What Is the Work Profile of SSC GD?

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the SSC General Duty exam annually to select applicants for positions in paramilitary organisations, including the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and other organisations under the Home Ministry, like the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Rifleman (General Duty) and Secretariat Security Force (SSF) in Assam Rifles. Every year, lakhs of candidates who wish to pursue a career in SSC apply for the exam. The recruitment process entails a Computer Based Examination (CBE), a Physical Efficiency Test (PET), a Physical Standard Test (PST) and a Detailed Medical Examination (DME).

SSC General Duty Constable is one of the finest posts which carry the responsibility of strengthening our internal security in general. Every aspirant who is looking for a secure and respectable profession has the desire to work as an SSC GD Constable. Candidates chosen for this position receive a variety of perks, allowances and enticing salaries and bonuses. Candidates who are planning to appear for the SSC GD exam must be well aware of the job profile, allowances and other related aspects of the field that they wish to get into.

The article below has highlighted all the key details related to the SSC GD exam, such as the monthly salary, job profile, career growth, allowances and in-hand salary.

SSC GD Constable: Job Profile

The Ministry of Home Affairs continuously assesses the internal security situation, issues the appropriate advisories and collaborates with the Armed Forces to share intelligence inputs to restore peace and harmony without infringing upon the States’ constitutional rights.  In that order, the SSC GD Constables have many duties and responsibilities. Following are some job descriptions and relevant details:

• SSC GD is initially posted as the guard or an escort.
• In the absence of the Sub Inspector and Assistant Sub Inspector, GD Constable is recruited to oversee all chores and responsibilities.
• SSC GD Constables are supposed to work under the supervision of the SHO, and they must follow the SHO’s instructions.
• Some of the SSC GD Constables may even get the cases for investigation.

All the information about the job profiles for several departments, including BSF, ITBP, CISF, SSB and CRPF, is provided below.

S.No.	Post	Job Profile
1.	GD Constable in CISF	Their main responsibility is to safeguard various PSUs and other important infrastructures. Almost all commercial airports in India allow the appointment of GD Constables from the CISF as the authorities in charge of airport security. GD Constables in CISF are also responsible for looking after protecting the Government infrastructure projects and industrial units. Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) handles the security of the Delhi Metro. GD Constable in CISF may be recruited in the protection of Delhi Metro. Special Security Group (SSG) provides security cover to persons nominated by the Home Ministry. GD Constable in CISF provides protection, safety and security to Industrial undertaking/installations and also offers protection against fire hazards.
2.	GD Constable in BSF	They are tasked to guard the borders between India and Pakistan and India and Bangladesh. Their role is to prevent trans-border crimes and unauthorised entry into or exit from the territory of India. They are in charge of stopping any unlawful activity on the border, including smuggling. SSC GD Constables are recruited to promote a sense of security among the people living in the border areas.
3.	GD Constable in SSB	In the SSB, GD Constables are hired to keep an eye on and stop unlawful activities and cross-border crimes. They are in charge of guarding the borders between India and Bhutan and India and Nepal.
4.	GD Constable in ITBP	They are hired to guard the border between China and India (from Ladakh to Arunachal Pradesh). They are responsible for vigilance on the northern borders. GD Constables in ITBP are responsible for restoring and preserving order in any area in the event of a disturbance. Transborder smuggling and illicit immigration must be monitored by GD Constables. They are recruited to guard VIPs who are in danger and at sensitive sites. GD Constables in ITBP’s primary role is to maintain peace in the assigned areas and promote a sense of security among the local populace. GD Constable in ITBP is responsible for the detection and prevention of border violations.
5.	GD Constable in Assam Rifles	In times of war, GD Constables in the Assam Rifles act as a combat force to safeguard rear areas. They are recruited to carry out counterinsurgency and border security operations while working under the command of the army to provide domestic security. Assam Rifles GD Constables offer communications, emergency medical care, education and assistance to the civil power in remote locations.
6.	GD Constable in CRPF	Every region of India’s internal security is overseen by GD Constables in the CRPF. In the CRPF, GD Constables are responsible for VIP protection, counter-Naxal activities and guarding important installations. In support of UN and Indian peacekeeping missions, they carry out operations abroad.
7.	GD Constable in SSF	GD Constables in SSF are responsible for looking after the entry into Secretariat premises and posting guards at Secretariat gates and other places on-premises. Additionally, these officers are in charge of overseeing parking, car access, and inside orders. They also oversee the rules regarding material removal from Secretariat facilities and the preservation of Secretariat assets.

SSC GD Constable: Career Growth

The period of promotion is different for all departments. Candidates for promotions are frequently asked to show up for the departmental exams. On the other hand, promotions may occasionally be issued depending on the candidate’s service tenure.

To advance to the position of Senior Head Constable, an SSC GD Constable may need to take over the management of a police station. With post promotions comes an increase in SSC GD Salary as well. The following list includes some of the SSC GD Constable positions that could receive promotions:

• Senior Constable
• Head Constable
• Assistant Sub Inspector
• Sub Inspector
• Inspector

SSC GD Constable: Salary & Allowances

For the various positions in the Staff Selection Commission General Duty Constable, the salary structure is often different. The pay is determined by the duties attached to the various positions. According to the 7th pay commission, the starting basic pay for SSC GD is Rs 33,965 per month; however, other deductions are also made from it. Refer to the remuneration structure given below for more information about the SSC GD Constable’s pay.

Dues	Amount
Basic Pay (Pay in Pay Band + Grade Pay)	21,700
Gross Pay	33,965
House Rent Allowance	2,439 (Depends on the city)
Dearness Allowance (34%)	7,378
TPT Allowance	2358 (Depends on Batallion)
Dress Allowance	90
GPF/ NPS Subscription	2908 (10% of Basic Pay+ DA)
CGEGIS Arrear	30
CBF	600
CWF	50
BN	25
EDN Fund	20
Sports Fund	25
Total Deductions	3,658
Net Payable (In-hand Salary)	30,307 (Varies from City to City)

This was all about the job profile, salary and allowances of the SSC GD Constable. All the aspirants who are going to appear for the SSC GD Constable exam must be thorough with the SSC GD Constable Syllabus. For best preparation for the GD Constable exam, it is imperative to have a knowledge of the exam pattern, and types of questions asked in the exam. Candidates are advised to solve previous years’ papers to outperform their competition in the exam.

SSC GD Constable is a stable career with a lucrative salary. All interested candidates must start preparing for the exam at the earliest to qualify for the exam on their first try. For any updates related to the exam, candidates should visit the official website of the SSC.