The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has declared the Computer-Based Test (CBT) result for the Head Constable (Ministerial)-2020 recruitment examination. A total of 1,725 candidates have been shortlisted for the next stage of the selection process against 115 vacancies. The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the Skill/Typing Test scheduled for November 16 and 18, 2026.The commission released the result notification on November 2, 2026, detailing the category-wise cutoff marks, shortlisted candidates and schedule for the next stage. Candidates who appeared for the CBT held on July 7, 2026, can check their individual scores through the official SSB recruitment portal, recruitment.ssb.gov.in, using their login credentials.The typing test will be qualifying in nature. Candidates must meet the prescribed typing speed to remain eligible for further consideration. The marks obtained in the written examination will determine the merit position, subject to qualifying the subsequent stages.
SSB Head Constable Ministerial Skill/Typing Test 2026: Exam dates and qualifying criteria
The next stage of the recruitment process is the Skill/Typing Test, which will be conducted on November 16 and November 18, 2026. The examination will take place at designated centres across the country.Candidates must demonstrate the prescribed typing speed on a computer to qualify for this stage. The minimum speed requirements are:
- English typing: 35 words per minute (WPM).
- Hindi typing: 30 words per minute (WPM).
The typing test will be qualifying in nature. This means that candidates will not receive additional numerical marks for their performance in this stage. However, meeting the prescribed typing speed is mandatory. Candidates who fail to meet the required standard will not be considered for further selection, irrespective of their CBT scores.
SSB Head Constable Ministerial Skill Test notice 2026: Steps to download
Candidates can follow the steps elucidated here to download the SSB Head Constable Ministerial Skill Test notice from the official website:
- Visit the official SSB recruitment website at recruitment.ssb.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Latest Circulars/Notices section available on the homepage.
- Search for the notification titled Information regarding the Skill/Typing Test for the post of Head Constable (Min)-2020.
- Click on the relevant notification link to open the PDF.
- Download the notice and check the examination dates, reporting instructions and other relevant details.
- Keep a copy of the notification for reference before appearing for the test.
What happens after the SSB Head Constable Ministerial Skill Test?
The Skill/Typing Test is an essential qualifying stage in the recruitment process. Candidates who meet the prescribed typing standards will be considered for the subsequent stages, subject to the recruitment guidelines.The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of the aggregate marks obtained in the Computer-Based Test. However, candidates must qualify the Skill/Typing Test and fulfil the requirements of document verification and other applicable stages to remain eligible for appointment.The SSB has shortlisted 1,725 candidates for the next stage against 115 advertised vacancies. Candidates should regularly visit the official recruitment portal for further instructions, updates on document verification and subsequent recruitment formalities.Candidates are advised to stay tuned to the official website to get the complete details of the SSB Head Constable Skill Test notice.
