Description
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Assistant Commandant (AC) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment aims to fill 349 Group-A officer posts in forces such as BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. Eligible graduates can apply online and participate in the written exam, physical test, and interview to join India’s central armed police forces.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12 March 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 12 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | July 2026 (Approx) |
| Written Exam Date | 19 July 2026 |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹200
- SC / ST / Female / PH: No Fee (₹0)
- Payment Method: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online payment methods.
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Minimum Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Commandant (CAPF) | 349 | 20 – 25 Years (as on 01 Aug 2026) | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university |
Age Relaxation:
- OBC: 3 Years
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- Additional relaxation as per government rules.
Force Wise Vacancy Details
| Force | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| BSF (Border Security Force) | 108 |
| CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) | 106 |
| CISF (Central Industrial Security Force) | 70 |
| SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal) | 53 |
| ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) | 12 |
| Total | 349 |
Physical Eligibility (PET Standards)
| Test | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm | 157 cm |
| Chest | 81–86 cm | Not Applicable |
| 100 Meter Race | 16 Seconds | 18 Seconds |
| 800 Meter Race | 3 Min 45 Sec | 4 Min 45 Sec |
| Long Jump | 3.5 Meter | 3 Meter |
Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Written Examination
Paper-I (Objective Type)
- Subject: General Ability & Intelligence
- 250 Marks
- Duration: 2 Hours
Paper-II (Descriptive Type)
- Subject: General Studies, Essay & Comprehension
- 200 Marks
- Duration: 3 Hours
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST) / Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary under Level-10 Pay Matrix (7th CPC).
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month + allowances.
Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |