SSB Recruitment 2020 Assistant Commandant Communication: Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) is conducting the recruitment of Assistant Commandant (Communication) at the Level 10 pay grade. The online application window is opening on February 22, 2020. The last date for submission of online applications is 30 days from the day of publication of the notice in Employment News. Online applications can be submitted through the recruitment portal of the SSB i.e. ssbrectt.gov.in. Candidates must deposit the specified application fee of Rs 400 to apply. Read this article to get the complete details of the SSB recruitment 2020 Assistant Commandant Communication including application process, important dates and events.
Latest: Online applications are ongoing for the SSB Recruitment 2020 Assistant Commandant Communication
SSB Recruitment 2020 Assistant Commandant Communication
SSB, under the governance of the Ministry of Home Affairs has advertised 10 vacancies in the post of Assistant Commandant (Communication). Selected applicants can be posted any where in India and abroad governed by the provisions of the SSB Act & Rules. Check out the important dates related to the recruitment below.
| Important event | Date |
| Start of application | 22 Feb 2020 |
| End of application | 22 Mar 2020 |
| End of application (remote areas) | 29 Mar 2020 |
| Admit card release | To be announced |
| Date of examination | To be announced |
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SSB Recruitment 2020 Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
SSB Recruitment 2020 is advertised for the post of Assistant Commandant (Communication). The SSB has advertised openings in a total number of 10 vacancies. Check out the details of the vacancy distribution below.
Selected candidates are to be appointed at Level 10 of the pay matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. In addition, the appointed candidates are also entitled to receive emoluments and allowances as per the norms of the SSB. Check out the details below.
SSB Recruitment 2020 Eligibility Criteria
SSB indicates the eligibility conditions in complete details through the official notification. Applicants who comply with the specified conditions can apply within the scheduled period. Check out the elaborate eligibility criteria for the recruitment below.
Age Limit
The maximum age of the applicants must not be more than 35 years as on the last date of submission of online applications. Specified relaxations are allowed in the upper age limit for candidates belonging to special categories. Check out the details below.
Educational qualifications
Applicants must possess the specified minimum educational qualifications from recognised institutions in order to apply. Candidature is liable to be withdrawn if the candidates are found to be ineligible in any respect. Check out the requisite qualifications below.
Applicants must essentialy hold a valid academic qualification in any one of the following disciplines:
- Degree in Telecommunication / Electrical Communication / Electronics Engineering
- Associate Member of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineer
- Associate Member of the Insdtitution of Engineers
- M.Sc in Electronics / Telecommunication / Information Technology / Computer Science
Note: All qualifications must be awarded by Institutions recognised by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). Candidates are desirable to hold a NCC – B or C certificate.
Physical Standards
It is essential for applicants to comply with the specified physical standards as per the norms of recruitment into the SSB. Candidates not complying with the physical standards are likely to be rejected even if they possess the other eligibility conditions. Check out the details of the requisite physical standards below.
SSB Recruitment 2020 Ineligibility
SSB sets out conditions that disqualify applicants from applying for the recruitment. The terms and conditions of ineligibility can be checked below.
SSB Recruitment 2020 Application Process
Applications for the SSB Recruitment 2020 can only be made online. No other mode of application is accepted at the SSB for the advertised post. Online applications can be submitted through the website of the SSB. Alternatively, candidates can also click the direct application link provided in this article to apply. Check out the details of the application process below.
How to apply
Online application for the SSB Recruitment 2020 is a multi-stage process. Candidates must enter all the required details and upload the specified documents to apply. Check out the step by step guide given below to register and apply easily.
Step 1: Visit the recruitment website of the SSB at ssbrectt.gov.in.
Step 2: At the homepage, click on “Apply Online” link as shown
Step 3: Click on “Register”
Step 4: Enter all details and click on “Next”
Step 5: Enter declarations, set the password and proceed to upload documents.
Step 6: Upload scanned photograph and signature as per instructions.
Step 7: The registration number is generated. Candidates must note the number.
Step 8: Select the mode of payment and pay the application fee as per instructions.
Step 9: Generate a print out of the submitted application form as instructed.
Application Fee
Specific candidates belonging to categories as recognised by the Government are exempted / relaxed from the payment of application fee. Candidates in general must however pay the specified application fee at the time of submission of online application. Check out the category wise details of the payable application fee below.
| Category | Application fee |
| Unreserved | Rs 400 |
| EWS | Rs 400 |
| OBC | Rs 400 |
| SC/ST | Rs 0 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs 0 |
| Female | Rs 0 |
Documents Required
All applicants must in general possess the original of all certificates and supporting documents for information provided in the application form. In addition, candidates must possess the specified documents that are to be uploaded during the online application. The list of documents to be uploaded are given below.
Image Specifications
| Image | Size | Format |
| Passport-sized photo | 4 to 12Kb | JPG |
| Signature | 4 to 12Kb | JPG |
SSB Recruitment 2020 Selection Procedure
All applicants are to be selected for final appointment on the basis of the performance in written exam, physical standard test, medical examinations and documentation / interview / personality test. The selection of the candidates is a multi stage process. Each stage of the overall selection process is described below.
Written Exam
Applicants are to be screened preliminarily through a written examination to be conducted by the SSB. The details of the written examination is given in the subsequent sections of this article. Read on to find out more about the scheme and pattern of the written exam.
Physical Standard Test
The physical standard test is conducted to evaluate the compliance of applicants with the specified minimum physical requirements. Candidates are to be assessed on the basis of various physical parameters such as height, weight and chest expansion. The details of the physical standards is as per the standards mentioned in the eligibility criteria.
Detailed Medical Examination
Candidates who qualify in complying with the specified physical standards are to undergo the Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates must be declared FIT in the DME as per the norms of the Ministry of Home Affairs related to such recruitment.
Review Medical Examination (RME)
A Review Medical Examination is conducted if the candidate is declared UNFIT at the DME. Such candidates can appeal against the decision through proper procedure and proforma as described in the official notification of the SSB Recruitment 2020. A separate list of candidates qualifying in the RME is published by the SSB on the website and call letters are issued for the interview of such candidates.
Check out the details below
Documentation / Interview / Personality test
Applicants who qualify through the stages of written exam, physical tests and medical examinations are called for the final interview/ personality test. A documentation process is conducted before the interview for the verification of original documents. The final interview consists of 150 marks in total.
Final Selection / Merit
Candidates who qualify through all the stage of the selction are shortlisted in a final merit list. The final merit list is prepared on the basis of the aggregate marks obtained in the written and the interview/personality test stages.
SSB Recruitment 2020 Exam Pattern
The written examination is important as a basis of the final recruitment of the candidate if found eligible. The details of the exam pattern can be checked below.
- Language: The question paper is set in English & Hindi language.
- Exam Mode: The examination is conducted offline on OMR sheets.
- Sections: There are two papers i.e. general ability test and technical paper.
- Number of questions: There are 100 questions in Paper I and 100 questions in Paper 2.
- Type of questions: All questions are MCQ type having four probable options to select from.
- Duration: The duration of Paper I is 02 hours. Paper-II is conducted for a duration of 03 hours.
Check out the details of the marks distrbution below.
| Section | Total questions | Total marks |
| Paper I | 100 | 200 |
| Paper II | 100 | 250 |
SSB Recruitment 2020 Syllabus
The syllabus of the written examination for SSB Recruitment 2020 consist of the syllabus of Paper I & II. Paper I is based on General Ability Test while Paper II is technical in nature. The syllabus is indicated in the official notification. Check out the detailed syllabus below.
General Ability Test
- General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Comprehension & Communication
- Numerical Ability
- Reasoning Ability
Technical Paper
The syllabus is comprised of the technical discipline of the applicant. Syllabus for the Paper II is based on the selected discipline of degree of the candidate.
SSB Recruitment 2020 Qualifying Marks
Applicants must secure the minimum qualifying marks in the written test as specified by the SSB in official notification. The minimum qualifying marks is relaxable for candidates belonging to SC/ST categories. Check out the details below.
| Category | Aggregate | Marks per paper |
| Unreserved | 50% | 45% |
| SC/ST | 45% | 40% |
SSB Recruitment 2020 Admit Card
Admit cards for the written exam are to be issued by the SSB before the written exam. The admit card contains the exact details of the date and time and the location of the examination center. Admit cards are not sent by the SSB to candidates individually. Candidates must download and print the admit cards from the website of the SSB when released.
SSB Recruitment 2020 Exam Center
The details of the examination center is to be indicated through the admit cards issued to the applicants for appearing in the written test. The examination centers are to be located in different government schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, SSB locations as per the convenience of the SSB administration.
SSB Recruitment 2020 Result
SSB publishes the results of the recruitment at the official website after the completion of all stages of selection. The final merit list is based on the marks secured by fit and eligible candidates in the written test and final interview. Finally selected candidates are to be appointed in the designated posts in locations as specified by the SSB in India or abroad.
About SSB
The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) is a special wing of the Central Armed Police Forces (CRPF), India. The SSB operates under the governance of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. It was also previously known as Special Service Bureau (SSB). The SSB was established in the year 1963. The SSB plays an active role in mobilising the international borders of India as well as prevention and control of cross border insurgencies, criminal activities, smuggling and other activities that hamper the national security of India.
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