The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has issued the official notification for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026. Through this recruitment, a total of 1871 tentative vacancies will be filled for the post of Sub-Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 10th September 2026 to 30th September 2026 till 11 PM through the official SSC website. Women, SC/ST candidates, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from application fee.
Check complete details about SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 eligibility, vacancy, selection process and how to apply below.
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SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector (SI) |
| Total Vacancies | 1871 Posts |
| Exam Name | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 |
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Qualification | Degree / Diploma (Post-wise) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-6, Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100/- (No fee for Women/SC/ST/Ex-SM) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Apply Start Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 at 11 PM |
SSC CPO Recruitment Details 2026
Post Name: Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police, Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs, and Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF.
Total Posts: 1871
Pay Scale: Pay Level-6, Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400. Delhi Police SI is a Group C post, while SI (GD) in CAPFs and SI (Fire) in CISF are Group B, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts.
Application Fee: Rs. 100, payable online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking or debit cards. Women, SC/ST candidates, and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempted.
SSC CPO Vacancy Breakdown 2026
| Post/Force | Male | Female | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Police SI | 205 | 112 | 317 |
| BSF SI (GD) | 435 | 22 | 457 |
| CISF SI (GD) | 200 | 50 | 250 |
| CRPF SI (GD) | 225 | 29 | 254 |
| ITBP SI (GD) | 159 | 28 | 187 |
| SSB SI (GD) | 154 | 18 | 172 |
| CISF SI (Fire) | 234 | NA | 234 |
| Total | 1612 | 259 | 1871 |
The vacancies are tentative. SSC does not allocate these vacancies state-wise, and candidates selected for CAPF posts may be posted anywhere in India.
Eligibility Criteria for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026
Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens or subjects of Nepal or Bhutan.
Educational Qualification:
- Delhi Police SI and CAPF SI (GD): Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Appearing candidates can apply, but result must be declared on or before 30 September 2026.
- CISF SI (Fire): This post is for male candidates only. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, or Matriculation with a three-year diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automobile, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical or Telecommunication Engineering.
- Driving Licence: Male candidates seeking Delhi Police SI posts must possess a valid LMV driving licence for both motorcycle and car on the date fixed for PE&MT.
Age Limit:
- Delhi Police SI and CAPF SI (GD): 20 to 25 years as on 1 August 2026.
- CISF SI (Fire): 18 to 30 years as on 1 August 2026.
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years. Eligible Ex-Servicemen receive 3 years after deducting military service.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern for SSC CPO Recruitment
Selection Process: The selection process involves Paper-I, Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper-II, Medical Examination, and Document Verification. Final merit is based on Paper-II marks, including NCC bonus marks.
SSC CPO Exam Pattern:
- Paper-I: 100 questions for 100 marks, 1 hour total. Sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension (25 questions each, 15 min per section). Negative marking 0.25.
- Paper-II: 160 questions for 320 marks, 2 hours total. English Comprehension has 100 questions for 200 marks (1 hour). Negative marking 0.50.
NCC Bonus: NCC A, B and C certificate holders get 2%, 3% and 5% of maximum marks respectively.
Exam Centres in Assam: Dibrugarh (5102), Guwahati/Dispur (5105), Jorhat (5107) and Silchar (5111).
Physical Standards and Endurance Test
General Standards: Minimum height 170 cm for men and 157 cm for women. Male chest 80 cm unexpanded and 85 cm expanded. For North-Eastern candidates including Assam, height is relaxed to 165 cm for men and 155 cm for women.
PET for Male: 100 metres in 16 seconds, 1.6 km in 6 min 30 seconds, long jump 3.65m, high jump 1.2m and shot put 4.5m.
PET for Female: 100 metres in 18 seconds, 800 metres in 4 minutes, long jump 2.7m and high jump 0.9m.
How to Apply for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply through the SSC website or the mySSC mobile application.
- Open the Application Form link in Important Links below.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website if you have not already done so.
- Choose the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 application.
- Enter your details, qualifications, and examination-centre preferences.
- Capture your live photograph and upload the scanned signature (10 to 20 KB, 6cm wide by 2cm high).
- Review the form and submit it by 11 PM on 30 September 2026.
- Pay the fee, if applicable, by 11 PM on 1 October 2026.
Application Correction: Eligible applicants can correct their forms from 8 to 10 October 2026. The charge is Rs. 200 for the first correction and Rs. 500 for the second.
Important Dates of SSC CPO Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Apply Start Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 30 September 2026 at 11 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 1 October 2026 at 11 PM |
| Correction Window | 8 to 10 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
Important Link of SSC CPO Recruitment 2026
| Online Application | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Install Android App | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 is 30th September 2026 till 11 PM. Fee payment can be done till 1st October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
There are total 1871 tentative vacancies including 317 for Delhi Police SI, 1320 for CAPFs SI (GD) and 234 for CISF SI (Fire).
What is the qualification for SSC CPO Recruitment?
For Delhi Police and CAPF SI (GD), a Bachelor’s degree in any stream is required. For CISF SI (Fire), Science graduation or 3-year diploma in engineering is required.
What is the age limit for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
For Delhi Police and CAPF SI (GD), age limit is 20 to 25 years and for CISF SI (Fire) it is 18 to 30 years as on 1st August 2026.
What is the selection process for SSC CPO Recruitment?
The selection includes Paper-I (CBT), PST/PET, Paper-II (CBT), Medical Examination and Document Verification. Final merit is based on Paper-II marks.