SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026 – 1871 Posts

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 .

The recruitment includes Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police and various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). The notification also includes the post of Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF .

A total of 1,871 vacancies have been announced under SSC CPO 2026.

The online application process has started from 10 September 2026 and eligible candidates can apply online up to 30 September 2026 at 11:00 PM .

SSC CPO SI CAPF Recruitment 2026 Online Form has started.

SSC has released the official notification on 10 September 2026 .

The last date for submission of the online application is 30 September 2026 at 11:00 PM .

The last date for online fee payment is 01 October 2026 at 11:00 PM .

The application correction window will be available from 08 October 2026 to 10 October 2026 .

Note: Vacancies are subject to the conditions mentioned in the official SSC notice and may be revised by the Commission.

Candidates applying for SSC CPO 2026 should possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent qualification.

Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination may also be eligible subject to the conditions and cut-off date prescribed in the official SSC notice.

For the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police post, additional eligibility conditions relating to a valid Driving Licence for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) may apply to male candidates as specified in the notification.

Candidates should read the official notice carefully for post-specific educational and licence requirements.

The prescribed age limit for SSC CPO 2026 is:

20 to 25 Years

The age will be reckoned as per the date prescribed in the official SSC notification.

Age relaxation is available to eligible SC, ST, OBC and other categories according to Government of India rules.

The applicable fee can be paid through the payment methods permitted by SSC.

In addition to basic pay, selected candidates are eligible for applicable allowances and benefits according to Government rules.

1. Paper-I / Tier-I Computer Based Examination
2. Physical Standard Test (PST)
3. Physical Endurance Test (PET)
4. Paper-II Computer Based Examination
5. Detailed Medical Examination
6. Document Verification
7. Final Selection / Force Allocation

The Paper-I examination is objective type. Negative marking is applicable for wrong answers as prescribed by SSC.

Candidates qualifying Paper-I are shortlisted for the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET), subject to the applicable post and category requirements.

Physical standards such as height, chest and other measurements, along with PET events, are prescribed separately for male and female candidates and for different forces/categories.

Candidates should carefully check the official SSC notification for the exact physical standards applicable to their candidature.

Paper-II is based on English Language & Comprehension .

Candidates who qualify the prescribed stages are called for Paper-II according to the selection procedure notified by SSC.

The final merit and allocation are made according to the applicable examination performance, eligibility, preferences and other conditions.

1. Visit the official SSC website.
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if you do not already have a valid OTR on the new SSC website.
3. Login to your SSC account.
4. Open the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination 2026 application link.
5. Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
6. Select applicable post / force preferences carefully.
7. Upload / complete the required photograph and other authentication requirements.
8. Pay the applicable application fee.
9. Submit the application before 30 September 2026 at 11:00 PM .
10. Save the submitted application and payment details for future reference.

Q1. How many vacancies are available in SSC CPO 2026?

A total of 1,871 vacancies have been announced for Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police and CAPFs, including the specified CISF Fire post.

Q2. When did SSC CPO 2026 applications start?

The online application process started on 10 September 2026.

Q3. What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 30 September 2026 at 11:00 PM .

Q4. What is the educational qualification?

Candidates should generally possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent.

Q5. What is the age limit?

The prescribed age range is generally 20 to 25 years, subject to applicable relaxations and the official notification.

Q6. What is the application fee?

The application fee is ₹100 for candidates who are required to pay it. Eligible exempted categories are not required to pay the fee.

Q7. What is the selection process?

Selection includes Paper-I, PST/PET, Paper-II, Medical Examination, Document Verification and final allocation/selection as applicable.

The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official SSC CPO 2026 notification before applying. Vacancy, eligibility, physical standards, reservation, examination dates, fee, selection process and other conditions are subject to the official notification and subsequent SSC updates. The official Staff Selection Commission website shall be treated as the final authority.