SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1,871 Sub-Inspector Posts

SSC CPO 2026 Notification Out for Delhi Police & CAPFs

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026, popularly known as SSC CPO Recruitment 2026.

SSC will conduct an open competitive examination for recruitment to the posts of:

• Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police – Male

• Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police – Female

• Sub-Inspector (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)

• Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF – Male

A total of 1,871 tentative vacancies have been announced.

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official SSC website from 10 September 2026 to 30 September 2026.

The Computer-Based Examination schedule will be notified separately by SSC.

📌 SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 – Overview

📢 SSC CPO Vacancy 2026 – Post-Wise Details

SSC CPO 2026 has announced a total of 1,871 tentative vacancies.

All vacancies are tentative and may change according to the requirements of the concerned authorities.

👮 Delhi Police SI Vacancy 2026 – Category-Wise

Sub-Inspector (Executive) – Male

Sub-Inspector (Executive) – Female

🏢 SSC CPO CAPF Vacancy 2026 – Force-Wise and Gender-Wise

A total of 1,320 vacancies have been announced for Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs.

📊 SSC CPO CAPF Vacancy 2026 – Category-Wise

CRPF

Male

Female

CRPF Total: 254 Posts

BSF

Male

Female

BSF Total: 457 Posts

ITBP

Male

Female

ITBP Total: 187 Posts

CISF

Male

Female

CISF Total: 250 Posts

SSB

Male

Female

SSB Total: 172 Posts

The notification also provides Ex-Servicemen vacancy information for the CAPF posts.

🚒 CISF SI (Fire) Vacancy 2026 – Category-Wise

A total of 234 vacancies are available for Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF – Male.

The notification also indicates 10% Ex-Servicemen vacancies (18 posts) for this post.

💰 SSC CPO Salary 2026

All the advertised posts carry Pay Level-6.

Pay Scale

₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400

Post Classification

🎓 SSC CPO Educational Qualification 2026

For SI in Delhi Police and SI (GD) in CAPFs

Candidates must possess:

A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent qualification.

Candidates who have appeared in their Bachelor’s Degree examination may also apply, provided they possess the essential qualification on or before the closing date for receipt of online applications.

For SI (Fire) in CISF

Candidates must possess either:

Option 1

Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from a recognized University or equivalent.

OR

Option 2

Matriculation or equivalent plus a three-year Diploma in any of the following relevant branches:

• Mechanical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Automobile Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Mining Engineering

• Aeronautical Engineering

• Telecommunication Engineering

Higher qualifications such as B.Tech/M.Tech in relevant fields may be considered as value addition, subject to fulfillment of the prescribed basic qualification requirements.

Important Requirement for Delhi Police SI Male Candidates

Male candidates applying for SI in Delhi Police must possess a valid LMV Driving Licence for Motorcycle and Car on the date fixed for the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test.

Male candidates without the required valid LMV Driving Licence will be eligible only for the posts of Sub-Inspector in CAPFs.

🎂 SSC CPO Age Limit 2026

For All Posts Except SI (Fire) in CISF

Candidates must have been born:

• Not earlier than 02 August 2001

• Not later than 01 August 2006

For SI (Fire) in CISF

Candidates must have been born:

• Not earlier than 02 August 1996

• Not later than 01 August 2008

Age Calculation Date

01 August 2026

🎯 SSC CPO Age Relaxation 2026

For Delhi Police SI, additional age provisions are available for eligible widows, divorced women, judicially separated women and eligible departmental candidates, as prescribed in the official notification.

🌐 Nationality / Citizenship

A candidate must be:

• A citizen of India, or

• A subject of Nepal, or

• A subject of Bhutan.

Candidates belonging to the Nepal or Bhutan categories require the prescribed eligibility certificate from the Government of India for appointment.

💳 SSC CPO Application Fee 2026

Payment Mode

The application fee can be paid online through:

• BHIM UPI

• Net Banking

• Visa Debit Card

• MasterCard

• Maestro

• RuPay Debit Card

📅 SSC CPO 2026 Important Dates

📝 SSC CPO 2026 Selection Process

The examination consists of the following mandatory stages:

1. Paper-I Computer-Based Examination

2. Physical Standard Test (PST)

3. Physical Endurance Test (PET)

4. Paper-II Computer-Based Examination

5. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)

Candidates must qualify in the prescribed stages according to the rules of the examination.

💻 SSC CPO Paper-I Exam Pattern 2026

Duration

1 Hour

There is a sectional timer of 15 minutes for each part.

Negative Marking

0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

💻 SSC CPO Paper-II Exam Pattern 2026

Duration

1 Hour for the first three parts with sectional timing of 20 minutes for each part, followed by 1 hour for English Comprehension.

Negative Marking

0.50 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

The difficulty level of Paper-II will be higher than that of Paper-I.

🏅 NCC Bonus Marks

Candidates holding valid NCC certificates as on the closing date of application are eligible for bonus marks in both Paper-I and Paper-II:

📚 SSC CPO Syllabus 2026

General Intelligence and Reasoning

Important topics include:

• Analogies

• Similarities and Differences

• Space Visualization

• Spatial Orientation

• Problem Solving

• Analysis

• Judgment

• Decision Making

• Visual Memory

• Discrimination

• Observation

• Relationship Concepts

• Arithmetical Reasoning

• Figural Classification

• Number Series

• Non-Verbal Series

• Coding and Decoding

• Statement Conclusion

• Syllogistic Reasoning

• Venn Diagrams

• Critical Thinking

• Emotional Intelligence

• Social Intelligence

General Knowledge and General Awareness

Questions may cover:

• Current Events

• General Awareness of the Environment

• India and Neighbouring Countries

• History

• Culture

• Geography

• Economic Scene

• General Polity

• Indian Constitution

• Scientific Research

Quantitative Aptitude

Important topics include:

• Whole Numbers

• Decimals

• Fractions

• Percentage

• Ratio and Proportion

• Square Roots

• Averages

• Interest

• Profit and Loss

• Discount

• Partnership Business

• Mixture and Alligation

• Time and Distance

• Time and Work

• Algebra

• Geometry

• Trigonometry

• Heights and Distances

• Histogram

• Frequency Polygon

• Bar Diagram

• Pie Chart

English Comprehension

Important topics include:

• Error Recognition

• Fill in the Blanks

• Vocabulary

• Spellings

• Grammar

• Sentence Structure

• Synonyms

• Antonyms

• Sentence Completion

• Phrases

• Idiomatic Use of Words

• Comprehension

📏 SSC CPO Physical Standard Test – Delhi Police

Male Candidates

Female Candidates

📏 SSC CPO Physical Standard Test – CAPFs

Male Candidates

Female Candidates

🚒 Physical Standard – SI (Fire) in CISF

Male Candidates

Weight

Weight should be proportionate to the candidate's height.

🏃 SSC CPO Physical Endurance Test (PET) 2026

For Male Candidates

For Female Candidates

Female candidates are not required to meet a chest measurement standard.

PST/PET is qualifying in nature and does not carry marks.

Eligible Ex-Servicemen are not required to undergo PET, but must satisfy the prescribed written, physical-standard and medical requirements.

🩺 Detailed Medical Examination

Candidates qualifying in the prescribed stages will be required to undergo the Detailed Medical Examination (DME) according to the medical standards prescribed for the respective posts.

Candidates must satisfy the applicable medical fitness requirements for final appointment. The detailed medical provisions are contained in the official examination notice.

💻 How to Apply for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to apply online:

Step 1: Visit the Official SSC Website

Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.

Step 2: Complete One-Time Registration

Candidates must complete the required One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website.

The OTR generated on the old SSC website is not functional on the new website.

Step 3: Log In

Log in using your registered SSC credentials.

Step 4: Select the Examination

Select:

Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026

Step 5: Fill in the Application Form

Enter all required:

• Personal details

• Educational details

• Category information

• Contact information

• Other required information

carefully.

Step 6: Photograph Requirements

SSC has designed the application module to capture a real-time photograph during the online application process.

Candidates should:

• Use good lighting.

• Use a plain background.

• Keep the camera at eye level.

• Look directly at the camera.

• Ensure the face is fully visible.

• Not wear a cap, mask or spectacles.

Step 7: Upload Signature

Candidates are required to upload a scanned signature in JPEG format as prescribed by SSC.

Step 8: Pay the Application Fee

Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment methods.

Step 9: Preview the Application

Carefully check all entered details before final submission.

Step 10: Submit and Save

Submit the application form and save or print a copy for future reference.

SSC also permits application through the my SSC mobile application as prescribed in the official notification.

✏️ SSC CPO Application Form Correction 2026

The application correction window will remain open from:

08 October 2026 to 10 October 2026

Candidates can correct and re-submit their application up to two times during the correction window.

Correction Charges

The correction charges apply to all candidates irrespective of gender or category.

🏢 Job Location

Delhi Police

Candidates selected as Sub-Inspector (Executive) will serve under the Delhi Police.

CAPFs

Candidates selected for CAPFs are liable to serve anywhere in India.

The SSC does not make state-wise, region-wise, zone-wise or city-wise allocation of candidates for this examination.

⚠️ Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates should carefully note the following:

• Vacancies are tentative.

• Candidates must fulfill the educational qualification requirements by the prescribed closing date.

• Male candidates seeking Delhi Police SI must have the required valid LMV driving licence by the specified physical-test date.

• Application forms must be submitted online.

• One-Time Registration on the new SSC website is required.

• Candidates should not wait until the last date to submit the application.

• Application details must be checked carefully before final submission.

• Candidates must meet the prescribed age, educational, physical and medical requirements.

• Keep copies of the application form and relevant documents for future use.

🔗 Important Links

Official SSC Website:
ssc.gov.in

Apply Online:
Available through the official SSC website after login/registration.

Official Notification:
Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026.

🔥 SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 – Conclusion

The SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 is a major Central Government recruitment opportunity for graduates who want to build a career as a Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police or the Central Armed Police Forces.

A total of 1,871 tentative vacancies have been announced for:

• Delhi Police

• CRPF

• BSF

• ITBP

• CISF

• SSB

• CISF Fire Wing

The online application process is open from 10 September 2026 to 30 September 2026.

Candidates should carefully read the official notification and confirm their eligibility regarding age, educational qualification, physical standards, PET requirements and other conditions before submitting the application form.

Stay connected for further SSC CPO 2026 updates, including the Computer-Based Examination date, admit card, answer key and result.