The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the SSC CPO 2026 Recruitment, opening doors for aspirants aiming to serve as Sub-Inspectors in the Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) such as BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB.
If you are preparing for a career in law enforcement, here is a complete overview of the critical details including eligibility criteria, salary, exam pattern, and physical standards.
The official SSC CPO 2026 Notification details key dates, post breakdowns, physical standards, and examination stages.
Important Dates & Application Details
- Online Application Window: September 10, 2026 – September 30, 2026 (11:00 PM)
- Fee Payment Deadline: October 1, 2026
- Application Correction Window: October 8 – October 10, 2026
- Application Fee: ₹100 (Free for Women, SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen)
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in (Requires new One-Time Registration)
Comprehensive Vacancy Breakdown (1,871 Posts Total)
| Post / Organization | Male Posts | Female Posts | Total |
| Delhi Police SI (Executive) | 205 | 112 | 317 |
| BSF SI (General Duty) | 435 | 22 | 457 |
| CRPF SI (General Duty) | 225 | 29 | 254 |
| CISF SI (General Duty) | 200 | 50 | 250 |
| ITBP SI (General Duty) | 159 | 28 | 187 |
| SSB SI (General Duty) | 154 | 18 | 172 |
| CISF SI (Fire) | 234 | — | 234 |
Specific Post & Medical Qualifications
- Delhi Police SI (Male): Requires a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) Driving License (Motorcycle & Car) at the time of PST/PET.
- CISF SI (Fire): B.Sc degree with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) OR a 3-year Engineering Diploma. Age limit is 18–30 years (crucial date: Aug 1, 2026).
- Medical Fitness Standards: Must have 6/6 vision (better eye) and 6/9 (worse eye). No color blindness, knock knees, flat feet, or varicose veins.
Complete Physical Standards (PST & PET)
Physical Standard Test (PST):
| Category | Male Height | Male Chest (Unexp/Exp) | Female Height |
| General / OBC / SC | 170 cm | 80 cm / 85 cm | 157 cm |
| Hill Areas (Garhwal, Kumaon, etc.) | 165 cm | 80 cm / 85 cm | 155 cm |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162.5 cm | 77 cm / 82 cm | 154 cm |
Physical Endurance Test (PET):
- Male Candidates: 100m sprint in 16 sec, 1.6 km run in 6.5 min, Long Jump (3.65m in 3 chances), High Jump (1.2m in 3 chances), Shot Put 16 lbs (4.5m in 3 chances).
- Female Candidates: 100m sprint in 18 sec, 800m run in 4 min, Long Jump (2.7m in 3 chances), High Jump (0.9m in 3 chances).
Detailed Exam Scheme
- Paper-I (CBT): 200 Questions / 200 Marks / 2 Hours duration. Divided into Reasoning, GK/GS, Quantitative Aptitude, and English (50 questions each with a negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer).
- PST / PET: Qualifying in nature.
- Paper-II (CBT): English Language & Comprehension — 200 Questions / 200 Marks / 2 Hours duration.
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Document Verification.
Complete the application form on ssc.gov.in using the step-by-step process below:
1.Complete One-Time Registration (OTR):Prerequisite for first-time applicants on the new portal.
- Go to ssc.gov.in and click on Register Now under the Login/Register tab.
- Enter basic details: Aadhaar Number, Name, Father’s/Mother’s Name, Date of Birth, and Contact Info.
- Verify mobile number and email via OTP to generate your Registration Number and initial password.
2.Log In to the SSC Portal:Access the application portal.
- Return to ssc.gov.in and enter your Registration Number, Password, and Captcha code.
- (First-time users will be prompted to reset their initial password before proceeding.)
3.Navigate to SSC CPO 2026 Application Link:Locate active recruitment drive.
- Under the My Applications tab on your candidate dashboard, look for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026.
- Click the Apply button under the notification card.
4.Fill Personal and Category Details:Verify pre-populated OTR data.
- Review auto-filled personal data (Name, DOB, Category, Gender) pulled from your OTR profile.
- Indicate whether you are claiming Age Relaxation or seeking reservation benefits (EWS/OBC/SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen).
- Specify if you hold a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) Driving License (Mandatory if applying for Delhi Police SI).
5.Provide Educational Qualifications & Exam Preferences:Enter degree details and test centres.
- Education: Select your qualifying degree (Bachelor’s Degree), University, Year of Passing, and CGPA/Percentage.
- Exam Centers: Choose 3 exam city preferences within the same SSC Regional Office jurisdiction.
6.Upload Live Photo and Signature:Follow portal live-capture specifications.
- Live Photograph: Capture a real-time image using a webcam or mobile camera via the SSC app/portal (ensure adequate lighting, plain background, no caps, spectacles, or masks).
- Signature: Upload a scanned signature image (JPEG format, typically 10 to 20 KB).
7.Review Application Preview:Double-check entries for errors.
- Carefully cross-check all filled details in the Application Preview page before submission.
- Verify spelling, degree details, uploaded visuals, and selected preferences.
8.Pay Application Fee & Submit Form:Finalize application.
- Pay the ₹100 application fee online via Net Banking, BHIM UPI, or Credit/Debit Card (Exempted for Women, SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen).
- Click Final Submit and save/print the generated confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.
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