SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026: Quick Highlights

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Vacancy Details

The Staff Selection Commission has released tentative vacancies across different forces and services. The organizing bodies, allocated posts, total numbers, educational qualifications, and deadlines are structured below:

Category-Wise Vacancy Details

The category-wise breakdown of vacancies across all participating forces, including reserved shares for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, and Ex-Servicemen quotas, is detailed below strictly as notified:

1. Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police – Male

2. Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police – Female

3. Sub-Inspector (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)

4. Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF – Male Only

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Post-Wise Recruitment Details

1. Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (Male / Female)

Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police carries a pay scale of Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400/-) and is classified as a Group ‘C’ post by Delhi Police. Male personnel have 205 vacancies while female candidates have 112 vacancies.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Crucially, male candidates must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) on the date fixed for Physical Endurance and Measurement Tests (PE&MT) to remain eligible for Delhi Police. Selected candidates serve within the jurisdiction of Delhi Police.

2. Sub-Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs

Sub-Inspector (GD) across Central Armed Police Forces—comprising BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB—carries a Level-6 pay matrix (Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400/-) and is classified as Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial. A total of 1,320 vacancies exist across these forces (1,173 for males and 147 for females).

The post requires a recognized Bachelor’s degree. Candidates selected for appointment in CAPFs are subject to All India Service Liability (AISL) and are liable to serve anywhere across India or border posts.

3. Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF (Male Candidates Only)

Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF is a specialized technical cadre post carrying Level-6 pay (Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400/-) classified as Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial. A total of 234 vacancies are allocated for male candidates.

This post requires specialized educational criteria: a Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM), OR Matriculation plus a recognized 3-year Diploma in specified engineering disciplines. Higher technical qualifications such as B.Tech/M.Tech are permitted subject to possessing the foundational diploma.

Educational Qualification

The crucial cut-off date for acquiring the essential educational qualifications is the closing date for receipt of online applications: 30.09.2026. Candidates who have appeared in their qualifying degree/diploma examinations can apply only if their qualifying results are officially declared by the university or board on or before 30.09.2026.

Note on Distance Education: As per UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, degrees/diplomas earned via distance mode must have statutory DEB-UGC recognition. Engineering and professional programs via ODL/online mode are not accepted except where specifically recognized under statutory provisions or judicial orders.

Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)

The crucial date for reckoning the age limit is fixed as 01.08.2026 in accordance with DoP&T guidelines.

• For All Posts except SI (Fire) in CISF: The candidate must be aged between 20 and 25 years as on 01.08.2026. The candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.08.2001 and not later than 01.08.2006.
• For Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF: The candidate must be aged between 18 and 30 years as on 01.08.2026. The candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2008.

Permissible relaxations in the upper age limit for reserved categories, based on official DoP&T notifications, are outlined below:

The date of birth recorded in the candidate’s Matriculation / Secondary Examination Certificate will be accepted by the Commission for determining age eligibility, and no subsequent request for change will be granted.

Salary and Pay Scale

All posts recruited through this competitive examination carry attractive remuneration governed by the Central Government 7th CPC Pay Matrix:

In addition to the basic pay, appointed officers receive admissible central allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or official government quarters, Transport Allowance (TA), Ration Money, Uniform Allowance, and other specialized hardship or risk allowances as per the concerned force rules.

Application Fee

Candidates must remit the prescribed application fee through authorized electronic payment channels before the fee payment deadline.

Fee Payment Rules: Applications without the requisite fee will be treated as incomplete and summarily rejected. Fee payment can be submitted up to 01.10.2026 (23:00 hrs). Fees once paid cannot be adjusted or refunded.

Important Dates

Aspirants must adhere strictly to the schedule outlined by the Staff Selection Commission. The last date to complete online registration must be noted carefully to prevent technical bottlenecks.

Selection Process

The recruitment of Sub-Inspectors involves four mandatory stages. Every stage is compulsory, and qualifying standards must be satisfied at each consecutive milestone:

Detailed Examination Pattern: Paper-I

Paper-I consists of objective multiple-choice questions with negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. It carries a sectional timer of 15 minutes for each part:

Detailed Examination Pattern: Paper-II

Candidates who qualify the PST/PET stage appear in Paper-II. Questions are of objective multiple-choice type, with negative marking of 0.50 marks for every incorrect answer. The difficulty level of Paper-II is higher than Paper-I:

Bonus Marks for NCC Certificate Holders

Candidates possessing NCC certificates as on 30.09.2026 receive bonus marks added to their normalized scores in Paper-I and Paper-II:

• NCC ‘C’ Certificate: 5% of maximum marks in each paper
• NCC ‘B’ Certificate: 3% of maximum marks in each paper
• NCC ‘A’ Certificate: 2% of maximum marks in each paper

Minimum Qualifying Marks (Paper-I & Paper-II)

• Unreserved (UR): 30%
• OBC / EWS: 25%
• All Other Categories (SC/ST/ESM): 20%

Physical Standard Test (PST) Requirements

The height and chest measurement standards required for various categories are specified below:

Physical Endurance Test (PET) Standards (All Posts)

PET is qualifying in nature and does not carry marks. Ex-Servicemen are exempt from PET.

For official updates regarding exam call letters, monitor our Admit Card Updates section regularly.

How to Apply Online for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026

Candidates must submit their applications exclusively online through the new SSC portal (https://ssc.gov.in) or via the official ‘mySSC’ mobile application available on the Google Play Store. The old portal credentials (ssc.nic.in) are not valid.

Required Documents Checklist

Ensure that original and attested photocopies of the following documents are kept ready for application submission and subsequent Document Verification (DV):

• ☑ Aadhaar Card or Valid Government Photo Identity Card (Voter ID, PAN, Driving License, Passport)
• ☑ Matriculation / 10th Class Certificate and Marksheet (Proof of Date of Birth and Full Name)
• ☑ 10+2 / Intermediate Certificate and Marksheet
• ☑ Bachelor’s Degree Provisional / Original Degree Certificate and Consolidated Marksheets
• ☑ Engineering Diploma / B.Sc Certificate (For CISF SI Fire candidates)
• ☑ Valid LMV Driving License (Motorcycle and Car) for Male candidates opting for Delhi Police SI
• ☑ Community / Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) in the prescribed Central Government format
• ☑ Income & Asset Certificate for EWS candidates (Valid for FY 2026-27 based on FY 2025-26 income)
• ☑ Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book / Service Certificate / Undertaking (Annexure-IV), if applicable
• ☑ Height & Chest Relaxation Certificate (Annexure-VIII) for Hill Area candidates
• ☑ Departmental Candidate Service Certificate (Delhi Police – Annexure-IX), if applicable
• ☑ NCC ‘A’, ‘B’, or ‘C’ Certificates, if claiming incentive bonus marks
• ☑ No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates currently serving in government departments

Photo and Signature Requirements

The Commission has implemented a real-time live photograph capture system. Pre-existing photo uploads are strictly prohibited unless using authorized live capture modules.

Candidates who complete Aadhaar-based biometric authentication during One-Time Registration (OTR) enjoy procedural safeguards regarding photograph/signature verification as per official notification norms.

Important Application Links

Aspirants must access only the verified official links of the Staff Selection Commission for application submission, notice downloads, and result tracking:

Why Candidates Should Read the Official Notification

While this recruitment guide synthesizes all key instructions, reviewing the primary advertisement (Notice No. E/37/2026-C-2) on the Commission’s website is vital for every aspirant:

• Verification of Exact Norms: Ensures that physical height, chest relaxation rules, and domicile conditions match your exact territorial qualifications.
• Syllabus Scope: Paper-I and Paper-II feature extensive topic lists across Reasoning, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension.
• Medical & Tattoo Guidelines: Religious tattoos are permitted only on traditional sites (left forearm, non-saluting limb) with strict size limits (less than 1/4th of the limb). Specific disqualifications such as color blindness, knock knees, or flat feet must be reviewed.
• Dispute Resolution and Jurisdiction: Familiarity with regional reporting offices and challenge windows prevents procedural lapses.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Submitting After Deadline: Waiting until the last day (30.09.2026) often leads to server congestion or payment gateway timeouts.
2. Uploading Ineligible Live Photos: Capturing photos wearing caps, glasses, spectacles, or in dim lighting leads to immediate application rejection.
3. Miniature or Blurred Signatures: Ensure your scanned signature occupies at least 80% of the prescribed box and remains sharp between 10 to 20 KB.
4. Missing Driving License for Delhi Police: Male applicants without an LMV (Car and Motorcycle) license cannot be considered for Delhi Police SI.
5. Submitting Multiple Applications: Registering multiple forms with different registration IDs causes automatic cancellation and possible debarment under Commission malpractice regulations.
6. Applying Through Unofficial Websites: Always ensure you are on https://ssc.gov.in or the official mySSC app.
7. Ignoring Correction Window Protocol: Errors must be rectified within the 08.10.2026 to 10.10.2026 correction window upon paying uniform correction charges (Rs. 200/- for 1st modification, Rs. 500/- for 2nd).

Candidate Preparation & Application Tips

• Complete OTR Early: Finish One-Time Registration well ahead of the closing date and prefer Aadhaar-based authentication for smooth biometric verification.
• Physical Fitness Training: Do not postpone physical endurance preparations until after Paper-I results. Practice the 1.6 km run (for males) and 800 m run (for females) alongside jump drills.
• Sectional Time Management: Both Paper-I and Paper-II feature strict sectional timers. Practice solving questions under timed constraints.
• Keep Valid Credentials: Preserve your registration ID, password, registered email address, and active mobile number throughout the multi-stage recruitment cycle.
• Maintain Original Certificates: Ensure OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and EWS financial year certificates adhere strictly to Central Government prescribed formats.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)