The Border Security Force (BSF) has announced the Computer-Based Test (CBT) date for Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) Recruitment 2025. The examination is scheduled for 2 November 2026, with the two posts appearing in separate shifts.

Candidates can download their e-admit cards from the official BSF recruitment portal starting 22 October 2026 at 9:00 AM. Check the exam timings, vacancy details, eligibility criteria and admit card download process below.

BSF HC RO RM Exam Date 2026: Overview

Particular	Details
Organization	Border Security Force (BSF)
Posts	Head Constable (RO) and Head Constable (RM)
Recruitment	BSF Communication Set-Up Recruitment 2025
Total Vacancies	1,121
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test
Exam Date	2 November 2026
Admit Card Release	22 October 2026, 9:00 AM
Salary	₹25,500–₹81,100 (Pay Level 4)
Official Website	rectt.bsf.gov.in

BSF HC RO RM Exam Schedule 2026

Both examinations will take place on 2 November 2026, but the shift depends on the post.

Post	Exam Timing	Reporting Time	Gate Closing
HC (Radio Operator)	9:00 AM–11:00 AM	7:30 AM	8:30 AM
HC (Radio Mechanic)	1:00 PM–3:00 PM	11:30 AM	12:30 PM

Candidates should follow the timings printed on their admit cards and reach the allotted centre before the entry gate closes.

BSF HC RO RM Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	18 August 2025
Online Applications Started	24 August 2025
Last Date to Apply	23 September 2025
PST/PET Phase	December 2025–February 2026
PST/PET Result	25 May 2026
CBT Admit Card	22 October 2026
CBT Examination	2 November 2026

The online application window for this recruitment has already closed. The latest update is for candidates preparing for the CBT.

Application Fee

The application fee specified in the recruitment details was as follows:

Category	Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹100
SC / ST	No fee
Ex-Servicemen	No fee
Departmental Candidates	No fee
Female Candidates	No fee
Compassionate Appointment Candidates	No fee

The fee was payable online during registration, subject to the conditions in the official notification.

Age Limit

The prescribed age range for BSF HC RO RM Recruitment 2025 was 18 to 25 years, calculated as of 23 September 2025. Applicable age relaxation was available for eligible categories under the recruitment rules.

Candidates should refer to the original notification for category-wise relaxation and any specific eligibility conditions.

Vacancy Details

BSF announced 1,121 vacancies for Head Constable posts in its Communication Set-Up.

Post	Number of Vacancies
Head Constable (Radio Operator)	910
Head Constable (Radio Mechanic)	211
Total	1,121

Educational Qualification

Candidates were required to meet one of the prescribed qualification routes for the relevant post.

• HC (Radio Operator): Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM), securing at least 60% aggregate marks in these subjects, or Class 10 with ITI in an eligible related trade.
• HC (Radio Mechanic): Class 12 with PCM and at least 60% aggregate marks in these subjects, or Class 10 with ITI in an eligible related trade.

Candidates relying on the ITI route should check the official notification for the accepted trades and other conditions.

Selection Process

The recruitment selection process includes the following stages:

1. Physical Standard Test (PST)
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
3. Computer-Based Test (CBT)
4. Dictation and Paragraph Reading Tests for HC (RO), as applicable
5. Document Verification
6. Medical Examination

Candidates must satisfy the requirements of the relevant stages to remain eligible for further consideration.

CBT Exam Pattern

The written examination carries 200 marks and includes the following subjects.

Subject	Questions	Marks
Physics	40	80
Mathematics	20	40
Chemistry	20	40
English and General Knowledge	20	40
Total	100	200

• Duration: 2 hours
• Negative marking: The recruitment details supplied for this article specify a deduction of 0.25 mark for an incorrect answer.
• Qualifying marks: General/OBC/EWS: 38%; SC/ST: 33%; Compassionate Appointment: 20%, as specified in the recruitment details.

Candidates should check the official examination instructions for the final applicable rules.

How to Download BSF HC RO RM Admit Card 2026

Follow these steps when the admit card link becomes available:

1. Open the official BSF recruitment portal at rectt.bsf.gov.in.
2. Find the relevant HC RO/RM recruitment or candidate login section.
3. Select the CBT e-admit card link.
4. Enter the login details requested by the portal.
5. Open the admit card and check your post, roll number, examination centre and shift.
6. Download the file and print a copy for the examination.

The e-admit card is scheduled for release on 22 October 2026 at 9:00 AM. Use the official website rather than third-party download pages.

Important Instructions

• Verify the examination date and shift on your admit card.
• Check the centre address in advance and plan your journey.
• Carry a printed admit card and the original identity document required by BSF.
• Follow all instructions mentioned on the admit card and at the examination centre.
• Candidates appearing for both posts should check the applicable admit card details for each examination.

Important Links

Resource	Link
BSF Recruitment Portal	Open official website
BSF Main Website	Visit BSF

Conclusion: The BSF HC RO RM CBT is scheduled for 2 November 2026, and the e-admit card is expected from 22 October 2026 at 9:00 AM. Candidates should download their admit cards promptly and carefully check the examination instructions before travelling to the centre.