Physical Standard for SSC CGL Exam Posts

Recently I have come across a question on Quora question and answer platform regarding vision requirement for SSC CGL posts. So I have decided to write in details to help aspirants of CGL 2017 or later.
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Physical Standard for SSC CGL Exam Posts

In SSC for some posts, physical examination will be also taken once you clear Tier-1 (Prelims) and Tier-2 (Mains). While you are submitting your form it is important that you can check once that you are eligible for the particular post or not. The posts for which physical examination will be taken are mentioned in the official notification for SSC CGL exam.

Physical Standard for SSC CGL 2017 Post Wise-

1. Physical Standard for the Inspector Posts: In SSC CGL multiple posts are of inspector so for all inspector posts there are same physical standards apply.
The posts of Central Excise, Examiner, Preventive Officer, Inspector and Sub-Inspector in Central Bureau of Narcotics are included in this criteria.

Physical Standard and Tests for Male Candidates

Physical Standard:
Height: 157.5 cm (62.007874 inch)
Note: There will be a 5cm relaxation in particular cases.
Chest: 81 cm

Physical Test:
Walking: 1600 metres (in 15 minutes)
Cycling: 8 Km (in 30 minutes)

Physical Standard and Tests for Female Candidates

Physical Standards:
Height: 152cm (59.84 inch)
Weight: 48 Kg
Note: In particular cases, there will be a 2.5cm relaxation in height and 2 kg in weight.

Physical Test:
Walking: 1000 metres (in 20 minutes)
Cycling: 3 Km (in 25 minutes)

Note: Relaxation in particular cases applicable.


2. Physical standards for the Post of SI in CBI:

Height:
For men - 165 cm
For women - 150 cm (Height relaxable for Hillsmen and Tribals: 5 cm)

Chest: 76 cms: With expansion (Only for Male)

Vision:
Distant vision: 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other eye
Near vision 0.6 in one eye and 0.8 in another eye
Note: With or without glasses


3. Physical standards for the Post of SI in NIA (National Investigation Agency):

Height:
For men - 170 cm
For women - 150 cm (Height relaxable for Hillsmen and Tribals: 5 cm)

Chest: 76 cms: With expansion (Only for Male)

Vision:
Distant vision: 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other eye
Near vision 0.6 in one eye and 0.8 in another eye
Note: With or without glasses

This is advisable to candidates while filling preference first check that if you are eligible for particular posts.

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