Dantewada Police Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026 - 128 Posts

Dantewada Police Bastar Fighter Constable Recruitment 2026 is open for 128 posts; offline applications must reach by 12 December 2026. Only local residents of Dantewada district can apply. Applications are accepted from 02 November 2026 on the prescribed form.

Important Dates

Age Limit

Vacancy Details

Eligibility / Qualification

10th pass from a school in Chhattisgarh / Madhya Pradesh. Scheduled Tribe candidates, and candidates of all categories from Naxal-affected families or families living in relief camps in Naxal-affected areas, are eligible with 5th class pass. The qualification must be held on the last date of application.

Mode Of Selection

• Document verification
• Physical measurement (height and chest)
• Physical Efficiency Test - 100 marks (long jump, high jump, shot put, 100 m run and 800 m run; 20 marks each)
• Written exam - 50 marks, objective type (candidates up to 15 times the number of posts are called)
• Interview - 20 marks
• Bonus marks - maximum 30 marks
• Final merit list on the total of PET, written exam, interview and bonus marks

Where to Submit the Application

Filled application forms can be submitted in person during office hours at any one of these places: (1) Office of the Superintendent of Police, District Dantewada; (2) Office of the Sub-Divisional Officer (Police), Kirandul, Dantewada; (3) Police Station Geedam. Applications can also be sent by registered Indian post to: Office of the Superintendent of Police, District Dantewada, PIN 494449. Candidates sending by post must carry the registered post receipt with them on the date fixed for recruitment.

About the Recruitment

The Superintendent of Police, Dantewada (Chhattisgarh) has invited applications from local candidates of Dantewada district for Bastar Fighter Constable posts. The number of posts and the pay scale may be increased or decreased from time to time as per directions of the State Government and Police Headquarters, Naya Raipur.

Category-wise Vacancy

Physical Standards - Height

Physical Standards - Chest (Male Candidates)

Selection Marks Scheme

Written Exam Pattern

Bonus Marks

How to Apply

1. Read the notification carefully and download the prescribed Bastar Fighter Constable application form.
2. Fill the form in your own clear handwriting and paste a recent passport size photo (not older than 3 months).
3. Attach self-attested copies of marksheets/certificates (education, age proof, caste, local residence, bonus marks, and any other certificate required).
4. Submit the form in person at the SP Office Dantewada, SDO (Police) Office Kirandul or Police Station Geedam, or send it by registered post to the SP Office Dantewada, PIN 494449.
5. Keep the registered post receipt and carry it on the recruitment date.
6. Make sure the application reaches the SP Office by 12 Dec 2026, 05:00 PM.

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Important Points to Know Before Applying for Bastar Fighter Constable

• Candidates get only one chance in the Physical Efficiency Test; they must score 60% in the 100-mark test if Unreserved, and 50% if SC/ST/OBC.
• Female candidates are exempt from the chest measurement standard.
• Candidates must not be knock-kneed or flat-footed, and must have no eye disease and no colour blindness.
• Third gender candidates: standards for male or female apply as per the gender written in their certificate, and the certificate must be submitted.
• Reservation: 10% for ex-servicemen, 30% for local women of Dantewada, 25% for Home Guards (Nagar Sainik), 15% for Assistant Constables, and 10% for ex-Agniveers.
• Dates for document verification, physical measurement, PET, written exam and interview will be issued separately.
• Candidates unhappy with their PET performance may appeal to the Selection Committee, whose decision is final.
• Applying does not guarantee eligibility; the final decision on eligibility rests with the Selection Committee.
• Wrong or incomplete information can lead to cancellation of candidature or termination even after appointment.
• The recruitment follows the State Government notification ESTB-1/762/2025-HOME SECTION dated 31/08/2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for Dantewada Police Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026?

The application must reach the SP Office Dantewada by 12 December 2026, up to 05:00 PM in office hours. Applications received after this are not accepted.

How many vacancies are there for Bastar Fighter Constable in Dantewada?

There are 128 vacancies: 07 Unreserved, 17 OBC, 11 SC and 93 ST.

Who can apply for this recruitment?

Only local residents of Dantewada district can apply.

What is the age limit and educational qualification?

Age must be 18 to 28 years as on 01 Jan 2026, with relaxation as per rules. Qualification is 10th pass from a school in Chhattisgarh/Madhya Pradesh; ST candidates and Naxal-affected families/relief camp residents can apply with 5th pass.

How do I apply for Dantewada Police Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026?

Fill the prescribed form by hand and attach self-attested certificates. Submit it in person at the SP Office Dantewada, SDO (Police) Office Kirandul or Police Station Geedam, or send it by registered post to the SP Office Dantewada, PIN 494449.

What is the selection process?

Selection is by document verification, physical measurement, Physical Efficiency Test (100 marks), written exam (50 marks) and interview (20 marks), plus bonus marks up to 30.