CRPF Recruitment 2023: Bumper Vacancies for Constable Technical & Tradesman
A significant recruitment drive has been announced by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) for the year 2023. This bumper recruitment offers over 9200 vacancies across India, presenting a golden opportunity for eligible candidates seeking government jobs. Both male and female applicants are encouraged to apply for these positions.
Overview of CRPF Constable Technical & Tradesman Recruitment 2023
The CRPF has issued an official notification for the recruitment of Constables in Technical and Tradesman roles. This massive recruitment drive is open to candidates from across all states of India. The application process is entirely online, making it convenient for aspirants nationwide to participate.
Important Dates and Application Process
Online applications for the CRPF Constable Technical & Tradesman posts commenced on March 27, 2023. The final date to submit online applications is April 25, 2023. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute rush. Detailed instructions for online application will be available on the official recruitment portal.
The Computer Based Test (CBT) for this recruitment is scheduled to take place from July 1 to July 13, 2023. Admit cards for the CBT will be available for download between June 20 and June 25, 2023.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidates who have successfully passed their 10th class examination are eligible to apply for these vacancies. In addition to 10th pass, candidates with 12th pass or even graduate qualifications can also apply.
Age Limit: For the Constable Driver post, the minimum age limit is 21 years, and the maximum age limit is 27 years as of August 1, 2023. Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories: 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates. Ex-servicemen will also receive a 3-year age relaxation.
Application Fee: A non-refundable application fee of Rs. 100 is required for General and OBC candidates. However, SC/ST candidates are exempted from paying any application fee. The fee must be paid online through various accepted payment modes.
Salary Details
Selected candidates for the CRPF Constable Technical & Tradesman posts will receive an attractive salary as per Level 3 of the pay matrix. The salary structure ranges from Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100 per month.
Selection Process
The selection process for the CRPF Constable Technical & Tradesman recruitment is comprehensive and involves multiple stages to ensure the selection of deserving candidates. The stages are as follows:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): This will be the initial screening stage, conducted online.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Candidates will undergo measurement of their height and chest.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): This stage assesses the physical fitness of candidates through running and other activities.
- Trade Test: Applicants will be tested on their skills relevant to the trade they have applied for.
- Medical Examination: A thorough medical examination will be conducted to ensure candidates meet the required health standards.
- Document Verification (DV): Original documents and certificates will be verified.
Examination Pattern for CBT
The Computer Based Test (CBT) for Technical and Tradesman posts will consist of 100 objective-type questions for a total of 100 marks. Candidates will be allotted 2 hours to complete the test. The exam will include four sections:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 25 questions, 25 marks
- General Knowledge & General Awareness: 25 questions, 25 marks
- Elementary Mathematics: 25 questions, 25 marks
- Hindi/English (Optional): 25 questions, 25 marks
It is important to note that there will be negative marking for incorrect answers.
Physical Standards and Efficiency
Physical Measurement Test (PMT):
- Height:
- Male Candidates: 170 cm
- Female Candidates: 157 cm
- Relaxations in height will be applicable for candidates from specific categories and regions.
- Chest (for Male Candidates only): 80 cm (with a minimum expansion of 5 cm).
Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Running:
- Male Candidates: 5 kilometers in 24 minutes
- Female Candidates: 1.6 kilometers in 8.5 minutes
This is a significant opportunity for individuals aspiring to join the Central Reserve Police Force. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for complete details regarding post-wise vacancies, trade test specifics, and other important information before applying.