Candidates who wish to apply for SSB ASI Recruitment 2026 must ensure that they fulfil the required age limit and educational qualification for the Assistant Sub Inspector posts in the paramedical cadre. Age Limit: 18 to 27 years as on 20 April 2026 (last date of application). Upper age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, Ex-servicemen and other reserved categories as per Government rules. Nationality: The applicant must be a citizen of India. Post Wise SSB Assistant Sub Inspector Qualification ASI (Radiographer): 12th pass with Science + 2 years Diploma in Medical Imaging Technology / Radiography from a recognised institute + minimum 1 year experience as Radiographer in a recognised Radiology Imaging Centre or 100 bedded hospital. ASI (Pharmacist): 12th pass with Science + 2 years Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised institution + registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act, 1948 + minimum 1 year experience as Pharmacist in a 100 bedded hospital. ASI (Operation Theatre Technician): 12th pass from a recognised board + Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology from a recognised institute + relevant experience as OT Technician/Assistant in a recognised hospital. ASI (Dental Technician): 12th pass with Science + Diploma/Certificate in Dental Technician/Mechanic course from a recognised institute + experience in dental lab/department of recognised hospital as per notification.

Candidates applying for SSB ASI Recruitment 2026 have to pay the prescribed examination fee online as per their category. The SSB Assistant Sub Inspector application fee 2026 once paid will not be refunded or adjusted for any other recruitment. Category SSB ASI Application Fee 2026 General / OBC / EWS Rs. 100/- SC / ST Nil (No Fee) Female Candidates Nil (Exempted) Ex-Servicemen Nil (Exempted) Mode of Payment Online – Net Banking, UPI, Credit Card, Debit Card The SSB ASI exam fee 2026 must be paid through online payment gateways only; offline/challan payments will not be accepted as per the notification.

The selection process for SSB ASI Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in multiple stages to assess the physical fitness, knowledge and medical standards of the candidates. Only those who qualify each stage of the SSB Assistant Sub Inspector selection process 2026 will be considered for final appointment. Physical Standard Test (PST): Measurement of height, chest and weight as per SSB ASI paramedical standards. Candidates who do not meet the prescribed physical standards will be disqualified at this stage. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Running and other endurance events as per Sashastra Seema Bal norms for Assistant Sub Inspector posts (pattern similar to other SSB non‑GD posts; details are given in the notification). Written Examination: Objective type written test/CBT consisting of questions from General Knowledge, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General English/Hindi and technical/paramedical subject related to the ASI post. Skill/Trade Test (if applicable): Practical test to assess professional skills for posts like Radiographer, Pharmacist, OT Technician and Dental Technician as per SSB ASI recruitment rules. Document Verification: Verification of original documents such as educational certificates, diplomas, experience certificates, caste certificate, age proof, identity proof and other required documents. Medical Examination: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME), if required, to check fitness as per SSB medical standards for paramilitary service. Final Merit List: Preparation of final merit list of candidates qualified in all stages, based on marks in written/technical tests and subject to qualifying PET, PST and medical standards.