Apply Now — Advt. No. 524/RC/SSB/2025
SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026
233 Posts — Steward, Communication, Electrician, Veterinary
The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025 (Notice No. 418/RC/SSB/OA/2023/Vol-II/1707 dated 21 March 2026) inviting online applications for 233 Group-C Head Constable posts across four trades — Steward (2), Communication (197), Electrician (29), and Veterinary (5). These are Non-Gazetted (Combatised) & Non-Ministerial posts under SSB, governed by SSB Act & Rules. Pay scale: Level-4, Rs 25,500–81,100 per month. Apply online at applyssb.com/SSB_HC_25/applicationIndex. A 10% reservation applies to Ex-Servicemen. This is your chance to serve the nation in a premier paramilitary force! 💙
🛡️ SSB — MHA, Govt. of India
📋 Advt. 524/RC/SSB/2025
🏆 233 Group-C Posts
💰 Pay Level-4 | Rs 25,500–81,100
🎂 Age: 18–27 Years
🌐 applyssb.com
233
Total Posts
197
HC Communication
29
HC Electrician
5
HC Veterinary
2
HC Steward
Level-4
Pay Matrix
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Important Dates — Verified from Official Notice
Notice / Notification Released — No. 418/RC/SSB/OA/2023/Vol-II/170721 March 2026
Online Application Opens at applyssb.com/SSB_HC_25/applicationIndexActive Now
Last Date for Online Application — 30 days from publication in Employment News30 Days from Employment News Publication
Crucial Date — Age & All Eligibility Conditions Reckoned As OnClosing Date of Applications
PET & PST (Physical Efficiency Test & Physical Standard Test)To be notified at recruitment.ssb.gov.in
Computer Based Test (CBT) — Written ExaminationTo be notified at recruitment.ssb.gov.in
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Vacancy Details — 233 Posts Fully Verified (PDF-Checked)
Head Constable
(Communication)
(Communication)
197
UR:87 | EWS:18 | OBC:55 | SC:20 | ST:17
Head Constable
(Electrician)
(Electrician)
29
UR:13 | EWS:2 | OBC:7 | SC:5 | ST:2
Head Constable
(Veterinary)
(Veterinary)
5
UR:3 | EWS:0 | OBC:0 | SC:2 | ST:0
Head Constable
(Steward)
(Steward)
2
UR:2 | EWS:0 | OBC:0 | SC:0 | ST:0
| Sl. | Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Head Constable (Steward) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2 | Head Constable (Communication) | 87 | 18 | 55 | 20 | 17 | 197 |
| 3 | Head Constable (Electrician) | 13 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 29 |
| 4 | Head Constable (Veterinary) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Grand Total | 105 | 20 | 62 | 27 | 19 | 233 | |
233
TOTAL
105
UR
62
OBC
27
SC
19
ST
20
EWS
📌 UR = Un-Reserved | EWS = Economically Weaker Section | SC = Scheduled Caste | ST = Scheduled Tribe | OBC = Other Backward Class. 10% of vacancies are reserved for Ex-Servicemen — vacancies reserved for Ex-SM will be filled by non-Ex-SM candidates if eligible Ex-SM candidates are not available. SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates who fulfil UR eligibility criteria may apply against UR category posts. A candidate can apply for only ONE post from among the four posts mentioned. DG SSB reserves the right to increase/decrease/fill/not fill/cancel any vacancy without assigning any reason.
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Pay Scale & Allowances — 7th CPC
All 4 Head Constable Posts — Same Pay Scale
Level-4
Rs 25,500 – Rs 81,100 / month
As per 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix
Post Type
Group-C | Non-Gazetted
Combatised & Non-Ministerial
💡 Additional Allowances: In addition to basic pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), Ration Money Allowance, House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances admissible in SSB from time to time as per Government orders. Selected candidates will be covered under the Defined Contributory Pension Scheme (New Pension Scheme) or Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as applicable for new entrants to Central Government services w.e.f. 01 January 2004 or 01 April 2025 respectively, as per prevailing government rules. Posts are temporary but likely to continue. Selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India or outside the territory of India.
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Eligibility Criteria — Post-wise Qualifications
| Post | Age | Essential Educational & Professional Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (Steward) |
18–27 yrs |
(i) 12th class pass from a recognised Board (ii) Diploma of minimum 2 years duration in Catering and Kitchen Management from a Central/State Govt. recognised institution (iii) Working experience of minimum 1 year as a Steward in a minimum 100-bedded hospital or similar institution recognised by Central/State Govt. |
| Head Constable (Communication) |
18–27 yrs |
(i) 12th class in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from a recognised Board OR (ii) Should have a 3-year Diploma in Electronics or Communications or Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognised Institute. |
| Head Constable (Electrician) |
18–25 yrs |
(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised Board AND (ii) Two years work experience in respective trade OR (iii) One-year certificate course from a recognised ITI/Vocational Institute with at least 1 year experience in respective trade OR (iv) Two-year Diploma from a recognised ITI in the respective or similar trade AND (v) Must qualify trade test |
| Head Constable (Veterinary) |
18–27 yrs |
(i) 12th class pass with Science and Biology as main subject from a recognised Board AND (ii) Two-year Diploma Course in Veterinary and Livestock Development or Veterinary Stock Assistant Course or Animal Husbandry Course from a Central/State Govt. recognised institution |
📌 Important Notes on Eligibility: The crucial date to determine age and all eligibility criteria is the closing date for receipt of applications (30 days from date of publication in Employment News). Candidates who have appeared at an examination whose result would render them educationally qualified, or who intend to appear in a qualifying examination in 2026, will also be eligible for admission. All educational certificates other than Central Board/State Board(s) must be accompanied with Government notification declaring equivalence. Date of Birth and name as recorded in Matriculation certificate are final — no subsequent request for change will be considered.
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Age Relaxation — All Categories
| Sl. | Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SC / ST | 5 years |
| 2 | OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| 3 | Ex-Servicemen (General) | 3 years after deduction of military service rendered from actual age |
| 4 | Departmental Candidates (Central Govt. Employee) ** | Up to 40 years (UR) | Up to 43 years (OBC) | Up to 45 years (SC/ST) |
| 5 | J&K Domicile (UR) — 01 Jan 1980 to 31 Dec 1989 | 5 years |
| 6 | J&K Domicile (OBC) — 01 Jan 1980 to 31 Dec 1989 | (3+5) 8 years |
| 7 | J&K Domicile (SC/ST) — 01 Jan 1980 to 31 Dec 1989 | (5+5) 10 years |
| 8 | Children/Dependents of 1984 Riot victims (UR) | 5 years |
| 9 | Children/Dependents of 1984 Riot victims (OBC) | (3+5) 8 years |
| 10 | Children/Dependents of 1984 Riot victims (SC/ST) | (5+5) 10 years |
📌 **Departmental Candidates: Government employees/servants claiming age relaxation should be in possession of certificate from their office in respect of length of continuous service which should not be less than 3 years in the immediate period preceding the closing date of receipt of application. OBC NCL certificate must have been obtained within 3 years of the closing date. EWS certificate should be valid for 2026-27. Age relaxation is NOT admissible to sons, daughters and dependents of ex-servicemen — they should not indicate their category as ex-servicemen.
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Application Fee
UR / EWS / OBC
₹100
Non-Refundable | Online only
SC / ST / Ex-SM / Female
NIL
Fully Exempted — No Fee
📌 Fee payment is online only through Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card of any bank. Fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates are advised not to make multiple payments against a single registration, as payments made are non-refundable. Avoid making payment at the last minute.
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Selection Process — 5 Stages
I
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Qualifying
Male: 1.6 km race to be completed in 6 minutes 30 seconds
Female: 800 metre race to be completed in 4 minutes
Note: Ex-Servicemen are exempted from PET. However, they must appear in all other stages — PST, Written Exam, Skill Test (as applicable), Documentation & Medical Examination. PET is qualifying — no marks are awarded.
Female: 800 metre race to be completed in 4 minutes
Note: Ex-Servicemen are exempted from PET. However, they must appear in all other stages — PST, Written Exam, Skill Test (as applicable), Documentation & Medical Examination. PET is qualifying — no marks are awarded.
II
Physical Standard Test (PST) — Height & Chest
Candidates who qualify PET undergo PST. Height and chest (for male) are measured. Candidate not meeting minimum height/chest will be rejected from the recruitment process. Height and chest measurements are recorded correct to one decimal place. For example, minimum height 170 cm means all candidates with height 169.9 cm and less are disqualified. Post-wise and community-wise height standards are specified in the official notification (Pages 9–12 of the PDF). Weight should be proportionate to height and age as per Annexure-VI. Candidates may appeal PST decisions on the same day before the Presiding Officer of PST Board — the appellate decision is final.
III
Written Examination (CBT) — 150 Marks | 3 Hours
Computer Based Test (CBT) — Paper-I Common Entrance Test:
Part-I (50 Marks): General Knowledge | Mathematics | Reasoning | General English / General Hindi
Part-II (100 Marks): Technical Subject (specific to the post applied for)
Minimum qualifying marks:
• General / EWS / OBC / Ex-SM: 50% (75 out of 150)
• SC / ST: 45% (67.5 out of 150)
Final merit list is based entirely on Written Exam marks. No interview. Tie-breaking: (a) Higher marks in Part-II (Technical Subject) → (b) Senior in age → (c) Alphabetical order of first names.
Part-I (50 Marks): General Knowledge | Mathematics | Reasoning | General English / General Hindi
Part-II (100 Marks): Technical Subject (specific to the post applied for)
Minimum qualifying marks:
• General / EWS / OBC / Ex-SM: 50% (75 out of 150)
• SC / ST: 45% (67.5 out of 150)
Final merit list is based entirely on Written Exam marks. No interview. Tie-breaking: (a) Higher marks in Part-II (Technical Subject) → (b) Senior in age → (c) Alphabetical order of first names.
IV
Skill Test — Only for Head Constable (Electrician)
Skill Test is conducted only for the post of Head Constable (Electrician), carried out on 50 marks. Minimum qualifying marks for all candidates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-SM): 60% (30 out of 50). Skill test is qualifying in nature — marks are NOT included in the final merit list. Call list for skill test: up to 20 times the vacancies (category-wise). Candidates declared qualified in Skill Test will have no surety of being called for Documentation and Detailed Medical Examination.
V
Documentation & Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME)
Based on merit of written examination, candidates numbering up to 3 times the vacancies (category-wise) are shortlisted and called for Documentation and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Document Verification (DV): All original documents as claimed during online application are verified by the BOOs of SSB. Candidates failing to produce originals are immediately rejected.
Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Conducted as per Revised Medical Guidelines dated 20.05.2015 issued by ADG Medical CAPF and amendments. Being declared FIT in DME gives NO legal claim or right to final appointment — appointment is strictly as per merit of written examination. Candidates declared unfit in DME may appeal through Review Medical Examination (RME) — RME decision is final.
Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Conducted as per Revised Medical Guidelines dated 20.05.2015 issued by ADG Medical CAPF and amendments. Being declared FIT in DME gives NO legal claim or right to final appointment — appointment is strictly as per merit of written examination. Candidates declared unfit in DME may appeal through Review Medical Examination (RME) — RME decision is final.
💡 Final Selection & No Reserve Merit: Final selection list is prepared in order of merit (category-wise) after completion of Review Medical Examination. There is NO provision of reserve merit list/panel. If vacancies remain unfilled after declaration of final result, the same will be carried forward for the next recruitment. Biometrics of candidates will be taken at all stages for verification. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in recruitment tests — except unemployed SC/ST candidates in Written Test who are reimbursed rail/bus fare as admissible under relevant rules, subject to production of Rail/Bus tickets, original caste certificate & Non-employment certificate issued by MP or MLA or any Gazetted Officer. 💙
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Physical Standard Test (PST) — Height & Chest Standards
For Head Constable (Communication), (Veterinary) & (Steward):
| Category | Male Height | Female Height | Male Chest | Female Chest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR/EWS/SC/OBC except below) | 170 cm | 157 cm | Min 80 cm | Expansion+5 | Not applicable |
| Garhwali, Kumaoni, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, UT J&K | 165 cm | 155 cm | Min 78 cm | Expansion+5 | Not applicable |
| Scheduled Tribes (all States) | 162.5 cm | 150 cm | Min 76 cm | Expansion+5 | Not applicable |
For Head Constable (Electrician):
| Category | Male Height | Female Height | Male Chest | Female Chest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR/EWS/SC/OBC except below) | 167.5 cm | 157 cm | Min 78 cm | Expansion+5 | Not applicable |
| Garhwali, Kumaoni, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Leh & Ladakh, UT J&K | 165 cm | 155 cm | Min 78 cm | Expansion+5 | Not applicable |
| Scheduled Tribes (all States) | 162.5 cm | 150 cm | Min 76 cm | Expansion+5 | Not applicable |
📌 Candidates seeking relaxation in height/chest must submit the community certificate from the concerned District Authorities. Non-production of the certificate at the time of PST means the claim for relaxation will not be entertained and candidature will be cancelled straightway. Weight should be proportionate to height and age — overweight/underweight candidates will be disqualified at Detailed Medical Examination (DME) based on weight and age on the day of DME.
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How to Apply Online — Step-by-Step
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Read the Detailed Advertisement at recruitment.ssb.gov.in
Before applying, candidates are advised to go through the instructions and detailed advertisement available on SSB official website https://recruitment.ssb.gov.in/ and https://ssb.gov.in/ carefully. Check eligibility, age limit, physical standards, and all instructions for the specific post you wish to apply for. A candidate can apply for only ONE post. 💙
2
Fill Online Application at applyssb.com/SSB_HC_25/applicationIndex
Visit the application portal: https://applyssb.com/SSB_HC_25/applicationIndex. Fill all required fields in Part-I: Name (as in Matriculation cert), Father's/Husband's Name, Mother's Name, Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY), Gender, Nationality, Religion, Category, Marital Status, Aadhaar Number, Identification Marks, Mobile Number (mandatory — all updates via SMS), Email ID (mandatory), Educational Qualification (10th/SSC mandatory), Postal/Permanent Address, Criminal Cases Declaration, and create Password. 💙
3
Upload Photo and Signature (Part-II)
Upload a passport-size coloured photograph in JPG format — less than 12 KB and greater than 4 KB, resolution 100×120 pixels, white background with 75% face visible. Do NOT upload photo with beard if you will appear without beard. Upload signature in JPG format — less than 12 KB and greater than 4 KB, resolution 140×60 pixels, black or dark blue ink only. Applications with invalid/blurred/incorrect photos or signatures will be rejected summarily.
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Pay Application Fee (Part-III)
Pay fee via Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card of any bank. UR/EWS/OBC: Rs 100 | SC/ST/Ex-SM/Female: Nil. Unreserved/OBC candidates can take print-out only after payment of applicable fee. Avoid multiple payments as fee is non-refundable. After successful payment, the system generates registration number — note it down or print the Acknowledgement. Keep registration number safe for all future references. 💙
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Submit Application and Download Admit Card Later
After clicking the "Upload" button, the filled application form will be shown. It can be edited using "Edit Details" button till the closing/last date. After final submission, take a printout of the application form and keep it safe. Once submitted, no request for change in any particulars will be entertained. e-Admit Card will be available for download from the SSB Recruitment website 2–3 weeks before the examination. No Admit Card will be sent by post or email. Keep checking recruitment.ssb.gov.in regularly. 💙
⚠️ Critical Warnings — Must Read Before Applying
- Applications received through any mode except ONLINE shall not be accepted and will be rejected straightway.
- A candidate can apply for only ONE post from among the four posts advertised at Para-3.
- Change of category after registration is NOT permitted under any circumstances — candidature will be cancelled.
- Uploading fake photographs of any other person/celebrity or blank photos will lead to action under Cyber Crime IT Act 2000 and summary rejection.
- Candidates employed in Govt./Semi-Govt./PSUs should apply through proper channel. NOC from employer must be submitted at the time of documentation.
- Canvassing in any form / bringing outside influence / blackmailing will result in disqualification.
- No TA/DA for appearing in recruitment tests (except unemployed SC/ST in written test).
Read Advt. at recruitment.ssb.gov.in
Apply at applyssb.com/SSB_HC_25
Upload Photo & Signature
Pay Fee Online
Submit & Note Reg. Number
Download e-Admit Card
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Important Links — Official SSB Resources
🔗 Apply & Official Notification Links
📝 Apply Online — applyssb.com/SSB_HC_25/applicationIndex (Official Application Portal)
🌐 SSB Recruitment Website — recruitment.ssb.gov.in (Admit Card, Updates, Results)
🌐 SSB Official Website — ssb.gov.in
📄 Official Advertisement — ssb.gov.in/adv (Advt. No. 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many total posts are in SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 524/RC/SSB/Combined Advt./CT to SI (Non-GD)/2025) has 233 total Group-C posts:
- Head Constable (Steward) — 2 posts (UR: 2)
- Head Constable (Communication) — 197 posts (UR: 87, EWS: 18, OBC: 55, SC: 20, ST: 17)
- Head Constable (Electrician) — 29 posts (UR: 13, EWS: 2, OBC: 7, SC: 5, ST: 2)
- Head Constable (Veterinary) — 5 posts (UR: 3, SC: 2)
How to apply for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
Apply online only at https://applyssb.com/SSB_HC_25/applicationIndex. Read the detailed advertisement at https://recruitment.ssb.gov.in/ and https://ssb.gov.in/ before filling the form. Fill personal and educational details, upload photo (JPG, 100×120 px, white background, 4-12 KB) and signature (JPG, 140×60 px, blue/black ink, 4-12 KB), pay fee online (Rs 100 for UR/EWS/OBC | NIL for SC/ST/Ex-SM/Female), and submit. Note your registration number. A candidate can apply for only ONE post. 💙
What is the last date to apply for SSB Head Constable Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 30 (thirty) days from the date of publication of this advertisement in the Employment News. The notice was dated 21 March 2026. The crucial date for all eligibility conditions (age, qualification) is also the same closing date. All candidates must be in possession of their certificates as on the last date of receipt of application. Apply at applyssb.com/SSB_HC_25/applicationIndex and check recruitment.ssb.gov.in for the exact closing date. 💙
What is the pay scale for SSB Head Constable 2026?
All four Head Constable posts (Steward, Communication, Electrician, Veterinary) carry Pay Level-4: Rs 25,500 – Rs 81,100 per month as per 7th Central Pay Commission. Additionally, posts carry Dearness Allowance (DA), Ration Money Allowance, House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances admissible in SSB. Selected candidates will be covered under New Pension Scheme (NPS) or Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as applicable. Posts are temporary but likely to continue.
What is the selection process for SSB Head Constable 2026?
SSB Head Constable 2026 has 5 stages:
- Stage I — PET: Male 1.6 km in 6 min 30 sec | Female 800m in 4 min (Ex-SM exempt)
- Stage II — PST: Height and chest measurement as per post and community standards
- Stage III — CBT (Written Exam): 150 marks, 3 hrs | Part-I 50 marks (GK/Maths/Reasoning/English-Hindi) + Part-II 100 marks (Technical) | Min qualifying: 50% (UR/EWS/OBC/Ex-SM), 45% (SC/ST)
- Stage IV — Skill Test: Only for HC (Electrician) — 50 marks, min 60% qualifying
- Stage V — Documentation + DME/RME
What is the age limit for SSB Head Constable 2026?
Age limit:
- HC (Steward), HC (Communication), HC (Veterinary): Between 18 and 27 years
- HC (Electrician): Between 18 and 25 years
What is the qualification for SSB Head Constable Communication 2026?
For Head Constable (Communication):
- Option A: 12th class in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from a recognised Board OR
- Option B: 3-year Diploma in Electronics or Communications or Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognised Institute
Is there any written exam and what is the syllabus?
Yes, Computer Based Test (CBT) at Stage III:
- Duration: 3 hours | Total Marks: 150 | Questions: 150 MCQ
- Part-I — 50 Marks: General Knowledge, Mathematics, Reasoning, General English / General Hindi
- Part-II — 100 Marks: Technical Subject (relevant to the post applied)
Where can I download the SSB Head Constable 2026 admit card?
The e-Admit Card for SSB Head Constable 2026 can be downloaded from the SSB Recruitment website: https://recruitment.ssb.gov.in/. Admit Cards are available approximately 2–3 weeks before the examination date. No Admit Card will be sent by post or email. Candidates must keep checking the SSB website regularly. At the examination venue, candidates must carry: (1) e-Admit Card downloaded from the portal and (2) a currently valid original Photo Identity Card (PAN/Passport/Driving License/Voter Card/Aadhaar/Bank Passbook with photo etc.). 💙
What documents are required at the time of SSB HC documentation stage?
At the Documentation stage (Stage V), candidates must produce all originals along with self-attested photocopies:
- Matriculation/10th Certificate (age proof & name proof)
- Technical/Professional qualification certificates and marksheets
- Category certificate — SC/ST (Annexure-II), OBC (Annexure-I, obtained within 3 years), EWS (Annexure-III, valid for 2026-27)
- Aadhaar Card / Photo ID
- NOC from employer (if Govt./Semi-Govt./PSU employee)
- Domicile certificate (if claiming J&K or other domicile relaxation)
- Discharge certificate (if Ex-Servicemen)
- Community certificate (if claiming height/chest relaxation)
- Printed application form + Fee payment receipt
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