SSC CPO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1871 Sub-Inspector Posts in Delhi Police & CAPFs
Staff Selection Commission has released the notification for 1,871 Sub-Inspector posts across Delhi Police, CAPFs, and CISF Fire. Eligible graduates can apply online at ssc.gov.in until September 30, 2026.
Published: 29 Sept 2026· 🎓 Any Graduate, Diploma· ⏳ Last date: 30 Sept 2026
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the recruitment notice for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026. This examination serves as the gateway for graduates seeking Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ executive, general duty, and specialized fire service officer roles across the Delhi Police, BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB.
Important Dates & Exam Overview
| Event / Parameter | Important Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Name | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10.09.2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Applications | 30.09.2026 (until 23:00 hrs) |
| Last Date & Time for Online Fee Payment | 01.10.2026 (until 23:00 hrs) |
| Window for Application Form Correction | 08.10.2026 to 10.10.2026 (until 23:00 hrs) |
| Schedule of Computer-Based Examination (Paper-I) | To be notified later |
| Toll-Free Helpline Number | 1800 309 3063 |
Post Details & Pay Scale
| Post Name | Department / Force | Classification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-Inspector (GD) | Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) | Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400/-) |
| Sub-Inspector (Executive) | Delhi Police (Male / Female) | Group ‘C’ by Delhi Police | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400/-) |
| Sub-Inspector (Fire) | Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) - Male | Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400/-) |
(Note: All posts except Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police carry All India Service Liability [AISL], requiring candidates to serve anywhere in India).
Vacancy Details (Tentative)
Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police – Male
| Quota / Category | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Vacancies | 77 | 49 | 27 | 13 | 18 | 184 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Others) | 05 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 12 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Special Category) | 05 | 02 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 09 |
| Total Vacancies | 87 | 54 | 30 | 14 | 20 | 205 |
Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police – Female
| Quota / Category | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open / Total Vacancies | 47 | 16 | 30 | 08 | 11 | 112 |
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs
| Force | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | Grand Total | ESM (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | Male | 178 | 43 | 117 | 65 | 32 | 435 | 457 | 46 |
| Female | 09 | 02 | 06 | 03 | 02 | 22 | |||
| CISF | Male | 82 | 20 | 54 | 30 | 14 | 200 | 250 | 25 |
| Female | 21 | 05 | 13 | 07 | 04 | 50 | |||
| CRPF | Male | 90 | 23 | 61 | 34 | 17 | 225 | 254 | 25 |
| Female | 12 | 03 | 08 | 04 | 02 | 29 | |||
| ITBP | Male | 89 | 21 | 30 | 18 | 01 | 159 | 187 | 19 |
| Female | 16 | 04 | 05 | 03 | 00 | 28 | |||
| SSB | Male | 59 | 16 | 39 | 20 | 20 | 154 | 172 | 17 |
| Female | 01 | 06 | 07 | 03 | 01 | 18 | |||
| Total | Combined | 507 | 143 | 333 | 194 | 89 | 1320 | 1320 | 132 |
Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF – Male Only
| Category | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total Vacancies | ESM (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacancies | 74 | 75 | 52 | 16 | 17 | 234 | 18 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit & Crucial Dates (as on 01.08.2026)
| Post | Age Bracket | Eligible Date of Birth Window |
|---|---|---|
| All Posts (Except SI Fire in CISF) | 20 to 25 Years | Born not earlier than 02.08.2001 and not later than 01.08.2006 |
| Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF | 18 to 30 Years | Born not earlier than 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2008 |
Permissible Age Relaxations
| Category Code | Category | Permissible Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | SC / ST | 5 years |
| 02 | OBC | 3 years |
| 06 | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of military service from actual age |
| 12 | Widows, divorced women, and women judicially separated (Unmarried) | Up to 35 years of age |
| 13 | Widows, divorced women, and women judicially separated (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years of age |
| 17 | Delhi Police Departmental Candidates (UR/EWS, min 3 yrs service) | Up to 30 years of age |
| 18 | Delhi Police Departmental Candidates (OBC, min 3 yrs service) | Up to 33 years of age |
| 19 | Delhi Police Departmental Candidates (SC/ST, min 3 yrs service) | Up to 35 years of age |
Essential Educational Qualifications (as on 30.09.2026)
| Post Designation | Required Qualification | Special Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| SI in Delhi Police & SI (GD) in CAPFs | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent. | Male candidates applying for Delhi Police must possess a valid LMV (Motorcycle and Car) Driving License on PE&MT date. |
| SI (Fire) in CISF (Male Only) | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics; OR 3-year Diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automobile, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical, or Telecommunication Engineering. | Higher qualifications like B.Tech/M.Tech in relevant disciplines are admissible as value addition. |
Selection Process & Examination Pattern
The recruitment involves four successive stages:
- Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination)
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET) (Qualifying)
- Paper-II (Computer-Based Examination)
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Document Verification (DV)
Paper-I Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Sectional Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Part-II | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Part-III | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Part-IV | English Comprehension | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | All 4 Parts | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour (60 Minutes) |
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice.
- Bilingual: Parts I, II, and III are available in both Hindi and English.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Paper-II Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Sectional Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Part-II | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 20 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Part-III | Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Part-IV | English Comprehension | 100 | 200 | 60 Minutes |
| Total | All 4 Parts | 160 | 320 | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
- Negative Marking: 0.50 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Difficulty Level: The difficulty level of Paper-II is higher than that of Paper-I.
Minimum Qualifying Marks & NCC Bonus Scheme
| Category / Qualification | Benchmark / Weightage | Application Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Minimum 30% | Base qualifying cut-off (Paper-I & Paper-II) |
| OBC / EWS | Minimum 25% | Base qualifying cut-off (Paper-I & Paper-II) |
| All Other Categories | Minimum 20% | Base qualifying cut-off (Paper-I & Paper-II) |
| NCC ‘C’ Certificate | 5% of maximum marks | Added to normalized scores of Paper-I & Paper-II |
| NCC ‘B’ Certificate | 3% of maximum marks | Added to normalized scores of Paper-I & Paper-II |
| NCC ‘A’ Certificate | 2% of maximum marks | Added to normalized scores of Paper-I & Paper-II |
Physical Standards & Physical Endurance Tests
Physical Standard Test (PST) Requirements
| Post / Service | Candidate Category | Height (Male) | Chest: Unexpanded / Expanded (Male) | Height (Female) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Police & CAPFs | General / OBC / SC candidates | 170 cm | 80 cm / 85 cm | 157 cm |
| Delhi Police & CAPFs | Hill Areas (Garhwal, Kumaon, HP, Gorkhas, Dogras, etc.) | 165 cm | 80 cm / 85 cm | 155 cm |
| Delhi Police & CAPFs | All Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates | 162.5 cm | 77 cm / 82 cm | 154 cm |
| CAPFs Only | Male Gorkha candidates | 157 cm | 80 cm / 85 cm | — |
| CAPFs Only | ST candidates of North-Eastern States | 157 cm | 77 cm / 82 cm | — |
| CISF SI (Fire) | General / OBC / SC candidates | 170 cm | 81 cm / 86 cm | N/A |
| CISF SI (Fire) | Hill Areas candidates | 165 cm | 81 cm / 86 cm | N/A |
| CISF SI (Fire) | All Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates | 162.5 cm | 77 cm / 82 cm | N/A |
Physical Endurance Test (PET) Events
| Event | Standards for Male Candidates | Standards for Female Candidates | Max Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprint | 100 metres in 16 seconds | 100 metres in 18 seconds | 1 |
| Distance Run | 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes | 800 metres in 4 minutes | 1 |
| Long Jump | 3.65 metres | 2.7 metres | 3 chances |
| High Jump | 1.2 metres | 0.9 metres | 3 chances |
| Shot Put (16 Lbs) | 4.5 metres | Not Applicable | 3 chances |
(Note: PET is purely qualifying in nature and carries no marks. Ex-Servicemen are exempt from PET but must undergo PST and medical fitness tests).
Application Fee & Correction Charges
| Transaction Head | Amount | Accepted Payment Modes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Application Fee | Rs. 100/- | BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, RuPay |
| Fee Exemption | Rs. 0/- (Nil) | Women candidates, SC, ST, and eligible Ex-Servicemen |
| First-Time Form Correction Fee | Rs. 200/- | Online payment modes only (Applicable to all categories) |
| Second-Time Form Correction Fee | Rs. 500/- | Online payment modes only (Applicable to all categories) |
Step-by-Step Application Procedure
| Stage | Action Steps | Key Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR) | 1. Visit the portal. 2. Click Login or Register > Register Now. 3. Fill personal credentials, contact info, and set a password. |
Old OTR generated on ssc.nic.in is invalid. Complete OTR on the updated portal. |
| Step 2: Fill Online Application | 1. Log in using your OTR details. 2. Select the SSC CPO SI 2026 notification. 3. Choose 3 examination centres within the same region. |
Verify all educational qualification criteria and category claims prior to submission. |
| Step 3: Capture Live Photograph | 1. Use the portal or the official mobile app. 2. Position face directly in front of the camera. |
Ensure a plain background and good lighting. Do not wear caps, masks, or spectacles. |
| Step 4: Upload Signature | 1. Upload scanned signature in JPEG/JPG. 2. Size: 10 KB to 20 KB. 3. Dimensions: 6.0 cm (W) x 2.0 cm (H). |
Keep the signature horizontal and clearly legible. Miniature or blurred signatures will lead to rejection. |
| Step 5: Fee Payment & Confirmation | 1. Pay the Rs. 100/- fee online (if applicable). 2. Preview all fields. 3. Finalize and submit the application. |
Keep a printout of the submitted application form for verification and future reference. |
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