The Border Security Force (BSF) has announced the BSF HC RO RM Exam Date 2026. The computer-based test (CBT) for Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) will be held on 2 November 2026. Radio Operator candidates appear in Shift 1 (9:00 AM to 11:00 AM) and Radio Mechanic candidates in Shift 2 (1:00 PM to 3:00 PM). The admit card is scheduled to be available from 22 October 2026 on the official recruitment portal, rectt.bsf.gov.in.
BSF HC RO RM Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Border Security Force (BSF) |
| Recruitment | BSF Head Constable (Radio Operator and Radio Mechanic) Recruitment, Communication Set-up, Vacancy Year 2025 |
| Posts | Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic), Group C |
| Exam Name | BSF HC RO RM CBT 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | 2 November 2026 (Monday) |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours |
| Admit Card Release Date | 22 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,121 (910 Radio Operator, 211 Radio Mechanic) |
| Official Website | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
BSF HC RO RM CBT Exam Date and Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 24 August 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 23 September 2025 |
| PET/PST Admit Card Released | 17 December 2025 |
| CBT Exam Date Notice | Released on the official website |
| CBT Admit Card Release Date | 22 October 2026 |
| BSF HC RO RM CBT Exam Date | 2 November 2026 |
BSF HC RO RM Exam Schedule and Shift Timing
Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) have separate shifts on the same day. Check your post against the table and plan your travel so that you reach the centre before the gate closes.
| Date | Shift | Post | Exam Time | Reporting Time | Gate Closure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 November 2026 | Shift 1 | Head Constable (Radio Operator) | 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM | 7:30 AM | 8:30 AM |
| 2 November 2026 | Shift 2 | Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) | 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM | 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM |
BSF HC RO RM Admit Card 2026
The BSF HC RO RM admit card for the CBT is scheduled for release on 22 October 2026. It has not been released yet. Once the link is active, it will be available on the official BSF recruitment portal, rectt.bsf.gov.in.
Your admit card carries your exam date, shift, reporting time, exam centre details, and instructions for the day. Login credentials for downloading the admit card: Not Available Officially at the time of writing; they will be shown on the portal when the link goes live.
How to Download the BSF HC RO RM Admit Card
- Open the official BSF recruitment portal, rectt.bsf.gov.in.
- Find the admit card link for Head Constable (Radio Operator) and Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) once it is active.
- Log in with the credentials asked on the portal.
- Check the exam date, shift, reporting time, and centre address on the admit card.
- Download the admit card and take a clear printout for the exam day.
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BSF HC RO RM Exam Details
The BSF HC RO RM CBT is conducted in computer-based mode and runs for 2 hours. The other exam details are listed below.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 2 hours |
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BSF HC RO RM Vacancy Details
The recruitment for the Communication Set-up carries 1,121 vacancies in total.
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (Radio Operator) | 910 |
| Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) | 211 |
| Total | 1,121 |
BSF HC RO RM Selection Process
The selection process for these posts includes the stages below. The CBT on 2 November 2026 is one stage of this process.
- Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Dictation Test and Paragraph Reading Test
- Medical Examination
Important Instructions for the CBT Exam Day
- Reach the centre at the reporting time shown on your admit card. Gate closure is one hour after the reporting time in the schedule above.
- Carry a printed copy of your admit card and the identity proof mentioned on it.
- Check your shift against your post: Radio Operator in Shift 1, Radio Mechanic in Shift 2.
- Check the centre address on the admit card in advance so you do not lose time on exam day.
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BSF HC RO RM Exam Date Important Links
| Link | Status |
|---|---|
| BSF HC RO RM Exam Date Notice | Check Exam Date Notice |
| BSF Recruitment Portal | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
| BSF Official Website | bsf.gov.in |
