The Border Security Force (BSF) has invited online applications for BSF Group B & C Recruitment 2024 through Advertisement Number wing_ 01/2024 for the eligible and interested Male Indian citizens for 166 posts of SI (Master), SI (Engine Driver), HC (Master), HC (Engine Driver), HC (Workshop), and Constable (Crew). Interested and Eligible candidates can only apply online through the official website of Border Security Force (https://rectt.bsf.gov.in/).
Start Date for Online Application – 02.06.2024 (at 12:01 AM)
Last Date for Online Application – 01.07.2024 (at 11:59 PM)
If you are applying for SI (Master), SI (Engine Driver), HC (Master), HC (Engine Driver), HC (Workshop), and Constable (Crew), make sure you fulfil the required qualifications as per the official details asked by the Border Security Force listed below in brief.
BSF Group B & C Recruitment 2024 Vacancy & Pay Scale:
| Post | Vacancy | Pay Scale |
| SI (Master) | 07 (UR- 02, EWS – 01, OBC – 01, SC – 02, ST – 01) | ₹ 35,400/- to ₹1,12,400/- (level – 6) |
| SI (Engine Driver) | 04 (OBC – 01, SC – 02, ST – 01) | |
| HC (Master) | 39 (UR – 15, EWS – 11, OBC – 02, SC – 01, ST –06) Ex-Servicemen Quota – 04 (UR- 02, EWS – 01, ST – 01) | ₹ 25,500/- to ₹81,100/- (level – 4) |
| HC (Engine Driver) | 57 (UR – 25, EWS – 11, OBC – 13, SC – 02, ST –06) Ex-Servicemen Quota – 05 (UR- 02, EWS – 01, OBC – 01, ST – 01) | |
| HC (Workshop) | 13 (UR – 05, OBC – 06, SC – 01, ST – 01) Ex-Servicemen Quota – 01 (OBC – 01) | |
| Constable (Crew) | 46 (UR – 16, EWS – 03, OBC – 15, SC – 08, ST –04) Ex-Servicemen Quota – 06 (UR- 02, OBC – 02, SC – 02) | ₹ 21,700/- to 69,100/- (level – 3) |
BSF Group B & C Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The Education and Technical qualification:
| Post | Education & Technical Qualification | Age Limit (as of 01.07.2024) |
| SI (Master) | 10+2 (or its equivalent) And 2nd Class Masters certificate (issued by Central/State Inland Water Transport Authority or Mercantile Marine Department) | 22 – 28 Years |
| SI (Engine Driver) | 10 +2 (or its equivalent) And 1st Class Engine Driver Certificate (issued by Central/State Inland Water Transport Authority or Mercantile Marine Department) | 22 – 28 Years |
| HC (Master) | Matriculation or equivalent And Serang Certificate | 20 – 25 Years |
| HC (Engine Driver) | Matriculation or equivalent And Possessing 2nd Class Engine Driver Certificate | 20 – 25 Years |
| HC (Workshop) | Matriculation or equivalent And Industrial Training Institute Diploma | 20 – 25 Years |
| Constable (Crew) | Matriculation or equivalent And 1 year experience in operating Boat below 265 HP And Should know swimming in deep water without assistance | 20 – 25 Years |
Age Relaxation:
| Categories | Age Relaxation |
| SC, ST | 05 Years |
| OBC | 03 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | 03 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 06 (03 + 03) Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 08 (03 + 05) Years |
Note: According to the official notification the Age of candidates will be determined based on Date of Birth as recorded in their matriculation / secondary certificate or equivalent certificate.
BSF Group B & C Recruitment 2024 Selection Process
According to the official notification of BSF Group B and Group C Recruitment 2024, the selection process includes the following phases:
1st Phase (Written Examination):
The written examination will be concluded by the BSF at the selected examination centres on the fixed date and time communicated to the candidates through e-admit cards.
- No. of Paper – 1
- Time Duration – 2 Hours
- Type of Paper – MCQ on OMR-based answer sheet.
- Question Language – Bilingual (i.e English & Hindi)
Syllabus for SI (Master & Engine Driver):
| Subject | Marks (No. of Questions) |
| General knowledge & Awareness | 25 Marks (25 Questions) |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 Marks (25 Questions) |
| Numerical Ability | 25 Marks (25 Questions) |
| Trade Awareness | 25 Marks (25 Questions) |
| Total | 100 marks (100 Questions) |
| Subject | Marks (No. of Questions) |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 35 Marks (35 Questions) |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 Marks (35 Questions) |
| Numerical Ability | 30 Marks (30 Questions) |
| Total | 100 Marks (100 Questions) |
- UR, EWS and OBC Category– 35%
- SC & ST Category– 33%
Second Phase Examination:
Those candidates who will successfully clear the 1st Phase (Written Examination) will appear before the BSF Selection Board at designated Water Wing Establishments for the Physical Standard Test, Physical Efficiency Test, Documentation, Tade Test and Medical Examination:
Physical Standard Test (PST):
Physical Standard Test (PST):
Documentation:
Candidates must produce the following original testimonials and certificates at the centre during documentation:
- Age Proof
- All education and technical qualification
- Caste Certificate
- Experience Certificate
- Relaxation in PST etc.
Trade Test:
Medical Examination:
Those candidates who will successfully qualify the Written Test, PST, PET, Documentation and Trade Test will be called to undergo Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
BSF Group B & C Recruitment 2024 Application Fees:
Border Security Force (BSF) Group B and Group C Recruitment 2024 application fees and payment mode for the applying candidates are as follows:
| Post Name | Fees |
| SI (Master / Engine Driver) | ₹200 (Rupees Two Hundred Only) |
| HC (Master / Engine Driver / Workshop) and Constable (Crew) | ₹100 (Rupees One Hundred Only) |
₹ 47.20/- as Service charges will be charged by the Common Service Center (CSC) from all candidates including the exempted category.
Candidates belonging to SC, ST, BSF Serving Personal & Ex-Serviceman are exempted from payment of examination fees.
Payment Mode:
- Net-Banking
- Credit/Debit Card of any bank
- Nearest Common Service Center
BSF Group B & C Recruitment 2024 How to Apply:
Eligible and interested candidates can apply for Border Security Force (BSF) Group B and Group C Post 2024 through the official BSF website (https://rectt.bsf.gov.in/). The applications will only be accepted through online mode.
Step-by-Step Process:
Step 1: Visit the official website and fill out the online one-time registration form with a valid email ID and mobile no. After filling out the One-Time Registration it is advised to note down the Registration ID and Password.
Step 2: Now log in and click “Apply Here” to fill in all the required details.
Step 3: Upload the required documents and submit them.
Step 4: Pay Application Fees (if applicable).
Step 5: Take the printout of the Application and receipt of payment for future reference.
Documents required:
- Candidate must have a valid Email ID and Mobile Number for registration.
- Recent Passport Size Photograph (Uploading Max Size – 50 KB)
- Signature (Uploading Max Size – 50 KB)
- Thumb Impression (Uploading Max Size – 50 KB)
- Other Supporting Documents (Credential and Certificates) (Uploading Max Size – 100 KB)
- All the uploading file formats must be in – .jpeg, .jpg or .png.
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