What will be the duration of the written exam of the BSF Head Constable (Ministerial)?

The duration of the exam of the BSF Head Constable (Ministerial) will be 1 hour and 40 minutes.

What will be the duration of the typing test?

The duration of the typing test will be 10 minutes.

What is the selection process for the BSF Head Constable (Ministerial) post?

The selection process for the BSF Head Constable (Ministerial) post consists of three steps: a written examination, a skill test (typing speed test), and a physical test followed by a medical examination.

BSF Head Constable Ministerial Syllabus 2024 and New Exam Pattern 2024

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The Border Security Force (BSF) has published the syllabus for the BSF Head Constable (Ministerial) and ASI (Steno) exams in its official notification. Candidates who have filled out the application form should now check the syllabus to prepare for the upcoming written exam. It’s important to also understand the exam pattern and select appropriate books for preparation. Below, we have provided detailed information about the syllabus for BSF Head Constable (Ministerial) and ASI, which are expected to be conducted in August and September 2024.

BSF HC and ASI Syllabus 2024

The Border security force will soon conduct the written examination for the posts of Head Constable and Assistant Sub Inspector. The registration process was closed on the 8th July 2024. The Exam is expected to be conducted within 4 Months of the application deadline. Students should prepare according to the latest syllabus and exam pattern. In this article, we have discussed the latest syllabus as per the latest notification of BSF.

BSF HCM Syllabus 2024: Overview

The BSF Head Constable exam will be conducted in the upcoming months. With the application process now officially closed, candidates should start preparing for both the written and physical tests. Below is a comprehensive overview of the BSF HCM Syllabus 2024, including the exam pattern, marking scheme, negative marking, passing marks, and more.

BSF HCM Syllabus 2024
Organization	Border Security Force
Posts	BSF Head Constable (Ministerial)
Mode of Examination	Online
Category	Syllabus
Marking Scheme	1 mark
Negative marking	0.25 marks
Selection Process	Written Examination, Skill tests, Physical tests, and Medical tests
Official website	/rectt.bsf.gov.in/

BSF Head Constable Ministerial Syllabus 2024

The BSF Head Constable (HC) and Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) examination will consist of the following stages: Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Computer-Based Test (CBT), Skill Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination (DME/RME). All these stages are mandatory. The examination will be conducted in three phases as follows:

a) 1st Phase : Physical Standards Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
b) 2nd Phase : Computer Base Test (CBT)
c) 3rd Phase : Skill Test, Documents Verification and Medical examination (DME/RME)

According to the BSF notification, the syllabus for the written exam has been included, and the syllabus for the other two posts will be provided similarly soon. If you aim to join BSF as a Head Constable (Ministerial), check the syllabus below to start your preparation for the written exam.

The syllabus for the BSF HC (Ministerial) written examination is as follows –

Subject	Syllabus
English	Error spotting Fill in the blanks Synonyms/Homonyms & Antonyms Spellings Idioms & Phrases One word substitution Improvement of sentences Active/Passive voice of verbs Conversion into direct/indirect narration Shuffling of Sentence parts Cloze Passage Comprehension Passage Miscellaneous
Hindi	Knowledge of the Hindi Language Basic knowledge of Hindi Grammar Alphabets Synonyms & Antonyms Polygamist Fill in the blanks Gender Speech Karak Pronouns Adjectives Verb Tense Voice Noun Suffix Idioms & phrases Ras Alankaar Famous poets and their poetry Awards in the Hindi Language
General Intelligence	Verbal and Non-Verbal reasoning Semantic analogy Symbolic operations Symbolic/Number Analogy, Trends Figural Analogy Space orientation Semantic classification Venn diagram Symbolic/Number Classification Drawing inferences Figural Classification Punched hole/pattern folding & unfolding Semantic series Figural Pattern folding Number Series Embedded figures Figural Series Critical thinking Problem-Solving Emotional Intelligence Word building Social Intelligence Coding & decoding Other subtopics
Numerical Aptitude	Number systems Computation of the whole number Decimal and fractions Relationship between numbers Fundamental arithmetic operations Percentage Ratio & Proportion Square roots Averages Interest (Simple and Compound) Profit and Loss Discount Partnership Business Algebra Geometry Triangles Congruence and similarity of triangles Circles Tangents Menstruation Triangle Quadrilaterals Regular polygons Circle Right prism Right circular Cone Right circular cylinder Sphere Hemisphere Rectangular parallelepiped Regular right Pyramid with a triangular or square Base Trigonometry Statistical charts Miscellaneous
Clerical Aptitude	Alphabetic filing Attention to detail Data checking Comparison ability Spelling checking Error spotting Miscellaneous
Computer Knowledge	Basic computer fundamentals History and Future of computers Operating systems and basics of Windows Computer abbreviations MS Office (word and Excel) Short keys Computer communication & Internet Miscellaneous

BSF HCM Exam Pattern 2024

We have updated the latest exam pattern for the BSF Recruitment notification 2024. The Written Test is mandatory to clear Practice is the key to an objective-based written exam and for that knowing the section, it includes and the weightage, every section holds, is very important so that the preparation could be started accordingly. It is to note that only those candidates who qualify the physical efficiency test will be eligible to appear for the written stage.

The written examination will be conducted in the Second phase.

The written examination is of 100 marks.
It will be an objective type test.
And there also be a Typing Speed Test.

Subjects	No of Questions	Marks
English/ Hindi Language	20	20
General Intelligence	20	20
Numerical Aptitude	20	20
Clerical Aptitude	20	20
Basic Computer Knowledge	20	20
Total	100	100

Important points related to BSF Head Constable (Ministerial) Written Exam

Each question will be of 1 mark
The duration of the exam will be of 1 hour and 40 minutes.
The minimum qualifying marks are 35% for unreserved category candidates, and 33% for OBC, SC and ST candidates.

BSF HC Exam Pattern 2024: Typing Speed Test

In the BSF HCM and ASI examination, a skill test is conducted after the written examination which a candidate must qualify. Candidates eligible for the ASI (Steno) position based on physical measurements will proceed to a stenography speed test. For English, the transcription must be completed in 50 minutes, and for Hindi, in 65 minutes, using a computer.

Candidates eligible for the HC (Min) position based on physical measurements will undergo a typing test. They must type a given passage within 10 minutes.

Post Name	Skill Test Requirements
For ASI (Stenographer)	Shorthand @ 80 words per minute in English OR in Hindi in 10 minutes. Transcription of dictation in English in 50 minutes OR in Hindi in 65 minutes on computer.
For HC (Min) (Typing Test)	35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer. (35 w.p.m in English and 30 w.p.m in Hindi correspond to 10500 KDPH in English and 9000 KDPH in Hindi, respectively, with an average of 5 key depressions for each word on the computer). Time Allowed: 10 minutes

Tips To Cover BSF HCM Syllabus 2024

Understand the BSF Head Constable Ministerial syllabus and exam pattern to prepare effectively.
Study both basic and advanced topics thoroughly to perform well in the exam.
Refer to recommended books suggested by experts for better preparation.
Practice mock tests and previous years’ papers to identify strengths and weaknesses and improve time management skills.

BSF Physical Efficiency Test/ Physical Standard Test

Physical Standard plays an important role in the Examination. Candidates are advised to stay fit and practice the physical fitness activity on the daily basis to clear the Physical efficiency test in the first step. In this BSF HC and ASI Exam , The PST is the first stage exam which is necessary to clear to move on to the next stages of the BSF.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET):

For male candidates: 1.6 Km race in 06 minutes and 30 seconds.
For female candidates: 800 meter race in 04 minutes and 45 seconds.

Physical Standard Test ( PST):

The minimum eligible height for the Male candidates is 165 cm (With few Exception) The minimum eligible height for female candidates is 155 Cm.

Category of candidates	Height (in Cms)	Chest (in Cms) (Unexpanded/Expanded)
Male candidates except those listed below	165	77 / 82
Male Candidates falling in the categories of Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to the state of Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh Manipur Tripura Mizoram	162.5	77 / 82
All male candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes	162.5	76 / 81
Female candidates except those listed below	155	NA
Female candidates falling in the categories of Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to the state of Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Leh & Ladakh Regions and Kashmir Valley	150	NA
All female candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes	150	NA