Inspector (Preventive Officer) – SSC
Quick Info
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹44,900 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior experience required; physical fitness is mandatory.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 30 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Inspector (Preventive Officer) position under CBIC is a high-impact Group B role focused on customs enforcement and anti-smuggling operations. This post offers a monthly pay scale of ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 under Pay Level 7. Eligible candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree and meet prescribed physical fitness standards. This role is particularly attractive for those seeking an adventurous career in coastal and airport security with the authority of a central government officer.
- Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years of age as of August 1, 2026.
- Physical requirements include a chest expansion of 5 cm and specific height criteria for both genders.
- Selection involves Tier-I and Tier-II exams, followed by physical and medical tests conducted by the department.
- Higher standards in the Computer Knowledge Test (CKT) are required for final shortlisting.
- The online application process concludes on June 22, 2026, at 23:00 hours.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400) in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Tier-I: Computer Based Examination (Objective Type) Tier-II: Computer Based Examination (Paper-I, II, and III) Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) for specific posts Document Verification by User Departments
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS: ₹100 Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM: Exempted
Reservation
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, ESM, and PwBD as per Government Orders.
ESM reservation is applicable for Group C posts only.
Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.
PwBD candidates receive up to 15 years of age relaxation depending on category.
How to Apply
- Visit the official SSC website at https://ssc.gov.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered on the new portal.
- Login using your Registration Number and Password.
- Click on the 'Apply' link in the 'Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026' section.
- Fill in the required details and upload a live photograph and scanned signature.
- Pay the application fee online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Cards.
- Review the application form and submit.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Inspector (Preventive Officer) role is in Pay Level 7, offering ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 per month.
Male candidates need a height of 157.5 cm and must complete a 1600m walk in 15 minutes.
A Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized University is the essential qualification.