The Union Public Service Commission has officially structured the Central Armed Police Forces Assistant Commandant selection process into four distinct evaluation stages to ensure comprehensive recruitment. Initially, candidates face a written examination comprising Paper-I, focusing on General Ability and Intelligence with 250 marks in an objective format, and Paper-II, covering General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension for 200 marks in a descriptive mode. A negative marking penalty of one-third is applicable for incorrect answers in the objective section. Those qualifying move to the Physical Standards and Efficiency Tests, followed by a rigorous Medical Standards evaluation. The final assessment stage is the Personality Test or Interview carrying 150 marks. Cumulative performance in the written papers and the interview determines the final merit list for various forces like BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB.
Location
All India
Total Vacancy
349 Posts
Advertisement No
08/2026-CAPF
UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Exam Pattern
(UPSC) Union Public Service Commission
Important Dates
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 Feb, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 20 Feb, 2026 |
| Last Date | 12 Mar, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Will Be Notified |
| Exam Date | 19 Jul, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Will Be Notified |
Exam Details
| Exam Stages | Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Written Examination |
| Stage 2 | Physical Standards and PET |
| Stage 3 | Interview/Personality Test |
| Stage 4 | Medical Standards Tests |
| Selection Process |
| Selection Process: The recruitment involves a written test followed by physical and medical examinations. |
| Exam Mode: Stage one consists of two papers including objective and descriptive sections. |
| Final Stage: Candidates qualifying the interview are placed in the merit list based on aggregate scores. |
Paper I
| Objective Type |
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | 0.33 Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Ability and Intelligence | - | 250 | 2 Hours | 0.33 Negative Marking |
| TOTAL | - | 250 | 2 Hours | - |
| Written Paper I |
| Exam Mode: Paper I includes objective questions in both English and Hindi. |
| Scoring: There is a penalty for wrong answers. |
| Status: Qualifying marks are fixed by the commission. |
Paper II
| Descriptive Type |
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Hindi English Essay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies, Essay and Comprehension | - | 200 | 3 Hours | Hindi English Essay |
| TOTAL | - | 200 | 3 Hours | - |
| Written Paper II |
| Exam Mode: Candidates can write the essay in English or Hindi. |
| Language: Precis and comprehension must be written in English only. |
| Evaluation: Paper II is evaluated only if Paper I is cleared. |
Physical Efficiency Test (Men)
| Efficiency Test |
| Event | Criteria | Status | Time/Distance | Qualifying |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Meter Race | - | - | 16 Seconds | Qualifying |
| 800 Meter Race | - | - | 03 Min 45 Sec | Qualifying |
| Long Jump | - | - | 3.5 Meters | 3 Chances |
| Shot Put | - | - | 4.5 Meters | 3 Chances |
| Physical Test Men |
| Process: Candidates must clear all four physical events to qualify for the next stage. |
| Attempts: Three chances are provided for long jump and shot put. |
| Status: This stage is qualifying in nature. |
Physical Efficiency Test (Women)
| Efficiency Test |
| Event | Criteria | Status | Time/Distance | Qualifying |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Meter Race | - | - | 18 Seconds | Qualifying |
| 800 Meter Race | - | - | 04 Min 45 Sec | Qualifying |
| Long Jump | - | - | 3.0 Meters | 3 Chances |
| Physical Test Women |
| Process: Female candidates are tested across three specific physical events. |
| Attempts: Three chances are allowed for the long jump event. |
| Status: Physical efficiency tests are mandatory and qualifying. |
Important Instructions for Job Seekers
- Never pay any money, fee, or donation for a job.
- Verify details only from the official website/notification.
- Do not trust job offers received via random emails, messages, or calls.
- Never share bank details, OTP, or passwords with anyone.
- If in doubt, contact the official recruiting authority directly.
Important Links
Exam Preparation Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
The exam consists of two written papers: Paper-I (General Ability and Intelligence) for 250 marks and Paper-II (General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension) for 200 marks, followed by physical tests and a 150-mark interview.
Yes, for the objective Paper-I, there is a penalty for wrong answers where one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to that specific question are deducted from the total score.
Yes, candidates have the option to write the Essay component of Paper-II in either English or Hindi, but the precis writing and comprehension sections must be attempted in English only.
The selection involves a Written Examination, Physical Standards/Efficiency Tests, a Medical Standards Test, and a final Interview or Personality Test conducted by the Commission.
Male candidates must complete a 100m race in 16 seconds, an 800m race in 3 minutes 45 seconds, a Long Jump of 3.5 meters, and a Shot Put throw of 4.5 meters.
The final merit list is prepared based on the total marks obtained by the candidate in the two written papers (450 marks) and the marks secured in the personality test (150 marks).