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SSC CPO SI CAPF Recruitment 2026

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Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 for 1871 tentative vacancies. Online application starts 10 September 2026 and closes 30 September 2026.

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Educational QualificationGraduation, Diploma

Age Range20 to 25 Years

Pay Scale / SalaryLevel-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) under 7th CPC

Estimated In-Hand Salary₹58,000 - ₹64,000 / month (approximate depending on posting location)

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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially published the recruitment notification for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 (SSC CPO 2026). This national-level recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for 1,871 tentative vacancies of Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police, Sub-Inspector (GD) across Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF.

Total Vacancies 1,871 Posts

Application Window 10-09-2026 to 30-09-2026

Pay Matrix Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400)

Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India.

Apex Headquarters: Block No. 12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi - 110003.
Official Website: https://ssc.gov.in/
Toll-Free Candidate Helpline: 1800 309 3063

Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026

Commonly designated as SSC CPO Examination 2026 (Central Police Organization).

The official examination notification was published on 10 September 2026 on the official SSC portal (69 Pages comprehensive notice). The notice lays down complete statutory recruitment rules, force-wise matrices, physical standards, and syllabus.

Official Notice PDF (Advt No. capf_2026)

Notice_of_adv_capf_2026.pdf • 69 Pages • Official SSC Server

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A total of 1,871 tentative vacancies are notified. Vacancies are tentative and subject to final revision by the Commission/Indenting Departments prior to final allocation.

Vacancy Allocation Overview (1,871 Total)

CAPFs Sub-Inspector (GD) 1,320 Posts (70.6%)

CISF Sub-Inspector (Fire) Male 234 Posts (12.5%)

Delhi Police SI (Exe.) Male 205 Posts (11.0%)

Delhi Police SI (Exe.) Female 112 Posts (6.0%)

The recruitment covers the following 7 prestigious designations across Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs):

Code	Post Name & Organization	Classification	Gender Eligibility
A	Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police	Group 'C'	Male & Female
B	Sub-Inspector in Border Security Force (BSF)	Group 'B' Non-Gazetted	Male & Female
C	Sub-Inspector in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)	Group 'B' Non-Gazetted	Male & Female
D	Sub-Inspector in Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)	Group 'B' Non-Gazetted	Male & Female
E	Sub-Inspector in Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)	Group 'B' Non-Gazetted	Male & Female
F	Sub-Inspector in Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)	Group 'B' Non-Gazetted	Male & Female
G	Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF	Group 'B' Non-Gazetted	Male Only

The detailed vacancy breakup as notified under Para 2 of the official notification is tabulated below:

1. Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police — Male (205) & Female (112)

Category / Quota	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
Male: Open	77	18	49	27	13	184
Male: ESM (Others)	5	1	3	2	1	12
Male: ESM (Special)	5	1	2	1	0	9
Total SI (Exe.) Male	87	20	54	30	14	205
SI (Exe.) Female (Open)	47	11	30	16	8	112

2. Sub-Inspector (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) — 1,320 Posts

Force	Gender	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total	Grand Total	ESM (10%)
BSF	Male	178	43	117	65	32	435	457	46
BSF	Female	9	2	6	3	2	22	457	46
CISF (GD)	Male	82	20	54	30	14	200	250	25
CISF (GD)	Female	21	5	13	7	4	50	250	25
CRPF	Male	90	23	61	34	17	225	254	25
CRPF	Female	12	3	8	4	2	29	254	25
ITBP	Male	89	21	30	18	1	159	187	19
ITBP	Female	16	4	5	3	0	28	187	19
SSB	Male	103	11	18	16	6	154	172	17
SSB	Female	1	6	7	3	1	18	172	17
Total CAPFs GD (Male 1173 + Female 147)		507	137	324	196	77	1,320	1,320 Posts	132

3. Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF — Male Only (234 Posts)

Post Name	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total	ESM (10%)
SI (Fire) in CISF (Male)	74	17	75	52	16	234	18

The recruitment schedule strictly follows Para 1 of the official notification:

Event / Milestone	Official Date / Time	Current Status
Date of Notification Release	10 September 2026	Released
Online Application Start Date	10 September 2026	Active Now
Last Date for Online Application Submission	30 September 2026 (23:00 Hrs)	Closing Soon
Last Date for Online Fee Payment	01 October 2026 (23:00 Hrs)	Upcoming
Application Correction Window	08 October 2026 to 10 October 2026 (23:00 Hrs)	Scheduled
Schedule of Computer Based Examination (Paper-I)	To be notified later on ssc.gov.in	Not Released / To Be Updated
Admit Card Release Date	Expected 3-4 days before Paper-I date	Not Released / To Be Updated
Answer Key & Response Sheet Date	After completion of Paper-I CBT	Not Released / To Be Updated
Paper-I Result & Cut-Off Date	To be updated after Answer Key objection window	Not Released / To Be Updated

Online applications commenced on 10 September 2026 exclusively through the revamped official Commission portal: https://ssc.gov.in/.

All applicants must complete the mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR) prior to accessing the application form.

The online application portal closes strictly at 23:00 Hours on 30 September 2026.

Commission Advisory (Para 1.1):

Candidates are strongly advised in their own interest to submit their online applications well in advance and not wait till the last date or last hours to avoid the possibility of disconnection, inability or failure to log in due to heavy traffic on the server.

Last date and time for making online fee payment is 01 October 2026 up to 23:00 Hours. Fee can be paid through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, RuPay Debit cards.

The Commission provides an online 3-day correction window from 08 October 2026 to 10 October 2026 (23:00 Hours).

Correction Opportunity	Correction Fee	Applicability
First Modification / Resubmission	₹200/-	Uniform for all candidates (including women/SC/ST)
Second Modification / Resubmission	₹500/-	Uniform for all candidates (maximum 2 modifications allowed)

Note: The correction fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. No corrections are allowed after 10-10-2026.

Official Status: To Be Notified Later

As per Para 1 of the official notification, the schedule of Computer Based Examination (Paper-I) will be announced separately on the official Commission portal https://ssc.gov.in. Paper-II examination dates will be notified after PST/PET results.

No exact exam date has been declared in the notification PDF. Do not rely on unverified social media rumors.

Status: Not Released / To Be Updated.

Admission Certificates (e-Admit Cards) for Paper-I, PST/PET, Paper-II, and DME/RME will be uploaded on regional websites of the Commission 3 to 7 days before each examination stage. Examination City Intimation slips are typically released 10 days prior to the test.

Status: Not Released / To Be Updated.

Stage 1 Result: Normalised scores of Paper-I will shortlist candidates category-wise for PST/PET.
Stage 2 Result: Nodal CAPF authorities certify candidates who qualify PST/PET to appear in Paper-II.
Stage 3 Result: Aggregate scores in Paper-II (plus NCC bonus marks) determine shortlisting for Medical Examination (DME/RME) and Document Verification.
Final Merit List: Allocated strictly based on normalized marks in Paper-II + NCC bonus + candidate post preferences.

Status: Not Released / To Be Updated.

Tentative Answer Keys alongside candidate response sheets will be placed on the Commission's website after the Computer Based Test. Candidates may submit online representations within the stipulated timeframe on payment of ₹100/- per challenged question (refundable if objection is sustained).

The crucial cut-off date for reckoning age is 01 August 2026 (01.08.2026) as per Paras 5.1 & 5.2 of the notification:

Post Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age	Permissible Date of Birth Range (UR)
All Posts except SI (Fire) in CISF	20 Years	25 Years	Born not earlier than 02.08.2001 and not later than 01.08.2006
Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF	18 Years	30 Years	Born not earlier than 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2008

Permissible relaxations in upper age limit as specified in Para 5.3 of the notification:

Code	Category / Description	Age Relaxation
01	SC / ST Candidates	5 Years
02	OBC Candidates (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 Years
03	Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	3 Years after deduction of military service rendered
12	Delhi Police Departmental (UR) — min 3 yrs regular service	Up to 30 Years of age
13	Delhi Police Departmental (OBC)	Up to 33 Years of age
14	Delhi Police Departmental (SC / ST)	Up to 35 Years of age
21	Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated (UR)	Up to 35 Years of age
22	Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated (SC/ST)	Up to 40 Years of age

The crucial date for acquiring essential educational qualification is 30 September 2026 (30.09.2026).

Appearing Candidates Provision (Para 6.4):

Candidates who have appeared in their final year Bachelor's Degree examination are also eligible to apply, provided they acquire the essential qualification and possess documentary proof of result declaration on or before the crucial date 30-09-2026.

Educational requirements differ between regular Sub-Inspector posts and Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF:

Post / Organization	Essential Educational Qualification Required	Special Prerequisites
Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police	Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent.	Male candidates must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) on the date of PE&MT.
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB)	Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent.	No driving license required for CAPFs GD posts.
Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF (Male Only)	Must satisfy either Route A OR Route B: Route A: Bachelor's degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) of a recognized University or equivalent; OR Route B: Matriculation (10th) or equivalent AND 3-year Diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automobiles, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical, Telecommunication Engineering or equivalent from a recognized Board/University. * Note: Higher qualifications such as B.Tech/M.Tech in the specified engineering fields are accepted as value addition subject to basic diploma.

A candidate must be either:

A citizen of India, or
A subject of Nepal, or
A subject of Bhutan, or
A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before 01 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
A person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or East African countries with eligibility certificate issued by Govt of India.

Category of Applicant	Application Fee	Remarks
General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates)	₹100/-	Payable online up to 01-10-2026 (23:00)
Women Candidates (All Categories)	₹0 (Nil)	Completely Exempted
SC / ST Candidates	₹0 (Nil)	Completely Exempted
Ex-Servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation	₹0 (Nil)	Completely Exempted

Fee can be paid online through:

BHIM UPI
Internet Banking (SBI & other commercial banks)
Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, RuPay Debit Cards

Note: Offline challan mode has been completely discontinued by the Commission. Applications without successful fee receipt will be summarily rejected.

The recruitment consists of the following 6 sequential stages as mandated by the Ministry of Home Affairs:

Stage 1: Paper-I Computer Based Examination (CBE)

100 Qs • 100 Marks • 1 Hour • 0.25 Negative Marking • Qualifying for PST/PET

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Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET)

Conducted by Nodal CAPF • Purely Qualifying in Nature • Mandatory to clear to enter Paper-II

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Stage 3: Paper-II Computer Based Examination (CBE)

160 Qs • 320 Marks • 2 Hours • 0.50 Negative Marking • Primary Merit Scoring Paper

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Stage 4: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Exam (RME)

Conducted by CAPF Medical Boards • Vision 6/6 & 6/9 • CP-III Color Vision • High physical fitness

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Stage 5: Document Verification (DV) by CAPF Authorities

Conducted along with DME/RME • Scrutiny of Original Degrees, Driving License & Category Certificates

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Stage 6: Final Selection & Force Allocation

Allocated strictly on Aggregate Paper-II Marks + NCC Bonus Marks + Online Post Preferences

Paper-I is an Objective Type Multiple Choice Computer Based Examination containing 100 questions for 100 marks with a total duration of 1 Hour (60 Minutes). A sectional timer of 15 minutes is allocated to each part:

Part	Subject / Component	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Sectional Duration
Part-I	General Intelligence and Reasoning	25	25	15 Minutes
Part-II	General Knowledge and General Awareness	25	25	15 Minutes
Part-III	Quantitative Aptitude	25	25	15 Minutes
Part-IV	English Comprehension	25	25	15 Minutes
Total for Paper-I		100 Questions	100 Marks	1 Hour (60 Mins)

* Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect attempt in Paper-I. 80 minutes allowed for candidates eligible for scribes.

Paper-II is a Computer Based Examination containing 160 questions for 320 marks with a total duration of 2 Hours (120 Minutes). Parts I, II, and III have a sectional timer of 20 minutes each (1 hour total), and Part IV has a sectional timer of 1 Hour:

Part	Subject / Component	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Sectional Duration
Part-I	General Intelligence and Reasoning	20	40	20 Minutes
Part-II	General Knowledge and General Awareness	20	40	20 Minutes
Part-III	Quantitative Aptitude	20	40	20 Minutes
Part-IV	English Comprehension	100	200	1 Hour (60 Mins)
Total for Paper-II		160 Questions	320 Marks	2 Hours (120 Mins)

* Negative marking: 0.50 marks deducted for each incorrect attempt in Paper-II (each question carries 2 marks). Total Paper-II score forms the basis of final selection!

Bonus marks are awarded to NCC Certificate holders in both Paper-I and Paper-II as on the crucial date 30.09.2026 (Para 12.5):

Type of NCC Certificate	Percentage of Max Marks	Bonus Marks in Paper-I (Max 100)	Bonus Marks in Paper-II (Max 320)
NCC 'C' Certificate	5%	5.0 Marks	16.0 Marks
NCC 'B' Certificate	3%	3.0 Marks	9.6 Marks
NCC 'A' Certificate	2%	2.0 Marks	6.4 Marks

The benefit of bonus marks will only be given if original certificates are verified at the Document Verification stage.

Minimum qualifying marks in Paper-I and Paper-II without adding NCC bonus marks (Para 16.2):

Unreserved (UR)

30%

Paper-I: 30 M • Paper-II: 96 M

OBC / EWS

25%

Paper-I: 25 M • Paper-II: 80 M

SC / ST / ESM

20%

Paper-I: 20 M • Paper-II: 64 M

Physical Standard Test (PST) parameters for Height and Chest as specified in Para 12.10.1 of the notification:

Category of Candidate	Height (cm)	Chest: Unexpanded (cm)	Chest: Expanded (cm)
Male Candidates (General, OBC, SC)	170 cm	80 cm	85 cm
Male Hill Area Candidates (Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh, NE states)	165 cm	80 cm	85 cm
All Male Candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes (ST)	162.5 cm	77 cm	82 cm
Female Candidates (General, OBC, SC)	157 cm	Not Applicable
Female Hill Area Candidates	155 cm	Not Applicable
All Female Candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes (ST)	154 cm	Not Applicable

Weight: Must correspond to height for all posts as per medical standards. Ex-Servicemen are subjected to PST measurement only.

Physical Endurance Test (PET) is mandatory and strictly qualifying in nature. Failure in any single event leads to disqualification:

Male Candidates PET Events 5 Events

100 Metre Sprint:16 Seconds

1.6 Km Race:6.5 Minutes (6 min 30 sec)

Long Jump:3.65 Metres (in 3 chances)

High Jump:1.2 Metres (in 3 chances)

Shot Put (16 Lbs / 7.26 kg):4.5 Metres (in 3 chances)

Female Candidates PET Events 4 Events

100 Metre Sprint:18 Seconds

800 Metre Race:4 Minutes

Long Jump:2.7 Metres / 9 Feet (in 3 chances)

High Jump:0.9 Metres / 3 Feet (in 3 chances)

Shot Put:Not Applicable

Note: Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates are completely exempted from PET. Pregnant female candidates are declared temporarily unfit.

Medical examination is conducted by CAPF Medical Boards as per MHA Guidelines dated 20.05.2015:

Parameter	Better Eye	Worse Eye	Conditions / Constraints
Distant Vision	6/6	6/9	Without wearing glasses or contact lenses
Near Vision	N6	N9	Without visual correction aids
Color Vision	CP-III by ISHIHARA		High Color Vision mandatory
Surgical Corrections	LASIK / PRK / RK		LASIK surgery of any kind is strictly NOT permitted.

General Physical Health: Candidates must be free from knock knee, flat foot, varicose veins, squint in eyes, or stammering, and must possess high mental and physical fitness.

Tattoos are governed by Ministry of Home Affairs rules (Para 12.11.3):

Content: Tattoos depicting religious symbols, figures, or names as practiced in the Indian Army are permitted.
Location: Permitted only on traditional sites such as the inner aspect of the left forearm (non-saluting arm) or dorsum of the hands.
Size: Size must be strictly less than 1/4th of the respective body part (Elbow or Hand).
Tattoos on saluting arms or obscene/offensive markings are strictly prohibited and result in medical disqualification.

⚠️ Mandatory Requirement for Male Applicants targeting Delhi Police

Male candidates applying for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police must possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) Driving License (for Motorcycle and Car) as on the date fixed for Physical Endurance and Measurement Tests (PE&MT).

Learner's License is NOT acceptable.
Candidates who do not possess a valid LMV Driving License are eligible for all other CAPF posts only (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB) and will not be considered for Delhi Police.
Female candidates are completely exempt from driving license requirements.

Candidates must submit their force preferences online on the Commission's website prior to final results declaration (Para 14.2):

Code A: Delhi Police

Code B: BSF

Code C: CISF (GD)

Code D: CRPF

Code E: ITBP

Code F: SSB

Code G: CISF Sub-Inspector (Fire)

Allocation to posts/forces will be made based on merit position in Paper-II (plus NCC bonus marks) and options exercised by the candidate.

Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police and CAPFs draw Pay Scale under Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400) of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix:

Salary Component	Approximate Rate / Structure	Monthly Approximate (Class X Cities)
Basic Pay	Pay Level-6 (Cell 1)	₹35,400/-
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay (Central Govt Rates)	₹17,700/-
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	30% (Delhi/X cities) / 20% (Y) / 10% (Z)	₹10,620/- (X city)
Transport Allowance (TA) + DA on TA	Higher TPTA cities	₹5,400/-
Ration Money Allowance (RMA)	CAPFs GD rates	₹3,900/-
Estimated Gross Monthly Pay	Including allowances	₹68,000 - ₹73,000/-
Estimated In-Hand Salary	After NPS (10%), CGHS, CGEGIS deductions	₹58,000 - ₹64,000/-

* Special field allowances, High Altitude Allowance, and Risk & Hardship Allowances are additional in active operational postings.

Delhi Police: Sub-Inspector -> Inspector (after 5-8 yrs) -> Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) -> Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP).
CAPFs (BSF/CISF/CRPF/ITBP/SSB): Sub-Inspector -> Inspector -> Assistant Commandant (AC, Gazetted Officer) -> Deputy Commandant (DC) -> Second-in-Command (2IC) -> Commandant.

In cases where more than one candidate secures equal aggregate marks in Paper-II (plus NCC bonus marks), ties will be resolved by applying the following criteria in sequential order (Para 17):

Total marks in Paper-I.
Marks in Part-IV (English Comprehension) of Paper-II.
Date of Birth, with older candidates placed higher.
Alphabetical order of candidate names.

Originals along with two self-attested photocopies are scrutinized during Document Verification:

Matriculation / Secondary Certificate (Proof of Date of Birth).
Senior Secondary (10+2) Passing Certificate & Marksheet.
Graduation Degree Certificate & Year-wise/Semester-wise Marksheets.
For SI Fire: B.Sc. PCM Degree OR 10th + 3-Year Engineering Diploma Certificate.
Valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle & Car) for Delhi Police Male applicants.
Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in official Central Government format.
Discharge Certificate / NOC for Ex-Servicemen.
Original NCC Certificate (A, B, or C) if claimed.
Two passport-size recent color photographs and valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).

Step 1 (One-Time Registration - OTR): Visit https://ssc.gov.in > Click 'Register Now' and fill basic personal details, Aadhaar number, mobile, email, and security password.
Step 2 (Login): Login using Registration Number and Password.
Step 3 (Select Examination): Go to 'Live Examinations' > Click 'Apply' under 'Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026'.
Step 4 (Details & Preferences): Choose 3 examination centres in the same region, fill educational credentials, and indicate whether possessing valid LMV Driving License.
Step 5 (Live Photo & Signature): Capture live photograph using webcam or official 'my SSC' Android App. Upload signature (10 to 20 KB).
Step 6 (Payment & Confirmation): Pay fee of ₹100 online (if applicable) and download the final submitted application PDF.

The Commission has implemented a revamped OTR system on the new portal https://ssc.gov.in. Any OTR generated on the old website (ssc.nic.in) is no longer valid. All candidates must complete fresh OTR on ssc.gov.in.

Item	Official Technical Specifications	Strict Restrictions
Live Photograph	Captured live in real-time via webcam or official 'my SSC' Mobile App (Google Play Store). Plain white/light background, adequate lighting, looking straight into camera.	Pre-saved photos, wearing caps, spectacles, goggles, or masks are strictly rejected!
Scanned Signature	JPG / JPEG format • File size: 10 KB to 20 KB • Dimensions: 4.0 cm width x 2.0 cm height. Clear black/blue ink on white paper.	Blurred, illegible, or capital letter signature will be rejected.

Official comprehensive notification (69 Pages) published by Staff Selection Commission:

Notice_of_adv_capf_2026.pdf (Direct Link)

Candidates must apply directly on the official commission portal:

https://ssc.gov.in/ (Apply Portal)

Commission headquarters and regional network portals:

Central Commission Headquarters: https://ssc.gov.in
Northern Region (NR, New Delhi): https://sscnr.nic.in
Central Region (CR, Prayagraj): https://ssc-cr.org
Western Region (WR, Mumbai): https://sscwr.net
Southern Region (SR, Chennai): https://sscsr.gov.in
Eastern Region (ER, Kolkata): https://sscer.org

Toll-Free National Helpline: 1800 309 3063 (Monday to Friday 09:30 to 18:00)

Technical Helpdesk for OTR / Live Photo: Contact through 'Feedback / Grievance' portal on ssc.gov.in

Headquarters Address: Staff Selection Commission, Block No. 12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi - 110003

Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CPO 2026?

The last date and time for submitting online applications is 30 September 2026 at 23:00 Hours.

Q2. Can final year degree appearing students apply?

Yes, appearing students may apply provided their final result is officially declared on or before the crucial date 30 September 2026.

Q3. Is Driving License compulsory for all posts?

No. Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) is only required for male candidates opting for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police at the time of PE&MT. For all CAPF posts (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB), no driving license is needed.

Q4. Are candidates with 3-year Engineering Diploma eligible for SSC CPO?

Candidates possessing Matriculation + 3-year Diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automobiles, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical, or Telecommunication Engineering are eligible specifically for Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF (Male).

Do's:

Submit form well before 30-09-2026.
Capture live photo with plain light background.
Verify names match 10th marksheet exactly.
Keep driving license updated for PE&MT.

Don'ts:

Do not wear cap, spectacles or goggles during live photo.
Do not upload capital letter signature.
Do not submit multiple forms; only latest form with fee stands.
Do not rely on offline payment methods.

Merit Formula for Force Allocation:

Total Selection Score = Paper-II Normalized Score (Max 320) + NCC Bonus Marks (Up to 16)

Note: Paper-I is purely a screening examination to qualify candidates for PST/PET. Paper-I marks are not added to the final merit list! Final selection is determined entirely by Paper-II marks, NCC bonus, and post preferences among candidates certified medically fit.

Paper-I and Paper-II Computer Based Examinations will be conducted in Hindi and English (except Part-IV English Comprehension, which is set solely in English).

Official Authority Disclaimer: Information presented on RajDailyTools is synthesized directly from the official Staff Selection Commission notification Notice_of_adv_capf_2026.pdf published on 10.09.2026. For statutory amendments, corrigendum notices, and final result declarations, candidates must consult the official Commission portal at https://ssc.gov.in.

Frequently Asked Questions (6)

Q1.What is the application timeline for SSC CPO 2026?

Online applications opened on 10 September 2026 and close on 30 September 2026 at 23:00 Hours. The online fee payment deadline is 01 October 2026.

Q2.What is the total number of vacancies announced in SSC CPO 2026?

There are a total of 1,871 tentative vacancies: 205 for Delhi Police SI (Male), 112 for Delhi Police SI (Female), 1,320 for CAPFs SI (GD), and 234 for CISF SI (Fire) Male.

Q3.Is Driving License required for all SSC CPO posts?

No. A valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) is only required for Male candidates applying for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police as on the date of PE&MT. Male candidates without LMV DL remain eligible for all CAPF posts.

Q4.Are diploma holders eligible for SSC CPO 2026?

Candidates holding Matriculation + 3-year Diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automobiles, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical, or Telecommunication Engineering are eligible for Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF (Male Only).

Q5.What are the examination dates for SSC CPO 2026?

The schedule of Paper-I Computer Based Examination will be notified later by the Commission on ssc.gov.in. No exam date has been declared in the official notification.

Q6.What is the age limit and cut-off date for SSC CPO 2026?

Candidates must be 20 to 25 years old as on 01.08.2026 (born between 02.08.2001 and 01.08.2006). For SI (Fire) in CISF, the age limit is 18 to 30 years (born between 02.08.1996 and 01.08.2008). Standard upper age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/ESM.