BSF HC RO RM admit card 2026 released: download before November 2 CBT exam
In short
- The Border Security Force released admit cards for the Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) CBT 2026 on October 21, 2026.
- Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official recruitment website, rectt.bsf.gov.in.
- The Computer-Based Test is scheduled for November 2, 2026, with separate shifts for Radio Operator and Radio Mechanic posts.
- The recruitment drive aims to fill 1,121 vacancies, including 910 for Head Constable (RO) and 211 for Head Constable (RM).
- Candidates must carry their printed e-admit card and original photo identity proof to the examination centre.
The Border Security Force (BSF) has released the admit cards for the Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) Computer-Based Test (CBT) 2026. The hall tickets became available for download on October 21, 2026, with the download link activated on October 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM, according to various sources including FreeJobAlert, Testbook, PW.live, JuniorTest, and Mission Bharti.
Candidates who qualified for the CBT can access their admit cards from the official BSF recruitment website, rectt.bsf.gov.in. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 1,121 vacancies within the BSF Communication Set-Up, comprising 910 posts for Head Constable (Radio Operator) and 211 for Head Constable (Radio Mechanic).
CBT Examination Schedule and Reporting Times
The Computer-Based Test for both Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) is scheduled for November 2, 2026. The examination will be conducted in two shifts. The Head Constable (Radio Operator) exam will take place in the morning shift from 9 AM to 11 AM, while the Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) exam will be held in the afternoon shift from 1 PM to 3 PM.
Candidates appearing for the Head Constable (RO) exam must report to their centres by 7:30 AM, with gates closing at 8:30 AM. For the Head Constable (RM) exam, the reporting time is 11:30 AM, and gates will close at 12:30 PM. The CBT will feature 100 multiple-choice questions, each carrying 2 marks, for a total of 200 marks. There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer. The examination will be available in both English and Hindi mediums.
| Post | Exam date | Shift timing | Reporting Time at Centre | Gate Closure Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (RO) | November 2, 2026 | 9 am to 11 am | 07:30 hrs | 08:30 hrs |
| Head Constable (RM) | November 2, 2026 | 1 pm to 3 pm | 11:30 hrs | 12:30 hrs |
Selection Process and Exam Pattern Details
The selection process for BSF Head Constable (RO) and (RM) includes a Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and the Computer-Based Test (CBT). For Head Constable (Radio Operator) candidates, an additional dictation test and paragraph reading test, carrying 50 marks, are part of the assessment. The prescribed age limit for applicants was 18 to 25 years, calculated as of September 23, 2025.
The pay scale for selected candidates ranges from Rs 25,500 to Rs 81,100 under Level 4 of the Seventh Central Pay Commission. The CBT exam pattern includes sections on Physics (40 questions, 80 marks), Mathematics (20 questions, 40 marks), Chemistry (20 questions, 40 marks), and English & General Knowledge (20 questions, 40 marks). Candidates will be allotted a unique CBT Roll Number for logging into the system on the exam day, along with their BSF Roll Number which will be used for the rest of the examination process.
| Part | Syllabus | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | Physics | 40 | 80 Marks |
| Part II | Mathematics | 20 | 40 Marks |
| Part III | Chemistry | 20 | 40 Marks |
| Part IV | English & GK | 20 | 40 Marks |
| Total | 100 | 200 Marks |
Key Dates and Post-CBT Procedures
The recruitment cycle for BSF HC RO RM 2025-26 commenced with the notification release on August 18, 2025. The application process began on August 24, 2025, and concluded on September 23, 2025. Physical tests (PET/PST) were conducted from December 2025 to February 2026, with their results declared on May 25, 2026.
After the CBT, candidates can view their individual answers and the answer key approximately 3-4 days post-examination. Objections to questions or answers must be submitted through the Online Response Link within three days of the Objection Management Portal opening. The number of candidates to qualify for the next phase of selection will be restricted to six times the number of advertised vacancies. If the online examination is conducted in multiple shifts, normalization will be applied for score moderation.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification release | August 18, 2025 |
| Application process begins | August 24, 2025 |
| Last date to apply | September 23, 2025 |
| PET/PST period | December 2025 to February 2026 |
| PET/PST result | May 25, 2026 |
| CBT admit card | October 21, 2026 |
| CBT examination | November 2, 2026 |
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