The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the CAPF Assistant Commandant 2026 notification (Advt. No. 08/2026-CPF) for 349 Group A posts across five Central Armed Police Forces — BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. Graduates aged 20–25 years can apply online from 20 February to 12 March 2026 (6:00 PM).

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Read the full official notification carefully before applying. The last date to submit your application and pay the fee is 12 March 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.

Important Dates

Event Date
Application Begin 20 February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online 12 March 2026 (up to 6:00 PM)
Last Date to Pay Fee 12 March 2026
Written Exam Date 19 July 2026
Admit Card To be announced

Application Fee

Category Fee
General / OBC / EWS ₹200/-
SC / ST / Female No Fee
Fee can be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking only.

Eligibility Criteria

Education: Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university.

Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and Maximum 25 years (as on 01/08/2026). Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.

Physical Standards

Parameter Male (Gen/OBC) Female (Gen/OBC)
Height 165 cm 157 cm
Weight 50 kg 46 kg
Chest (Unexpanded) 81 cm —
Chest (Expanded) 86 cm —
Note: Weight must be proportionate to age and height as per the official UPSC medical chart.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Test Male Female
100m Race 16 sec 18 sec
800m Race 3 min 45 sec 4 min 45 sec
Long Jump 3.5 m (3 chances) 3.0 m (3 chances)
Shot Put (7.26 kg) 4.5 m (3 chances) Not applicable

Vacancy Details — Total 349 Posts

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
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Tip: During the application, you will be asked to rank your force preferences. Your final allocation depends on your merit rank and preference order, so choose wisely.

Selection Process

The selection consists of three stages:

Stage 1 — Written Exam (450 Marks): Conducted on 19 July 2026 in two sessions on the same day.

Paper Type Marks Duration Timing
Paper I – General Ability & Intelligence Objective (MCQ) 250 (125 Qs × 2 marks) 2 Hours 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Paper II – GS, Essay & Comprehension Descriptive 200 3 Hours 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Warning: Paper I has negative marking of 1/3rd of marks (–0.66) for each wrong answer. Paper II is only evaluated if you clear the Paper I cut-off.

Stage 2 — PST/PET & Medical Test (Qualifying): Physical standards, physical efficiency, and a comprehensive medical examination including eyesight and hearing checks.

Stage 3 — Interview/Personality Test (150 Marks): Conducted at the UPSC office for candidates who clear the medical round.

Final Merit is prepared on 600 marks (Written 450 + Interview 150).

Salary & Benefits

This is a Group 'A' Gazetted Officer post under the Ministry of Home Affairs with an attractive pay package:

  • Pay Scale: Level 10 — ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (7th Pay Commission)
  • Initial Gross Salary: Approximately ₹95,000 – ₹1,10,000 per month
  • Allowances: DA, HRA, Ration Money, Uniform Allowance, Transport Allowance, and Risk/Hardship Allowance (₹17,300 – ₹25,000 for difficult terrain postings)
  • Other Benefits: Government accommodation, NPS, Gratuity, Group Insurance, CSD Canteen, Medical Facilities, and LTC
Note: 10% of total vacancies (approximately 35 seats) are reserved for Ex-Servicemen.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official UPSC online portal at upsconline.nic.in
  2. Register yourself and note down your Registration ID
  3. Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and physical details
  4. Select your preferred exam centre and force preference order
  5. Upload your photograph and signature as per specifications
  6. Pay the application fee online
  7. Submit the form and take a printout for your records
Description Link
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Official Website upsc.gov.in

This is an excellent opportunity to serve the nation as a Group A officer in India's paramilitary forces. Start your preparation early, focus on both written and physical fitness, and apply before the deadline.