees, from their employer
10. Passport Size Photograph: Recent color photograph (3.5cm x 4.5cm, JPEG format, 20KB-50KB)
11. Signature: Scanned image of signature (on white paper, black ink, JPEG format, 10KB-20KB)
12. Aadhaar Card: For identity verification (mandatory as per CRPF guidelines)
13. Valid Email ID and Mobile Number: For communication purposes – must remain active throughout the recruitment process

Application Fees

CRPF Constable Tradesmen 2026 Syllabus

The written examination for CRPF Constable Tradesmen consists of one Computer-Based Test (CBT). Understanding the complete syllabus is crucial for effective preparation. Here's the detailed syllabus:

Written Examination Syllabus (Computer-Based Test)

Selection Process

CRPF Constable Tradesmen 2026 selection process consists of multiple stages. Candidates must qualify in each stage to be eligible for the next. The complete selection process is as follows:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): Objective type written examination with 100 questions carrying 100 marks. Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Duration: 2 hours. Qualifying in nature – marks are counted for final merit.
2. Physical Standard Test (PST): Candidates who qualify the CBT are called for PST. Height, chest (for male), and weight measurements are checked against prescribed standards. Those who do not meet the standards are eliminated.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualifying in nature. Male candidates must complete a race (5 Km in 24 minutes), and female candidates must complete a race (1.6 Km in 8.5 minutes). No marks are awarded – only pass/fail.
4. Trade Test: Practical test to assess proficiency in the respective trade. Candidates must demonstrate practical skills in their chosen trade. This is a qualifying stage – minimum qualifying marks apply.
5. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear for document verification with all original documents, certificates, and self-attested copies. Any discrepancy leads to disqualification.
6. Medical Examination: Detailed medical examination as per CAPF medical standards. Includes eye sight test, blood test, urine test, X-ray, and general physical examination. Must be medically fit in all respects.
7. Final Merit List: Prepared based on CBT marks of candidates who qualify in all other stages. Separate merit lists for male and female candidates.

Physical Standards & PET

Meeting the prescribed physical standards is mandatory for CRPF Constable Tradesmen. Candidates who fail to meet these standards will be eliminated regardless of their written exam performance.

Physical Standard Test (PST) Requirements

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

How to Apply for CRPF Constable Tradesmen 2026

Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully submit your application:

1. Visit Official Website: Go to rect.crpf.gov.in and click on "New Registration" or "Apply Online" link for CRPF Constable Tradesmen 2026.
2. New Registration: Click on "Register Now" and fill in basic details like name, father's name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID. Note down your Registration Number and password carefully.
3. Upload Photograph and Signature: Upload your recent passport-size photograph and signature as per specified dimensions. Photograph must have white background, no cap/goggles. Signature must be in black ink on white paper.
4. Fill Application Form: Login using your Registration Number and password. Fill in all required details including personal information, educational qualifications, trade details, address, and category information.
5. Select Trade: Carefully select the trade you wish to apply for. You can apply for only one trade. Ensure you meet the specific qualification/experience requirement for that trade.
6. Fill Centre Preferences: Select your preferred examination centre cities. CRPF conducts CBT at multiple centres across India – choose centres convenient for you.
7. Preview and Verify: Review all entered details carefully before final submission. Use the "Preview" option to check for any errors. No changes can be made after final submission.
8. Pay Application Fee: If applicable, pay the fee through online mode (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI, BHIM UPI). Wait for payment confirmation before proceeding.
9. Final Submission: After successful fee payment, click on "Final Submit" button. Your application will be considered complete only after this step. No changes can be made after final submission.
10. Print Application: Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference. Save the PDF copy on your device. You will need the registration details for downloading admit card.