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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has started the online application process for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications from September 10 to September 30, 2026, through the official SSC website.

The recruitment drive includes Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), along with Sub-Inspector (Fire) posts in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). As per the notification, a total of 2,018 vacancies have been announced on a tentative basis.

Candidates should note that the SSC CPO selection process includes written examinations as well as physical and medical tests. Candidates qualifying in the computer-based examinations will have to clear the prescribed physical and medical stages.

SSC CPO 2026: Vacancy Details

The tentative vacancies announced under SSC CPO 2026 are distributed across Delhi Police, CAPFs and CISF.

• Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police: 317 vacancies

• Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs: 1,467 vacancies

• Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF: 234 vacancies

• Total: 2,018 vacancies

The vacancy numbers are tentative and may change. Candidates should refer to the official SSC notification for the latest category-wise vacancy details.

SSC CPO 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the educational and age requirements prescribed for the respective post.

For Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs, candidates should have a bachelor's degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.

For the Sub-Inspector (Fire) post in CISF, candidates are required to have a bachelor's degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as subjects. Candidates meeting the prescribed engineering diploma requirements may also be eligible, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.

The age limit for posts other than SI (Fire) in CISF is 20 to 25 years as on August 1, 2026. For SI (Fire) in CISF, the age limit is 18 to 30 years.

Age relaxation will be provided to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories and other specified groups as per government rules.

Male candidates applying for the Sub-Inspector post in Delhi Police must also have a valid Light Motor Vehicle driving licence for motorcycle and car on the date of the Physical Endurance and Measurement Tests.

SSC CPO 2026: Selection Process

The SSC CPO recruitment process will be conducted in multiple stages:

• Paper-I

• Physical Standard Test (PST)

• Physical Endurance Test (PET)

• Paper-II

• Detailed Medical Examination

Paper-I will comprise 100 questions carrying 200 marks. Paper-II will contain 200 questions carrying 200 marks.

The examination assesses candidates in areas such as reasoning, general knowledge and awareness, quantitative aptitude and English comprehension. The subject distribution varies between the two papers.

Negative marking will apply in the examination. Candidates should therefore focus on maintaining accuracy along with speed while attempting questions.

Qualifying in the written examination alone does not ensure selection, as candidates must also clear the prescribed physical and medical stages.

SSC CPO 2026: Application Fee

The SSC CPO 2026 application fee is Rs. 100.

Women candidates, candidates belonging to SC and ST categories and eligible Ex-Servicemen are exempted from paying the application fee.

SSC CPO 2026: Important Dates

• Application Process Begins: September 10, 2026

• Last Date to Apply: September 30, 2026

• Last Date for Fee Payment: October 1, 2026

• Application Correction Window: October 8 to 10, 2026

• Computer-Based Examination: To be announced

The SSC has not announced the date of the Computer-Based Examination yet.

How to Apply for SSC CPO 2026?

Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can complete the application process online through the official SSC website.

• Visit the official SSC website.

• Complete the registration process using the required details.

• Log in and fill out the SSC CPO 2026 application form.

• Enter personal, educational and other required information.

• Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.

• Pay the application fee, if applicable.

• Review all details carefully before submitting the form.

• Submit the application and save a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates should enter all information carefully because the correction window will be available only from October 8 to October 10, 2026.

Direct Link To SSC CPO Notification 2026

SSC CPO 2026: Preparation

With 2,018 tentative vacancies, SSC CPO 2026 offers a major recruitment opportunity for graduates seeking Sub-Inspector positions in Delhi Police, CAPFs and CISF.

Candidates should begin preparing for both the written examination and physical tests. Along with covering the syllabus, aspirants should practise mock tests and previous-year questions to improve speed and accuracy.

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Candidates should visit the official SSC website for the latest notification, application details, vacancy updates, examination dates and other recruitment-related information.