The Border Security Force (BSF) has issued the admit cards for the Computer Based Test (CBT) for Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic). These posts are part of the BSF Communication Set-Up. The hall tickets went live on 21 October 2026, and the written exam is on 2 November 2026.
This recruitment drive will fill 1,121 posts: 910 for HC (RO) and 211 for HC (RM), through both direct and departmental entry. Candidates who cleared the Physical Standards Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) can now download their admit cards from the official recruitment portal, rectt.bsf.gov.in.
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BSF HC RO/RM CBT 2026: Quick Summary
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Border Security Force (BSF) |
| Recruitment | BSF RO RM Recruitment 2025 |
| Posts | Head Constable – Radio Operator & Radio Mechanic |
| Total Posts | 1,121 |
| Pay Level | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100), 7th CPC |
| Admit Card Release | 21 October 2026 |
| CBT Date | 2 November 2026 |
| Official Portal | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
Shift-Wise Exam Timing
The CBT will be held on a single day in two separate shifts, one for each post:
| Post | Shift | Reporting/Exam Time |
|---|---|---|
| HC (Radio Operator) | Shift 1 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
| HC (Radio Mechanic) | Shift 2 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM |
Check the reporting time printed on your admit card and arrive at the centre well before it. Late entry is generally not permitted.
How to Download the BSF HC RO/RM Admit Card 2026
- Open the BSF recruitment website, rectt.bsf.gov.in.
- Find the link for the HC RO/RM CBT Admit Card on the home page.
- Log in with your registration/application number and password or date of birth.
- Your hall ticket will appear on the screen.
- Check all details, including your name, photo, roll number, exam centre, and shift.
- Download it and take two clear printouts.
Direct Login Link: Download BSF HC RO/RM Admit Card
If you find any mistake on the admit card, contact the BSF recruitment helpdesk before exam day.
What to Carry on Exam Day
- A printed copy of the admit card
- An original photo ID, such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, or Driving Licence
- Recent passport-size photographs, if your admit card asks for them
Mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, and other electronic items are not allowed inside the exam hall.
Selection Stages
Candidates go through the following stages in order:
- PST & PET: Qualifying only, already completed
- Computer Based Test: 200 marks
- Dictation & Paragraph Reading Test: 50 marks, for HC (RO) candidates only
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Physical Standards (Reference)
| Parameter | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 168 cm | 157 cm |
| Chest | 80 cm (+5 cm expansion) | — |
| Weight | Proportionate to height | Proportionate to height |
Candidates from hilly regions receive height relaxation as per rules.
Physical Efficiency Test (Reference)
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Running | 1.6 km within 8 minutes | 800 m within 5 minutes |
| Long Jump | 10 ft (3 attempts) | 7 ft (3 attempts) |
| High Jump | 3.5 ft (3 attempts) | 2.5 ft (3 attempts) |
CBT Exam Pattern 2026
The written test has 100 objective questions worth 2 marks each, for a total of 200 marks. The questions are set at the 10+2 level.
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 40 | 80 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 40 |
| English & General Knowledge | 20 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- General / OBC / EWS: 38%
- SC / ST: 33%
- CA: 20%
Last-Minute Preparation Tips
- Prioritise Physics. It carries 40% of the total marks, so revise electricity, magnetism, waves, and modern physics thoroughly.
- Attempt questions carefully. With negative marking, random guessing can lower your score. Answer the questions you are sure of first.
- Practise mock CBTs. Online practice builds speed and helps you manage two hours across 100 questions.
- Revise formulas daily. Keep a short formula sheet for Maths, Physics, and Chemistry and go through it every day until the exam.
- Cover current affairs. Read about recent national events, defence news, and basic static GK for the English & GK section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When was the BSF HC RO/RM admit card released?
It was released on 21 October 2026.
Q2. What is the exam date for BSF Head Constable RO and RM?
The CBT will be held on 2 November 2026. RO candidates take the morning shift and RM candidates take the afternoon shift.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the BSF HC RO/RM CBT?
Yes. Each incorrect answer costs 0.25 marks.
Q4. Is the dictation test compulsory for Radio Mechanic candidates?
No. The Dictation and Paragraph Reading Test is only for HC (Radio Operator) candidates.
Q5. What is the salary of a BSF Head Constable RO/RM?
The post is in Pay Level-4, which ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month, plus applicable allowances.
