SSC CPO 2026 Exam Hub: Paper-I Exam Nov 20–28, Correction Window Oct 8–10 & 1,871 Posts

Sarkari Result: SSC CPO 2026 Latest Updates & Current Operational Stage

Current Operational Update (October 1, 2026): The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) officially released the examination schedule on October 1, 2026, confirming that the Paper-I Computer-Based Examination (CBE) for the SSC CPO 2026 recruitment (1,871 Sub-Inspector vacancies in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces) will be conducted from November 20, 2026 to November 28, 2026 across nationwide centres.

Next Immediate Action: Online applications closed on September 30, 2026, and fee payment concludes on October 1, 2026 (until 23:00). The Application Form Correction Window will be active on ssc.gov.in from October 8, 2026 to October 10, 2026 (until 23:00) for candidates needing to modify details.

Deep Preparation Note: For comprehensive subject-wise study plans, detailed syllabus subtopics, and book recommendations, refer to our dedicated SSC CPO 2026 Complete Guide and Delhi Police SI Complete Guide. This Exam Hub page tracks real-time examination status, crucial dates, vacancy distribution, and official commission announcements.

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Central Police Organisation (CPO) examination annually for the direct recruitment of Sub-Inspectors (SI) into the Delhi Police and various Central Armed Police Forces. SSC CPO is the premier national pathway for university graduates aspiring to enter the police and paramilitary supervisory leadership as gazetted or executive uniformed officers.

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1. SSC CPO 2026 Overview

Parameter	Official Details
Exam Name	Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination 2026
Commonly Known As	SSC CPO 2026 / SSC SI 2026
Conducting Authority	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Official Notification Date	September 10, 2026 (Published on ssc.gov.in)
Total Tentative Vacancies	1,871 Vacancies
Current Application Status	Applications Closed (Closed Sept 30, 2026; Fee Payment Ends Oct 1, 2026)
Upcoming Immediate Stage	Application Correction Window: October 8–10, 2026 (until 23:00)
Cadres Recruited	Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police; Sub-Inspector (GD) in BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB
Cadre Classification	Group 'C' (Delhi Police); Group 'B' Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial (CAPFs)
Selection Stages	Paper-I (CBT) → Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET) → Paper-II (English CBT) → Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

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2. SSC CPO 2026 Notification & Important Dates

The official recruitment advertisement published on September 10, 2026 establishes the confirmed timetable for the recruitment cycle:

Recruitment Event	Official Verified Schedule	Current Status
SSC CPO 2026 Notification Release	September 10, 2026	Completed
Online Application Opening Date	September 10, 2026	Completed
Last Date to Apply Online	September 30, 2026 (until 23:00)	Closed
Last Date for Online Fee Payment	October 1, 2026 (until 23:00)	Active Today
Application Correction Window	October 8 to October 10, 2026 (until 23:00)	Upcoming Next
Paper-I CBT Examination Date	November 20 to November 28, 2026	Officially Confirmed
Paper-I Result Declaration	To be notified post-examination on ssc.gov.in	Awaited
Physical PET / PST Stage	Scheduled post Paper-I results	Future Stage
Paper-II CBT (English Comprehension)	Conducted for candidates qualifying PET/PST	Future Stage
Detailed Medical Examination (DME)	Conducted post Paper-II results	Future Stage
Final Merit List & Allocation	Based on Paper-I + Paper-II combined score (400 Marks)	Final Stage

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3. SSC CPO Vacancy Distribution (2026 Cycle & Historical Reference)

Vacancies in SSC CPO are requisitioned by the Ministry of Home Affairs across Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces. For the 2026 recruitment cycle, the Commission has officially announced 1,871 tentative vacancies across Delhi Police, BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB.

For detailed comparative perspective, the force-wise breakdown from the preceding recruitment cycle (which notified 4,187 vacancies under Notice No. Notice_of_SI_in_Delhi_Police_and_CAPFs_Exam_2024.pdf) is presented below:

Historical Reference — 2024 Cycle Vacancy Matrix (4,187 Posts):

Organization / Force	Post Title	Male Vacancies	Female Vacancies	Total Force Vacancies
Delhi Police	Sub-Inspector (Executive)	125	61	186
Border Security Force (BSF)	Sub-Inspector (GD)	847	45	892
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)	Sub-Inspector (GD)	1,437	160	1,597
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)	Sub-Inspector (GD)	1,113	59	1,172
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)	Sub-Inspector (GD)	237	41	278
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)	Sub-Inspector (GD)	59	3	62
Total Vacancies (2024 Cycle Reference)		3,818	369	4,187

Note: In the newly advertised 2026 cycle (1,871 posts), vacancies are similarly allocated across Delhi Police and the five CAPFs, subject to final category and force reservation quotas.

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4. Eligibility Criteria for SSC CPO 2026

4.1 Educational Qualification

A candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification acquired on or before the crucial date.

Essential Requirement for Delhi Police SI (Male Candidates Only):

• Male candidates applying for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Light Motor Vehicle — Motorcycle and Car) on or before the date fixed for the Physical Endurance and Measurement Tests (PE&MT).
• A Learner's License is strictly NOT acceptable.
• Male candidates who do not possess an LMV Driving License are not disqualified from the examination; they remain fully eligible for all Sub-Inspector (GD) posts in CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB).
• Female candidates are completely exempt from the Driving License requirement for all posts, including Delhi Police SI.

4.2 Age Limit (Reckoned as on August 1 of the Recruitment Year)

In accordance with DoPT guidelines and primary SSC recruitment notices, the crucial date for age reckoning is August 1 of the exam year:

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age	Relaxations Permissible
Unreserved (General) / EWS	20 Years	25 Years	Candidate must be born between 02-08-2001 and 01-08-2006 (benchmark years)
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	20 Years	28 Years	+3 Years upper age relaxation
SC / ST	20 Years	30 Years	+5 Years upper age relaxation
Ex-Servicemen (General / EWS)	—	28 Years	3 years after deduction of military service from actual age
Departmental Candidates (Delhi Police)	—	Up to 30 Years (UR)	Relaxed up to 33 years for OBC and 35 years for SC/ST (minimum 3 years regular continuous service)
Widows, Divorced Women (not remarried)	—	Up to 35 Years (UR)	Up to 38 years for OBC, up to 40 years for SC/ST

4.3 Physical Standards (PST — Height, Chest, Weight)

Physical standards are verified during the PE&MT stage after Paper-I results:

For Male Candidates:

Category / Region	Height	Chest (Unexpanded)	Chest (Expanded)
Standard (General, OBC, SC)	170 cm	80 cm	85 cm (min 5 cm expansion)
Candidates from Hilly Regions (Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, HP, J&K, Ladakh)	165 cm	80 cm	85 cm (min 5 cm expansion)
All Scheduled Tribe (ST) Candidates	162.5 cm	77 cm	82 cm (min 5 cm expansion)

For Female Candidates:

Category / Region	Height	Weight Standard
Standard (General, OBC, SC)	157 cm	Corresponding to height and age as per medical tables
Candidates from Hilly Regions	155 cm	Corresponding to height and age as per medical tables
All Scheduled Tribe (ST) Candidates	154 cm	Corresponding to height and age as per medical tables

Weight Standards Note: Official SSC notices prescribe that body weight must correspond to height and age as per medical standards for all posts. Candidates are not disqualified at the PST stage solely on arbitrary weight cutoffs, but severe over/underweight conditions are assessed during the Detailed Medical Examination (DME).

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5. SSC CPO 2026 Salary, Pay Scale & Career Progression

Sub-Inspectors recruited through SSC CPO enter at Pay Matrix Level 6 under the 7th Central Pay Commission:

5.1 Pay Structure

Organization	Post Title	Pay Matrix Level	Basic Pay	Estimated Gross Monthly Pay (Metro 'X')	Estimated Net In-Hand Take-Home
Delhi Police	Sub-Inspector (Executive)	Level 6	₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400	₹68,000 – ₹76,000	₹58,000 – ₹66,000
CAPFs (BSF/CISF/CRPF/ITBP/SSB)	Sub-Inspector (GD)	Level 6	₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400	₹62,000 – ₹72,000	₹54,000 – ₹62,000

5.2 Allowances & Entitlements

• Dearness Allowance (DA): 50%+ of basic pay, revised semi-annually.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): 30% for Class X cities (Delhi), 20% for Class Y, 10% for Class Z.
• Ration Money Allowance (RMA): ~₹4,000 to ₹4,500 monthly for CAPF personnel.
• Special Risk / Hardship Allowances: Ranges from ₹6,000 to ₹17,300 monthly for border or counter-insurgency postings in CAPFs.
• Uniform & Medical Allowances: Annual dress allowance of ₹10,000 and comprehensive CGHS/CAPF medical coverage.

5.3 Promotional Hierarchies (Authentic Career Tracks)

The promotional hierarchies for Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces are separate and distinct:

Delhi Police Executive Career Progression:

1. Sub-Inspector (SI) — Entry Level (Pay Level 6, Basic ₹35,400)
2. Inspector — First Promotion (Pay Level 7, Basic ₹44,900; via seniority or Limited Departmental Competitive Exam)
3. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) — Supervisory Gazetted Cadre (Pay Level 10, Basic ₹56,100)
4. Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Addl DCP) — Senior Time Scale (Pay Level 11)
5. Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) — Junior Administrative Grade (Pay Level 12)

CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB) Career Progression:

1. Sub-Inspector (GD) — Entry Supervisory Level (Pay Level 6, Basic ₹35,400)
2. Inspector (GD) — First Promotion (Pay Level 7, Basic ₹44,900)
3. Assistant Commandant (AC) — Gazetted Officer Rank (Pay Level 10, Basic ₹56,100; via Limited Departmental Competitive Examination or Seniority)
4. Deputy Commandant (DC) — Senior Supervisory (Pay Level 11, Basic ₹67,700)
5. Second-in-Command (2IC) — Executive Command (Pay Level 12, Basic ₹78,800)
6. Commandant — Battalion Commander (Pay Level 13, Basic ₹1,23,100)

Clarification: Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) is an entry-level subordinate rank below Sub-Inspector in police and paramilitary cadres. An SI does not get promoted to ASI; rather, an ASI is promoted to SI.

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6. SSC CPO 2026 Selection Process — All 4 Stages & Final Merit

The SSC CPO selection process consists of four stages, followed by Document Verification (DV) conducted directly by the indenting CAPFs / Delhi Police. Clearing one stage is mandatory to proceed to the next:

[Stage 1: Paper-I CBT] 
        │ (Shortlisted as per category-wise cutoff)
        ▼
[Stage 2: PET & PST] 
        │ (Qualifying only; conducted at CAPF centers)
        ▼
[Stage 3: Paper-II CBT] 
        │ (English Language & Comprehension — 200 Marks)
        ▼
[Stage 4: Detailed Medical Examination (DME / RME)] 
        │ (Declared Medically FIT)
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[Final Merit List & Allocation]
(Aggregate: Paper-I + Paper-II + NCC Bonus Marks = Out of 400 Marks)

Stage 1: Paper-I — Computer Based Test (CBT)

The Paper-I is the initial screening and scoring examination. As per the official SSC examination schedule notice released on October 1, 2026, Paper-I CBT is officially scheduled to be conducted nationwide from November 20, 2026 to November 28, 2026. Marks scored in Paper-I are normalized using the official commission formula and used to shortlist candidates for the Physical Endurance and Standard Tests.

Subject / Component	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
General Intelligence & Reasoning	50	50	—
General Knowledge & General Awareness	50	50	—
Quantitative Aptitude	50	50	—
English Comprehension	50	50	—
Total	200	200	2 Hours (120 Minutes)

• Negative Marking: Deduction of 0.25 marks per wrong answer (as confirmed in official SSC notifications and corrigenda).
• Question Format: Objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
• Medium of Examination: Bilingual (English & Hindi) for Sections 1, 2, and 3. Section 4 is exclusively in English.
• Compensatory Time: PwBD candidates are generally not eligible for executive uniformed police posts; however, eligible candidates entitled to scribe assistance receive 20 minutes compensatory time per hour.

Stage 2: Physical Endurance Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST)

Candidates shortlisted from Paper-I are called for PET/PST at designated CAPF nodal centers across India. PET and PST are strictly qualifying in nature — no marks are awarded, but failing any event results in immediate elimination.

Physical Endurance Test (PET) Events:

Test Event	Male Candidates	Female Candidates	Attempts Permitted
100 Meter Sprint	Within 16.0 seconds	Within 18.0 seconds	1 chance only
Long Race	1.6 km within 6 minutes 30 seconds	800 meters within 4 minutes	1 chance only
Long Jump	3.65 meters (approx. 12 feet)	2.70 meters (approx. 9 feet)	Up to 3 chances
High Jump	1.20 meters (approx. 4 feet)	0.90 meters (approx. 3 feet)	Up to 3 chances
Shot Put (16 Lbs / 7.26 kg)	4.50 meters	Not applicable	Up to 3 chances

Note on Pregnancy: Female candidates found to be pregnant during the physical endurance test will be declared temporarily unfit, and their appointment will be held in abeyance until confinement is over, subject to re-examination.

Physical Standard Test (PST):

Height, chest (males only), and weight measurements are checked against the standards detailed in Section 4. Ex-servicemen appearing for PET/PST are required only to undergo and qualify the PST measurements; they are exempted from PET events.

Stage 3: Paper-II — English Language & Comprehension

Only candidates who qualify in PET/PST are admitted to Paper-II. Paper-II marks are directly added to Paper-I marks to determine final merit.

Aspect	Official Scheme Details
Subject	English Language & Comprehension
Total Questions	200 MCQs
Maximum Marks	200 Marks
Duration	2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Negative Marking	0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
Mode	Computer Based Test (CBT)

Paper-II Coverage: Questions evaluate candidates' understanding and knowledge of English language and include:

• Spotting the Error & Sentence Correction
• Fill in the Blanks (Prepositions, Articles, Conjunctions, Tenses)
• Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, Homonyms, and Spelling Tests
• Idioms and Phrasal Verbs
• One Word Substitutions
• Active and Passive Voice Transformations
• Direct and Indirect Speech Conversion
• Sentence Rearrangement & Para Jumbles
• Comprehension Passages (multiple passages testing contextual and analytical comprehension)

Stage 4: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Review Medical Examination (RME)

Candidates who score above the qualifying cutoffs in Paper-I + Paper-II are summoned for DME conducted by a Medical Board constituted by the CAPFs.

Key Medical Assessment Standards:

• Eye Sight: Minimum distant vision must be 6/6 in one eye (better eye) and 6/9 in the other eye (worse eye) without wearing glasses or contact lenses. Correction with glasses or surgical intervention (like LASIK) is subject to strict CAPF medical board guidelines and may lead to disqualification for direct entry uniformed roles unless permitted under specific recent guidelines.
• Color Vision: Must possess high color vision (tested via Ishihara plates). Color blindness is a disqualifier.
• Physical Defects: Knock knees, flat foot, varicose veins, squint in eyes, or pigeon chest lead to medical unfitness.
• Tattoos: Tattoos depicting religious symbols or figures and names as per Indian Army traditions are permitted on the inner aspect of the forearm (only left forearm) or dorsum of the hands. Size must not exceed 1/4th of the respective body part.
• Review Medical Examination (RME): Candidates declared unfit in DME can appeal for an RME before a review medical board within the prescribed timeline.

NCC Certificate Bonus Marks (Added to Paper-I & Paper-II):

Under the official SSC recruitment policy, incentives are provided to National Cadet Corps (NCC) certificate holders. The bonus marks are awarded to candidates who possess verified NCC certificates on the crucial date:

NCC Certificate Category	Bonus Marks per Paper (5% / 3% / 2%)	Total Bonus Marks (Paper-I + Paper-II)
NCC 'C' Certificate	10 marks (5% of 200 marks)	20 marks (out of 400)
NCC 'B' Certificate	6 marks (3% of 200 marks)	12 marks (out of 400)
NCC 'A' Certificate	4 marks (2% of 200 marks)	8 marks (out of 400)

These bonus marks are added to the normalized aggregate scores of Paper-I and Paper-II when preparing the final merit list.

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7. SSC CPO 2026 Detailed Syllabus

7.1 General Intelligence and Reasoning (Paper-I — 50 Marks)

Includes both verbal and non-verbal reasoning topics:

• Analogies (Semantic, Symbolic, Number, Figural)
• Similarities and Differences
• Spatial Orientation, Spatial Visualization
• Problem Solving, Analysis, Judgment, and Decision Making
• Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation
• Relationship Concepts and Blood Relations
• Arithmetical Reasoning and Figural Classification
• Arithmetic Number Series, Non-Verbal Series
• Coding and Decoding (Letter coding, Number coding)
• Statement Conclusion, Syllogistic Reasoning
• Direction Sense Test, Seating Arrangements (Linear and Circular)
• Venn Diagrams, Matrix, Paper Folding, and Hidden Figures

7.2 General Knowledge and General Awareness (Paper-I — 50 Marks)

Designed to test knowledge of current events and matters of everyday observation and scientific experience:

• Current Affairs: National & international events, summits, sports tournaments, defense exercises, awards, appointments, and government policies.
• Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern history, and the Indian National Movement.
• Indian Geography: Physical features, climate, river systems, agriculture, minerals, and national parks.
• Indian Polity & Constitution: Fundamental Rights, DPSP, Parliament, Judiciary, Constitutional amendments, and statutory bodies.
• Indian Economy: Basic macroeconomics, inflation, monetary policy, GDP, budget highlights, and economic initiatives.
• General Science: Everyday concepts in Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences (Biology).
• Static GK: Folk dances, festivals, art and culture, books and authors, national symbols, and international organizations.

7.3 Quantitative Aptitude (Paper-I — 50 Marks)

Tests mathematical intuition and computational speed:

• Arithmetic: Number systems, LCM & HCF, Decimals and Fractions, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Alligation, Time and Distance, Time and Work, Pipes and Cisterns.
• Algebra: Basic algebraic identities, linear equations, factorization.
• Geometry: Familiarity with elementary geometric figures and facts, triangles and their congruency/similarity, circles, chords, tangents, quadrilaterals, polygons.
• Mensuration: Triangles, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circles, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square base.
• Trigonometry: Trigonometric ratios, degree and radian measures, standard identities, Heights and Distances.
• Statistical Charts & Data Interpretation: Histograms, Frequency polygons, Bar diagrams, and Pie charts.

7.4 English Language and Comprehension (Paper-I & Paper-II)

While Paper-I tests foundational understanding through 50 questions, Paper-II is an exhaustive 200-mark evaluation covering:

• Vocabulary, Synonyms, Antonyms, and their contextual usage
• Idioms, Phrases, and Proverb meanings
• One-Word Substitutions
• Sentence Structure, Clause analysis, and Sentence Improvement
• Common grammatical errors (Subject-verb agreement, modifiers, tense consistency, prepositions, articles)
• Active and Passive Voice transformations
• Direct and Indirect Speech conversions
• Reading Comprehension (narrative, philosophical, and factual passages with direct and inferential questions)
• Cloze Test and sentence sequencing

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8. Preparation Strategy for SSC CPO 2026

8.1 Balanced Written Exam & Physical Readiness Strategy

Unlike purely academic examinations, SSC CPO requires concurrent physical and mental conditioning:

• Phase 1 (Foundation & Physical Base): Cover the core syllabus in Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and Grammar. Concurrently start morning endurance training (jogging 3–4 km at moderate pace, stretching, core workouts) to build cardiovascular stamina for the 1.6 km / 800 m run.
• Phase 2 (Speed, Mock Tests & Event Practice): Dedicate 2 hours daily to full-length Paper-I mock tests. Analyze weak areas. At the ground, introduce sprint drills (100m bursts) and practice high jump and long jump technique once or twice weekly.
• Phase 3 (Paper-II Intensive Revision): Transition focus to English comprehension and vocabulary immediately following Paper-I. Since Paper-II carries 200 marks (50% of final merit weightage), daily practice of cloze tests, error spotting, and voice/narration rules is essential.

8.2 Standard Reference Material

Subject	Recommended Standard Reference	Primary Focus Area
Quantitative Aptitude	Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal / Advance Maths by Rakesh Yadav	Arithmetic speed, geometry theorems, trigonometry basics
Reasoning	A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal	Syllogisms, analogies, seating arrangements, series
English Language	Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi / High School English Grammar by Wren & Martin	Rules of grammar, active/passive, direct/indirect, idioms
General Awareness	NCERT textbooks (Classes 6–10) + Lucent's General Knowledge + Monthly Current Affairs Compilations	Static polity, modern history, geography, last 12 months current affairs
Previous Year Papers	SSC CPO Chapterwise Solved Papers (Last 5–10 years)	Real exam patterns, difficulty benchmarks, repeated questions

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9. Application Form Correction & Post-Registration Protocol

With online registration officially concluding on September 30, 2026, registered candidates should follow the designated correction and admit card protocol:

1. Application Form Correction Window (October 8–10, 2026):

   • The Commission will activate the "Window for Application Form Correction" on ssc.gov.in.
   • Candidates who made errors in personal details, category, driving license declaration, or live photograph capture can log in and correct their details upon payment of the statutory correction fee (₹200 for the first time, ₹500 for a second correction).
   • Only corrections completed and submitted before October 10, 2026 (23:00) will be recognized by the Commission.

2. Admission Certificates / City Intimation:

   • SSC regional websites host candidate status and examination city intimation slips approximately 10 to 14 days prior to the Paper-I CBT.
   • Final admit cards containing exact examination venue, date, and shift timing will be downloadable 3 to 4 days before the candidate's scheduled exam date.

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10. SSC CPO vs Other Central SSC Examinations

Comparison Parameter	SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector)	SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level)	SSC CHSL (Higher Secondary Level)
Recruitment Posts	Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police, BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB	Assistant Section Officer (CSS, MEA), Income Tax Inspector, GST Inspector, Sub-Inspector (CBI), PA/SA	Data Entry Operator (DEO), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
Minimum Educational Qualification	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline	12th Standard Pass from a recognized Board
Age Eligibility Bracket	20 to 25 Years (crucial date defined in notification)	18 to 27 / 30 / 32 Years (varies by post)	18 to 27 Years
Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST)	Mandatory for direct candidates (Running, Long Jump, High Jump, Shot Put; Ex-Servicemen exempted from PET events, PST measurements apply)	No general PET; basic physical measurements & walking test for specific uniformed posts (Excise/Customs Inspector, CBI SI, NIA)	No physical test (Typing / Skill test only)
Primary Pay Level	Pay Level 6 (Basic ₹35,400)	Pay Level 4 to Level 8 (Basic ₹25,500 to ₹47,600; CBI SI at Level 7)	Pay Level 2 to Level 5 (Basic ₹19,900 to ₹29,200)
Final Merit Determination	Paper-I (200) + Paper-II (200) = 400 Marks	Tier-2 Paper-I (Section I + Section II) = 390 Marks	Tier-2 Section I + Section II = 360 Marks

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11. Frequently Asked Questions — SSC CPO 2026

Q: Is there an official SSC CPO 2026 result date announced? No official date for the Paper-I result has been announced yet. Results are typically declared within 2 to 3 months following completion of the CBT. Official result write-ups and scorecards are published directly on ssc.gov.in.

Q: Can I make changes to my submitted SSC CPO 2026 application form? Yes. SSC provides an official "Window for Application Form Correction" from October 8 to October 10, 2026 (until 23:00) on ssc.gov.in. Candidates can log in and correct photograph, signature, or details by paying the prescribed fee.

Q: Can I apply separately for Delhi Police SI and CAPF SI? No. There is a single, unified SSC CPO online application. Eligible candidates indicate their post preferences (Delhi Police SI, BSF SI, CISF SI, CRPF SI, ITBP SI, SSB SI) within the application or during the official post-preference window. Male candidates opting for Delhi Police SI must possess a valid LMV driving license on the date of PE&MT.

Q: What is the physical test timeline after Paper-I (cpo physical date 2026)? The Physical Endurance Test and Physical Standard Test (PET/PST) schedule is announced following the declaration of Paper-I results and cutoff lists. Traditionally, nodal CAPFs conduct the PET/PST within 2 to 4 months after Paper-I results are declared.

Q: What is the realistic in-hand salary for an SSC CPO Sub-Inspector? Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police and CAPFs are recruited at Pay Level 6 (Basic Pay ₹35,400). In a Class 'X' city like Delhi, with Dearness Allowance (50%+), House Rent Allowance (30% in 'X' cities), Transport Allowance, and Ration Money Allowance, the gross monthly remuneration is approximately ₹62,000 to ₹68,000, with a net in-hand salary of approximately ₹54,000 to ₹60,000 after NPS and statutory deductions. In CAPFs, officers posted in high-altitude, border, or active internal security areas receive additional Risk & Hardship allowances ranging from ₹9,700 to ₹17,300+ per month.

Q: How many vacancies are notified in SSC CPO 2026? In the official SSC CPO 2026 notification published on September 10, 2026, the Staff Selection Commission announced 1,871 tentative vacancies for Sub-Inspectors across Delhi Police, BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB.

Q: Are CISF Sub-Inspector posts filled through SSC CPO? Yes. Sub-Inspector (Executive) posts in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) are filled through the SSC CPO examination. CISF SIs oversee industrial security, airport security, vital government installations, and disaster management infrastructure.

Q: What is the difference between Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police vs CAPFs?

• Delhi Police SI: Operates under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs but serves as a territorial police officer within the National Capital Territory of Delhi, handling crime investigation, local law and order, and police station duties.
• CAPF SI (GD): Serves in Central Armed Police Forces (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB) with nationwide deployments, border management, counter-insurgency, VIP security, and internal security duties under military/paramilitary command structures.

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Last Updated: October 1, 2026 | Source: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Notice of Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Examination 2026, ssc.gov.in