The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC CPO SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,871 Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police, CAPFs and CISF Fire. The recruitment includes SI (Executive) in Delhi Police, SI (GD) in CAPFs and SI (Fire) in CISF.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 10 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 through the official SSC website. Selected candidates may be required to serve anywhere in India as per the service liability of the respective post.
SSC CPO SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Names | SI Executive, SI GD, SI Fire |
| Total Posts | 1,871 |
| Age Limit | 20–25 Years; SI Fire: 18–30 Years |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree; specific qualification for SI Fire |
| Application Fee | ₹100 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level-6) |
| Experience | No separate work experience required |
| Eligibility | Indian citizens / eligible Nepal & Bhutan subjects, subject to rules |
| Job Location | Delhi Police / CAPFs – All India as applicable |
| Application Fee | Women, SC, ST & eligible ESM candidates exempt |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
| SI Executive – Delhi Police Male | 205 |
| SI Executive – Delhi Police Female | 112 |
| SI GD – CAPFs | 1,320 |
| SI Fire – CISF Male | 234 |
| Total | 1,871 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 September 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 01 October 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Correction Window | 08–10 October 2026 |
| Paper-I Exam | To be notified |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For SI in Delhi Police and SI (GD) in CAPFs, candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university or equivalent.
For SI (Fire) in CISF, candidates must have a relevant Science degree with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or the prescribed 3-year engineering diploma qualification.
Male candidates applying for SI Executive in Delhi Police must possess a valid LMV Driving Licence on the date of PE&MT.
Age Limit
- SI Delhi Police / SI GD CAPFs: 20–25 years
- SI Fire CISF: 18–30 years
- Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved and other categories as per SSC rules.
Experience Important
No separate work experience is required for the general eligibility of these SI posts. However, candidates must satisfy the prescribed educational, physical, medical and other post-specific requirements.
Physical & Medical Requirements
Candidates must qualify the prescribed Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Endurance Test (PET) and Detailed Medical Examination.
The PET includes events such as running, long jump and high jump, with requirements varying for male and female candidates and applicable categories.
Selection Process
The SSC CPO selection process consists of:
- Paper-I – Computer Based Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST) / Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Paper-II – Computer Based Examination
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Document Verification
Paper-I and Paper-II are objective examinations. Negative marking is 0.25 marks in Paper-I and 0.50 marks in Paper-II for each wrong answer.
How to Apply for SSC CPO SI CAPF Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC portal.
- Log in and select the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination 2026.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload the required photograph/live photograph and signature.
- Pay the ₹100 application fee, if applicable.
- Check the application preview and submit the form.
- Complete the application before 30 September 2026, 11:00 PM.
- Save the confirmation/application details for future reference.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Official Apply Online | SSC Apply Online Portal — Use this official SSC portal for OTR, login and submission of the SSC CPO SI CAPF 2026 application. |
| Official Notification PDF | Download SSC CPO SI CAPF Notification PDF — Check the complete vacancy details, eligibility, physical standards, examination scheme and instructions. |
| Official Website | SSC Official Website — Check recruitment updates, admit cards, examination notices and results. |
About SSC CPO Recruitment
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Police Organisation examination for recruitment to Sub-Inspector positions in Delhi Police and various Central Armed Police Forces. The 2026 examination covers Delhi Police and CAPFs including CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF and SSB.
FAQs
Q.1 How many vacancies are available in SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,871 tentative Sub-Inspector vacancies.
Q.2 What is the application date?
Applications are open from 10 September to 30 September 2026.
Q.3 Is experience required for SSC CPO SI posts?
No separate work experience is required. Candidates must meet the prescribed educational, physical and medical requirements.
Q.4 What is the SSC CPO salary?
The Sub-Inspector posts carry Level-6 pay of ₹35,400–₹1,12,400.
Q.5 What is the selection process?
Selection includes Paper-I, PST/PET, Paper-II, Detailed Medical Examination and Document Verification.
Q.6 Where can I download the official notification?
The complete notification can be accessed through the official SSC notification PDF link provided above.