The SSC CPO Exam Date 2026 is out: Paper-I will be held from November 20 to 28, 2026 in computer-based mode. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) announced the date in an official notice dated October 1, 2026, for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026.
The SSC CPO 2026 recruitment, released under Notice No. E/37/2026-C-2, will fill 1,871 Sub-Inspector posts: SI (Exe.) in Delhi Police, SI (GD) in CAPFs and SI (Fire) in CISF. The online application window closed on September 30, 2026.
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This article covers the SSC CPO exam date 2026, vacancy details, eligibility, physical standards, exam pattern, salary and what candidates should do next.
The online application process has started from 10th September 2026 onwards. Interested and eligible candidates can now start submitting their application forms online at the official website ssc.gov.in.
SSC CPO Recruitment 2026
The eligible candidates who will be applying for the SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 will have to go through a selection process that includes Paper-I (Computer Based Examination), Physical Standard Test (PST)/Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper-II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). All these stages are mandatory.
Overview
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Post | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs |
| Vacancy | 1871 |
| Notice No. | E/37/2026-C-2 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 10th to 30th September 2026 |
| SSC CPO exam date 2026 (Paper-I) | November 20 to 28, 2026 |
| Selection Process | Paper-I, PST/PET, Paper-II, DME |
| Pay Scale | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) |
| Job Location | All India |
SSC CPO Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
The detailed notification has been released along with the complete registration schedule. The online application window has opened from 10th to 30th September 2026.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Starts | 10th September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30th September 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 1st October 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Window for Application Form Correction | 8th to 10th October 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Schedule of Computer Based Examination | November 20 to 28, 2026 |
SSC CPO Vacancy 2026
The Staff Selection Commission has announced a total of 3,035 Sub-Inspector vacancies across Delhi Police and CAPFs. The vacancy distribution is as follows:
Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Male
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPEN | 77 | 49 | 27 | 13 | 18 | 184 |
| Ex-Servicemen (others) | 05 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 12 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Spl. category) | 05 | 02 | 01 | – | 01 | 09 |
| TOTAL | 87 | 54 | 30 | 14 | 20 | 205 |
Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Female
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPEN | 47 | 30 | 16 | 08 | 11 | 112 |
| TOTAL | 47 | 30 | 16 | 08 | 11 | 112 |
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs
| 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 |
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SSC CPO Notification 2026 Out
The Staff Selection Commission has released a detailed SSC CPO Notification 2026 under Notice No. E/37/2026-C-2 at their official website, https://ssc.gov.in, to recruit eligible candidates for 3,035 Sub-Inspector vacancies in Delhi Police and CAPFs. Candidates who are willing to apply must first go through the notification PDF to check all the details, such as eligibility criteria, selection process, and more.
SSC CPO Notification 2026 PDF- Click to Download
SSC CPO Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates who are willing to apply for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 must first go through the PDF provided below to make sure they fulfill the required eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria covering Age Limit, Educational Qualifications, and Physical Standards are provided below.
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
| Post | Age Limit | Date of Birth Range |
|---|---|---|
| SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs (except SI Fire) | 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 |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of military service rendered |
| Widows, divorced women, women judicially separated (not remarried) | Up to 35 years |
| Widows, divorced women, women judicially separated (SC/ST, not remarried) | Up to 40 years |
| Departmental candidates (UR/EWS) of Delhi Police with 3 years service | Up to 30 years |
| Departmental candidates (OBC) of Delhi Police with 3 years service | Up to 33 years |
| Departmental candidates (SC/ST) of Delhi Police with 3 years service | Up to 35 years |
Educational Qualifications (as on closing date)
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| SI in Delhi Police and SI (GD) in CAPFs | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent |
| SI (Fire) in CISF | Bachelor’s degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics OR Matriculation + 3 years Diploma in Mechanical/Civil/Electrical/Automobiles/Chemical/Mining/Aeronautical/Telecommunication Engineering |
Note: Candidates who have appeared in their Bachelor’s degree examination can also apply; however, they must possess Essential Qualification on or before the cut-off date (closing date of receipt of applications).
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SSC CPO Physical Standards 2026
Height Norms for SI in Delhi Police
| Category | Height (cm) | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male (General) | 170 | 80 | 85 |
| Male (Hill areas/Gorkhas/Dogras/Marathas/Kashmir Valley/Leh & Ladakh/North-Eastern States/Sikkim) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Male (ST) | 162.5 | 77 | 82 |
| Female (General) | 157 | – | – |
| Female (Hill areas/Gorkhas/Dogras/Marathas/Kashmir Valley/Leh & Ladakh/North-Eastern States/Sikkim) | 155 | – | – |
| Female (ST) | 154 | – | – |
Height Norms for SI in CAPFs
| Category | Height (cm) | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male (General) | 170 | 80 | 85 |
| Male (Hill areas/Dogras/Marathas/Kashmir Valley/Leh & Ladakh/North-Eastern States/Sikkim) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Male (Gorkha) | 157 | 80 | 85 |
| Male (ST except North-Eastern) | 162.5 | 77 | 82 |
| Male (ST of North-Eastern States) | 157 | 77 | 82 |
| Female (General) | 157 | – | – |
| Female (Hill areas/Gorkhas/Dogras/Marathas/Kashmir Valley/Leh & Ladakh/North-Eastern States/Sikkim) | 155 | – | – |
| Female (ST) | 154 | – | – |
Height Norms for SI (Fire) in CISF
| Category | Height (cm) | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male (General) | 170 | 81 | 86 |
| Male (Hill areas/Gorkhas/Dogras/Marathas/Sikkimies/Leh & Ladakh/Kashmir Valley/North-Eastern States) | 165 | 81 | 86 |
| Male (ST including Mizos and Nagas) | 162.5 | 77 | 82 |
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
For Male Candidates:
- 100 metre race in 16 seconds
- 1.6 Kms race in 6.5 minutes
- Long Jump: 3.65 metre in 3 chances
- High Jump: 1.2 metre in 3 chances
- Shot put (16 Lbs): 4.5 metre in 3 chances
For Female Candidates:
- 100 metre race in 18 seconds
- 800 metre race in 4 minutes
- Long Jump: 2.7 metre in 3 chances
- High Jump: 0.9 metre in 3 chances
Note: Ex-Servicemen applying for the posts are not required to undergo PET. However, all Ex-Servicemen are required to pass the written tests and fulfill the physical standards prescribed herein.
Which Post Should You Apply For?
| Candidate Profile | Suitable SSC CPO Posts |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree + Valid LMV Driving License (Male) | SI in Delhi Police (Male) |
| Bachelor’s degree (Female) | SI in Delhi Police (Female) |
| Bachelor’s degree | SI (GD) in CAPFs |
| B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics OR Diploma in Engineering | SI (Fire) in CISF |
SSC CPO Apply Online 2026
Interested candidates who fulfill the required eligibility criteria can now start submitting their online application forms on the SSC official website ssc.gov.in, as the online application process has started from September 2026 onwards. Candidates must make sure to submit their application forms with all the correct details well before the last date to avoid any technical issues at the last moment.
SSC CPO Apply Online 2026 Link (Active)- Click to Apply
Documents Required for SSC CPO Application Process 2026
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
- Recent passport size photograph (live photo capture)
- Signature (JPEG format, 10 to 20 KB)
- Aadhaar Number (for Aadhaar-based authentication)
- Matriculation/Secondary Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Driving License for Motor Cycle and Car (for Delhi Police male candidates)
- Ex-Servicemen documents (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (if employed in Government)
SSC CPO Application Fee 2026
Before submitting the online application forms, candidates have to pay a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 100/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Women candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempted from payment of fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| Women/SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
Note: Fee can be paid only through online payment modes, namely BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit card.
SSC CPO Selection Process 2026
The selection of eligible candidates for Sub-Inspector posts will be conducted through the following stages:
- Paper-I (Computer Based Examination)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)/Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Paper-II (Computer Based Examination)
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
All these stages are mandatory.
Paper-I Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 1 Hour (With sectional timer of 15 Minutes for each part) |
| II | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 25 | 25 | |
| III | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| IV | English Comprehension | 25 | 25 |
Paper-II Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 1 Hour (With sectional timer of 20 Minutes for each part) |
| II | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 20 | 40 | |
| III | Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 40 | |
| IV | English Comprehension | 100 | 200 | 1 Hour |
Note: There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-I and 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-II. Questions will be set in Hindi and English in Parts-I, II and III of Paper-I and Paper-II.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 30% |
| OBC/EWS | 25% |
| All other categories | 20% |
SSC CPO Salary 2026
The SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 offers the post of Sub-Inspector with a pay scale of Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400/-).
| Post | Pay Scale | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| SI (GD) in CAPFs | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) | Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial |
| SI (Executive) in Delhi Police | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) | Group ‘C’ by Delhi Police |
| SI (Fire) in CISF | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) | Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial |
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
A1. The last date to apply online is 30th September 2026 (23:00 hrs).
Q2. How many vacancies are announced for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
A2. A total of 1871 vacancies have been announced for SI in Delhi Police, CAPFs, and CISF.
Q3. What is the age limit for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
A3. The age limit is 20-25 years for SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs (except SI Fire), and 18-30 years for SI (Fire) in CISF as on 01.08.2026.
Q4. What is the application fee for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
A4. The application fee is Rs. 100/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Women/SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen are exempted from payment of fee.
Q5. What is the selection process for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
A5. The selection process includes Paper-I (CBE), PST/PET, Paper-II (CBE), and Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
Q6. What is the salary for SSC CPO Sub-Inspector?
A6. The pay scale is Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400).
Q7. What is the educational qualification required for SSC CPO?
A7. Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent for SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs. For SI (Fire) in CISF, B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics OR Matriculation + 3 years Diploma in Engineering.
Q8. Is there negative marking in SSC CPO Exam?
A8. Yes, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-I and 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-II.
Q9. What is the height requirement for SSC CPO?
A9. For male candidates (General), height is 170 cm with chest 80 cm (unexpanded) and 85 cm (expanded). For female candidates (General), height is 157 cm.
Q10. Can female candidates apply for SSC CPO?
A10. Yes, female candidates can apply for SI (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Female and SI (GD) in CAPFs.
Q11. What is the NCC bonus marks scheme?
A11. NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders get 5% bonus marks, NCC ‘B’ Certificate holders get 3%, and NCC ‘A’ Certificate holders get 2% of the maximum marks in each paper.
Q12. Is a driving license mandatory for SSC CPO?
A12. Yes, male candidates must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) for the post of Sub Inspector in Delhi Police. Without a license, they are eligible only for SI in CAPFs.
Q13. What is the date of the SSC CPO Computer Based Examination?
A13. The schedule of the Computer Based Examination will be notified later.
Q14. Can candidates in the final year of graduation apply?
A14. Yes, candidates who have appeared in their Bachelor’s degree examination can apply, but they must possess the Essential Qualification on or before the closing date of receipt of applications.
Q15. What is the window for application form correction?
A15. The window for application form correction is from 8th to 10th October 2026 (23:00 hrs). A correction charge of Rs. 200/- for the first correction and Rs. 500/- for the second correction will be applicable.
What is the SSC CPO exam date 2026?
SSC CPO 2026 Paper-I will be held from November 20 to 28, 2026 in CBE mode.
