CAPF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026: The Directorate General, Border Security Force (BSF), acting as the nodal force, has released the detailed advertisement for selection to the post of Sub-Inspector (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) through the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2026. A total of 1,167 vacancies will be filled across BSF, CRPF, ITBP and SSB for the vacancy year 2026.
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This is a departmental exam, open only to serving personnel. Eligible ranks are Constables (GD), Head Constables (GD), ASIs (GD) and Constables (Tradesmen) of BSF, CRPF and ITBP, and ASIs (GD) of SSB, including those on deputation or attachment. Online applications will be accepted on bsf.mha.gov.in from 12 November 2026 to 31 December 2026 (11:59 PM).
CAPF SI LDCE 2026: Overview
Selected candidates will be promoted to Sub-Inspector at Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400). In this article, we cover the CAPF SI LDCE 2026 notification in detail: force-wise vacancies, eligibility, physical standards, exam centres, exam pattern, PET and the application process.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Nodal force | Border Security Force (BSF) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Exam name | Sub-Inspector in CAPFs Examination-2026 through LDCE |
| Post | Sub-Inspector (GD) |
| Participating forces | BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB |
| Total vacancies | 1,167 |
| Vacancy year | 2026 |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Application dates | 12 November – 31 December 2026 |
| Selection process | CBT, PST/PET, document verification, medical exam |
| Pay scale | Level-6, ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Maximum attempts | 3 |
| Helpline | 011-24364851, 011-24364852 |
| Official website | bsf.mha.gov.in |
CAPF SI LDCE 2026 Notification PDF
BSF issued the advertisement to all CAPFs through letter No. A.2/SI (LDCE)/CAPFs Exam-2026/Pers(Rectt)/BSF/2026/7179-98, dated 10 November 2026. The notice asks all forces to circulate the information down to the lowest formation, so that every eligible jawan can apply. The detailed advertisement will be live on bsf.mha.gov.in from 12 November 2026.
Check Official Notice PDf here
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement circulated to forces | 10 November 2026 |
| Online application starts | 12 November 2026 (00:01 hrs) |
| Last date to apply | 31 December 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Crucial date for age | 31 December 2026 |
| CBT date | To be announced |
| Objection window for answer key | 2–3 days after the CBT |
CAPF SI LDCE Vacancy 2026
ITBP has the most vacancies (430), followed by CRPF (377), BSF (235) and SSB (125). Vacancies may increase or decrease for administrative reasons.
| Force | Gender | SC | ST | UR | Total | Force total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | Male | 33 | 17 | 173 | 223 | 235 |
| BSF | Female | 2 | 1 | 9 | 12 | |
| CRPF | Male | 52 | 26 | 269 | 347 | 377 |
| CRPF | Female | 5 | 2 | 23 | 30 | |
| SSB | Male and Female | 19 | 9 | 97 | 125 | 125 |
| ITBP | Male and Female | 56 | 32 | 342 | 430 | 430 |
| Grand total | 167 | 87 | 913 | 1,167 |
For SSB and ITBP, the notice gives one combined figure for male and female candidates.
CAPF SI LDCE Eligibility Criteria 2026
The following serving personnel can apply, as provided in the Recruitment Rules of their force:
- BSF, CRPF, ITBP: Constables (GD), Constables (Tradesmen), Head Constables (GD) and ASIs (GD)
- SSB: ASIs (GD)
- Personnel on deputation or attachment outside their parent unit or force can also apply, through their parent unit.
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Service | At least 4 years of regular service, including basic training |
| Upper age limit | 32 years, as on the closing date (31 December 2026) |
| Age relaxation | 5 years for SC/ST |
| Education | Degree from a recognised university, or equivalent |
| Service record | Minimum “Good” APAR grading for the last 5 years (or 4 years, if only 4 years served), and an unblemished, clean record of entire service until the offer of appointment |
| Medical category | SHAPE-I only. Low medical category candidates will not be considered |
| Attempts | Maximum 3 chances |
Physical Standards (Height and Chest)
| Category | Height | Chest (unexpanded / expanded) |
|---|---|---|
| Male: General | 170 cm | 80 / 85 cm |
| Male: Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas; candidates from Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir and Leh & Ladakh | 165 cm | 80 / 85 cm |
| Male: Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 cm | 77 / 82 cm |
| Male: Scheduled Tribes of the North-East | 157 cm | 77 / 82 cm |
| Female: General | 157 cm | Not applicable |
| Female: Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas; candidates from Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Manipur, Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir and Leh & Ladakh | 155 cm | Not applicable |
| Female: Scheduled Tribes | 154 cm | Not applicable |
Weight should be in proportion to height. It will not disqualify a candidate at the PET stage, and will be assessed during the medical examination.
CAPF SI LDCE 2026 Exam Centres (Locations)
The following 30 CAPF establishments are designated as exam centres. BSF says it will try to hold the CBT at the centre nearest to each candidate’s place of posting.
| Force | Exam centre address |
|---|---|
| CRPF | DIG GC, CRPF Hiranagar, Kootah Morh, PO/Teh/PS Hiranagar, NRS-Kathua, Distt Kathua (J&K) – 184142 |
| CRPF | DIG GC, CRPF, Vill. Khewra, PO Bahalgarh, Meerut Road, Sonepat (Haryana) – 131021 |
| CRPF | DIG GC, CRPF, Mokamaghat, Distt Patna (Bihar) – 803303 |
| CRPF | DIG GC, CRPF, Panihar Road, Naya Gaon, Gwalior (MP) – 475330 |
| CRPF | DIG GC, CRPF, PO Amerigog, Guwahati (Assam) – 781023 |
| CRPF | DIG GC, CRPF, Langjing Imphal, PO Imphal, Distt Imphal West (Manipur) – 795113 |
| CRPF | DIG GC, CRPF, Avadi, Chennai (Tamil Nadu) – 600065 |
| CRPF | DIG GC, CRPF, Nagpur (Maharashtra) – 440019 |
| ITBP | 23 Bn ITBP, PO Seemadwar, Distt Dehradun (Uttarakhand) – 248146 |
| ITBP | 50 Bn ITBP, PO Sector-26, Panchkula (Haryana) – 134116 |
| SSB | 41 Bn SSB, Ranidanga at Kalarmajote, PO Sushrutanagar, Distt Darjeeling (WB) – 734012 |
| SSB | 3rd Bn SSB, Garhi Road Parade Ground, Lakhimpur Kheri (UP) – 262701 |
| SSB | SSB Academy Bhopal, Vill. Chandukheri, PO Gandhi Nagar, Distt Bhopal (MP) – 462036 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF Kashmir, PO Humhama, Distt Budgam, Srinagar (J&K) – 190003 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF Jammu, Palaura Camp, Jammu (J&K) – 181124 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF, BSF Campus, Jalandhar Cantt (Punjab) – 144006 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF Gujarat, PO CRPF Group Centre, Chiloda Road, Gandhinagar (Gujarat) – 382045 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF Rajasthan, Mandore Road, Jodhpur (Rajasthan) – 342026 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF South Bengal, Plot No. II/E/I, Action Area-II E, New Town, Kolkata (WB) – 700161 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF North Bengal, PO Kadamtala (Siliguri), Distt Darjeeling (WB) – 734011 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF Meghalaya, PO Umpling, Distt East Khasi Hills, Shillong (Meghalaya) – 793006 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF Tripura, PO Salbagan, Agartala (Tripura) – 799012 |
| BSF | IG, Ftr HQ M&C, PO Arunachal, Distt Cachar (Assam) – 788025 |
| BSF | BSF TC&S Hazaribagh, Meru Camp, Hazaribagh (Jharkhand) – 825317 |
| BSF | CSWT BSF Indore, Bijasan Road, Indore (MP) – 452005 |
| BSF | IG (HQ) BSF FHQ, West Block No. 8, R K Puram Sector-1, New Delhi |
| BSF | BSF Academy Tekanpur, Gwalior (MP) – 475005 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ (Spl Ops) BSF, PO AF Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru (Karnataka) – 560063 |
| BSF | THQ IG (Spl Ops) Chhattisgarh, c/o BSP De-notified Higher Secondary School Building, opp. SBI Marora Branch, Raisali, Bhilai, Distt Durg (Chhattisgarh) – 490006 |
| BSF | Ftr HQ BSF Guwahati, PO Azara, Distt Kamrup, Guwahati (Assam) – 781017 |
Choose your centre carefully. No request to change the centre will be considered after applying. BSF may cancel a centre or move candidates to another centre if needed.
CAPF SI LDCE Selection Process 2026
The selection has two stages:
- Stage I: Written Examination in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode
- Stage II: Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification and Medical Examination
PST and PET are conducted by an outsourced firm. The final merit list is prepared by the nodal force for the vacancy year 2026, based on the CBT. The list of finally selected candidates (force-wise) will be uploaded on the BSF website and sent to each Directorate General for offers of appointment.
CAPF SI LDCE Exam Pattern 2026
The CBT is a single objective-type paper of 200 marks, with a duration of 3 hours 30 minutes.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 |
| Comprehension and Communication Skill | 50 |
| Numerical Ability | 50 |
| General Awareness and Professional Knowledge | 50 |
| Total | 200 |
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum in each part | Minimum in aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| All candidates (other than SC/ST) | 45% | 50% |
| SC / ST | 40% | 45% |
- Calculators and electronic gadgets are not allowed.
- An objection management link will open on the BSF website 2–3 days after the CBT.
- There is no re-evaluation or rechecking of scores.
Tie-Breaking Rules
If two or more candidates get the same aggregate marks in the CBT, the tie is broken in this order:
- Date of birth: The older candidate ranks higher.
- Alphabetical order of the candidate’s first name.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 100 m race | 16 seconds | 18 seconds |
| 1.6 km race | 6 minutes 30 seconds | — |
| 800 m race | — | 4 minutes |
| Long jump | 12 feet (3 chances) | 9 feet (3 chances) |
| High jump | 3.9 feet (3 chances) | 3 feet (3 chances) |
| Shot put (16 lbs) | 14.8 feet (3 chances) | — |
- PET is qualifying only. Failing any one event disqualifies the candidate from the remaining events.
- No appeal is allowed at the PET stage.
- For height and chest measurements, a candidate who disagrees with the result can appeal to the Appellate Authority on the same day at the same venue. The re-measurement on the last day of PST/PET is final.
Document Verification and Medical Examination
Documents to produce in original: age proof, educational certificates, caste certificate, medical fitness certificate, the service-cum-eligibility certificate (Annexure-III), the undertaking (Annexure-IV) and the NOC (Annexure-V).
Medical exam: Candidates who clear the PET will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination by the medical boards of the CAPFs, following MHA guidelines of 20 May 2015 and 31 May 2021. A Review Medical Examination is available in continuation, under the existing right to appeal.
CAPF SI Salary
The post of Sub-Inspector carries Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) in the 7th Pay Commission matrix, plus allowances as admissible from time to time.
How to Apply for CAPF SI LDCE 2026
Applications are accepted online only at bsf.mha.gov.in from 12 November 2026 (00:01 hrs) to 31 December 2026 (23:59 hrs). The process has three steps.
Step 1: One Time Registration (OTR)
- Visit bsf.mha.gov.in and complete the One Time Registration with your name, mobile number and email ID.
- Use only an active mobile number and email ID.
- Your Registration ID and password will be sent to your mobile and email. Keep them safe for the whole recruitment process.
- Registration details cannot be changed after submission.
Step 2: Fill the Online Application
- Log in and click “Apply Here” next to the SI (LDCE) 2026 advertisement under “Online Application”.
- Select your force, RA (exam centre) and category, and fill in your regimental number, rank, unit, date of birth, date of enrolment and attempt number.
- Upload your photograph, signature, thumb impression and documents in the required sizes.
- Upload the service-cum-eligibility certificate (Annexure-III), undertaking (Annexure-IV) and NOC from the competent authority (Annexure-V).
- Preview the form and correct any errors. No changes are allowed after clicking Submit.
Step 3: Fee Payment
Candidates who are not exempt must pay the exam fee online through net banking, debit card or credit card, using the “Pay Now” link in their application history. The application is complete only after the fee is paid. The fee amount is not stated in the advertisement; it will be shown on the portal. A printout of the application need not be sent to BSF.
Upload Size Requirements
| Item | Size | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 30 – 100 KB | JPG / JPEG / PNG |
| Signature | 20 – 50 KB | JPG / JPEG / PNG |
| Thumb impression | Up to 50 KB | JPG / JPEG / PNG |
| Documents | 30 – 100 KB | JPG / JPEG / PNG |
| NOC and Annexure-III/IV certificates | 30 – 100 KB |
Photo rule: The photograph must not be more than 3 months old from the date of the notice, and must be without cap and spectacles, with the face clearly visible. Applications with older or improper photographs will be rejected.
Other Important Points
- Personnel on deputation or attachment must apply through their parent unit to get the NOC and service certificate.
- No TA/DA is paid for the LDCE. The exam period is treated as leave.
- Admit cards will be issued online by the outsourced firm, and eligible candidates will be informed by email or SMS.
- Apply early to avoid website load near the closing date.
FAQs: CAPF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are there in CAPF SI LDCE 2026?
There are 1,167 vacancies: ITBP 430, CRPF 377, BSF 235 and SSB 125.
Q2. Who can apply for CAPF SI LDCE 2026?
Serving Constables (GD), Constables (Tradesmen), Head Constables (GD) and ASIs (GD) of BSF, CRPF and ITBP, and ASIs (GD) of SSB, who meet the eligibility conditions.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 31 December 2026, until 11:59 PM.
Q4. What is the age limit?
The upper age limit is 32 years as on 31 December 2026, with 5 years’ relaxation for SC/ST.
Q5. What is the minimum service required?
At least 4 years of regular service, including basic training.
Q6. What is the educational qualification?
A degree from a recognised university, or equivalent.
Q7. What is the CAPF SI LDCE exam pattern?
A single 200-mark CBT of 3 hours 30 minutes, with 50 marks each for Reasoning, Comprehension and Communication, Numerical Ability, and General Awareness and Professional Knowledge.
Q8. What are the qualifying marks?
45% in each part and 50% in aggregate, with 5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates.
Q9. How many exam centres are there?
There are 30 exam centres at CRPF, ITBP, SSB and BSF establishments across India. The full list is given above.
Q10. How many times can a candidate appear in the LDCE?
A departmental candidate gets a maximum of 3 chances.
Q11. What is the salary of a CAPF Sub-Inspector?
Pay Level-6, ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400, plus allowances.
Q12. Can I change my exam centre after applying?
No. Requests to change the centre will not be considered under any circumstances.
