BSF Crew Constable Vacancy 2024 | Online Form, Full Details

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS	Rs. 100/-
SC/ ST/ ESM	Rs. 0/-

BSF Crew Constable Vacancy 2024 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the BSF Crew Constable Vacancy 2024 are as follows:

1. Candidate must be 10th or 12th passed by a recognized Board.
2. Candidate should be a minimum of 20 years old and a maximum of 25 years old.
3. One year experience in the operation of Boats below 265 HP.
4. Candidate should know how to swim in deep water without assistance.
5. Candidate should be an Indian citizen.

BSF Crew Constable Vacancy 2024 Age Relaxation

The age relaxation in the upper age limit is specified below.

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC	3 Years
ESM (Unreserved)	3 Years
ESM (OBC)	6 Years
ESM (SC/ST)	8 Years
Central Govt. Civilian Employees and Department Candidates (Unreserved/EWS/OBC)	Upto the age of 40 Years

BSF Crew Constable Vacancy 2024 Physical Standards

The physical standards for the BSF Crew Constable Vacancy 2024 include candidate height and chest size which are given below.

Category	Height	Chest
Scheduled Tribes/Adivasis of all States and Union Territories including Nagas and Mizos	160 cm	73-78 cms
Hilly areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, State of Jammu & Kashmir, and North Eastern States	162.5 cm	75-80 cm
Union territory of Pondicherry, Lakshadweep, Daman and Diu, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.	162.5 cm	75-80 cm
Dogras	162.5 cm	75-80 cm
Persons belonging to other states and Union territories	165 cms	75-80 cms

Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards

BSF Vacancy 2024 Medical Standards

The medical standards for the BSF Vacancy 2024, include these criteria which are:

Criteria	Requirements
Visual Acuity (Near Vision)	Better Eye: N6 , Worse Eye: N9
Uncorrected Visual Acuity (Distant Vision)	Better Eye: 6/6 , Worse Eye: 6/9
Refraction	Visual correction of any kind is not permitted even by glasses.
Remarks	In right-handed persons, the right eye is the better eye and vice versa. Binocular vision is required.
Other Medical Requirements	No knock knees, flat foot, varicose veins, or squint in eyes. Must possess CP III by ISIHARA vision. Must be in good mental and bodily health, free from any physical defect likely to interfere with duties.

BSF Vacancy 2024 Medical Examination Process

The BSF Vacancy 2024 Medical Examination Process includes these examinations which are:

Examination Type	Details
Detailed Medical Examination (DME)	Conducted as per revised uniform guidelines of Medical Examination for recruitment in the CAPFs & AR.
Review Medical Examination (RME)	Conducted if declared unfit in DME. Consent for RME must be submitted within 24 hours.
Decision of Review Medical Board	Final and no appeal/representation against its decision will be entertained.

BSF Crew Constable Vacancy 2024 Selection Process

The selection process for the BSF Crew Constable Vacancy 2024 is specified below.

1st Phase: Written Examination

• Duration: 2 hours
• General Knowledge & Awareness: 35 marks (35 questions)
• Reasoning Ability: 35 marks (35 questions)
• Numerical Ability: 30 marks (30 questions)
• Total: 100 marks
• Qualifying Marks:
  • Unreserved, EWS & OBC: 35%
  • SC/ST: 33%
• Syllabus: As per Annexure-'G' & 'G1'

2nd Phase: Physical Standards Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Documentation, Trade Test, and Medical Examination (DME/RME)

• Location: Designated Water Wing Establishments
• Notification: Communicated through email, message, or BSF website.

Stages:

1. Physical Standards Test (PST)

   • Assessment: Height, Chest, and Weight (Weight checked during Medical Examination)
   • Appeal: Candidates disqualified in Height and Chest can appeal at the venue. The decision of the Appellate Authority is final.

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

   • Events:
     • One mile race: 8 minutes
     • Long Jump: 11 feet (3 chances)
     • High Jump: 3 feet 6 inches (3 chances)

3. Documentation

   • Verification: Original documents to confirm eligibility (age proof, educational & technical qualification, caste certificate, experience certificate, relaxation in PST, etc.)
   • Disqualification: If original documents are not produced, the candidate will be disqualified.

4. Trade Test

   • Assessment: Knowledge and experience in the respective technical field/trade.
   • Swimming Test: For Constable (Crew).
   • Syllabus: As per Annexure-'H' to 'H2'
   • Eligibility: Candidates must possess essential educational & technical qualifications as of the closing date of application receipt.
   • Certification: Technical and experience certificates must be genuine with complete details of issuing authorities.

5. Medical Examination (DME/RME)

   • Conducted according to the revised uniform guidelines of the CAPFs & AR.
   • Candidates found unfit in the Detailed Medical Examination can opt for Review Medical Examination within 24 hours.

Note:

• Candidates must qualify each stage of the 2nd Phase to proceed further.
• Submission of fake/fabricated certificates will result in cancellation of candidature or termination of service

How to Apply for BSF Vacancy 2024

To apply for BSF Vacancy 2024 Follow these steps:

1. Check eligibility criteria, and make sure you have fulfilled all eligibility requirements.
2. Click on the "Apply Vacancy" Link or visit the official BSF website.
3. Fill out the online application form by entering accurate details.
4. Also, Upload the required documents.
5. Complete the Application Fee transactions as applicable.
6. Carefully review and verify the submitted application before finalizing the process.

FAQs

Q1. What is the format and duration of the written examination for BSF Vacancy 2024?

The written examination is objective type with multiple choice questions on an OMR-based answer sheet, lasting 2 hours.

Q2. What subjects are covered in the written examination for BSF Vacancy 2024 and how are they weighted?

The subjects and their respective marks are: General Knowledge & Awareness: 35 marks (35 questions), Reasoning Ability: 35 marks (35 questions), Numerical Ability: 30 marks (30 questions), Total: 100 marks.

Q3. What are the minimum qualifying marks for the written examination in BSF Vacancy 2024?

Unreserved, EWS & OBC categories: 35%, SC/ST categories: 33%.

Q4. What documents are required during the Documentation stage of BSF Vacancy 2024?

Original testimonials/certificates such as age proof, educational & technical qualification, caste certificate, experience certificate, and any documents for relaxation in PST.

Q5. Are candidates with tattoos eligible for BSF Vacancy 2024?

Yes, but only tattoos depicting religious symbols or names, located on the inner aspect of the left forearm or dorsum of the hands, and less than ¼ of the particular part (elbow or hand) are allowed. Faded tattoos due to removal are considered scars.