SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026 – 1,871 Vacancies Apply Online
Post Writer: Prashant
Short Information:
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) Examination, 2026 on 10 September 2026. A total of 1,871 vacancies are available for Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (Male/Female), Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs, and the newly introduced Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF. Online applications are open from 10 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 on the official website. This is a golden opportunity for graduates seeking a prestigious career in the central police forces .
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026
Advertisement No. E/37/2026-C-2
Important Dates :
Event | Date |
Notification Release Date | 10 September 2026 |
Online Apply Start On | 10 September 2026 |
Registration Last Date | 30 September 2026 (up to 11:00 PM) |
Fee Payment Last Date | 01 October 2026 (up to 11:00 PM) |
Correction Window | 08 October 2026 to 10 October 2026 |
CBT Exam Date | October – November 2026 (Tentative) |
Application Fee :
Category | Fee |
General / OBC / EWS | 100/- |
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / All Female Candidates | Free |
Payment Mode:Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI
Correction Charges: Rs200 for first time, Rs500 for second time
Age Limit (As on 1 August 2026) :
Post | Age Limit |
Delhi Police SI & CAPF SI (GD) | 20 to 25 Years |
SI (Fire) in CISF | 18 to 30 Years |
Age Relaxation:SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, Ex-Servicemen: 3 years, Widows/Divorced Women (UR): up to 35 years, Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST): up to 40 years
Vacancy Details :
Post Name | Total Vacancies |
Sub-Inspector (Executive) – Delhi Police (Male) | 205 |
Sub-Inspector (Executive) – Delhi Police (Female) | 112 |
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs | 1,320 |
Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF (Male) | 234 |
Total | 1,871 |
CAPF Force-wise Distribution:BSF (457), CRPF (254), CISF (250), ITBP (187), SSB (172)
Educational Qualification :
Post | Qualification |
Delhi Police SI & CAPF SI (GD) | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University |
SI (Fire) in CISF | B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics OR Matriculation with 3-year Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline |
Driving License:Male candidates applying for Delhi Police SI must possess a valid LMV (Motorcycle & Car) driving license on the date of Physical Endurance Test.
Pay Scale
• Pay Level:Level-6 (Rs35,400 – Rs1,12,400)
• Additional Benefits:DA, HRA, TA, and other allowances as per government rules.
Selection Process :
Stage | Description |
1. Paper-I (CBT) | Computer-Based Examination (Qualifying) |
2. PST/PET | Physical Standard Test & Physical Endurance Test (Qualifying) |
3. Paper-II (CBT) | Computer-Based Examination (Merit Deciding) |
4. DME | Detailed Medical Examination (Qualifying) |
Final Merit:Based on Paper-II performance and post/force preferences
Exam Pattern
Paper-I (100 Marks – 1 Hour)
Subject | Questions | Marks |
General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
General Knowledge & General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
English Comprehension | 25 | 25 |
Total | 100 | 100 |
Negative Marking:0.25 marks per wrong answer
Paper-II (320 Marks – 2 Hours)
Subject | Questions | Marks |
General Intelligence & Reasoning | 20 | 40 |
General Knowledge & General Awareness | 20 | 40 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 40 |
English Comprehension | 100 | 200 |
Total | 160 | 320 |
Negative Marking:0.50 marks per wrong answer
Physical Standards (PST)
Category | Male Height | Female Height | Male Chest |
General | 170 cm | 157 cm | 80–85 cm |
Hill Areas | 165 cm | 155 cm | 80–85 cm |
ST | 162.5 cm | 154 cm | 77–82 cm |
PET Events:
• Male:100m Race (16s), 1.6 km Race (6.5 min), Long Jump (3.65m), High Jump (1.2m), Shot Put (4.5m)
• Female:100m Race (18s), 800m Race (4 min), Long Jump (2.7m), High Jump (0.9m)
Important Links :
| Apply Online | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
| Download Official Notification | click here |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
| Exam Pattern/Syllabus | Click here |
How to Apply Online
1. Visit the official website: ssc.gov.in
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if new user
3. Login with your registration credentials
4. Select SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026 link
5. Fill the application formwith personal, educational, and other details
6. Select post/force preferences carefully
7. Uploadrecent photograph and signature
8. Pay the application fee(if applicable) through online mode
9. Reviewall details before final submission
10.Submit the applicationand download/print the confirmation page
Documents Required
• Recent Passport-sized Photograph
• Signature
• Bachelor’s Degree Certificate & Marksheets
• 10th Marksheet (for Date of Birth)
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Driving License (for Delhi Police SI Male)
• ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN etc.)