SSC CPO 2026 notification is out with 1871 vacancies for SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs. Check eligibility, exam pattern, important dates and how to apply online.
SSC CPO 2026 Notification Out
Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs – Vacancy, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Physical Test & Apply Online
SSC CPO 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 1 October 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Application Correction Window | 8–10 October 2026 |
| Computer Based Examination | To be notified |
Post & Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| SI (Executive) in Delhi Police – Male | 205 | Level-6 |
| SI (Executive) in Delhi Police – Female | 112 | Level-6 |
| SI (GD) in CAPFs | 1,320 | Level-6 |
| SI (Fire) in CISF – Male | 234 | Level-6 |
| Total Tentative Vacancies | 1,871 | — |
Eligibility
- Nationality: Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan with the prescribed certificate of eligibility.
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university/equivalent for Delhi Police SI and SI (GD) in CAPFs.
- SI Fire in CISF: Bachelor's degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, or the prescribed three-year engineering diploma route.
- Age for most posts: 20–25 years as on 01 August 2026.
- SI Fire in CISF: 18–30 years as on 01 August 2026.
- Delhi Police Male: Valid LMV driving licence for Motorcycle and Car is required on the date of PE&MT.
Selection Process
Step 1: Paper-I
Computer Based Examination.
Step 2: PST / PET
Physical Standard Test and Physical Endurance Test. This stage is qualifying in nature.
Step 3: Paper-II
Computer Based Examination with a higher difficulty level than Paper-I.
Step 4: Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Medical examination for candidates qualifying the applicable stages.
Paper-I Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 15 min |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 min |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 25 | 15 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
Sectional Timer: Paper-I has a 15-minute timer for each of the four sections. Candidates must prepare with section-wise timed practice.
Paper-II Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 20 min |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20 | 40 | 20 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 40 | 20 min |
| English Comprehension | 100 | 200 | 20 min |
| Total | 160 | 400 | 60 min |
Negative Marking & NCC Bonus
- Paper-I: 0.25 marks negative marking for each wrong answer.
- Paper-II: 0.50 marks negative marking for each wrong answer.
- NCC 'C' Certificate: 5% of maximum marks in each paper.
- NCC 'B' Certificate: 3% of maximum marks in each paper.
- NCC 'A' Certificate: 2% of maximum marks in each paper.
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 100 m Race | 16 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Middle Distance | 1.6 km in 6.5 min | 800 m in 4 min |
| Long Jump | 3.65 m | 2.7 m |
| High Jump | 1.2 m | 0.9 m |
| Shot Put (16 lbs) | 4.5 m | — |
Note: PST/PET does not carry marks. It is qualifying/elimination in nature.
PST – Height Standards
| Category | Height |
|---|---|
| Male – General (Delhi Police/CAPFs) | 170 cm |
| Male – specified hill areas / Gorkha / certain relaxed categories | Category-specific relaxation |
| Female – General | 157 cm |
| Female – specified relaxed categories | Category-specific relaxation |
Application Fee & Correction
- Application Fee: ₹100.
- Fee Exemption: Women, SC, ST and eligible Ex-Servicemen.
- First Correction: ₹200.
- Second Correction: ₹500.
- Correction window: 8 October to 10 October 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
How to Apply Online
- Visit ssc.gov.in.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website.
- Log in and select the SSC CPO 2026 examination.
- Fill in personal, educational and other required details carefully.
- Select your examination centre preferences.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Preview, verify and submit the application.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application and important documents for future reference.
SSC CPO 2026 Syllabus – Major Topics
Reasoning: Analogy, classification, series, coding-decoding, syllogism, Venn diagrams, statement-conclusion, non-verbal reasoning, embedded figures, space visualization, problem solving.
General Awareness: Current events, History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Polity, Constitution, Scientific Research, India and neighbouring countries.
Quantitative Aptitude: Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Profit & Loss, Interest, Partnership, Mixture & Alligation, Time & Distance, Time & Work, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Data Interpretation.
English: Error recognition, fill in the blanks, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms, sentence completion, idioms and comprehension.
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Quick Summary
| Exam | SSC CPO 2026 |
| Vacancies | 1,871 tentative |
| Application Dates | 10 Sep 2026 to 30 Sep 2026 |
| Fee | ₹100 (exempted categories as per notice) |
| Paper-I | 100 Q / 100 Marks / 60 min, sectional timer 15 min each |
| Paper-II | 160 Q / 400 Marks / 60 min, sectional timer 20 min each |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 in Paper-I, 0.50 in Paper-II |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |