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Key Facts: BSF Tradesman Exam

100

MCQs / 100 marks

BSF Tradesman written pattern summaries (Prepp, PW, Career Power)

2 hours

Written exam duration

BSF Constable Tradesman exam pattern

25 each

Questions per section (4 sections)

Official-pattern summaries for CT Tradesman

35% / 33%

Typical written qualifying marks (UR-EWS-ESM / SC-ST-OBC)

BSF Tradesman qualifying marks summaries

Class 10

Written paper academic level

BSF Tradesman syllabus pattern notes

BSF Constable (Tradesman) written exam: 100 MCQs / 100 marks / 2 hours at Class 10 level across GK, Maths, Reasoning, and English/Hindi (25 each). Typical qualifying marks are 35% (UR/EWS/ESM) and 33% (SC/ST/OBC). Application fee is often Rs 100 for General/OBC/EWS with SC/ST/female exemptions. Trade test and PST/PET are separate.

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1Which Article of the Constitution of India abolishes untouchability?

A.Article 17

B.Article 14

C.Article 15

D.Article 21

Explanation: Article 17 of the Constitution abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form. It is a Fundamental Right under Part III and is enforceable by law.

2Who is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces?

A.The Prime Minister of India

B.The President of India

C.The Defence Minister

D.The Chief of Defence Staff

Explanation: Under the Constitution, the President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Day-to-day control is exercised through the Union Cabinet and the Ministry of Defence.

3The Border Security Force (BSF) primarily guards which of India's borders?

A.India–China border only

B.India–Nepal border only

C.India–Myanmar border only

D.India–Pakistan and India–Bangladesh borders

Explanation: BSF is India's primary border-guarding force for the India–Pakistan and India–Bangladesh international borders. Other borders are guarded by forces such as ITBP (China), SSB (Nepal/Bhutan), and Assam Rifles (Myanmar).

4Which river is known as the lifeline of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat?

A.Godavari

B.Krishna

C.Mahanadi

D.Narmada

Explanation: The Narmada flows west through Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat into the Arabian Sea and is widely called the lifeline of these states because of its irrigation and hydropower importance.

5The Tropic of Cancer does NOT pass through which of the following Indian states?

A.Rajasthan

B.Madhya Pradesh

C.Odisha

D.West Bengal

Explanation: The Tropic of Cancer passes through Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, and Mizoram. Odisha lies south of the Tropic and is not crossed by it.

6Who among the following is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution?

A.Dr. B. R. Ambedkar

B.Dr. Rajendra Prasad

C.Jawaharlal Nehru

D.Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Explanation: Dr. B. R. Ambedkar chaired the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly and is widely regarded as the Father of the Indian Constitution for his central role in framing it.

7Which gas is most abundant in Earth's atmosphere by volume?

A.Oxygen

B.Nitrogen

C.Carbon dioxide

D.Argon

Explanation: Dry air is about 78% nitrogen and about 21% oxygen by volume. Argon is next at roughly 0.9%, and carbon dioxide is only a trace gas.

8The headquarters of the Border Security Force (BSF) is located in:

A.Mumbai

B.Kolkata

C.New Delhi

D.Chandigarh

Explanation: BSF headquarters is at Block 10, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. Force HQs and frontier HQs are distributed, but Force Headquarters is in New Delhi.

9Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists the official languages of India?

A.Eighth Schedule

B.Seventh Schedule

C.Ninth Schedule

D.Tenth Schedule

Explanation: The Eighth Schedule lists the languages recognised by the Constitution. Originally 14, it now includes 22 languages after successive amendments.

10Who was the first woman Prime Minister of India?

A.Sonia Gandhi

B.Indira Gandhi

C.Pratibha Patil

D.Sarojini Naidu

Explanation: Indira Gandhi became India's first woman Prime Minister in 1966. Pratibha Patil was the first woman President; Sarojini Naidu was the first woman Governor of an Indian state.

About the BSF Tradesman Exam

The BSF Constable (Tradesman) written examination is the Matriculation-level objective paper used to shortlist candidates for trades such as cook, water carrier, washerman, barber, cobbler, carpenter, and other posts notified by the Border Security Force. The paper has 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks in 2 hours, with four equal sections: General Awareness/General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics, Analytical Aptitude & Reasoning, and Basic English or Hindi (25 questions/25 marks each). Trade skill is assessed separately through certificates and/or a qualifying trade test. Recent cycle summaries commonly describe +1 marking with no negative marking, but candidates must follow the advertisement for their year. Selection also includes PST/PET, documentation, and medical examination.

Exam sponsor: Border Security Force (BSF), Ministry of Home Affairs — applications via rectt.bsf.gov.in. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

100 questions

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

Typically 35% (General/EWS/Ex-Servicemen) and 33% (SC/ST/OBC) minimum qualifying marks in the written paper

Exam / Certification Fees

Commonly Rs 100 for General/OBC/EWS (SC/ST/female typically exempt); confirm CSC charges in the live notification

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: Not published. BSF does not publish a single first-attempt pass-rate percentage; selection depends on category-wise qualifying marks and merit against state/trade vacancies. Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Official sources

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

25%

General Awareness / General Knowledge

25 questions — current affairs, Indian history, geography, polity, general science, sports, and defence/static GK

25%

Elementary Mathematics

25 questions — arithmetic, percentage, ratio, interest, time-work, speed-distance, and mensuration at Class 10 level

25%

Analytical Aptitude / Reasoning

25 questions — coding-decoding, series, analogy, blood relations, directions, syllogism, and pattern observation

25%

English / Hindi

25 questions — basic grammar, vocabulary, idioms, error spotting, and language fundamentals in English or Hindi

Preparing for the BSF Tradesman Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Typically 35% (General/EWS/Ex-Servicemen) and 33% (SC/ST/OBC) minimum qualifying marks in the written paper
Exam length: 100 questions
Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)
Exam / certification fees: Commonly Rs 100 for General/OBC/EWS (SC/ST/female typically exempt); confirm CSC charges in the live notification Official sources

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BSF Tradesman: Suggested Study Strategy

1Give equal weekly time to all four 25-mark sections — weak sections hurt merit even if you clear the minimum percentage.

2Practice Class 10 arithmetic daily with timed sets covering percentage, ratio, interest, and mensuration.

3Build a static GK notebook for Constitution articles, geography, science facts, and defence forces basics including BSF's border role.

4Drill reasoning patterns (coding, series, blood relations, syllogism) until you can finish 25 questions comfortably inside 25–30 minutes.

5Pick English or Hindi early and practise only that language section's grammar and vocabulary style.

6If your notification confirms no negative marking, attempt all questions; if negative marking appears, switch to a selective-attempt strategy.

7Train for PST/PET alongside written prep — physical failure ends candidature regardless of written score.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BSF Constable Tradesman written exam pattern?

The written paper has 100 objective MCQs for 100 marks in 2 hours. There are four sections of 25 questions/25 marks each: General Awareness/General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics, Analytical Aptitude & Reasoning, and Basic English or Hindi. The level is Matriculation (Class 10).

Is there negative marking in the BSF Tradesman written exam?

Most widely cited recent pattern summaries for Constable (Tradesman) state +1 for each correct answer and no negative marking. Because marking rules can vary by advertisement, always confirm the scheme in the official notification for your cycle.

What are the qualifying marks?

Minimum qualifying marks are typically 35% for General/EWS/Ex-Servicemen and 33% for SC/ST/OBC in the written examination. Final selection also depends on merit, vacancies, and clearing PST/PET, trade, and medical stages.

How much is the application fee?

Recent 2025 cycle reporting commonly cites about Rs 100 examination fee for General/OBC/EWS candidates, with SC/ST and female candidates typically exempt. CSC applications may attract separate service charges and GST. Check rectt.bsf.gov.in for the live fee table.

Does the written exam include trade questions?

No. Trade proficiency is assessed separately through prescribed certificates and/or a qualifying trade test. The written paper tests GK, Maths, Reasoning, and English/Hindi only.

What is the selection process?

Typical stages include Physical Standards Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET), the written examination, document verification and trade test (as applicable), then Detailed Medical Examination and Review Medical Examination if needed, followed by a final merit list.

Where do I apply?

Online applications are submitted through the BSF recruitment portal at https://rectt.bsf.gov.in/ when a Constable (Tradesman) vacancy advertisement is open.

What educational qualification is required?

Candidates generally need a Class 10 (Matriculation) pass plus the trade-specific ITI, experience, or skill certificate listed for the post they apply for (for example cook, water carrier, washerman, barber, or carpenter).