The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the Delhi Police Constable (Driver) – Male Examination, 2025. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for young aspirants who wish to join Delhi Police as Constable Drivers. The examination will be conducted by SSC through a transparent and competitive process, ensuring equal opportunities for candidates across India. With 737 vacancies announced, this recruitment drive promises a secure government job with an attractive pay scale, benefits, and career growth.
Candidates who meet the required eligibility criteria can apply online only through SSC’s official application portal. The recruitment process includes a Computer-Based Examination (CBE), Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT), Trade Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. In this detailed article, we will cover everything you need to know about the recruitment—such as important dates, application process, eligibility, exam pattern, salary scale, and selection procedure.
Important Dates
Here are the crucial dates for Delhi Police Constable (Driver) Recruitment 2025:
- Start of Online Application: 24th September 2025
- Last Date to Submit Online Application: 15th October 2025 (till 23:00 hours)
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 16th October 2025 (till 23:00 hours)
- Application Correction Window: 23rd October 2025 to 25th October 2025 (till 23:00 hours)
- Tentative Exam Date (Computer Based Test): December 2025 / January 2026
Candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the last date to apply, as heavy traffic on the SSC website may lead to technical issues.
Vacancy Details
The total tentative vacancies announced for Constable (Driver) – Male in Delhi Police are 737. The category-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
- Unreserved (UR): 351
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 73
- Other Backward Class (OBC): 170
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 87
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 56
Total Vacancies: 737
- Out of these, 83 vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) as per government rules.
- The number of vacancies is provisional and may change as per Delhi Police’s requirement.
Salary Scale
The post of Constable (Driver) comes under Pay Level-3 in the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
- Basic Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month
- Pay Matrix Level: 3
- Grade Pay (approx): ₹2000
Along with the basic pay, Constable Drivers in Delhi Police are entitled to various allowances such as:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Ration Allowance
- Risk & Hardship Allowance
- Medical Benefits
- Pension & Retirement Benefits under the New Pension Scheme (NPS)
The in-hand salary is expected to be around ₹35,000 to ₹40,000 per month, depending on posting location and allowances.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for Delhi Police Constable (Driver) – Male 2025, candidates must fulfill the following conditions:
Nationality
- Must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit
- 21 to 30 years as on 01 July 2025.
- Candidate must be born between 02 July 1995 and 01 July 2004.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of military service
- Sportspersons (UR/OBC): 5 years
- Sportspersons (SC/ST): 10 years
- Departmental Candidates of Delhi Police (UR/EWS): up to 40 years
- Departmental Candidates of Delhi Police (OBC): up to 43 years
- Departmental Candidates of Delhi Police (SC/ST): up to 45 years
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board.
Driving Skills
- Must have a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving license on the closing date of application.
- Should be able to drive heavy vehicles confidently.
- Should have knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
Note: Learner’s License will not be accepted.
Application Fee
The application fee for the recruitment process is:
- ₹100/- only (for General/OBC/EWS candidates).
- Exempted (No Fee): SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen.
Fee payment can be made through UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.
Selection Process
The recruitment of Delhi Police Constable (Driver) will follow a multi-stage selection process:
- Computer Based Examination (CBE):
- Conducted in English and Hindi.
- Covers subjects like Reasoning, General Knowledge, Numerical Ability, Traffic Rules, and Vehicle Maintenance.
- Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE&MT):
- Conducted in Delhi.
- Includes running, long jump, high jump, and physical measurements like height and chest expansion.
- Trade Test (Driving Test):
- Practical driving test on heavy vehicles.
- Assessment of driving skills and vehicle maintenance knowledge.
- Document Verification:
- Checking of original certificates for age, qualification, driving license, and category claims.
- Medical Examination:
- Final medical test to ensure physical and medical fitness for police service.
Exam Pattern – Computer Based Examination (CBE)
The CBE will be objective type, multiple-choice questions.
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Time Duration: 90 minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Sections Covered:
- Reasoning Ability
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Numerical Ability
- Traffic Rules/Vehicle Maintenance
Physical Standards
Height & Chest (for Male candidates only):
- Height: Minimum 170 cm (relaxable for certain categories)
- Chest: 81 cm with 4 cm expansion
Physical Endurance (Race, Jump, etc.) will be notified later as per Delhi Police standards.
Additional Benefits
Incentives for NCC Certificate Holders:
- NCC ‘C’ Certificate: 5% bonus marks
- NCC ‘B’ Certificate: 3% bonus marks
- NCC ‘A’ Certificate: 2% bonus marks
Additional Marks for Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) Certificate Holders:
- Distinction: 5% bonus marks
- First Class: 4% bonus marks
- Second Class: 3% bonus marks
- Pass Class: 2% bonus marks
How to Apply
- Visit the official SSC application portal.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
- Log in and select Delhi Police Constable (Driver) – Male Examination 2025.
- Fill the application form carefully with correct details.
- Upload real-time photograph and scanned signature as per format.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Applications submitted through post, email, or offline mode will not be accepted.
