BSF Tradesman Written Exam Date 2026: The Border Security Force (BSF) has released a notice for conducting the 2nd Phase i.e. Written Examination (Computer Based Test) for recruitment of Constable (Tradesmen) in BSF Exam 2024-25. As per the notice dated 10 November 2026, the written exam will be conducted at various centres throughout India on 02 December 2026 in three shifts. This exam is for candidates who have qualified the 1st phase i.e. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST), the result of which was declared on 10 June 2026, with 1,81,143 candidates provisionally shortlisted.
E-admit cards for the 2nd Phase Written Examination (CBT) shall be made live from 17.11.2026 to 02.12.2026. The download link has been sent to candidates at their registered email ID and mobile number filled at the time of submission of the online application form. Candidates unable to download their e-admit card due to incorrect email ID or mobile number shall be solely responsible, and no representation in this regard will be entertained by BSF. Admit cards shall not be sent by post. A helpdesk number (+91-9513251955) is also active from 0900 hrs on 17 November 2026 to 1630 hrs on 02 December 2026, for issues related to downloading e-admit cards only.
BSF Tradesman Written Exam Date 2026 Overview
| Organization | Border Security Force (BSF) |
| Post Name | Constable (Tradesman) |
| Recruitment Year | 2024 & 2025 |
| Notice Type | 2nd Phase Written Examination (CBT) Date |
| Notice No. | 9A/CT(TM)-2024-25/Pers(Rectt)/BSF/2026/9073 |
| Written Exam (CBT) Date | 02 December 2026 |
| E-Admit Card Release | 17.11.2026 to 02.12.2026 |
| Total Candidates Qualified (PET/PST) | 1,81,143 |
| Official Website | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published (Employment News/Newspapers) | 10.07.2025 |
| Detailed Advertisement Uploaded | 24.07.2025 |
| PET/PST Conducted | 26.12.2025 to 28.03.2026 |
| PET/PST Result Date | 10.06.2026 |
| Written Exam Date Notice Released | 10.11.2026 |
| E-Admit Card Release Date | 17.11.2026 |
| Written Exam (CBT) Date | 02.12.2026 |
BSF Tradesman Written Exam 2026 Shift Timings
| Shift | Shift Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Shift | 0900 hrs to 1100 hrs | 120 Minutes |
| 2nd Shift | 1300 hrs to 1500 hrs | 120 Minutes |
| 3rd Shift | 1700 hrs to 1900 hrs | 120 Minutes |
Note: Candidates will be allotted a specific shift and centre, which will be mentioned on their e-admit card. Amendments, if any, shall be published only on the BSF website, and candidates are requested to regularly visit www.bsf.mha.gov.in for updates.
How to Download BSF Tradesman Admit Card 2026
Follow these steps to download the BSF Tradesman Written Exam Admit Card 2026:
- Check the e-admit card download link sent to your registered email ID and mobile number between 17.11.2026 and 02.12.2026.
- Alternatively, visit the official BSF Recruitment website rectt.bsf.gov.in and look for the Constable (Tradesman) Written Exam admit card link.
- Enter your registration number/roll number and other required login details.
- Download the e-admit card and check your name, roll number, exam date, shift, reporting time and exam centre carefully.
- Take a printout of the admit card and carry it to the exam centre along with a valid original photo ID proof on 02.12.2026.
- In case of any issue in downloading the e-admit card, contact the helpdesk at +91-9513251955 (active 0900 hrs 17.11.2026 to 1630 hrs 02.12.2026).
Important Links
| BSF Tradesman Written Exam Date 2026 Notice PDF | Exam Date Notice |
| BSF Tradesman Written Exam 2026 Admit Card Download Link (From 17.11.2026) | Admit Card |
| BSF Tradesman PET PST Result 2026 PDF Download Link | Result PDF |
| BSF Rectt. Official Website | BSF Rectt |