SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars |
Details |
| Exam Conducting Body |
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Name of Examination |
Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 |
| Advertisement Number |
Advt. No. E/37/2026-C-2 SECTION |
| Total Vacancies |
1,871 Posts (Tentative) |
| Participating Forces |
Delhi Police, BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB |
| Application Mode |
Online Mode |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Job Category |
Central Government Jobs – Defence & Police |
| Official Website |
ssc.gov.in |
Force-wise & Gender-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Force / Department |
Male Posts |
Female Posts |
Total Vacancies |
| Sub Inspector in Delhi Police |
205 |
112 |
317 |
| Sub Inspector in BSF |
435 |
22 |
457 |
| Sub Inspector in CISF |
200 |
50 |
250 |
| Sub Inspector in CRPF |
225 |
29 |
254 |
| Sub Inspector in ITBP |
159 |
28 |
187 |
| Sub Inspector in SSB |
154 |
18 |
172 |
| Sub Inspector (Fire) in CISF |
234 |
-- |
234 |
| Grand Total |
1,612 |
259 |
1,871 |
Salary Structure
| Post Name |
Pay Scale (7th CPC) |
| Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police |
Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB) |
Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF (Male) |
Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Post Category |
Minimum Educational Qualification |
| SI in Delhi Police & SI (GD) in CAPFs |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent. (Candidates appearing in final degree examinations are also eligible to apply). |
| Delhi Police SI (Male Only Requirement) |
Male candidates applying for Sub Inspector in Delhi Police must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) on the date of Physical Endurance and Measurement Tests. |
| SI (Fire) in CISF |
Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognized University; OR Matriculation with a 3-year Diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automobile, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical, or Telecommunication Engineering. |
2. Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
- SI in Delhi Police & CAPFs: 20 to 25 years (candidate must have been born between 02.08.2001 and 01.08.2006).
- SI (Fire) in CISF: 18 to 30 years (candidate must have been born between 02.08.1996 and 01.08.2008).
- Upper Age Relaxations:
- OBC Candidates: 3 Years
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 Years after deduction of military service rendered
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee Amount |
| General (UR) / OBC / EWS (Male) |
₹100/- |
| SC / ST / Women Candidates / Ex-Servicemen |
Exempted (Nil) |
Payment Mode: Online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, RuPay Credit/Debit cards, or through cash challan at SBI branches.
Scheme of Examination & Selection Process
The recruitment consists of four mandatory stages:
- Paper-I: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Part I: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Questions, 25 Marks)
- Part II: General Knowledge & General Awareness (25 Questions, 25 Marks)
- Part III: Quantitative Aptitude (25 Questions, 25 Marks)
- Part IV: English Comprehension (25 Questions, 25 Marks)
- Total: 100 Questions, 100 Marks, Duration: 1 Hour (Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer).
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- 100m Race: 16 sec (Male) | 18 sec (Female)
- Long Distance Race: 1.6 Km in 6.5 min (Male) | 800m in 4 min (Female)
- Long Jump: 3.65m in 3 chances (Male) | 2.7m in 3 chances (Female)
- High Jump: 1.2m in 3 chances (Male) | 0.9m in 3 chances (Female)
- Shot Put (16 Lbs): 4.5m in 3 chances (Male only)
- Paper-II: English Language & Comprehension
- 100 Questions, 200 Marks (1 Hour duration, Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer).
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Document Verification
Important Dates – SSC CPO 2026
| Event |
Date |
| Online Registration Commences |
10th September 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application |
30th September 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Application Correction Window |
8th to 10th October 2026 |
| Paper-I Computer Based Exam Date |
To be announced by SSC |
| Admit Card Release Date |
To be announced |
How to Apply Online for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Staff Selection Commission website: https://ssc.gov.in
- If you are a first-time applicant, click on New User? Register Now to complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
- Under the 'Latest Notifications' tab, find Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 and click Apply.
- Fill in personal particulars, academic qualifications, and exam centre preferences.
- Upload your live photograph and scanned signature as per the prescribed specifications.
- Pay the ₹100 application fee online (exempted for reserved categories and women).
- Submit your application form and print a confirmation copy for future examination stages.
Important Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – SSC CPO 2026
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in SSC CPO 2026?
There are 1,871 tentative vacancies for Sub Inspector posts across Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB).
Q2. Can final-year graduate students apply for SSC CPO 2026?
Yes, candidates who have appeared in their Bachelor’s degree examination are eligible to apply, provided they meet the educational cutoff date stipulated in the notification.
Q3. Is a driving license mandatory for all SSC CPO vacancies?
No. A valid LMV driving license is mandatory only for male candidates applying for the Sub Inspector post in Delhi Police during the physical tests. It is not required for CAPF vacancies.
Q4. What is the upper age limit for SSC CPO general candidates?
The age limit is 20 to 25 years as on 1st August 2026 for Delhi Police & CAPF SI, and 18 to 30 years for CISF SI (Fire), with standard category relaxations.
Q5. What is the negative marking in SSC CPO Paper-I and Paper-II?
There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks per incorrect response in Paper-I, and 0.50 marks per incorrect response in Paper-II.
The SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 offers one of the most sought-after career paths for graduates seeking commissioned police and paramilitary service in India. Candidates should carefully review the physical measurement norms and complete their online applications before 30th September 2026 on the official SSC portal.
