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SSC CPO SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2,018 Post

Recruitment Overview

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police, CAPFs and Sub-Inspector (Fire) posts in CISF. A total of 2,018 vacancies have been announced. The online application process starts on 10/09/2026, and eligible candidates can apply online until 30/09/2026. Candidates should read the official notification carefully before applying.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 document

Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Date 10/09/2026
Application Start Date 10/09/2026
Last Date to Apply Online 30/09/2026 at 11:00 PM
Last Date for Fee Payment 01/10/2026 at 11:00 PM
Application Correction Window 08/10/2026 to 10/10/2026
Paper-I Examination December 2026
Paper-II Examination To Be Announced
Admit Card Before Exam
Result To Be Announced

Application Fee

Category Fee
General / OBC / EWS ₹100/-
SC / ST / PH / Female ₹0/-
Correction Fee - First Time As per SSC rules
Correction Fee - Second Time As per SSC rules

Payment Mode: Candidates can pay the examination fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.

Age Limit

Post Age Limit Age Calculation Date
SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs 20 to 25 Years 01/08/2026
SI (Fire) in CISF 18 to 30 Years 01/08/2026
  • For SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs, candidates should generally be born between 02/08/2001 and 01/08/2006.
  • For SI (Fire) in CISF, candidates should generally be born between 02/08/1996 and 01/08/2008.
  • Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

Total Vacancy

2,018 Posts

Vacancy Details

Post Name Number of Posts
Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police 317
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs 1,467
Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF 234
Total 2,018

Participating Forces

  • Border Security Force (BSF).
  • Central Industrial Security Force (CISF).
  • Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
  • Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).
  • Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB).

Eligibility / Educational Qualification

SI in Delhi Police and SI (GD) in CAPFs

  • Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
  • Final-year graduation candidates may apply if they obtain the required qualification by the date mentioned in the official notification.

SI in Delhi Police - Additional Requirement

  • Male candidates applying for Delhi Police SI should possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle driving licence by the prescribed date.
  • The driving licence requirement does not generally apply to female candidates.

SI (Fire) in CISF

  • Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
  • Equivalent engineering diploma qualifications may be accepted as prescribed in the official notification.
  • Applicants must satisfy the prescribed physical and medical standards.

Physical Standards

  • Height, chest measurement and weight requirements are applicable as per the candidate’s category and post.
  • Candidates must qualify the prescribed Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET).
  • Detailed physical standards should be checked in the official SSC CPO notification.

Selection Process

  1. Paper-I Computer-Based Examination.
  2. Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET).
  3. Paper-II Computer-Based Examination.
  4. Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
  5. Document Verification.

Exam Pattern

Paper Subjects Questions Marks Duration
Paper-I General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension 200 200 2 Hours
Paper-II English Language and Comprehension 200 200 2 Hours

How To Apply Online

  1. Visit the official SSC website.
  2. Complete the SSC One-Time Registration process, if not already completed.
  3. Log in using your registration number and password.
  4. Open the SSC CPO SI Delhi Police and CAPF Examination 2026 application link.
  5. Enter your personal, educational and contact details carefully.
  6. Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
  7. Pay the application fee through the available online payment method.
  8. Submit the application form before 30/09/2026.
  9. Download and print the final application form and payment receipt.
Important Note: Candidates should read the official notification carefully before applying. Verify the age limit, educational qualification, physical standards, vacancy details and category-wise requirements before submitting the form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q1. What is SSC CPO SI CAPF Recruitment 2026?
    It is the SSC recruitment examination for Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police, CAPFs and CISF Fire.
  • Q2. How many vacancies are available?
    A total of 2,018 vacancies have been announced.
  • Q3. What is the last date to apply online?
    The last date to submit the online application is 30 September 2026 at 11:00 PM.
  • Q4. What is the application fee?
    The application fee is ₹100/- for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PH and female candidates are exempted from the fee.
  • Q5. What is the educational qualification?
    A Bachelor’s degree is required for SI in Delhi Police and SI in CAPFs. SI Fire applicants must satisfy the prescribed 10+2 or equivalent technical qualification.
  • Q6. What is the age limit?
    The age limit is generally 20 to 25 years for SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs, while the SI Fire post has an age limit of 18 to 30 years.
  • Q7. What is the selection process?
    Selection includes Paper-I, PST/PET, Paper-II, Detailed Medical Examination and Document Verification.