📌 Overview & Notification Details
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) ne apni latest notification SSC CPO 2026 release kar di hai. Is exam ke through 1,871 Sub‑Inspector (SI) posts Delhi Police aur Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) me fill kiye jayenge. Ye ek golden opportunity hai un candidates ke liye jo policing career me aage badhna chahte hain aur ek stable government job ke saath attractive salary, allowances aur career growth ke benefits enjoy karna chahte hain.
Notification ka official release date, application window, eligibility, exam pattern, aur selection process sabhi details is article me detail se discuss ki gayi hain, taaki aap bina kisi confusion ke apply kar sakein.
📋 Summary Highlights Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC Combined Police Officers (CPO) 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,871 Sub‑Inspector Posts |
| Posts Location | Delhi Police & CAPFs (CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF, SSB, etc.) |
| Eligibility – Education | Graduate (any discipline) from a recognized university |
| Eligibility – Age | 20‑27 years (relaxations applicable) |
| Application Mode | Online (through SSC official portal) |
| Exam Pattern | Pre‑test (Computer Based), Main Test (Paper‑I & Paper‑II), Physical Fitness Test, Medical Test, Document Verification |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced (check official notification) |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
🔢 Vacancy & Post Breakdown Table
| Category | Delhi Police | CAPFs | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 400 | 300 | 700 |
| OBC | 300 | 250 | 550 |
| SC | 120 | 120 | 240 |
| ST | 50 | 30 | 80 |
| PwD (Horizontal) | 30 | 20 | 50 |
| PwD (Vertical) | 10 | 5 | 15 |
| Total | 910 | 961 | 1,871 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit, Relaxation Table, Education Qualification)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate (any discipline) from a recognized university/college. |
| Age Limit | 20 to 27 years as on 1st August 2026. |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India rules – OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), PwD (10 years), Ex‑Armed Forces (2 years), etc. |
| Physical Standards | Height: Male – 165 cm (160 cm for SC/ST/PwD); Chest: 84 cm + 5 cm expansion (78 cm + 5 cm for SC/ST/PwD). Vision: 6/6 unaided, 6/9 with correction. |
💳 Application Fees & Payment Methods Table
| Category | Application Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | 800 |
| SC / ST / PwD | 400 |
| Online Payment Methods | Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Paytm, Wallets |
| Fee Refund | Not refundable under any circumstance. |
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern Breakdown
SSC CPO selection process 5 stages mein hoti hai:
- Stage‑1: Computer Based Pre‑Test – 100 multiple choice questions (MCQs) covering General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, and English. Duration: 120 minutes. Cut‑off marks will be released separately.
- Stage‑2: Main Test – Paper‑I (Written) – 200 marks, 150 minutes, 100 MCQs (same syllabus as Pre‑Test but deeper).
- Stage‑3: Main Test – Paper‑II (Physical & Psychological) – Physical Fitness Test (PFT) + Psychological Test (PT).
- Stage‑4: Medical Examination – Candidates who clear Paper‑II undergo a thorough medical check‑up.
- Stage‑5: Document Verification & Final Merit List – All documents verified, final merit list prepared based on cumulative marks of Pre‑Test and Main Test.
Detailed exam pattern:
| Stage | Mode | Duration | Marks | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre‑Test | Online (CBT) | 120 mins | 200 | 100 |
| Paper‑I | Online (CBT) | 150 mins | 200 | 100 |
| Paper‑II (PFT) | Offline (Physical) | Varies | 100 | – |
| Paper‑II (PT) | Offline (Written) | 30 mins | 100 | – |
🚀 Step‑by‑Step How to Apply Online
- Visit the official SSC website https://ssc.gov.in and click on “Online Application” under the ‘SSC CPO 2026’ banner.
- Read the full notification carefully and click “I Agree” to the terms and conditions.
- Register yourself by providing a valid email ID and mobile number. You will receive an OTP for verification.
- After verification, fill in personal details – name, DOB, gender, category, domicile, etc.
- Enter educational qualifications – upload scanned copies of your graduation mark sheet and degree certificate (PDF/JPEG, max 200 KB each).
- Upload recent passport‑size photograph (background white, 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm) and signature (same size).
- Select the post you wish to apply for (Delhi Police or specific CAPF) and the category.
- Pay the application fee using any of the online modes mentioned earlier. Keep the transaction receipt.
- After successful payment, review all entered information, then click “Submit”.
- You will receive an acknowledgement slip with a unique Application ID – save it for future reference.
- Print the acknowledgement slip (optional but recommended) and keep it safe for the exam day.
📂 Required Documents Checklist
- Recent passport‑size photograph (white background, 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm)
- Scanned copy of signature (same dimensions as photograph)
- Graduation mark sheet & degree certificate (original and scanned)
- Category certificate (if applying under OBC/SC/ST/PwD)
- Domicile certificate (if applicable for any state‑specific relaxation)
- Physical standards certificate (height, chest measurement) – optional at application stage but required for PFT
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport)
All scanned documents should be clear, legible, and within the size limits specified by SSC (maximum 200 KB each, PDF/JPEG format).