Overview
The Border Security Force (BSF) has released the HC RO RM Admit Card 2026 for candidates appearing in the recruitment examination for Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) posts. The recruitment drive covers 1,121 vacancies, including 910 Radio Operator posts and 211 Radio Mechanic posts. Candidates can download their hall tickets through the official BSF recruitment portal using their registered credentials.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Border Security Force (BSF) |
| Post Name | Head Constable Radio Operator and Radio Mechanic |
| Total Vacancies | 1,121 — RO: 910; RM: 211 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | August 24, 2025 |
| Last Date | September 23, 2025 |
| Exam Date | TBA; check the admit card for the allotted date and shift |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should carefully check the reporting time, examination centre address and shift printed on the admit card. BSF may assign different dates or shifts to candidates, and the details given on the individual hall ticket will be treated as final.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For Head Constable Radio Operator, candidates should have passed Class 10 with a two-year Industrial Training Institute certificate in a relevant trade such as Radio and Television, Electronics, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant, Data Preparation or a related discipline.
- For Head Constable Radio Mechanic, applicants should have passed Class 10 and hold a two-year ITI certificate in an applicable electronics, radio, computer or communication trade.
- Alternatively, candidates may qualify through Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, generally with at least 60% aggregate marks in these subjects.
- Educational certificates must have been issued by a recognised board, institute or competent authority.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Maximum age: 25 years, calculated on the cut-off date specified in the recruitment notification.
- OBC candidates are generally eligible for an upper-age relaxation of three years.
- SC and ST candidates are generally eligible for a five-year relaxation.
- Additional relaxation applies to eligible departmental candidates, ex-servicemen and other notified categories under Central Government rules.
Fees
- General, OBC and EWS candidates must pay the prescribed examination and processing charges shown on the application portal.
- Women, SC, ST and eligible ex-servicemen candidates may receive an exemption from the examination fee under recruitment rules.
- Processing or service charges may remain payable even where the examination fee is exempted.
- Candidates should refer to their submitted application form or the detailed notification for the final fee amount and payment status.
Selection Process
- Written examination: Candidates must appear for the computer-based or OMR-based test covering the subjects and standard prescribed for the RO and RM posts.
- Physical and skill assessment: Shortlisted candidates undergo the Physical Standard Test, Physical Efficiency Test, document verification and applicable technical or communication tests.
- Medical examination and final merit: Candidates clearing the earlier stages are called for a detailed medical examination. Final selection is based on merit, category, vacancy availability and successful verification of eligibility documents.
How to Apply
- Visit the BSF recruitment portal at rectt.bsf.gov.in using a secure browser.
- Open the Head Constable RO/RM recruitment section and read the detailed advertisement before proceeding.
- Complete registration using an active mobile number and email address, then create the required login credentials.
- Fill in personal, educational, category and communication details exactly as recorded in official documents.
- Upload the photograph, signature and supporting certificates in the prescribed size and format, pay the applicable fee and submit the form.
- Save a copy of the completed application and fee receipt for use during later recruitment stages. The application window for this cycle has closed.
- To download the admit card, log in to the candidate dashboard, select the HC RO/RM Admit Card 2026 link and print a clear copy. Candidates must carry the hall ticket and an original photo identity document to the examination centre.
Important Links
FAQs
1. How can I download the BSF HC RO RM Admit Card 2026?
Log in at rectt.bsf.gov.in with the registered credentials, open the admit-card link and download the PDF from the candidate dashboard.
2. What should I do if the details on my hall ticket are incorrect?
Contact the BSF recruitment helpdesk immediately and provide the registration number, application details and proof of the correct information.
3. Is a digital copy of the admit card accepted at the examination centre?
Candidates should carry a printed admit card along with an original valid photo ID. A mobile sc
