BSF RO Mock Test, Syllabus & Pattern
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Recruitment Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 910
- Applicants Volume: 79,928
- Pay Scale / Salary: 25500 - 81100
- Eligibility Criteria: 12th Pass/ITI
- Last Date to Apply: 2025-09-22
Detailed Exam Syllabus & Criteria
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age <br> Relaxation |
| --- | --- |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
| Category | |
| Age <br> Relaxation | |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
| Category | |
| Age <br> Relaxation | |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
| Category | |
| Age <br> Relaxation | |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
| Category | |
| Age <br> Relaxation | |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
| Category | |
| Age <br> Relaxation | |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
| Category | |
| Age <br> Relaxation | |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
| Category | |
| Age <br> Relaxation | |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
| Category | |
| Age <br> Relaxation | |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
| Category | |
| Age <br> Relaxation | |
| Ex-Serviceman (UR) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 3 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman(OBC) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 6 Years | |
| Ex-Serviceman (SC/ST) <br> (after deduction of the Military service rendered from the actual age as on the date of reckoning.) | |
| 8 Years | |
| BSF Serving Constable | |
| General- 40 <br> OBC- 43 <br> SC/ST- 45 | |
| Serving BSF Constable(General) | |
| 40 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(SC/ST) | |
| 45 Years. | |
| Serving BSF Constable(OBC) | |
| 43 Years. | |
| Central Govt Employees(OBC) | |
| 8 Years. | |
| Central Govt. Employees(SC/ST) | |
| 10 Years. | |
All the documents related to the Ex-Serviceman, Presently Serving, education qualification, and identification proof must be submitted at the time of the online application procedure.
BSF RO Nationality Criterion
The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
BSF RO Number of Attempts
There is no such limit to the number of attempts for the BSF RO Examinations. Candidates within 30 years of age can apply multiple times if eligible.
BSF RO Experience
As per the BSF RO/RM Eligibility Criteria no prior experience is needed for the recruitment.
BSF RO Physical Standard
The applicant must satisfy the below given physical standard requirements. However, the candidates must note that Garhwalis, Kumaonese, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Sikkimies persons hailing from Leh & Ladakh, Kashmir Valley, North Eastern States, and the State of Himachal Pradesh shall be given certain relaxations.
| S.no | Physical Standards |
| --- | --- |
| Physical Standards for Male Candidates | |
| Physical Standards for Females Candidates | 1. |
| Height | |
| 168 cms | |
| 157 cms | 2. |
| Weight | |
| Proportionate to Height and Age as per Physical standard | |
| Proportionate to Height and Age as per Physical standard | 3. |
| Chest | |
| 80 cms (85 cms after expansion) | |
| Not Applicable | |
BSF Radio Operator Syllabus, Exam Pattern 2024: Subject-wise Syllabus, Marking Scheme
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BSF RO/RM Syllabus 2024
Aspirants who are willing to attempt the examination for the exam should kick start their preparation with the help of the BSF RO Syllabus provided by a board that consists of sections like mathematics, English, Chemistry, Physics, and General Knowledge.
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BSF RO Mathematics Syllabus
Mathematics is practical work. You do not need here to by heart any things but you have to solve all the mathematical problems daily. Practice makes a man perfect. All the topics are mentioned below:
- Trigonometry
- Cartesian System of Rectangular Coordinates
- Statistics
- Complex Numbers
- Quadratic Equations
- Differentiation
- Introduction to Three Dimensional Geometry
- Straight Lines
- Applications of Derivatives
- Indefinite Integrals Binomial Theorem
- Matrices
- Determinants
- Definite Integrals
- Exponential and Logarithmic Series
- Sets and Set Theory
- Probability Function
- Circles
- Relations and Functions
- Logarithms
- Sequences and Series
- Conic Sections
- Permutations and Combinations
- Vectors
- Limits and Continuity
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BSF RO Physics Syllabus
You will have to cover all the basics of physics which include topics like Quantum Theory and its Applications, Electromagnetic Theory, Electronics, Molecular Physics. You need to cover all topics given below:
- Relativity
- Atomic
- Quantum Theory and its Applications
- Electromagnetic Theory
- Electronics
- Molecular Physics
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Thermodynamics
- Statistical Mechanics
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Mathematical Methods
- Classical Mechanics
- Experimental Physics
BSF RO Chemistry Syllabus
Chemistry is a little tough compared to other subjects so you need to make a timetable, regular revision and practice daily. It consists of various topics like Solid State, Solutions, Redox Reactions, Chemical Kinetics, States of Matter. To score well you need to understand the topics also you need to do a proper revision.
- Thermodynamics
- Classification of Elements
- General Organic Chemistry
- Carboxylic Acids
- Biomolecules
- Hydrocarbons
- Alcohols
- Haloalkanes
- Aldehydes
- Phenols
- Ketones
- Molecular Structure
- Chemical Bonding
- General Chemistry
- Structure of Atom
- Electrochemistry
- Periodicity
- Solid State
- Solutions
- Redox Reactions
- Chemical Kinetics
- States of Matter
- Equilibrium
- Surface Chemistry
- Processes of Isolation of Elements
- Coordination Compounds
- P, D, F Block Elements
- Hydrogen
- D Block Elements
- Alkali and Alkaline earth metals (S Block)
- Haloarenes
- Ethers
- Environmental Chemistry
- Amines
- Chemistry in Everyday Life
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BSF RO Syllabus General Knowledge
If you wish to score well in this section then you need to have an idea about the constitution, Religion, Languages, Capitals, Dance and the most important of all is current affairs. To improve your knowledge you must read newspapers and magazines too. Testbook has launched the special app to improve your current affairs. It will consist of much fresh news which will help to increase your Gk too. Download Testbook CA App Now! Below given are topics that are to be covered under the General Knowledge section :
- Awards
- Authors
- Flower
- Defense
- Culture
- Religion
- Languages
- Capitals
- Dance
- Currencies
- Bird
- Animal
- Mountains
- Ports
- Winners
- Terms
- Common Names
- Full forms
- Soil
- Rivers
- Religion
- Dance
- Heritage and Arts
- Diseases and Nutrition
- Wars and
- Neighbors
- Inland Harbours
- Number of Players
- Culture
- Abbreviations
- Discoveries
- Current Affairs
- History
- Anthem
- Important National Facts
- Heritage and Arts
- Song
- Flag
- Monuments
- Personalities
- Freedom Movement
- Championships
BSF RO General English Syllabus
English is an easy section comparatively, however, it does not mean that you take this section for granted. Your basics like noun, pronoun, adjective, adverbs should be very clear and perfect. It consists of topics like idioms and phrases, synonyms and antonyms, Active and Passive Voice all the topics are given below. To improve your performance you can read many books and magazines.
- Active and Passive Voice
- Completion
- Spelling Test
- Error Correction (Underlined Part)
- Transformation
- Passage Completion
- Spotting Errors
- Substitutes
- Para Completion
- Joining Sentences
- Idioms and Phrases
- Sentence Improvement
- Synonyms
- Sentence Arrangement
- Substitution
- Sentence
- Error Correction (Phrase in Bold)
- Prepositions
- Antonyms
- Fill in the blanks
BSF RO Exam Pattern 2024
The Candidates should go through the detailed BSF RO Exam pattern to get an idea about the sectional weightage, type of questions, marking scheme, etc. The details are given below.
| Section | Subjects |
| --- | --- |
| Total Questions | |
| Total Marks | |
| Duration | |
| Part I | |
| Physics | 40 |
| 80 | 2 Hours |
| Part II | |
| Chemistry | 20 |
| 40 | |
| Part III | |
| Mathematics | 20 |
| 40 | |
| Part IV | |
| English & GK | 20 |
| 40 | |
| Total | 100 |
| 200 | 2 Hours |
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