SSC CPO SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2,018 Post
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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.
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
Paper-I Computer-Based Examination.
Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET).
Paper-II Computer-Based Examination.
Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
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
Visit the official SSC website.
Complete the SSC One-Time Registration process, if not already completed.
Log in using your registration number and password.
Open the SSC CPO SI Delhi Police and CAPF Examination 2026 application link.
Enter your personal, educational and contact details carefully.
Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
Pay the application fee through the available online payment method.
Submit the application form before 30/09/2026.
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.
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.