Delhi Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment 2026 — Complete Guide

Latest Update (April 30, 2026): The SSC CPO 2025 Paper-I result was declared on March 30, 2026. PET/PST dates for the 2025 cycle are awaited. The SSC CPO 2026 notification (which includes Delhi Police SI recruitment) is expected on May 31, 2026 as per the SSC Exam Calendar.

Disclaimer: Dates below are from the SSC Annual Exam Calendar and are subject to change. Always verify from ssc.gov.in.

Recruitment for Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police is conducted through the SSC CPO (Central Police Organization) examination organized by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Delhi Police SI is one of the most sought-after police jobs in India — it offers an officer-level position in India's national capital with excellent salary, metropolitan allowances, and significant career prestige.

Aspirants looking for the Delhi Police SI 2026 notification, exam date, physical standards, driving license requirements, syllabus, and salary can find all verified details below.

1. Delhi Police SI 2026 Overview

Parameter	Details
Post Name	Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police
Conducting Body	Staff Selection Commission (SSC) via SSC CPO
Classification	Group 'C', Non-Gazetted
Pay Level	Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
Selection Process	Paper-I → PET/PST → Paper-II → Medical
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

2. Delhi Police SI 2026 Important Exam Dates

Event	Expected Date
SSC CPO Notification	May 31, 2026
Online Application Opens	May 31, 2026
Last Date to Apply	June 30, 2026
Paper-I CBT Exam	October – November 2026 (Tentative)
PET/PST (Physical Tests)	After Paper-I Results
Paper-II Exam	Early 2027
Detailed Medical Examination	After Paper-II Results

3. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
• Special Requirement for Delhi Police SI (Male Candidates Only): A valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle AND Car) must be held on the date of the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test. Without this license, male candidates will only be eligible for CAPF SI (BSF/CRPF/CISF) posts — not Delhi Police.

Note: This driving license requirement does NOT apply to female candidates.

Age Limit (As on Notified Crucial Date)

• Minimum: 20 Years
• Maximum: 25 Years (General)
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 28 Years (+3 years)
• SC / ST: 30 Years (+5 years)
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deducting military service

Physical Standards

Parameter	Male	Female
Height	170 cm (165 cm for Hill/NE states)	157 cm (152 cm for Hill/NE states)
Chest	80–85 cm (unexpanded/expanded)	Not Applicable
Weight	Proportionate to height and age	Proportionate to height and age

4. Selection Process — All Stages

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

Section	Questions	Marks	Time
General Intelligence & Reasoning	50	50	—
General Knowledge & Awareness	50	50	—
Quantitative Aptitude	50	50	—
English Comprehension	50	50	—
Total	200	200	2 Hours

Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.

Stage 2: Physical Endurance Test (PET) — Qualifying

Candidates shortlisted from Paper-I must pass the Physical Endurance Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST). This stage is qualifying in nature (pass/fail).

Physical Endurance Test (PET):

Test	Male	Female
100 m Sprint	16 seconds	18 seconds
Race	1.6 km in 6.5 minutes	800 m in 4 minutes
Long Jump	3.65 m (3 chances)	2.7 m (3 chances)
High Jump	1.2 m (3 chances)	0.9 m (3 chances)
Shot Put (16 lbs)	4.5 m (3 chances)	Not Required

Stage 3: Paper-II (English Focus)

Section	Questions	Marks	Time
English Language & Comprehension	200	200	2 Hours

Paper-II covers: Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Speech, Reading Comprehension, Synonyms/Antonyms, Idioms.

Stage 4: Detailed Medical Examination (DME)

Conducted by Medical Officers. Checks vision (6/6 and 6/9 minimum uncorrected), colour blindness, flat foot, knock knee, and general fitness. Medical standards for Delhi Police are strictly enforced.

5. Delhi Police SI Salary & Perks (7th Pay Commission)

Aspirants frequently ask about the Delhi Police SI salary in hand after 7th pay commission. Since Delhi is an 'X' category city, the allowances are at the highest slab.

Component	Details
Pay Level	Level 6
Basic Pay	₹35,400/month
Pay Scale	₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
DA (Dearness Allowance)	Variable (~50% currently: ~₹17,700)
HRA (Delhi: 27% to 30%)	~₹10,620
Kit/Uniform & Ration Allowance	Fixed monthly/annual allowances
Gross Monthly	₹68,000 – ₹72,000
Net In-Hand Salary	₹58,000 – ₹65,000

Additional perks: Government housing (barracks if unmarried), free medical treatment, Canteen facilities, Group Insurance (CGIS), and pension under NPS.

6. Delhi Police SI Previous Year Cut-Offs

To prepare effectively, candidates must know the target score. The cut-off for Delhi Police SI is typically the highest among all CAPF forces in the SSC CPO exam.

SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut-off (Male - Delhi Police SI indicator):

• 2024 (Expected range for safe score): 135 - 145 (UR)
• 2023 (Actual UR Cut-off): 138.99
• 2022 (Actual UR Cut-off): 115.04

SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut-off (Female - Delhi Police SI indicator):

• 2023 (Actual UR Cut-off): 143.83
• 2022 (Actual UR Cut-off): 126.29

(Note: To secure Delhi Police SI, candidates usually need to score at least 15-20 marks above the minimum qualifying cut-off in Tier 1, and perform exceptionally well in Tier 2 English).

7. Syllabus Highlights for Paper-I

General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 Marks)

Analogy, Similarity & Differences, Problem Solving, Judgment, Decision Making, Visual Memory, Arithmetical Number Series, Seating Arrangement, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding, Verbal & Non-Verbal Questions.

General Knowledge (50 Marks)

Current Affairs (National & International), Indian History, Indian Polity & Constitution, Indian Economy, Geography, Science & Technology, Awards, Sports, Books & Authors.

Quantitative Aptitude (50 Marks)

Number Systems, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss, Discount, Time & Distance, Time & Work, Mensuration, Geometry, Trigonometry, Data Interpretation.

English (50 Marks for Paper-I, 200 Marks for Paper-II)

Reading Comprehension, Grammar (Active/Passive, Direct/Indirect), Synonyms/Antonyms, Cloze Test, Error Detection, Fill in the Blanks.

8. How to Apply for Delhi Police SI 2026

1. Register on the SSC One-Time Registration (OTR) portal at ssc.gov.in (if not already registered).
2. Log in and click on "SSC CPO 2026" application link.
3. Select your post preference: Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police (males must also ensure DL requirement).
4. Fill the complete online form with academic, personal, and preference details.
5. Upload your Photograph and Signature.
6. Pay the Application Fee:
   • General/OBC/EWS: ₹100/-
   • Female / SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD: Nil
7. Submit and print the Confirmation Page.

9. Preparation Strategy

• Paper-II English is the biggest differentiator: 200 marks of pure English. Candidates who score high here jump significantly in merit. Focus on Grammar, Comprehension, and Vocabulary.
• Start Physical Training Early: PET/PST is serious, especially the 1.6 km run in 6.5 minutes for males. Start running NOW regardless of your Paper-I preparation stage.
• Get Your Driving License: If you're a male candidate aspiring for Delhi Police SI specifically, get your LMV (both Motorcycle + Car) license as early as possible. This is non-negotiable.
• Books Recommended:
  • SSC CPO Guide — Kiran Prakashan (comprehensive)
  • English — Neetu Singh (KD Campus) Vol I & II
  • Reasoning — RS Aggarwal (Verbal and Non-Verbal)
  • GK — Lucent General Knowledge