The Staff Selection Commission (Staff Selection Commission) conducts the nationwide SSC CPO Exam to select dedicated candidates for prestigious Sub-Inspector positions. Aspirants looking forward to securing a uniform service career can review the details regarding the upcoming examination cycle, including notifications, critical dates, eligibility criteria, and exam guidelines.
For deeper insights into past papers and preparation resources, check out the SSC CPO Previous Year Question Paper - Click to Check and review trends using the SSC CPO Cut Off [Previous Year]- Click to Check. Candidates can also refer to previous notifications via this downloadable SSC CPO Notification PDF (Previous Year).
SSC CPO Recruitment Overview
The comprehensive framework of the recruitment cycle outlines various administrative parameters:
| Board | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Posts | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
| Vacancies | To be Announced |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Registration Dates | To be Notified |
| Selection Process | Paper-1 PET/PST Paper-2 |
| Salary | Rs. 35400-112400/ |
| Job Location | Delhi for Delhi Police All India for other Forces |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
Important Dates & Schedule
Online registration remains active for one month following the notification release. The examinations are officially scheduled to be conducted during October-November 2026.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| SSC CPO Notification 2026 Release Date | Will be released soon |
| SSC CPO Apply Online 2026 Starts from | SSC CPO Apply Online 2026- Click to Apply |
| Closing date for application | -- |
| Exam Date | October-November 2026 |
Participating Forces and Posts
Qualified candidates are appointed across elite law enforcement and security organizations:
- Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Border Security Force (BSF)
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP)
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
Vacancy Distribution (Previous Year Reference)
Understanding previous vacancy allocations helps applicants strategize their preparation:
Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police - Male
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPEN | 50 | 27 | 15 | 08 | 14 | 114 |
| Ex-Servicemen (others) | 04 | 02 | 01 | 01 | – | 08 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Spl. category) | 03 | 02 | 01 | – | – | 06 |
| 10% Reservation for Departmental Candidates | 06 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 14 |
| Total | 63 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 15 | 142 |
Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police - Female
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPEN | 32 | 17 | 09 | 05 | 07 | 70 |
| Total | 32 | 17 | 09 | 05 | 07 | 70 |
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs
| Name of the Force | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRPF | Male | 407 | 101 | 272 | 151 | 75 | 1006 | 1029 |
| CRPF | Female | 10 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 23 | - |
| BSF | Male | 87 | 21 | 57 | 31 | 16 | 212 | 223 |
| BSF | Female | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 | - |
| ITBP | Male | 85 | 18 | 52 | 32 | 11 | 198 | 233 |
| ITBP | Female | 15 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 35 | - |
| CISF | Male | 473 | 116 | 314 | 175 | 86 | 1164 | 1294 |
| CISF | Female | 53 | 13 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 130 | - |
| SSB | Male | 30 | 7 | 14 | 15 | 5 | 71 | 82 |
| SSB | Female | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 | - |
| Total | Male | 1082 | 263 | 709 | 404 | 193 | 2651 | 2861 |
| Total | Female | 88 | 20 | 57 | 30 | 15 | 210 | - |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy strict age, nationality, and educational requirements to qualify for the examination process.
Nationality/Citizenship Checklist
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal, or
- A subject of Bhutan, or
- A person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India (for categories 2 and 3)
Age Limit and Educational Qualifications
The standard age limit for applicants is between 20 to 25 years. Additionally, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
Note: Male candidates applying for Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) as of the date fixed for physical tests.
Age Relaxation Rules
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Ex-servicemen (ESM): 3 years after deduction of military service rendered from actual age as on closing date
- Widows, divorced women, and women judicially separated from husbands (not remarried): Up to 35 years of age
- Widows, divorced women, and women judicially separated from husbands (not remarried) [SC/ST]: Up to 40 years of age
- Departmental candidates (Unreserved) with >= 3 years regular service: Up to 30 years of age
- Departmental candidates (OBC) with >= 3 years regular service: Up to 33 years of age
- Departmental candidates (SC/ST) with >= 3 years regular service: Up to 35 years of age
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date. |
| Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not remarried. | Up to 35 years of age |
| Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not re-married. (SC/ ST) | Up to 40 years of age |
| Departmental candidates (Unreserved) who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service as on closing date | Up to 30 years of age |
| Departmental candidates (OBC) who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service as on closing date. | Up to 33 years of age |
| Departmental candidates (SC/ ST) who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service as on closing date. | Up to 35 years of age |
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 100/- for male General and OBC candidates. Female applicants, SC, ST, and eligible Ex-servicemen candidates are completely exempt from payment.
Selection Process
The recruitment procedure includes four sequential stages designed to evaluate academic capability, physical endurance, and medical fitness:
| Stages | Name of the Stages |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Paper 1- Computer Based Test |
| Stage 2 | Physical Standard Test (PST) Physical Efficiency Test (PET) |
| Stage 3 | Paper 2- Computer Based Test |
| Stage 4 | Detailed Medical Examination (DME) |
Once physical schedules are released, verify your dates directly using the SSC CPO Physical Dates 2025 Out - Click to Check tool.
Exam Pattern
Paper 1 and Paper 2 consist of Objective Multiple Choice Questions with 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer. The total time duration for the exam is 2 hours, with a sectional timer of 30 minutes for each part in Paper 1.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC CPO Paper 1 Exam Pattern 2026 | |||
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| General Knowledge and General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| English Comprehension | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes |
| SSC CPO Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2026 | |||
| English language & Comprehension | 200 | 200 | - |
Explore further details through the SSC CPO Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026- Click to Check.
Syllabus
A targeted preparation strategy requires mastering core topics across all four subjects. Reference the comprehensive syllabus breakdown below:
| General Reasoning | General Knowledge | Quantitative Aptitude | English Comprehension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verbal Reasoning | Current Affairs | Percentage | Reading Comprehension |
| Syllogism | Awards and Honours | Ratio and Percentage | Grammar |
| Circular Seating Arrangement | Books and Authors | Data Interpretation | Vocabulary |
| Linear Seating Arrangement | Sports | Mensuration and Geometry | Verbal Ability |
| Double Lineup | Entertainment | Quadratic Equation | Antonyms |
| Scheduling | Obituaries | Interest | Active and Passive Voice |
| Input Output | Important Dates | Problems of Ages | Para Jumbles |
| Blood Relations | Scientific Research | Profit and Loss | Fill in the Blanks |
| Directions and Distances | - | Number Series | Error Correction |
| Ordering and Ranking | - | Speed, Distance and Time | - |
| Data Sufficiency | - | Time and Work | - |
| Coding and Decoding | - | Number System | - |
| Code Inequalities | - | Data Sufficiency | - |
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Salary Structure
The salary for SSC CPO Sub-Inspectors falls under Level 6 (Rs. 35400 - 112400/-) as per the 7th Pay Commission guidelines.
| Post Name | Level | Group | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub Inspector in Delhi Police (Male/ Female) | 6 | ‘C’ Non-Gazetted | Rs. 35400-112400/- |
| Sub Inspector in CAPF | 6 | ‘B’ Non-Gazetted | Rs. 35400-112400/- |
Previous Year Cut-Off Analysis
Reviewing benchmarks from prior recruitment cycles provides realistic targets for exam performance:
| Category | Cut Off Marks(Females) | Cut Off Marks(Male) | Cut Off Marks [Male Departmental Candidates of Delhi Police] |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 106.75022 | 89.85810 | 96.85972 |
| ST | 98.10614 | 82.65680 | 88.19063 |
| ESM | 42.69427 | 40.07024 | - |
| OBC | 128.64348 | 113.50911 | 125.06044 |
| EWS | 127.40295 | 111.43520 | 109.17362 |
| UR | 135.27003 | 119.80335 | 134.59289 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Important Links & Resources
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