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 Gazetted Officer posts in forces such as BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. Interested graduates can apply online and appear for 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 |
| Written Exam Date | 19 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹200
- SC / ST / Female Candidates: No Fee
- Payment Method: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI through online payment gateway.
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
- Other categories 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
- Marks: 250
- Duration: 2 Hours
Paper-II (Descriptive Type)
- Subject: General Studies, Essay & Comprehension
- Marks: 200
- Duration: 3 Hours
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Physical Standards Test (PST) / Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary under Pay Level-10 (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 |