The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notice for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) Examination, 2026. SSC will conduct an Open Competitive Examination to fill posts of Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs, Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (Male/Female), and Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF (Male). The notice will be uploaded on the SSC website (https://ssc.gov.in) on 10.09.2026.
In brief: SSC is recruiting Sub-Inspectors for Delhi Police, CAPFs (CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF, SSB) and CISF Fire wing. Tentative vacancies stand at 205 (SI Exe. Delhi Police-Male), 112 (SI Exe. Delhi Police-Female), 1,467 (SI GD in CAPFs, male+female combined), and 234 (SI Fire in CISF-Male) - a combined tentative total of 1,871 posts. Graduates aged 20–25 years (18–30 for SI Fire) can apply. Online applications are open from 10.09.2026 to 30.09.2026 (23:00 hrs), fee payment closes 01.10.2026. Applications are online only via ssc.gov.in or the mySSC app. Selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India.
SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
- Notice: Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026
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SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Examination Name | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 |
| Posts | SI (GD) in CAPFs, SI (Executive) in Delhi Police (Male/Female), SI (Fire) in CISF (Male) |
| Tentative Total Vacancies | 1,871 (post-wise breakup below) |
| Application Mode | Online only (ssc.gov.in / mySSC mobile app) |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (women, SC, ST, ESM exempted) |
| Online Application Dates | 10.09.2026 to 30.09.2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India (All India Service Liability, except SI in Delhi Police) |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
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SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Upload / Registration Start | 10.09.2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 30.09.2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 01.10.2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Window for Application Form Correction | 08.10.2026 to 10.10.2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Computer Based Examination (Paper-I) | Not specified in the notification; to be notified later |
SSC SI CAPF Vacancy 2026 Details
Vacancies are tentative and reported by the Ministry of Home Affairs (CAPFs) and Delhi Police; SSC does not decide or allocate vacancies state-wise, region-wise or force-wise.
Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police – Male
| Category | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 77 | 49 | 27 | 13 | 18 | 184 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Others) | 05 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 12 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Special Category) | 05 | 02 | 01 | - | 01 | 09 |
| Total Vacancies | 87 | 54 | 30 | 14 | 20 | 205 |
Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police – Female
| Category | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 47 | 30 | 16 | 08 | 11 | 112 |
| Total Vacancies | 47 | 30 | 16 | 08 | 11 | 112 |
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs – Force-wise
| Force | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | Grand Total | ESM (@10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRPF | Male | 90 | 23 | 61 | 34 | 17 | 225 | 254 | 25 |
| Female | 12 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 29 | |||
| BSF | Male | 178 | 43 | 117 | 65 | 32 | 435 | 457 | 46 |
| Female | 9 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 22 | |||
| ITBP | Male | 89 | 21 | 30 | 18 | 1 | 159 | 187 | 19 |
| Female | 16 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 28 | |||
| CISF | Male | 82 | 20 | 54 | 30 | 14 | 200 | 250 | 25 |
| Female | 21 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 4 | 50 | |||
| SSB | Male | 103 | 11 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 154 | 172 | 17 |
| Female | 1 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 18 | |||
| Total | Male | 542 | 118 | 280 | 163 | 70 | 1173 | 1320 | 132 |
| Female | 59 | 20 | 39 | 20 | 9 | 147 |
Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF – Male
| Category | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total | ESM (@10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 74 | 75 | 52 | 16 | 17 | 234 | 18 |
Candidates selected for SI posts in CAPFs are liable to serve anywhere in India. All posts except SI in Delhi Police carry All India Service Liability (AISL).
SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Pay Scale / Post Classification
| Post | Pay Scale | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) | Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial |
| Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) | Group 'C' (Delhi Police) |
| Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) | Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial |
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SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
A candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal, or a subject of Bhutan (subject to a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India for Nepal/Bhutan subjects).
SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| SI in Delhi Police / SI (GD) in CAPFs | Bachelor's degree from a recognised university or equivalent. Candidates awaiting final result may also apply but must possess the qualification by the closing date. |
| SI (Fire) in CISF | Bachelor's degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from a recognised university or equivalent; OR Matriculation plus a 3-year diploma in Mechanical/Civil/Electrical/Automobile/Chemical/Mining/Aeronautical/Telecommunication Engineering or equivalent. A higher qualification (B.Tech/M.Tech) in relevant fields is treated as value addition, subject to the basic diploma being held. |
For the post of SI in Delhi Police, male candidates must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) on the date fixed for the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT). Male candidates without a valid LMV licence are eligible only for SI posts in CAPFs, not Delhi Police.
SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on the crucial date, 01.08.2026.
- All posts except SI (Fire) in CISF: 20–25 years (born not earlier than 02.08.2001 and not later than 01.08.2006).
- SI (Fire) in CISF: 18–30 years (born not earlier than 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2008).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years, after deducting military service rendered from actual age (as on closing date) |
| Widows/divorced/judicially separated women (not remarried) - for SI in Delhi Police | Up to 35 years of age |
| Widows/divorced/judicially separated women, SC/ST (not remarried) - for SI in Delhi Police | Up to 40 years of age |
| Departmental candidates (UR/EWS), Delhi Police, min. 3 years' service | Up to 30 years of age |
| Departmental candidates (OBC), Delhi Police, min. 3 years' service | Up to 33 years of age |
| Departmental candidates (SC/ST), Delhi Police, min. 3 years' service | Up to 35 years of age |
Departmental candidates among Constables, Head Constables and Assistant Sub-Inspectors of Delhi Police with a minimum of three years' service, not exceeding 30 years (33 for OBC, 35 for SC/ST) of age, may also apply for Open Vacancies of SI (Executive), Delhi Police-Male.
SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- Fee payable: ₹100 (Rupees One Hundred only).
- Women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen (eligible for reservation) are exempted from fee payment.
- Fee can be paid only through online modes: BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit card.
- Fee payment closes 01.10.2026 (23:00 hrs); no other mode of payment is permitted.
- Fee once paid is non-refundable and non-adjustable against any other examination.
- Application Form Correction Window (08.10.2026 to 10.10.2026) charges: ₹200 for the first correction, ₹500 for the second correction - applicable to all candidates regardless of gender/category.
SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Selection Process / Scheme of Examination
The examination consists of four mandatory stages: Paper-I, Physical Standard Test (PST) / Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper-II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
Paper-I
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 1 Hour (sectional timer of 15 minutes per part) |
| II | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 25 | 25 | |
| III | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| IV | English Comprehension | 25 | 25 |
Paper-II
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 1 Hour (sectional timer of 20 minutes per part) |
| II | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 20 | 40 | |
| III | Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 40 | |
| IV | English Comprehension | 100 | 200 | 1 Hour |
Questions in both papers are Objective Multiple Choice Type, set in Hindi and English (Parts I–III). Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer in Paper-I, 0.50 marks per wrong answer in Paper-II. Difficulty level of Paper-II is higher than Paper-I. NCC Certificate holders get bonus marks: 5% (NCC 'C'), 3% (NCC 'B'), 2% (NCC 'A') of maximum marks in each paper, as on the closing date of application.
Physical Standard Test (PST) – Height & Chest Norms
Height and chest requirements vary by post (SI Delhi Police / SI CAPFs / SI Fire CISF) and candidate category (general, hill areas, Scheduled Tribes, Gorkha, North-Eastern States, etc.), ranging from 154 cm to 170 cm for height depending on category and gender. Female candidates have no minimum chest measurement requirement. Weight must correspond to height for all posts. PST/PET is qualifying/eliminating in nature and does not carry marks. Relaxation in height/chest is permitted only on production of the prescribed competent-authority certificate.
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 100 metre Race | 16 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Long Distance Race | 1.6 Km in 6.5 minutes | 800 metre in 4 minutes |
| Long Jump | 3.65 metre (3 chances) | 2.7 metre (3 chances) |
| High Jump | 1.2 metre (3 chances) | 0.9 metre (3 chances) |
| Shot Put (16 Lbs) | 4.5 metre (3 chances) | Not specified in the notification |
Ex-Servicemen are exempted from PET but must clear the written tests, physical standards and medical standards prescribed for direct recruits.
Medical Examination
All candidates who qualify Paper-II undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME) by CAPF Medical Officers. A Review Medical Examination (RME) is conducted for candidates found unfit in DME, preferably the next day; the decision of the Review Medical Board is final. DME/RME is mandatory but qualifying in nature.
Document Verification
Document Verification is conducted by the CAPFs before final result declaration, preferably alongside the DME/RME stage. Candidates must bring two passport-size colour photographs, one original valid Photo ID proof, and originals plus copies of: Matriculation/Secondary Certificate, Educational Qualification Certificate, equivalence order/letter (if applicable), Caste/Category Certificate (if reserved category), Driving Licence (for Delhi Police male candidates), and Ex-Servicemen undertaking/certificates (if applicable).
SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Indicative Syllabus
- General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, similarities/differences, space visualization, problem solving, coding-decoding, number/figural series, syllogistic reasoning, Venn diagrams, critical thinking, etc.
- General Knowledge and General Awareness: Current events, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity, Indian Constitution, Scientific Research.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Number systems, percentage, ratio, averages, interest, profit & loss, time & work, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, mensuration, data interpretation (graphs, histograms, pie charts).
- English Comprehension: Error recognition, fill in the blanks, vocabulary, spellings, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms, idioms, comprehension.
How to Apply for SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC website, https://ssc.gov.in. OTR generated on the old website (ssc.nic.in) will not work on the new website.
- Log in using your Registration Number and Password, then click 'Apply' against the SSC SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026.
- Fill in the Online Application Form either on the SSC website or via the 'mySSC' mobile application (available on Google Play Store).
- Candidates are advised to opt for Aadhaar-Based Authentication while completing OTR, which exempts them from photo/signature rejection on format grounds and from producing colour photographs/photo-ID at the exam venue.
- Capture a live photograph as prompted by the application (no pre-existing photo upload) with good light, plain background, no cap/mask/glasses.
- Upload scanned signature in JPEG format (10–20 KB, approx. 6.0 cm width x 2.0 cm height).
- Use the Preview/Print option to check all details before final submission.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 online (if not exempted) through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro or RuPay Debit card.
- Submit the application before 30.09.2026 (23:00 hrs) and complete fee payment before 01.10.2026 (23:00 hrs).
SSC SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- A candidate must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, or a subject of Bhutan.
- The Commission neither collects vacancies nor allocates candidates state-wise, region-wise, zone-wise or city-wise for this examination.
- Candidates should submit applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute website load issues; SSC is not responsible for failure to submit due to such reasons.
- Applications with incomplete fee payment status will be summarily rejected.
- After the correction window closes, no further change/correction/modification will be allowed under any circumstances.
- Candidates have the option to choose three examination centres (in order of priority) within the same SSC region; no request for centre change will be entertained later.
- Marks in multi-shift Computer Based Examinations will be normalized as per the Commission's published procedure.
- There is no provision for re-evaluation/re-checking of scores.
- Success in the examination confers no right to appointment unless the Commission is satisfied, after such enquiry as considered necessary, that the candidate is suitable in all respects.
- Candidates should retain their application forms and exam-related documents for at least 3 years for future reference.
- Information furnished in the application will be verified against original documents during Document Verification; false information will lead to summary rejection of candidature.
- Various penalties (ranging from 1 to 7 years' debarment) apply for unfair means, impersonation, misbehaviour, or possession of prohibited devices during the examination - full details are in the official notice.
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