• Written By Zeshan Naz
  • Last Modified 27-01-2023

BSF Online Form 2022: Apply for ASI & Constable Posts

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BSF Online Form 2022: The Border Security Force will activate the registration link to fill 2788 BSF Constable Tradesman posts on January 15, 2022. The last date to fill BSF CT Tradesman application form is February 28, 2022. However, BSF will soon release the application form for the recruitment of posts like Assistant Aircraft Mechanic, Assistant Radio Mechanic on its official website i.e. bsf.gov.in. The direct link to fill the BSF Online Form 2022 is given below on this page. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria before filling BSF registration form for the recruitment of eligible staff in its Air Wing department.

Every year, lakhs of candidates appear in the BSF Recruitment drive in order to achieve a respectful career and fulfil the urge to do something for the nation. Recently, the conducting body has announced a total of 2788 vacancies, out of which 2651 posts are reserved for male candidates, and 137 posts for female candidates. Read the article to have all the relevant details on BSF Online Form 2022.

Latest:
Click here to apply online for the BSF Constable Tradesman Recruitment 2022.

BSF 2022 Overview

Go through the below table to have an overview of BSF 2022 recruitment:

BSF Recruitment 2022 Notification
Organization BSF
Full Form Border Security Force
Posts To be announced
Total Vacancies To be announced
Job Type Central Government Jobs
Last Date to Apply To be announced
Mode of Application Online
BSF Official Website www.bsf.gov.in

BSF Online Form Dates

It is important for you to know the BSF recruitment dates in order to fill BSF online form efficiently. The conducting body has recently released the recruitment notification for various posts in its Air Wing. Candidates must check the table given below to know more about the important date related to the BSF Online Form 2022.

EventsDates
Starting Date of BSF Constable Tradesman Online FormJanuary 15, 2022
Last Date of RegistrationFebruary 28, 2022
Last Date of Fee PaymentMarch 2022
BSF Written ExamTo be announced

How to Fill BSF Application Form?

The BSF Application Form can be filled via online mode only. Candidates can check the step-by-step procedure to know the procedure to fill the BSF Online Form 2022:

  • Step 1: Visit the official website of the Border Security Force.
  • Step 2: Click on the ‘Recruitment‘ option on the homepage.
  • Step 3: Read the instruction related to the application form carefully.
  • Step 4: Proceed towards filling the BSF application form by clicking on ‘Apply Here’.
  • Step 5: Register yourself by filling in the details such as Name, Mobile Number, Email ID.
  • Step 6: Click on ‘Generate OTP’.
  • Step 7: An OTP will be sent on your entered mobile number.
  • Step 8: Enter OTP after receiving it on your number.
  • Step 9: Click on ‘Submit Option‘.
  • Step 10: Now you have registered yourself on the applicant portal.
  • Step 11: Login on the Applicant Portal by using your registered credentials such as Email ID and Password.
  • Step 12: Click on the ‘Login‘ option.
  • Step 13: Fill in the asked details and pay the application fee via online mode.

BSF Application Fees

Candidates have to submit the application fee for BSF recruitment exam 2022 via online mode. Candidates can check the below table to know the application fees category-wise. Aspirants can pay the fee by using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking etc.

CategoryApplication Fees
GeneralRs. 100/-
SCExempted
STExempted
BSF serving personnelExempted
Ex-ServicemenExempted
Women candidatesExempted

BSF Eligibility Criteria

Find below the eligibility criteria for different posts under the BSF recruitment 2022: 

MI Fleet in BSF Air Wing

The eligibility for MI Fleet in BSF Air wing is specific to the post applied for. The maximum age limit is 56 years and there is requirement of Flying Experience depending on the post. The detailed eligibility for each of the post is provided in the official notification.

Senior Inspector (Engine Driver)

  1. Candidates must be 22 to 28 years of age to apply for this post. 
  2. Candidates must have cleared the 10+2 level exam from a recognized board of education in India.
  3. Candidates must be having a first-class engine driver certificate issued by the state or central mercantile marine department or inland water transport authority. 

Senior Inspector (Workshop)

  1. Candidates must be 20 to 25 years of age.
  2. Candidates must have completed graduation in mechanical engineering from a recognized University in India, or three years diploma in marine or mechanical or automobile engineering from a recognized University. 

Head Constable (Master)

  1. Candidates must be 20 to 25 years of age.
  2. Candidates must have a Serang Certificate, and matriculation or equivalent certificate issued by a recognized board of education in India. 

Senior Inspector (Master)

  1. Candidates must be of 22 to 28 years of age. 
  2. Candidates must be having a 10+2 or equivalent level certificate issued by a recognized board of education in India. 
  3. Also, candidates must have a second class master certificate issued by the state or central mercantile marine department or inland water transport authority.

Head Constable (Workshop)

  1. Candidates must be 20 to 25 years of age. 
  2. Candidates must be having a 10+2 or equivalent level certificate issued by a recognized board of education in India.
  3. Candidates must be having a diploma certificate in industrial training institute in respective trade issued by the recognized institute. 

CT (Crew)

  1. Candidates must be of 20 to 25 years of age. 
  2. Candidates should have a matriculation or equivalent level education certificate from a recognized board of education in India. 
  3. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in the operations of a boat below 265 HP. 
  4. Candidates must be knowing swimming in deep water without any assistance and should submit an undertaking certificate as provided in Annexure D – 1. 

Head Constable (Engine Driver)

  1. Candidates must be of 20 to 25 years of age. 
  2. Candidates must be having a second class certificate in engine driving. 
  3. Candidates must be having matriculation or any other equivalent certificate from a recognized board of education. 

BSF Air Wing Recruitment

Post NameEducational Qualification And ExperienceAge Limit
Assistant Aircraft Mechanic1. Candidate must have a three-year diploma in the relevant trade recognized by the Directorate General Civil Aviation or Group ‘X’ diploma issued by the Indian Air Force.
2. Two years of relevant aviation experience after the completion of the diploma.
Must not exceed 28 Years as on July 2022
Assistant Radio Mechanic1. Candidate must have a three-year diploma in Telecommunication or Electronics Engineering recognized by the Directorate General Civil Aviation or Group ‘X’ Radio diploma issued by the Indian Air Force.
2. Two years of relevant experience in maintenance or overhauling of communication or Navigation equipment fitted in Aircraft or Helicopter held by Border Security Force.
Must not exceed 28 Years as on July 2022
Constable1. Candidate must have matriculation pass degree with Science from a recognized Board.
2. Two years of working experience in a store or warehousing of any Government or Public Sector Undertaking or autonomous or private firm or institution.
3. Working knowledge in computer or having prior aviation experience is preferable.
20 Years to 25 Years

As per the official notification of BSF recruitment candidates belonging to the physically handicapped category are not eligible to apply for this exam. Following are the physical standard requirements to apply for the BSF recruitment 2022: 

There is age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST category candidates and 3 years for OBC category candidates and Ex-servicemen. For detailed Eligibility Criteria check BSF Recruitment 2022.

Physical Standard Requirements 
Candidate’s Category Physical Requirements 
Person Belonging to Union Territories and other states Minimum Height: 165 cmsMinimum Chest Width: 75 cm (Unexpanded)80 cms (expanded)
Adivasis / Scheduled Tribes of all States and Union Territories including Nagas and MizosMinimum Height: 160 cmsMinimum Chest Width: 73 cm (Unexpanded)78 cms (expanded)
Candidates belonging to the hilly area of Himachal Pradesh, Garhwal, Kumaon, Sikkim, Leh & Ladakh, and Northeastern states.Candidate belonging to the state of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Goa and Kerala Candidates belonging to Dogras Candidate belonging to the U T of Lakshadweep, Andaman and Nicobar island, Pondicherry, Daman and Diu Minimum Height: 162. 5 minimum Chest Width: 75 cm (Unexpanded)80 cms (expanded)

For Assistant Aircraft Mechanic and Assistant Radio Mechanic

MeasurementMaleFemale
Height165 Cms (Relaxable by 5 Cms for Hill Tribes and Adhivasis)Shall not be less than 150 Cms
WeightWeight corresponding to the heightWeight corresponding to the height
Chest76 to 80 Cms (Relaxable by 2 Cms for candidates below 20 years of age)No requirement of chest measurement.

For Constable (Storeman)

MeasurementMaleFemale
Height165 CmsShall not be less than 150 Cms
WeightProportionate to height and age as per Medical Standards.Proportionate to height and age as per Medical Standards.
Chest80 Cms (Un-expanded)
85 Cms (Expanded)
No requirement of chest measurement.
Medical Standards

The minimum distant vision of the applicants applying to this post should be 6/6 and 6/9 of both eyes without glasses. They must pass the high-grade colour vision test. Applicants should not have knock-knees, quint in eyes, varicose vein or flat feet and should hold CP- III by ISHIHARA.

BSF Exam Pattern

The BSF Group A, B & C Recruitment consists of the following stages

  1. Written Examination
  2. Physical Efficiency Test
  3. Trade Test
  4. Medical Examination

Written Exam Paper Pattern

  1. Check out below the written paper exam pattern for the post of the senior inspector (engine driver), senior inspector (master), senior inspector (workshop): 
Subjects Weightage Duration 
Part-A: General Knowledge and AwarenessNumber of Questions: 25
Sectional Marks: 25
No sectional time limit 
Part-B: Reasoning AbilityNumber of Questions: 25
Sectional Marks: 25
No sectional time limit 
Part-C: Numerical AbilityNumber of Questions: 25
Sectional Marks: 25
No sectional time limit 
Part-D: Trade AwarenessNumber of Questions: 25
Sectional Marks: 25
No sectional time limit 
Total Number of Questions: 100
Total Marks: 100
2 hours (120 mins) 

2. Check out below the written exam paper pattern for the post of Head Constable (Workshop), CT (Crew), Head Constable (engine driver), Head Constable (Master): 

Paper Pattern 

Subjects Weightage Duration 
Part – A: General Knowledge and AwarenessNumber of Questions: 35
Sectional Marks: 35
No sectional time limit 
Part – B: Reasoning AbilityNumber of Questions: 35
Sectional Marks: 35
No sectional time limit 
Part – C: Numerical AbilityNumber of Questions: 30
Sectional Marks: 30
No sectional time limit 
Total Number of Questions: 100
Total Marks: 100
2 hours (120 mins) 

3. Check out the written exam pattern for the posts of Assistant Aircraft Mechanic, Assistant Radio Mechanic, and Constable.

SubjectsNo. of QuestionsMarks
General Awareness25 Questions25 Marks
General English25 Questions25 Marks
Numerical Aptitude25 Questions25 Marks
Technical Subject25 Questions25 Marks
TOTAL100 Questions100 Marks

NOTE: Time duration to complete the BSF written exam is 120 Minutes.

Physical Standard Test (PST)

The authorities will examine the weight, height, and chest measurements of candidates as per the provided physical standards under the BSF notification. The physical standards required are mentioned above in the eligibility criteria.

Physical Examination Test (PET)

Under the Physical examination Test candidates will be examined on the following basis: 

Selection Events 
Events Criteria 
One Mile Race 8 minutes
High Jump 3 feet 6 inches (3 attempts)
Long Jump 11 feet (3 attempts)

For Assistant Aircraft Mechanic and Assistant Radio Mechanic

EventsMaleFemale
One Mile Run8 Minutes12 Minutes
Standing Broad Jump4 Feet 6 Inch3 Feet
Clear the Ditch6 Feet4 Feet
Jump and Reach7 Feet (Excluding 1 Feet reach)6 Feet (Excluding 1 Feet reach)

For Constable post

EventsMaleFemale
Run (in Kms)5 Kms1.6 Kms
Time24 Minutes8 Minutes 30 Seconds

Trade Test 

In the trade, test candidates will be selected based on the experience and knowledge in the specific technical field or trade applied by them under the BSF recruitment.  

Medical Exam 

In the medical exam candidates will be selected on the following grounds: 

BSF Medical Exam (EyeSight Test)

Visual Acuity Unaided (Near Vision) Better EyeN6
Visual Acuity Unaided (Near Vision) Worse Eye N9
Uncorrected Visual Acuity (Distant vision) Better Eye 6 /6
Uncorrected Visual Acuity (Distant vision) Worse Eye6 /9
RefractionAny type of vision correction is not allowed (Not even glasses)
Remarks Binocular vision is required. The right eye is the better eye in the right person and vice versa. 

FAQs on BSF Registration

Candidates must check the frequently asked questions related to the BSF Online Form 2022 to clear out their doubts.

Question 1: Is there any fee for the BSF Online form 2022 for all the category candidates?

Answer: Yes. General and OBC category candidates must pay Rs. 200 after filling BSF Online form 2022. SC/ST and female candidates are exempt from paying fees.

Question 2: Which subjects I will have to study to clear the written exam of BSF Recruitment 2022?

Answer: The written examination will consist of questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English & General Knowledge.

Question 3: Where do I fill BSF Online form 2022?

Answer: The BSF Recruitment 2022 is available for download on BSF official website and must be filled offline.

Question 4: Is there negative marks in BSF Recruitment 2022 Written Exam?

Answer: The BSF Recruitment 2022 written Examination consists of 100 questions. Each question carries 2 marks. There will be a deduction of 0.5 marks for each incorrect answer.

Question 5: Where should I send the filled application form?

Answer: The BSF Recruitment 2022 application form must be filled and sent to the Respective BSF IGs office. The details are given in the article.

If you have any query regarding this article on BSF Online Form 2022 do let us know about it in the comment section below and we will get back to you soon. 

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