
The CISF Constable Tradesman Exam Date 2026 has been officially announced by the Central Industrial Security Force. Candidates who successfully cleared the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Trade Test, and Document Verification (DV) are eligible to sit for this written test. Securing a high score in this stage is essential for making it to the final merit list and medical evaluation.
As per the latest notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Computer Based Examination (CBE) for Constable (Tradesman) is tentatively scheduled for December 1, 2026 (Tuesday). The exam will take place in multiple shifts across designated test centers nationwide.
The Central Industrial Security Force released an official notice on October 26, 2026, confirming the schedule for the Computer Based Examination. This written test covers a total of 1,161 vacancies across various skilled trade roles including Cook, Cobbler, Barber, Washerman, Carpenter, Mason, Plumber, Painter, and Sweeper.
The table below provides a quick breakdown of all the key details regarding the recruitment drive:
Recruiting Body: Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
Parent Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India
Post Name: Constable (Tradesman)
Total Vacancies: 1,161 Posts
Exam Name: Computer Based Examination (CBE) / Written Test
Exam Date Notice Release: 26 October 2026
Tentative Exam Date: 1 December 2026
Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (Objective Type)
Medium of Exam: Bilingual (English and Hindi)
Official Recruitment Portal: cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in
Candidates can check the latest updates, result details, and next selection process through the BSF HCM ASI Steno Result 2026
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has released the CISF Constable Tradesman Exam Date Notice 2026 on 26 October 2026. The examination is tentatively scheduled for 1 December 2026. Candidates should visit the official recruitment portal to check the notice and confirm the examination schedule.

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Candidates can directly verify the exam notice on the official website. Follow these simple steps to view and download the official PDF schedule:
Visit the official recruitment portal of CISF at cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in.
Look for the Notice Board or Latest Updates section on the homepage.
Click on the link titled "Important Notice: Schedule of Computer Based Examination for Constable (Tradesman)-2024 / 2026".
The official PDF will open on your screen displaying the shift-wise exam schedule.
Download and save the notice for your personal records.
To get selected for the Constable (Tradesman) role, candidates must clear all five distinct selection stages conducted by the board:
Stage 1: Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Stage 2: Trade Test (Practical skill assessment for specific trade applied)
Stage 3: Document Verification (DV)
Stage 4: Computer Based Examination (CBE) / Written Test
Stage 5: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME)
Aspirants preparing for the Navik examination can strengthen their preparation by practising the Indian Coast Guard Previous Year Question Papers and understanding the exam pattern.
Understanding the question paper pattern helps candidates optimize their performance during the written examination:
Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) administered via computer.
Total Questions: 100 Questions.
Total Marks: 100 Marks.
Time Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours).
Language: Hindi and English (except for language-specific tests).
Subjects Covered: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and Basic Hindi or English Comprehension.
Qualifying Marks: 35% for Open Merit / EWS / Ex-Servicemen, and 33% for SC / ST / OBC candidates.
Candidates appearing for the examination can visit the BSF Head Constable Admit Card 2026 page for admit card updates and download-related information
The admission hall tickets will be uploaded on the official web portal approximately 7 to 10 days before the examination date. No admit cards will be sent by post or offline channels.
Go to the official CISF recruitment portal: cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in.
Click on the Login tab on the top right corner.
Select the Constable Tradesman login link.
Enter your Registration ID, Password, and the displayed captcha code.
Click Submit to view your hall ticket on the dashboard.
Download the admit card PDF and print 2–3 clear copies on A4 size paper.
Candidates must bring the following items to the allocated examination center:
A printed hard copy of the CISF Tradesman Admit Card 2026.
An original valid Photo Identity Card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving License, or Passport).
Two recent passport-size colored photographs.
A transparent ballpoint pen for rough work.
The CISF Constable Tradesman Admit Card 2026 will be available on the official CISF recruitment portal. Candidates should download their admit cards using their login credentials once the Central Industrial Security Force activates the download link.
