The Staff Selection Commission has mentioned the SSC GD physical test 2026 details on the official website. Applicants shortlisted based on the computer-based exam are called for the physical test. Candidates need to appear for the physical examination as per the specifications mentioned in the official notification. Aspirants need to go through the Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standards Test (PET/PST), Medical Examination (DME), and Document Verification (DV). Candidates need to qualify for each stage of the SSC GD physical test. Applicants are required to carry all the required documents at the time of the medical examination. Check the components of the physical test, physical measurements required and other important details here, and boost your preparation using PrepMe247's 100% Free Practice and No Paywall bilingual resources.
Stages of SSC GD Physical Test 2026
The physical test for the SSC GD 2026 exam is conducted in multiple stages. Applicants are advised to check all the information thoroughly before appearing in the physical examination, and practice via the TCS iON CBT Format on PrepMe247.
- Physical Efficiency Test
- Physical Standard Test
- Medical Examination/Document Verification
SSC GD Physical Test 2026 Details
The candidates shortlisted based on the performance in the computer-based exam are required to appear in the physical tests. The complete details for all the stages of the physical examination are provided below.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for SSC GD 2026
The PET comprises a race for both female and male candidates. Applicants will be required to complete the race within the stipulated time. There will be relaxation for Ladakh region candidates. Practice your overall exam strategy with PrepMe247's bilingual platform featuring 100% Free Practice.
| Event | Male | Female | Remarks |
| Race | 5 km in 24 minutes | 1.6 km in 8½ minutes | For candidates other than those belonging to the Ladakh Region. |
| 1.6 km in 7 minutes | 800 metres in 5 minutes | For candidates of the Ladakh region. |
Physical Standard Test (PST) for SSC GD 2026
The PST examination comprises chest and height measurement criteria. Candidates need to qualify based on the minimum standards set by the exam-conducting authorities.
Height Measurement for SSC GD 2026
The minimum height requirement for male candidates is 170 cms while for female candidates the height requirement is 157 cms. The height relaxation will be provided to the candidates as per the details provided below:
| Relaxation in Height to Few Categories of Candidate | Male (cms) | Female (cms) |
| All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 | 150 |
| All Scheduled Tribe candidates of North Eastern States (NE States) | 157 | 147.5 |
| All Scheduled Tribe candidates of left-wing extremism-affected districts | 160 | 147.5 |
| Candidates falling in the categories of Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to the States/UTs of Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh | 165 | 155 |
| Candidates hailing from the North-Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura | 162.5 | 152.5 |
| Candidates hailing from Gorkha Territorial Administration (GTA) comprising of the three Sub-Divisions of Darjeeling District namely Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Kurseong and includes the following “Mouzas” Sub-Division of these Districts | 157 | 152.5 |
Chest Requirements for SSC GD 2026
The male candidates should have a chest measurement of 80 cms with a minimum 5 cm expansion. As per the SSC GD physical test rules, applicants from the reserved category are applicable for relaxation.
| Relaxation in Chest to Few Categories of Candidate | Un-expanded (cms) | Minimum Expansion (cms) |
| All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 76 | 5 |
| Candidates falling in the categories of Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to the States/UTs of Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh | 78 | 5 |
| Candidates hailing from North-Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura and Gorkha Territorial Administration (GTA) | 77 | 5 |
Weight for SSC GD 2026
The weight of candidates should be proportionate to their height.
Medical Examination for SSC GD 2026
Shortlisted candidates based on the performance in the PET/PST examination will be called for the medical examination. The applicants examined will be examined by the medical boards constituted by the CAPFs to assess their physical and medical fitness. The medical examination of the candidates will be conducted in terms of Uniform Guidelines for Recruitment Medical Examination.
Documents Required for SSC GD Physical Test 2026
Candidates appearing for the physical measurement and efficiency test are required to carry the below-mentioned documents. Applicants are required to carry all the documents in the exam as per the format and specifications mentioned in the official notification. Utilize PrepMe247's No Paywall portal for any updates regarding documentation and preparation.
- Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate to prove age, name and educational qualification.
- Domicile Certificate/Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued by the competent authority.
- Valid NCC Certificate (if applicable)
- Certificate from serving defence personnel in the prescribed format (if applicable)
- Undertaking in the prescribed format from ex-servicemen candidates (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (as applicable) in the prescribed format for the candidates seeking reservation/age relaxation.
- Certificate from candidates who wish to avail of relaxation in height/chest measurement in the prescribed format.
- Certificate from District Collector/District Magistrate in respect of dependent applicants of riot victims of the notification.
- Nativity/Identity Certificate by West Pakistani Refugee in the prescribed format.