SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 has been officially released by the Staff Selection Commission for 1,871 tentative Sub-Inspector vacancies in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces and the CISF Fire wing. The official notice is under Section E/37/2026-C-2. Online applications opened on 10 September 2026 and will close at 11:00 PM on 30 September 2026.
The recruitment includes Sub-Inspector (Executive) posts for male and female candidates in Delhi Police, Sub-Inspector (GD) posts in CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF and SSB, and Sub-Inspector (Fire) posts for male candidates in CISF. The pay scale is Level 6, Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400.
SSC CPO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Exam | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 |
| Notice | E/37/2026-C-2 |
| Total Tentative Vacancies | 1,871 |
| Application Start | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 1 October 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Correction Window | 8 to 10 October 2026, up to 11:00 PM |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Pay Level | Level 6, Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400 |
SSC CPO Vacancy 2026
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SI (Executive) Delhi Police, Male | 205 |
| SI (Executive) Delhi Police, Female | 112 |
| SI (GD) in CAPFs | 1,320 |
| SI (Fire) in CISF, Male | 234 |
| Total | 1,871 |
CAPF Force-Wise Vacancy
| Force | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRPF | 225 | 29 | 254 |
| BSF | 435 | 22 | 457 |
| ITBP | 159 | 28 | 187 |
| CISF | 200 | 50 | 250 |
| SSB | 154 | 18 | 172 |
| Total | 1,173 | 147 | 1,320 |
Educational Qualification
For Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs, candidates need a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university or equivalent. Candidates who are appearing in the qualifying degree examination may apply, but they must possess the required qualification on or before the closing date for applications.
For Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF, the official notice prescribes a Bachelor's degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, or Matriculation/equivalent with a three-year diploma in specified engineering disciplines such as Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automobile, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical or Telecommunication Engineering. Relevant higher qualifications may be considered subject to the basic qualification conditions in the notification.
Male applicants seeking SI (Executive) in Delhi Police must also possess a valid LMV driving licence for motorcycle and car on the date fixed for the physical endurance and measurement tests. Male candidates without this driving licence can still be considered for CAPF SI posts if otherwise eligible.
Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit as on 1 August 2026 |
|---|---|
| All posts except SI (Fire) CISF | 20 to 25 years |
| SI (Fire) in CISF | 18 to 30 years |
For the standard SI posts, candidates should have been born between 2 August 2001 and 1 August 2006. For CISF SI (Fire), candidates should have been born between 2 August 1996 and 1 August 2008. SC/ST candidates receive 5 years of upper-age relaxation and OBC candidates receive 3 years, with other relaxations available to eligible categories according to the official SSC notice.
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs 100. Women candidates, SC candidates, ST candidates and eligible Ex-Servicemen are exempt from payment. The fee can be paid through the online payment modes allowed by SSC, including UPI, net banking and supported debit cards.
Selection Process
The SSC CPO 2026 selection process contains mandatory stages:
- Paper-I Computer Based Examination
- Physical Standard Test and Physical Endurance Test
- Paper-II Computer Based Examination
- Detailed Medical Examination
- Document verification and final processing as applicable
Paper-I has four sections covering General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension. Each section has 25 questions for 25 marks. Paper-I is one hour with a 15-minute sectional timer for each part.
Paper-II also covers reasoning, general awareness, quantitative aptitude and English comprehension. The official notice provides a revised structure and specifies negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-I and 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-II.
Physical Test Highlights
For male candidates, the PET includes a 100-metre race in 16 seconds, a 1.6 km race in 6.5 minutes, long jump of 3.65 metres, high jump of 1.2 metres and shot put of 4.5 metres, subject to the detailed conditions in the official notice. Female candidates have a 100-metre race in 18 seconds, an 800-metre race in 4 minutes, long jump of 2.7 metres and high jump of 0.9 metres.
Height and chest standards vary by post and category. Candidates should read the official SSC PDF carefully before applying because relaxations are available only for specified categories and require prescribed certificates.
How to Apply for SSC CPO Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official SSC candidate login portal.
- Complete One-Time Registration on the new SSC website if not already registered there.
- Log in and select the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026.
- Enter personal, educational and examination-centre information carefully.
- Capture the live photograph and upload the signature according to SSC instructions.
- Pay the application fee if applicable.
- Preview the form and submit it by 11:00 PM on 30 September 2026.
- Save the submitted application for future reference.
SSC has advised candidates not to wait until the final day because heavy website traffic can create login or submission problems.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download SSC CPO 2026 Notification PDF |
| Official SSC Website | Visit SSC |
Applicants should use only the official SSC portal for registration, fee payment and future updates. Do not submit personal details or payments to unofficial recruitment sites.
Useful Internal Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in SSC CPO Recruitment 2026?
The official notification lists 1,871 tentative vacancies, including 317 Delhi Police SI posts, 1,320 CAPF SI posts and 234 CISF SI (Fire) posts.
What is the last date to apply for SSC CPO 2026?
The online application deadline is 30 September 2026 at 11:00 PM.
What is the salary for SSC CPO Sub-Inspector posts?
The notified pay scale is Level 6, Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400.
What qualification is needed for Delhi Police and CAPF SI?
A Bachelor's degree from a recognised university or equivalent is required. Separate qualification rules apply to CISF SI (Fire).
What is the application fee?
The fee is Rs 100. Women, SC, ST and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt.
When will the SSC CPO 2026 exam be held?
The computer-based examination date has not yet been announced in the notification. Candidates should monitor the official SSC website for the schedule.
Source note: The vacancy numbers, eligibility, age limits, fees, physical standards, pay scale and dates above are based on the official SSC CPO 2026 notice. Candidates should read the complete 69-page official PDF before submitting the application.