SSC GD Physical Test 2026 – Running, Height, Chest & Full Details

📌 Introduction

If you are preparing for SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2026, then clearing the Physical Test (PET & PST) is very important.

Many candidates clear the written exam but fail in physical due to lack of preparation.

👉 In this article, you will get:

• ✅ SSC GD Physical Test details
• ✅ Running time
• ✅ Height & chest criteria
• ✅ Male & female requirements
• ✅ Preparation tips

🏃 SSC GD Physical Test 2026 (Overview)

The SSC GD selection includes:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
3. Physical Standard Test (PST)
4. Medical Test

🏃‍♂️ SSC GD Running Test 2026 (PET Details)

👨 Male Candidates

👉 For Ladakh region:

• 1.6 km in 7 minutes

👩 Female Candidates

👉 For Ladakh region:

• 800 meters in 5 minutes

📏 SSC GD Height Criteria 2026 (PST)

👨 Male Candidates

👩 Female Candidates

📐 SSC GD Chest Measurement (Male Only)

👉 Female candidates: ❌ No chest requirement

🌍 SSC GD Height Relaxation (Important)

Height relaxation is given for:

• North East States
• Gorkha candidates
• Scheduled Tribes
• Hill areas

👉 Relaxation: 2–5 cm depending on category

⚖️ SSC GD Physical Test Rules

• No marks are given (Qualifying only)
• Must pass both PET & PST
• No second chance
• Measurement is strict (no rounding off)

❌ Common Reasons for Rejection

• Failing running test
• Not meeting height/chest criteria
• Incorrect documents
• Medical issues

🧠 SSC GD Physical Preparation Tips

• Practice running daily (5 km target)
• Improve stamina gradually
• Do stretching & warm-up
• Maintain proper diet
• Sleep properly

📄 Documents Required

• Admit card
• ID proof
• Caste certificate
• Domicile certificate