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Staff Selection Commission has released the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 notification. Eligible candidates can apply online from 10 September to 30 September 2026.
Quick Update: A total of 1,871 tentative vacancies are notified for Delhi Police SI, CAPF SI (GD), and CISF SI (Fire). The application deadline is 30 September 2026 at 11:00 PM.
1,871Tentative Posts
30-09-2026Last Date
₹35,400Starting Basic Pay
₹100Application Fee
SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruiting Authority | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
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| Examination | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 |
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| Posts | SI (Executive), SI (GD), and SI (Fire) |
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| Total Vacancies | 1,871 (Tentative) |
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| Pay Scale | Pay Level-6: ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 |
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| Application Mode | Online |
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| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
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Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
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| Online application starts | 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 to 10 October 2026, up to 11:00 PM |
| Computer Based Examination | To be notified later |
SSC CPO Vacancy Details 2026
| Post / Force | Male | Female | Total |
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| SI (Executive), Delhi Police | 205 | 112 | 317 |
| SI (GD), CRPF | 225 | 29 | 254 |
| SI (GD), BSF | 435 | 22 | 457 |
| SI (GD), ITBP | 159 | 28 | 187 |
| SI (GD), CISF | 200 | 50 | 250 |
| SI (GD), SSB | 154 | 18 | 172 |
| SI (Fire), CISF | 234 | - | 234 |
| Grand Total | 1,871 |
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Vacancies are tentative and may change. Reservation details should be checked in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
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| Delhi Police SI and CAPF SI (GD) | Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or equivalent, completed by the application closing date. |
| CISF SI (Fire) | Bachelor's degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; or Matriculation with a relevant three-year engineering diploma, as specified in the notice. |
| Delhi Police SI - Male | A valid LMV driving licence for motorcycle and car is required by the date of PE&MT. Without it, a male candidate is eligible for CAPF SI posts only. |
Age Limit as on 1 August 2026
| Post | Age Limit | Date of Birth Range |
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| All posts except CISF SI (Fire) | 20 to 25 years | Born between 02-08-2001 and 01-08-2006 |
| CISF SI (Fire) | 18 to 30 years | Born between 02-08-1996 and 01-08-2008 |
- SC/ST: 5 years upper-age relaxation
- OBC: 3 years upper-age relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen and other eligible categories: relaxation as per Government rules and the official notice
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
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| General / OBC / EWS male candidates | ₹100 |
| Women, SC, ST and eligible Ex-Servicemen | No fee |
Payment is accepted online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro or RuPay debit card.
Selection Process
- Paper-I Computer Based Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST) / Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Paper-II Computer Based Examination
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Document verification and final selection
Important: PST/PET and medical stages are qualifying in nature. All notified stages are mandatory.
SSC CPO Exam Pattern 2026
Paper-I
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
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| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge and General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
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Duration: 1 hour with a 15-minute sectional timer for each part. Negative marking: 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer.
Paper-II
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Section Time |
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| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| General Knowledge and General Awareness | 20 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| English Comprehension | 100 | 200 | 1 hour |
| Total | 160 | 320 | 2 hours |
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Negative marking: 0.50 mark for each incorrect answer in Paper-II.
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
| Event | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
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| 100-metre race | 16 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Long-distance race | 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes | 800 metres in 4 minutes |
| Long jump | 3.65 metres in 3 chances | 2.7 metres in 3 chances |
| High jump | 1.2 metres in 3 chances | 0.9 metre in 3 chances |
| Shot put (16 lbs) | 4.5 metres in 3 chances | Not applicable |
General physical standards include 170 cm height for male candidates and 157 cm for female candidates, with category-based relaxations. Male chest standards and separate CISF Fire standards apply as detailed in the official notification.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in or use the mySSC mobile app.
- Complete One-Time Registration on the new SSC website. An OTR created on the old website is not valid.
- Log in and select the SSC CPO Examination 2026 application.
- Enter personal, educational, category and post-preference details carefully.
- Capture the required live photograph and upload a JPEG signature of 10-20 KB.
- Pay the applicable fee, preview the form, submit it and retain a copy.
Do not wait until the final day. Candidates should verify every entry, photograph, signature and payment status before submission. Always rely on the official SSC portal for updates or changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
The notification lists 1,871 tentative vacancies across Delhi Police, CAPFs and CISF SI (Fire).
What is the last date to apply for SSC CPO 2026?
The last date for online applications is 30 September 2026 at 11:00 PM.
What is the qualification for SSC CPO SI posts?
Delhi Police SI and CAPF SI (GD) generally require a bachelor's degree. CISF SI (Fire) has specific science degree or relevant diploma requirements.
What is the SSC CPO application fee?
The fee is ₹100. Women, SC, ST and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt.
Is a driving licence compulsory for SSC CPO?
A valid LMV licence for motorcycle and car is required for male candidates seeking Delhi Police SI. Those without it may remain eligible for CAPF SI posts, subject to other conditions.
When will the SSC CPO 2026 examination be held?
The Computer Based Examination date will be notified later by SSC.