SSC GD Physical Test 2024 Schedule Released, Check ET/PST Requirements for Male Female Candidates

The SSC GD PET & PST Norms represent the second phase in the recruitment process, undertaken solely by individuals who pass the CBT-based written examination. There are two key components of the SSC GD Physical Test: (i) Physical Endurance Test (PET) and (ii) Physical Standard Test (PST).

The Physical Endurance Test (ET) examines the candidate’s physical abilities in running, push-ups, jumping, etc. On the other hand, PST measures the aspirant’s height, chest, and weight.

The CRPF is expected to conduct the SSC GD Physical Examination in August 2024 for the current recruitment process. The precise date for the SSC GD Physical Test 2024 will soon be available publicly, accompanied by a comprehensive timetable for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT). Explore the physical efficiency and standard test criteria for male and female applicants here.

SSC GD Physical Requirements for Male & Female 2024

DepartmentStaff Selection Commission
Exam NameConstable (General Duty) in CAPFs
Selection ProcessWritten Exam + Physical Test
Marking SchemeNo marks to clear ET/PST, Qualifying in nature
Date of Physical TestTo be announced soon
Official websitessc.gov.in

SSC Constable GD Physical Test 2024

The SSC GD Physical Test aims to ascertain if the shortlisted applicants fulfil the necessary physical criteria, which encompasses chest, weight, and height measurements. All male and female aspirants need to meet the specified physical standards. The exception is available only for ex-servicemen candidates who do not need to participate in the PST and PET phases. Weight must be in accordance with height and age, following medical guidelines. The physical test assessment is a preliminary qualification, and applicants can find the detailed physical parameters listed below.

SSC GD Height for Male and Female Candidates

Male applicants from the General, SC & OBC groups must have a minimum height of 170 centimetres. The relaxation in height is admissible to candidates from different categories. Specifications for height size for male and female applicants from other categories are detailed further below.

SSC GD Physical Test 2024

CategorySSC GD Height for FemaleSSC GD Height for Male
Gen/OBC/SC157170
Scheduled Tribes (All candidates)150162.5
ST candidates of NE States147.5157
STs of Left Wing Extremism affected districts147.5160
Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu-Kashmir, and Ladakh (UT)155165
Candidates from all seven states of North Eastern region152.5162.5
Candidates of Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Kurseong, and the specific Sub-Divisions of GTA districts152.5157

SSC GD Chest for Male Candidates

Measurement of the chest is not applicable for female applicants. On the other hand, all male applicants must fulfill the chest measurement standards for the SSC GD Physical Standards Test (PST). Check the following table that outlines the minimum chest size needed for male candidates for the SSC GD.

CategoryChest Measurements
Gen/OBC/SC80 (+5)
ST candidates76 (+5)
Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, and the candidates from Assam, and Northern hilly states78 (+5)
Candidates from North Eastern states77 (+5)
Candidates of Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Kurseong, and the specific Sub-Divisions of GTA districts77 (+5)

SSC GD Running Time for Male and Female

The norms for efficiency tests vary depending on whether the candidate is male or female. Below are the specifics of the SSC GD PET, highlighting the different tasks that participants must complete to move on to the next phase.

  • The SSC GD Running for male participants is 5 kilometres within 24 minutes.
  • For female participants, the running time in the SSC GD is 1.6 kilometres within 8.5 minutes.
CategorySSC GD PET for MaleSSC GD PET for Women
Candidates from Ladakh region1.6 km in 7 minutes800 metres in 5 minutes
Candidates other than Ladakh area5 km in 24 minutes1.6 km in 8.5 minutes

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