The Border Security Force will publish the BSF Head Constable Syllabus 2024, along with a complete notification, on its official website. All candidates wanting to compete in the forthcoming written test should review the BSF Head Constable Ministerial syllabus and organize their preparation appropriately. After studying the prescribed syllabus, candidates should review the BSF Head Constable Ministerial exam pattern to learn about the exam details for preparation.
BSF Head Constable Syllabus 2024
The Border Security Force is accepting applications to fill Head Constable (Ministerial) positions. Candidates will be selected for the position based on their performance in the written exam, physical measurement, ASI shorthand test, HC typing speed test, paperwork, and medical examination. The BSF Head Constable Syllabus has five subjects: Hindi/English Language, General Intelligence, Numerical Aptitude, Clerical Aptitude, and Basic Computer Knowledge.
Identifying grammatical or spelling mistakes in sentences.
Fill in the Blanks
Completing sentences by filling in missing words.
Synonyms/Homonyms
Finding words with similar meanings or identifying words that sound alike but have different meanings.
Antonyms
Identifying words with opposite meanings.
Spellings/Detecting Misspelt Words
Identifying incorrectly spelled words.
Idioms & Phrases
Understanding and using idiomatic expressions and phrases.
One Word Substitution
Replacing phrases with a single word that conveys the same meaning.
Improvement of Sentences
Rewriting sentences to improve clarity, grammar, or style.
Active/Passive Voice of Verbs
Converting sentences from active to passive voice and vice versa.
Conversion into Direct/Indirect Narration
Converting sentences from direct to indirect speech and vice versa.
Shuffling of Sentence Parts
Rearranging parts of a sentence to form a coherent sentence.
Shuffling of Sentences in a Passage
Rearranging sentences to form a coherent passage.
Cloze Passage
Filling in blanks in a passage with appropriate words.
Comprehension
Reading passages and answering questions based on the content.
Passage and Miscellaneous
Answering various types of questions based on a given passage.
BSF Head Constable Syllabus for General Intelligence
Topics for General Intelligence covered in BSF Head Constable Syllabus
Semantic Analogy
Figural Classification
Symbolic operations
Punched hole/pattern-folding & unfolding
Symbolic/Number Analogy
Semantic Series
Trends
Figural Pattern-folding and completion
Figural Analogy
Number Series
Space Orientation
Embedded figures
Semantic Classification
Figural Series
Venn Diagrams
Critical Thinking
Symbolic/Number Classification
Problem Solving
Drawing inferences
Emotional Intelligence
Coding and decoding
Word Building
Other subtopics
Social Intelligence
BSF Head Constable Syllabus for Numerical Aptitude
Topic
Subtopics
Number Systems
Computation of whole numbers
Decimals and Fractions
Relationship between numbers
Fundamental Arithmetic
Percentage
Ratio and Proportion
Square roots
Averages
Interest (Simple and Compound)
Profit and Loss
Discount
Partnership Business
Mixture and Alligation
Time and distance
Time and work
Algebra
Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra
Elementary surds (simple problems)
Graphs of Linear Equations
Geometry
Familiarity with elementary geometric figures and facts
Triangle and its various kinds of centers
Congruence and similarity of triangles
Circle and its chords
Tangents
Angles subtended by chords of a circle
Common tangents to two or more circles
Mensuration
Triangle
Quadrilaterals
Regular Polygons
Circle
Right Prism
Right Circular Cone
Right Circular Cylinder
Sphere
Hemisphere
Rectangular Parallelepiped
Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square Base
Trigonometry
Trigonometry
Trigonometric ratios
Complementary angles
Height and distances (simple problems only)
Standard identities like sin²θ + cos²θ = 1, etc.
Statistical Charts
Use of Tables and Graphs
Histogram
Frequency Polygon
Bar diagram
Pie-chart
BSF Head Constable Syllabus for Clerical Aptitude
Topic
Description
Alphabetic Filing
Organizing and sorting documents or data in alphabetical order to ensure easy retrieval and management.
Attention to Detail
Carefully and thoroughly checking work to ensure accuracy and completeness, avoiding errors and omissions.
Data Checking
Reviewing and verifying data for correctness and consistency, ensuring that information is accurate and reliable.
Comparison Ability
Assessing and comparing data or documents to identify similarities and differences, and ensuring consistency.
Spelling Checking
Ensuring that all written content is free from spelling errors, maintaining professionalism and clarity.
Errors Spotting
Identifying and correcting mistakes or inconsistencies in documents, data entries, and other clerical work.
Other Miscellaneous Issues
Handling various other tasks that require aptitude and clerical skills, including problem-solving and adaptability.
BSF Head Constable Syllabus for Computer Knowledge
Topic
Description
Basic Computer Fundamentals
Understanding the basic components, functions, and operations of a computer.
History and Future of Computers
Overview of the development of computers from early models to modern advancements, and potential future trends.
Operating System and Basics of Windows
Introduction to operating systems with a focus on Windows, including navigation, file management, and basic settings.
Computer Abbreviation
Common abbreviations and acronyms used in computer terminology (e.g., CPU, RAM, HDD).
Microsoft Office (MS Word and Excel)
Basic skills and functionalities of Microsoft Word and Excel, including document creation, formatting, and spreadsheet management.
Short Keys
Keyboard shortcuts for common tasks to improve efficiency and productivity in using computers and software applications.
Computer Communication and the Internet
Understanding how computers communicate over networks, including basics of the Internet, email, and online safety.
Miscellaneous
Various other computer-related topics and skills not covered in the above categories, addressing additional practical knowledge.
BSF Head Constable Exam Pattern 2024
Candidates must review the BSF Head Constable Ministerial Exam Pattern 2024 to grasp the exam requirements, question weightage, and marking scheme as established by the authority. Check the BSF Head Constable exam pattern for each stage listed below.
Written Exam
The written exam will be either an OMR-based objective type with multiple choice or a computer-based test.
The BSF Head Constable Ministerial exam pattern specifies that the question paper would be in Hindi and English.
The minimum qualifying scores for the general/EWS category will be 35%, while the OBC, SC, and ST categories would require 33%.
BSF Head Constable Ministerial Exam Pattern 2024
Part
Subject
Maximum Marks
Part I
Hindi/English Language
20 marks
Part II
General Intelligence
20 marks
Part III
Numerical Aptitude
20 marks
Part IV
Clerical Aptitude
20 marks
Part V
Basic Computer Knowledge
20 marks
Physical Measurement Test
Candidates who pass the written exam will be shortlisted for the physical measurement test. All shortlisted candidates who meet the basic physical standards, i.e. height and chest (chest applicable exclusively to male candidates), will be invited to participate in subsequent recruiting tests. Check out the BSF HC (Min) physical measuring tests below.
BSF Head Constable Ministerial Physical Standard Test 2024
Height
Category
Male
Female
For all the candidates except for candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes
165 cms
155 cms
Candidates falling in the categories of Garwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to the States of Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Himachal Pradesh and Kashmir, Leh & Ladakh regions
162.5 cms
150 cms
Candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes categories
162.5 cms
150 cms
Chest (Not Applicable for Female categories)
Gen/OBC/SC/EWS categories
77 cms (Un-expanded)82 cms (Expanded)
–
ST categories
76 cms (Un-expanded)81 cms (Expanded)
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Skill Test
Candidates who apply for the HC(Min) position and are found to be physically qualified will be shortlisted for the Typing test. They must complete the assigned passage/matter in 10 minutes.
BSF Head Constable Ministerial Skill Test Pattern
Post Name
Skill Test Requirements
For HC(Min) (Typing Test)
35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on the 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
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