Short Info – The Directorate General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has issued an online recruitment notification for various posts of Constable (Technical, Tradesman, and Pioneer). Both male and female candidates are eligible to apply for the CRPF Tradesman and Technical positions; the online application form will be accepted from April 20 to May 19, 2026. The total number of vacancies is 9,175, comprising 9,096 posts for men and 79 posts for women. Applications must be submitted online; important information regarding this process is provided further down on this page.
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
Recruitment for the post of Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) (Male/Female)–2026 in CRPF
Important Dates
Application Fee
Notification Date –Â 08.04.2026
Apply Online Start – 20.04.2026
Last Date Form – 19.05.2026
Last Date Online Payment -19.05.2026
Form Correction– —
Date of Examination – —-
For UR/ OBC/ EWS/ Male – Rs. 100/-
For SC/ ST/ Female (All Category) – Rs 00/-
Payment Mode – Online
Age Limit as on 01-01-2026
Total Posts
Minimum Age Limit – 18/21 Years
Maximum Age Limit – 23 Years. For Tradesman (Born between – 02/01/2003 and later than 01/01/2008)
Maximum Age Limit – 27 Years. Constable Driver (Born between – 02/01/1999 to 01/01/2005)
Age relaxation for the CRPF position as per their regulations.
9,175 Post
CRPF Constable Tradesman Vacancy 2026 :-
CRPF Tradesman Vacancy 2026 (Male) :-
Post Name
Vacancy
Brass Band
157
Barber
231
Bugler
1263
Cobbler
118
Cook
1426
Carpenter
123
Driver
3176
Mali
141
Motor Mechanic Vehicle
739
Pipe Band
32
Painter
43
Safai Karamchari
547
Tailor
195
Water Carrier
502
Washerman
363
Total
9096
CRPF Tradesman Vacancy 2026 (Female) :-
Post Name
Vacancy
Brass Band
18
Bugler
11
Hair Dresser
03
Mali
01
Pipe Band
16
Painter
01
Tailor
02
Water Carrier
27
Total
79
CRPF Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) Education Qualification :-
Driver :-
Educational Qualification – Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent from a recognized Board.
Technical Qualification – Heavy Transport Vehicle Driving License and should pass the driving test.
Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) :-
Educational Qualification – Matriculation or 10th Class pass in 10+2 examination system.
Technical Qualification –
Possessing 02 years Industrial Training Institutes (ITI) certificate in Mechanic Motor Vehicle recognized by National or State Council for Vocational training. 1 year practical experience in the field. OR
National or State apprenticeship certificate in Mechanic Motor Vehicle trade of three-year duration and 1 year practical experience in the field of concerned Trade.
For all other Tradesmen :-
Educational Qualification – Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent from a recognized Board. / equivalent Army qualification in case of Ex-Army Personnel.
Technical Qualification – Must be proficient and worked in respective trades.
Pioneer Wing (Mason/ Electrician) :-
Educational Qualification – Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent from a recognized Board.
Technical Qualification –
a) One-year experience in respective trades like Masonry or Electrician.
b) Preference will be given to those having certificate of trade from recognize.