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

Official
Staff Selection Commission All India Government · Full-time
2,018 Total Vacancies
30 Sep 2026 Last Date to Apply
₹35,400 - ₹112,400 Salary / Month
₹100 Application Fee
20 - 25 yrs Age Limit

About This Recruitment

SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026

The Staff Selection Commission is conducting the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026.

Tentative Vacancies

2,018

Sub-Inspector Posts

Application Start
10 September 2026

Online registration

Last Date
30 September 2026

Online application

Recruitment Overview
Recruiting Organization Staff Selection Commission
Examination Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026
Total Tentative Vacancies 2,018
Application Start Date 10 September 2026
Last Date to Apply 30 September 2026
Application Fee ₹100 for applicable candidates
Pay Level Level-6
Selection Process Paper-I, PST/PET, Paper-II, Medical Examination and Document Verification
The vacancy figures are tentative. Candidates must verify the latest category-wise vacancies and post-specific conditions from the official SSC notification.

Eligibility

Educational Qualification and Eligibility Graduate-level recruitment
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification, subject to post-specific conditions.
  • A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent is generally required.
  • Final-year candidates must satisfy the qualification possession requirements stated in the notification.
  • Additional requirements may apply for Delhi Police Male candidates.
  • Physical and medical standards must be satisfied for the relevant post and force.
  • Citizenship and other eligibility conditions must be fulfilled as prescribed by SSC.
Candidates must verify the exact qualification cut-off date and post-specific eligibility requirements in the official notification.

Age Limit

Age Limit Post-specific age criteria
Post Age Limit
Regular Sub-Inspector Posts 20–25 years
SI Fire As prescribed in the official notification
Age Relaxation As per applicable government rules

The relevant age-calculation date and post-specific age conditions must be checked in the official SSC notification.

Vacancy Details

SSC CPO Vacancy Details 2026 2,018 tentative vacancies
The Staff Selection Commission has notified 2,018 tentative vacancies for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026.

Vacancies are distributed between Delhi Police and participating Central Armed Police Forces. The final category-wise and force-wise vacancy details may be revised by the Commission.

Recruitment Area Vacancies
Delhi Police As per official vacancy table
Central Armed Police Forces As per official vacancy table
Total Tentative Vacancies 2,018
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete force-wise, category-wise and gender-wise vacancy distribution.

Application Fee

Application Fee Online payment
Category Fee
General / Applicable Candidates ₹100
Women Candidates Exempted
SC / ST Candidates Exempted
Eligible Ex-Servicemen Exempted

Fee exemption and payment conditions are subject to the official notification.

Exam Pattern

SSC CPO Examination Pattern Paper-I and Paper-II
Paper-I
Mode Computer Based Examination
Subjects General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension
Total Questions 200
Total Marks 200
Duration 2 hours
Negative Marking 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer
Paper-II
Subject English Language and Comprehension
Total Questions 200
Total Marks 200
Duration 2 hours
Candidates must check the official notice for any post-specific instructions, examination changes and applicable qualifying standards.

Selection Process

Selection Process Recruitment stages
  1. Paper-I Computer Based Examination
  2. Physical Standard Test and Physical Endurance Test (PST/PET)
  3. Paper-II Computer Based Examination
  4. Detailed Medical Examination / Review Medical Examination
  5. Document Verification

Candidates must qualify at each applicable stage according to the official recruitment rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are announced?

There are 2,018 tentative vacancies for the SSC CPO Examination 2026.

When does the application process start?

The application process starts on 10 September 2026.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online application is 30 September 2026.

What is the application fee?

The applicable application fee is ₹100. Eligible exempted categories do not need to pay the fee.

What is the educational qualification?

A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent qualification is generally required.

What is the salary?

The post carries Pay Level-6 with a pay scale of ₹35,400–₹1,12,400.

What is the selection process?

The process includes Paper-I, PST/PET, Paper-II, medical examination and document verification.

Where can candidates apply?

Applications are submitted through the official Staff Selection Commission website .

Application Instructions

How to Apply Online SSC application process
  1. Visit the official SSC website.
  2. Complete One-Time Registration, if not already completed.
  3. Log in to the SSC application portal.
  4. Select Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026.
  5. Enter personal, educational and other required details.
  6. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
  7. Pay the applicable fee, if required.
  8. Submit the application before the closing date.
  9. Download and save the submitted application form.
Verify all information before final submission. Applications must be submitted through the official SSC portal.

Important Instructions

Important Instructions Before submitting the application
  • Read the official SSC notification carefully.
  • Check the qualification and age requirements.
  • Verify physical and medical standards.
  • Complete the application before 30 September 2026.
  • Pay the fee by 01 October 2026, where applicable.
  • Keep the registration number and application copy safely.
  • Follow the official SSC website for further updates.

Participating Forces

Participating Forces CAPF Sub-Inspector recruitment
  • Border Security Force (BSF)
  • Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
  • Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
  • Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
  • Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
  • Delhi Police

Force allocation is subject to vacancies, merit, preferences and the applicable recruitment rules.

Physical Standards

Physical Standard and Endurance Test PST/PET requirements

Physical standards and endurance requirements vary according to gender, category, post and participating force.

  • Height and chest standards, wherever applicable, must be satisfied.
  • Running and other endurance activities are conducted according to the prescribed standards.
  • Medical standards are applicable to the relevant post and force.
  • Delhi Police and CAPF candidates must follow the specific requirements in the official notification.
Refer to the official notification for exact height, chest, race, endurance and medical standards.

Salary Details

Salary and Pay Scale Pay Level-6
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400

Pay Matrix Level-6

Selected candidates are entitled to applicable allowances and benefits according to the rules of the respective department or force.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent qualification, subject to post-specific requirements

Age Limit: 20–25 years for regular SI posts; SI in Delhi Police - Male with specified additional requirements; SI Fire age limit as prescribed
Selection: Paper-I, Physical Standard Test/Physical Endurance Test, Paper-II, Detailed Medical Examination/Review Medical Examination and Document Verification
Citizenship: Indian citizen or as specified in the official notification
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent
Driving License: Valid driving licence for LMV required for eligible Delhi Police Male candidates where prescribed

Age relaxation is applicable to eligible categories according to government rules and the official notification. SI Fire age limit is post-specific.

Important Dates

Notification Release Date 10 September 2026

Official notification published

Application Start Date 10 September 2026

Online application begins

Last Date to Apply 30 September 2026

Online application closes

Last Date for Fee Payment 1 October 2026

Online fee payment deadline

Application Correction Window Start 8 October 2026

Correction window begins

Application Correction Window End 10 October 2026

Correction window closes

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