BSF HC (RO RM) PET PST Result 2026

The Border Security Force (BSF) Head Constable (Radio Operator & Radio Mechanic) examination is conducted by the BSF Recruitment Board under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. This recruitment selects candidates for technical roles in BSF's communication wing across India's borders. The HC (RO RM) post involves operating and maintaining radio communication equipment at border outposts. Candidates undergo a rigorous selection process including Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), written examination, and medical examination. Selected candidates are posted as Head Constables in the BSF with opportunities to serve at various border locations including Indo-Pakistan and Indo-Bangladesh frontiers. The position offers a challenging career in one of India's premier border guarding forces with good salary and advancement prospects.

Important Dates

Typical / Indicative Vacancy Distribution

Note: Actual vacancies vary by recruitment cycle and will be specified in the official notification.

Educational Qualification

For Radio Operator (RO):

• Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board
• Knowledge of operating radio equipment (desirable)

For Radio Mechanic (RM):

• Matriculation or equivalent with Science subjects from a recognized Board
• ITI Certificate in Radio/Electronics/Telecommunication trade OR
• Diploma in Electronics/Telecommunication Engineering

Age Limit

Age is calculated as on the closing date of online application.

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Character and antecedents must be thoroughly verified before final appointment

How to Apply

1. Visit the official BSF recruitment website at rectt.bsf.gov.in
2. Click on the 'HC (RO/RM)' recruitment notification link
3. Read the complete notification carefully and check eligibility criteria
4. Click on 'Apply Online' button and register with basic details (name, email, mobile)
5. Verify registration through OTP sent to mobile/email
6. Login with credentials and fill the application form with personal, educational, and other details
7. Upload scanned copies of recent photograph (20-50 KB), signature (10-20 KB), and required certificates (100-200 KB each) in prescribed format
8. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
9. Verify all entered details thoroughly before final submission
10. Submit the application and take printout of confirmation page for future reference

Application Fees

Fee is non-refundable. Payment should be made online only.

Selection Stages

1. Physical Standard Test (PST): Candidates are checked for minimum height requirements (170 cm for General/OBC/SC, 165 cm for ST), chest measurements (minimum 80 cm unexpanded with 5 cm expansion for General/OBC/SC), and weight proportionate to height and age as per BSF standards.

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualified PST candidates undergo running test (5 km race to be completed in 24 minutes for General/OBC candidates, 27 minutes for SC/ST candidates) and long jump (3.65 meters in 3 chances for General/OBC, 3.35 meters for SC/ST).

1. Documentation Verification: Candidates who qualify PET/PST undergo document verification where all original certificates related to age, education, caste, domicile are checked against uploaded documents.

1. Written Examination (CBT): Qualified candidates appear for Computer Based Test covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi language.

1. Trade Test: Candidates applying for Radio Mechanic post undergo practical trade test to assess technical skills in electronics and radio equipment maintenance.

1. Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates from written exam undergo comprehensive medical examination as per BSF medical standards covering vision, hearing, physical fitness, and general health parameters.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection is based on performance in written examination, and candidates are called for training as per merit and vacancy availability.

Written Examination Pattern (CBT)

Typical / Indicative Exam Pattern:

Computer Based Test (Single Paper)

Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.

Paper Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options.

Language Medium: Bilingual (Hindi and English) except for Language section.

Qualifying Marks: General/OBC/EWS candidates need minimum 35% marks, SC/ST candidates need minimum 33% marks.

Detailed Syllabus

General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies and similarities
• Differences and classifications
• Spatial visualization and spatial orientation
• Visual memory and discrimination
• Observation and relationship concepts
• Arithmetical reasoning and figural classification
• Number series and coding-decoding
• Problem solving and analysis
• Decision making and judgment
• Non-verbal reasoning patterns

General Awareness

• Current affairs - national and international events
• Indian History - freedom struggle, major events, Indian culture
• Indian Polity and Constitution - fundamental rights, duties, directive principles
• Geography - physical, social, and economic geography of India and world
• Economic and Social Development - poverty, population, sustainable development
• Environmental issues and biodiversity
• General Science - Physics, Chemistry, Biology (10th standard level)
• Sports and games - major tournaments, awards, personalities
• Books and authors, important days and dates
• Border Security Force - history, role, operations, organization

Elementary Mathematics

• Number system - whole numbers, decimals, fractions, relationships between numbers
• Fundamental arithmetic operations - percentage, ratio and proportion, average
• Simple and compound interest, profit and loss
• Discount and partnership
• Time and work, time and distance
• Mensuration - area and perimeter of basic geometrical figures
• Basic algebraic identities and linear equations
• Elementary geometry - lines, angles, triangles
• Data interpretation - tables, bar graphs, pie charts
• Square roots, cube roots, and powers

English Language

• Vocabulary - synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution
• Grammar - tenses, articles, prepositions, conjunctions
• Sentence structure and correction
• Fill in the blanks with appropriate words
• Comprehension passages with questions
• Spotting errors in sentences
• Idioms and phrases
• Active and passive voice
• Direct and indirect speech

Hindi Language (Alternative to English)

• व्याकरण - संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया
• समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• पर्यायवाची और विलोम शब्द
• वाक्य संरचना और शुद्धिकरण
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• अपठित गद्यांश पर आधारित प्रश्न
• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति
• वाक्यांशों के लिए एक शब्द

Trade Test Syllabus (For Radio Mechanic)

• Basic electronics - resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, transistors
• Radio communication fundamentals - amplitude modulation, frequency modulation
• Transmitters and receivers - working principles and circuits
• Antenna systems and propagation
• Power supply circuits and voltage regulation
• Testing and troubleshooting of radio equipment
• Basic measurements using multimeter and oscilloscope
• Soldering and de-soldering techniques
• Safety precautions in electronic workshops

Typical / Indicative Salary Structure for BSF Head Constable (RO/RM)

Additional Benefits:

• Free accommodation in BSF campus or HRA
• Free ration or ration money allowance
• Medical facilities for self and family
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension and gratuity benefits
• Group Insurance and CGHS facilities
• Children education allowance
• Risk and hardship allowances at border postings

Salary figures are indicative and may vary based on posting location, allowances applicable, and government revisions.

BSF Head Constables (RO/RM) have excellent career progression opportunities through departmental examinations and time-bound promotions. After 7-10 years of service, HC can be promoted to Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), followed by Sub-Inspector (SI), Inspector, and higher ranks through Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations (LDCE) and seniority. Technical personnel in Radio Operations and Radio Mechanic trades have additional opportunities for specialization training and posting to BSF communication wings, signal units, and technical workshops across the country.

Admit cards for PET/PST and written examination will be released on the official BSF recruitment portal (rectt.bsf.gov.in) approximately 10-15 days before the respective test dates. Candidates must login with their registration number and date of birth to download the admit card. The admit card contains important details including candidate's name, photograph, exam centre address, reporting time, and instructions. No postal dispatch of admit cards is done; candidates must download and bring printout along with valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

PET/PST results are typically declared within 10-15 days after completion of physical tests at all centres, and candidates can check their qualification status on the official website using registration credentials. Written examination results are announced 30-45 days after the CBT test date, showing subject-wise scores and cut-off marks. Final merit list after medical examination is published on the website and selected candidates receive appointment letters through registered post with joining instructions and training centre details.

Typical / Indicative Cutoff Marks (out of 100): General/EWS candidates typically need 45-55 marks, OBC candidates need 40-48 marks, and SC/ST candidates need 35-42 marks to qualify the written examination, depending on vacancy numbers and competition level. PET/PST has fixed qualifying standards with no cutoff variation. Final selection depends on merit in written exam among medically fit candidates, and cutoffs may vary by 5-10 marks across different recruitment cycles based on question difficulty and number of applicants.

Examination Centres

PET/PST and Written Examination centres are located across India:

North: Delhi, Chandigarh, Jammu, Srinagar, Lucknow, Dehradun, Jaipur, Rohtak, Meerut, Bareilly

South: Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Coimbatore, Visakhapatnam, Kochi, Madurai

East: Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Siliguri, Durgapur, Cuttack

West: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune, Surat, Nagpur, Indore, Bhopal, Vadodara, Aurangabad

Northeast: Guwahati, Imphal, Agartala, Shillong, Aizawl, Dibrugarh, Silchar, Kohima

Central: Bhopal, Indore, Raipur, Jabalpur, Gwalior, Bilaspur

Candidates can choose their preferred examination city during application. Final centre within the city is assigned by BSF and mentioned on admit card.