Yes, specific physical and medical standards are mandated for only a few SSC CGL posts, primarily those involving field duties or belonging to enforcement agencies; they are not applicable to the majority of clerical or desk-based posts.
Posts Requiring Physical/Medical Standards:
- Inspector (Central Excise, Preventive Officer, Examiner) in CBIC.
- Sub-Inspector in Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
- Sub-Inspector in National Investigation Agency (NIA).
- Sub-Inspector/Junior Intelligence Officer in Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB).
Example Physical Standards (Varies by Post):
- Height (Male): Generally 157.5 cm (relaxable by 5 cm for specific hill area/tribal candidates). CBI/NIA posts may require a higher standard (e.g., 165 cm or 170 cm).
- Height (Female): Generally 152 cm (relaxable by 2.5 cm for specific hill area/tribal candidates). CBI/NIA posts may require a lower standard (e.g., 150 cm).
- Chest (Male): 81 cm (unexpanded) with a minimum expansion of 5 cm (Applicable for most Inspector posts).
- Physical Test (for CBIC posts): Includes walking (e.g., 1600 meters in 15 minutes for males) and cycling (e.g., 8 km in 30 minutes for males).
- Vision: Specific distance and near vision requirements (with or without glasses) apply to Sub-Inspector posts in CBI/NIA/NCB.
Candidates opting for these posts must fulfill all prescribed physical and medical standards, which are verified by the respective user department after selection recommendation.