GSSC Platoon Commander (Male) Recruitment 2026
Platoon Commander (Male) — GSSC Recruitment 2026
📅 Recruitment Overview
Part of the GSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 which advertises 722 total posts across various departments including Goa Police, Forest Department, etc.
Platoon Commander (Male) has 4 vacancies (3 for Unreserved/General, 1 for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)).
📍 Important Dates
Detailed Notification: Advertisement No. 02 of Year 2026 (brief released 13 Feb 2026; detailed likely around 20 Feb 2026)
Application Start: 20 Feb 2026 online (portal opens)
Last Date to Apply: 13 Mar 2026
➡ Applications must be submitted online only through the official GSSC portal: https://gssc.goa.gov.in
📋 Eligibility & Qualification
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must have completed Intermediate (12th) of a recognized board or equivalent. (cbes.goa.gov.in)
📌 Age Limit
Maximum age up to 45 years (relaxation may apply as per Goa Government rules). (cbes.goa.gov.in)
🧠 Language & Skills
Knowledge of Konkani is essential. (cbes.goa.gov.in)
Desirable: Knowledge of Marathi. (cbes.goa.gov.in)
💪 Physical & Training Requirements
Since Platoon Commander is a uniformed/field-oriented post, the following requirements are part of eligibility: (cbes.goa.gov.in)
📏 Physical Standards
Minimum Height: 165 cm (5′-5″) (cbes.goa.gov.in)
Chest Measurement:– Unexpanded: 31″ (78 cm)– Expanded: 33″ (83 cm) (cbes.goa.gov.in)
🧎 Physical Efficiency & Training
Candidates should undergo and qualify:
Physical efficiency test on the model of One Star National Physical Efficiency Test (cbes.goa.gov.in)
Training / courses as may be required — examples include:
Drill
Arms Drill
Weapons training
First Aid
Rescue
Fire Fighting
Communications(Or ability to impart training in at least three of these areas). (cbes.goa.gov.in)
🧪 Selection Process (Expected)
The selection for Platoon Commander is part of the Group-C recruitment drive and will broadly include:
Written / Computer Based Test (CBT) – Objective questions covering relevant subjects/general awareness.
Physical Measurement & Physical Efficiency Test – qualify for field fitness.
Document Verification – verification of certificates and eligibility.
Medical Examination – ensuring physical fitness for duty.
Exact paper pattern, syllabus and marks distribution will be detailed in the full notification PDF on the official portal.
💼 Pay & Job Role
Although the full notification will specify exact pay details, Platoon Commander posts under GSSC Group C typically fall under a Level-4/L-5 pay scale of the Goa Government pay matrix (roughly ₹25,000 – ₹92,300, depending on grade and allowances).
As a Platoon Commander (Male), duties often include:
Leading platoon units in security or operational duties
Training and drill instruction
Supporting district/home guard or police operations
Coordination during civil defense activities
📍GSSC Platoon Commander (Male) 2026
Recruiting Body Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC)
Advertisement No. 02 of Year 2026
Total Vacancies 4 posts
EducationIntermediate (12th) passed
Age Limit Up to 45 years (relaxations as applicable)
Language Konkani essential (Marathi desirable)
Physical Standards Height & chest measurements defined
Selection - Written/CBT → Physical → Verification → Medical
Apply Onlinehttps://gssc.goa.gov.in
Application Window20 Feb – 13 Mar 2026