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SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date |
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
Last date to apply | 07 July 2025 |
Last date for fee payment | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Admit card release date | August |
Date of Paper- I (CBE) | 01 - 06 September 2025 |
SYLLABUS
The SSC CPO 2025 selection process consists of four stages. It starts with Paper I, a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in this stage move on to the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This is followed by Paper II, another CBT that tests English Comprehension. Finally, candidates who clear all the earlier stages will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Each stage must be cleared in order to proceed to the next.
The SSC CPO syllabus varies for Paper I and Paper II. Paper I covers four key subjects: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. In contrast, Paper II focuses exclusively on English Language & Comprehension.
Detailes Syllabus For Paper I
Name of the Test | Topic | Weightage |
Reasoning and General Intelligence | Verbal Reasoning | 50 Q |
Analogy | ||
Alphabet Test | ||
Arithmetic Reasoning | ||
Blood Relation | ||
Classification | ||
Coding decoding | ||
Distance direction test | ||
Syllogism | ||
Matrix | ||
Logical Venn diagram | ||
Missing Number | ||
Non - Verbal Reasoning | ||
Paper - cutting & folding | ||
Embedded figures | ||
Figure formation & Analysis | ||
Figure Series | ||
Cube & Dice | ||
Mirror Image | ||
Pattern Completion | ||
Counting of figures | ||
General Awareness | Current Affairs | 50 Q |
Economy & Finance | ||
Geography | ||
History | ||
Indian Polity & Constitution | ||
Science & Technology | ||
Static GK | ||
Quantitative Aptitude | Average | 50 Q |
Boat & Stream | ||
Compound & Simple Interest | ||
LCM & HCF | ||
Mixture & Alligation | ||
Partnership | ||
Percentages | ||
Pipes & Cistern | ||
Problem on Ages | ||
Profit loss & Discount | ||
Ratio Proportion | ||
Speed, time & distance | ||
Time work & wages | ||
Geometry | ||
Mensuration | ||
Data Interpretation | ||
Trigonometry | ||
Standard Identities | ||
Complementary angles | ||
Heights and Distances | ||
Algebra | ||
Miscellaneous | ||
English Comprehension | Candidates’ ability to understand correct English, his basic comprehension and writing ability etc. would be tested | 50 Q |
GENERAL INTELLIGENCE & REASONING DETAILED SYLLABUS
Topics | Topics Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Analogy | Identifying the relationship between the given words to complete the sequence | Cattle : Fodder :: Fish : ? | Easy & Less time Consuming |
Alphabet Test | Questions based on finding the place of an alphabet or a word based on the different types of arrangement | Choose one word which can be formed from the letters of the given word. | Easy & Less time Consuming |
Arithmetic Reasoning | Questions based on solving problems using mathematical operations | By interchanging which two signs the equation will be correct? | Little Complex & Time Taking |
Blood Relation | Questions based on Blood Relations and Family | Pointing to a man in a photograph, Aarohi said, “His mother’s only daughter is my mother.” How is Aarohi related to that man? | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Classification | Choosing the option which does not belong to the group | Select the one which is different from the other three responses. | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Coding decoding | Identifying the pattern used for coding of a given data set and using the same for performing specific operation |
In a certain code, GOAL is written as JRDO. How is PLAN written in that code? | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Distance direction test | Questions are based on Direction Sense |
Akshat walked 30 metres towards East, took a right turn and walked 40 metres. Then he took a left turn and walked 30 metres. In which direction is he now from the starting point? | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Syllogism | Questions require thinking for arriving at a specific conclusion by examining other premises or ideas |
Statements: | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Matrix | Questions Based on Analysing the given Matrix table | Complex & Time Consuming | |
Logical Venn diagram | Finding the relationship between the given data through the Venn diagram and Answering the questions based on it | In the figure shown below, the rectangle represents managers, the triangle represents women, and the circle represents singers. | Complex & Time Consuming |
Missing Number | Finding the missing number from the given figure to complete it | Complex & Time Consuming | |
Paper - cutting & folding | Questions are based on cutting or folding of a Sheet of paper in a specific pattern | A piece of paper is folded and punched as shown below in the question figures. From the given answer figures, indicate how it will appear when opened ? | Complex & Time Consuming |
Embedded figures | Questions based pm Figures that are hidden inside another figures | Choose the alternative which is closely resembles the Embedded figure of the given figure? | Complex & Time Consuming |
Figure formation & Analysis | Questions based on Pattern Arrangement of figures | find out which of the answer figures can be formed from the pieces given in the problem figure. | Complex & Time Consuming |
Figure Series | Questions are based on completing the sequence formed by the given figures | Complex & Time Consuming | |
Cube & Dice | Questions are formed on Cubes and dices | How many dots are there on the dice face opposite the one with three dots? | Complex & Time Consuming |
Mirror Image | Questions based on the Symmetry and mirror image of the given word / figure | A mirror is placed and which of the Answer Figures is the right image of the given Question Figure? | Complex & Time Consuming |
Pattern Completion | Completing the sequence on the given pattern | Complex & Time Consuming | |
Counting of figures | Counting the number of figures | How many triangles are there in the given figure? | Complex & Time Consuming |
RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR GENERAL INTELLIGENCE & REASONING
1- Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by Dr R.S. Aggarwal.
2- Analytical Reasoning by M.K. Pandey.
3- Logical and Analytical Reasoning by A.K. Gupta.
4- Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by Disha Publications.
5- Perfect Verbal Reasoning by Ajay Chauhan.
GENERAL AWARENESS DETAILED SYLLABUS
Topics | Topics Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Current Affairs | Questions on National and International Events being held | How many sites were chosen from India for the 2019 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation? | Based on Past 4 - 5 Months |
Economy & Finance | Questions on Indian Economy and Banking Sector and Financial Model | The monetary policy is India is formulated by? | 10+2 Level |
Geography | Questions on Indian Geography, World Geography, Physical Geography etc | Who coined the word 'Geography'? | Class 10th level |
History | Questions based on History of India & World History | Near which River the famous ‘Battle of Kings’ between Bharat and the host of ten kings was fought? | Class 10th level |
Indian Polity & Constitution | Questions Based on Supreme Court, Election of President and his functions, Important constitution bodies like CAG, Fundamental Duties, Governor and his functions, State legislature, Major Constitutional amendments, National political parties and their symbols etc | Who is rightly called the "Father of Local Self Government" in India ? | Class 10th level |
Science & Technology | Questions based on Biology, Chemistry, Computer, Discoveries & Inventions, Other Information, Physics, Space, Defence in India | What is the speciality of WINDOWS - NT? | Class 10th level |
Static GK | Questions Based on Honours & Awards, Important Dates, National & International Organizations, Sports, Art & Culture, Books & Authors etc | Which country led a boycott of the 1980 Olympic Games held in Moscow? | Based on General Awareness |
RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR GENERAL AWARENESS
1- Class IX & Class X Economics, Geography, History & Civics NCERT.
2- Lucent's General Knowledge.
3- Environment And Ecology – A Complete Guide – by R. Rajagopalan.
4- General Knowledge by Arihant Publications.
QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE DETAILED SYLLABUS
Topics | Topics Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Average | Questions based on Operations regaring average of the given data set | The average weight of 48 students of a class is 36 kg. If the weights of teacher and principle is included. The average becomes 36.76 kg. Find the sum of the weights of teacher and principle? | 10+2 Level |
Boat & Stream | Questions regarding Distance, Speed or time of the boat travelling upstream or downstream | A boat goes 360 km upstream and returns to the same point in 35 hours. If the speed of current is 3km /h, how much distance boat will cover in still water in 6 hours? | 10+2 Level |
Compound & Simple Interest | Calculating Simple & Compound Interest on a given amount for a specific time at given rate | A sum of Rs. 12,000, deposited at compoundd interest becomes double after 5 years. How much will it be after 20 years ? | 10+2 Level |
LCM & HCF | Questions related to operations Least Common Multiple and Highest Common Factor | HCF and LCM of two numbers are 11 and 825 respectively. If one number is 275 find the other number. | 10+2 Level |
Mixture & Alligation | Questions based on mixing up to different materials in a specific proportion. | In what ratio must 5% concentrated acid be mixed with 40% concentrated acid to get 25% concentrated acid? | 10+2 Level |
Partnership | Questions regarding the distribution of profit and capital contribution among different partners | Radhika and Nishita invested amount of Rs. 40,000/- and Rs. 75,000/- respectively. At the end of five year they got a total dividend of Rs. 46,000/-. What is Nishita’s share in the dividend? | 10+2 Level |
Percentages | Calculating percentage and performing operation based on it | A man spends 75% of his income. His income increases by 20% and his expenditure also increases by 10%. The percentage of increase in his savings is | 10+2 Level |
Pipes & Cistern | Questions based on operations regarding pipes and cistern | It takes 6 hours for three pipes, X, Y and Z to fill a tank. When the three worked together for 2 hours, Z was closed and, X and Y filled the remaining tank in 7 hours. How many hours would it take Z alone to fill the tank? | 10+2 Level |
Problem on Ages | Questions regarding ages of a person. | If the total ages of Iqbal and Shikhar is 12 years more than the total age of Shikhar and Charu. Charu is how many years younger than Iqbal? | 10+2 Level |
Profit loss & Discount | Calculating Profit or Loss and discount received or given by selling or purchasing articles at a given price |
A trader had 22 quintals of wheat. He sold a part of it at 23% profit and the rest at 33% profit, so that he made a total profit of 27%. How much wheat did he sell at 33% profit? | 10+2 Level |
Ratio Proportion | Questions related to finding ratio or proportion among the numbers & operations based on it |
If A : B = 2 : 3, B : C = 3 : 4 and C : D = 3 : 5 then value of A : B : C : D is? | 10+2 Level |
Speed, time & distance | Calculation time, speed or distance covered by a moving object | Amit and Aman have to travel from Delhi to Jaipur in their respective cars. Amit is driving at 60 kmph while Aman is driving at 90 kmph. Find the Time taken by Aman to reach Jaipur if Amit takes 9 hrs | 10+2 Level |
Time work & wages | Questions related to work done by persons and time taken by them | X can do a piece of work in 24 days. When he had worked for 4 days, Y joined him. If complete work was finished in 16 days, Y can alone finish that work in how many days? | 10+2 Level |
Geometry | Mathematical operation based on Geometrical concepts | Longest side of a triangle is 20 cm and another side is 10 cm. If area of the triangle is 80 cm2, then what is the length (in cm) of its third side? | 10+2 Level |
Mensuration | Finding area, volume, perimeter surface area etc | An equilateral triangle of side 6cm has its corners cut off to form a regular hexagon. Area (in cm2) of this regular hexagon will be ? | 10+2 Level |
Data Interpretation | Questions based on data given in the form of Pie chart, Graph, Venn diagram etc | Number of Salesmen (in thousand) who joined five different companies during six different years | 10+2 Level |
Trigonometry | Mathematical operation based on Trigonometrical concepts | If cos A = – (1 / 2) and 0 < A <3, find the value of 4tan2A –3cosec2 A | 10+2 Level |
Standard Identities | Mathematical operation based on Standard Identities | What is the value of sin (45° + A) – cos (45° – A) ? | 10+2 Level |
Complementary angles | Mathematical operation based Complementary angles used in trigonometry | The value of (sin 300º tan 330º sec 420º / cot 135º cos 210º cosec 315º) is : | 10+2 Level |
Heights and Distances | Questions based on finding hieght and distance using trigonometrical concepts | Two poles of heights 6 m and 11 m stand vertically upright on a plane ground. If the distance between their feet is 12 m, what is the distance between their tops? | 10+2 Level |
Algebra | Mathematical operation based basic Algebriac Expressions | If xy = 56 and x2+y2=113, then what will be the value of (x + y)? | 10+2 Level |
RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
1- Magical Book on Quicker Maths by M Tyra.
2- Quantitative Aptitude by Dr R.S Agarwal.
3- SC Elementary and Advanced Maths By Kiran.
4- Practice Book on Quicker Maths by Kundan.
ENGLISH COMPREHENSION DETAILED SYLLABUS
Topics | Topics Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Fill in the blanks | Filling the blanks with the neccessary word according to the sentence | He had never been of a _________ constitution, and after a little more than a week’s illness he died | 10+2 Level |
Sentence Correction | Improving the sentence by correcting the mistake | The subsidiary banks of the State bank of India were established by different special statues | 10+2 Level |
Error Spotting | Spotting the error in the sentence | It is a common misconception (A)/ that every policeman badly behaves (B)/ with the citizens. (C)/ No error | 10+2 Level |
Active Passive | Questions based on sentences Active/ passive voice of speech | Change the sentence into Passive voice- | 10+2 Level |
Parajumble | Rearranging the sentences in a logical order such that they make sense. | Read the following group of sentences. The 1st and the last sentences are numbered 1 and 6, the rest are numbered P,Q,R,S. Arrange these four sentences in proper order to form a meaningful paragraph / sentence. | 10+2 Level |
One - word substitution | Using of one word in place of a wordy phrase in order to make the sentence structure clearer | In questions given below, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words / sentence. | 10+2 Level |
Idioms & Phrases | Questions based on Idioms & Phrases used in English Langauge | In the following questions four alternatives are given for idioms / phrases in now. Choose the one that best expresses the meaning of the given idiom / phrase. | 10+2 Level |
Spelling Errors | Correcting spelling Errors in a given sentence | In the following question, four words are given out of which one word is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word. | 10+2 Level |
Antonym | Words having a meaning Opposite to the given word | In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word and click the button corresponding to it. | 10+2 Level |
Synonym | Words having a meaning Similar to the given word | Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word. | 10+2 Level |
Passage | Analysing the passage and answering Questions based on it | Theme of the Passage "Plastic Waste" | 10+2 Level |
Cloze test | Filling Appropriate word in each of the blank in the given paragraph | In spite of all the honours that were heaped upon him, Pasteur remained a simple man (1)______ heart. Perhaps the memories of his boyhood days, when he (2)______ the familiar scenes of his birthplace, and the (3)______ to be a great artist never wholly left him. He did (4)______ a great artist but after his sixteenth year he (5)______ the brush forever. He put his soul and energy (6)______ his work, and it was this very energy that in the end (7)______ him out. For him, each sufferer was more than (8)______ a case that was to be cured. He looked upon the (9)______ against hydrophobia as a battle and he was (10)______ to win at any cost. | 10+2 Level |
RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR ENGLISH COMPREHENSION
1- Objective General English by SP Bakshi (Arihant).
2- Wren & Martin – High School English Grammar and Composition.
3- From Plinth to Paramount- Neetu Singh.
4- How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension – By Arun Sharma.
5- Objective English for Competitive Examinations by H M Prasad.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website- Click here
For Official Notification- Click here
For Total Vacancies - Click here
For SSC Official Exam Calendar - Click here
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
Last date to apply | 07 July 2025 |
Last date for fee payment | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Admit card release date | August |
Date of Paper- I (CBE) | 01 - 06 September 2025 |
EXAM PATTERN
The SSC CPO 2025 selection process consists of four stages. It starts with Paper I, a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in this stage move on to the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This is followed by Paper II, another CBT that tests English Comprehension. Finally, candidates who clear all the earlier stages will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Each stage must be cleared in order to proceed to the next.
Paper I
The SSC CPO exam pattern outlines important aspects like the question format, marking scheme, and section-wise weightage. The detailed exam pattern for both Paper I is provided below.
Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | 120 Minutes |
General Awareness | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | ||
Quantitative Aptitude | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | ||
English Comprehension | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | ||
Total section = 4 | Total Ques = 200 Questions | Total Marks = 200 Marks |
Mode of Exmination
The Examination for Paper- I of SSC SI & CAPF Examination will be held as a Computer Based Examination and will contain only Objective Type.
Medium of Examination
1- The Questions from General Intelligence and reasoning, General Awareness and quantitative Aptitude will be available both in English & Hindi Languages.
2- The Questions from English Comprehension will be available only in English.
Marking Scheme
1- For each correct answer, 1 Marks will be awarded.
2- There will be negative marking of 0.25 Marks for each wrong answer.
3- No marks will be deducted for the Unattempted Questions.
4- Based on the marks scored in Paper- I, candidates will be shortlisted, category - wise, to appear in Paper- II Examination.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
UR | OBC/ EWS | Others |
30 % | 25 % | 20 % |
Normalisation of Marks
The Staff Selection Commission has already decided to normalize the scores of candidates for the examinations which are conducted in multi-shifts to take into account any variation in the difficulty levels of the question papers across different shifts.
The following formula will be used by the Commission to calculate the final score of candidates in the multi-shift examinations:
Physical Standard Test (for all Posts)
S No | Category of candidates | Height (in cm) | Chest (in cm) | |
Unexpanded | Unexpanded | |||
(i) | Male candidates except those listed at S No (ii) and (iii) | 170 | 80 | 85 |
(ii) | Candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North- Eastern States and Sikkim | 165 | 80 | 85 |
(iii) | All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 | 77 | 82 |
(iv) | Female candidates except those listed at S No (v) and (vi) | 157 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
(v) | Female candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North- Eastern States and Sikkim | 155 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
(v) | All female candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 154 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Physical Endurance Test (PET) (For all posts)
For males
1- 100 metre race in 16 seconds.
2- 1.6 Kms race in 6.5 minutes.
3- Long Jump: 3.65 metre in 3 chances.
4- High Jump : 1.2 metre in 3 chances.
5- Shot put (16 Lbs): 4.5 metre in 3 chance.
For female candidates
1- 100 metre race in 18 seconds.
2- 800 metre race in 4 minutes.
3- Long Jump: 2.7 metre in 3 chances.
4- High Jump: 0.9 metre in 3 chances.
Notes
1- There shall be no requirement of chest measurement for female candidates.
2- PST / PET will not carry any marks but will be of qualifying / elimination nature.
3- Only those candidates who qualified in PET / PST will be allowed to appear in Paper- II
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website- Click here
For Official Notification- Click here
For Total Vacancies - Click here
For SSC Official Exam Calendar - Click here
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
Last date to apply | 07 July 2025 |
Last date for fee payment | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Admit card release date | August |
Date of Paper- I (CBE) | 01 - 06 September 2025 |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for the SSC CPO Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet certain minimum requirements. There are three key eligibility criteria that applicants must satisfy in order to apply for the exam. Detailed information about these criteria is provided in the section below.
Nationality
A candidate must be either:
A Citizen of India, or
A subject of Nepal, or
A subject of Bhutan, or
Provided that a candidate belonging to categories 2 and 3 above shall be a person in whose favor a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.
A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary will be admitted to the examination, but the offer of appointment will be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to him by the Government of India.
Age limit
The Age limit of the candidates should be from 20 to 25 years.
Relaxation in upper age limit
Code. No. | Category | Relaxation |
01 | SC / ST | 5 years |
02 | OBC | 3 years |
06 | Ex- Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date |
For the posts of SI and ASI in CAPFs only | ||
07 | Candidates who had ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 1st January 1980 to 31st December 1989 | 5 years |
For ASI in CISF only | ||
10 | Central Govt. Civilian Employees who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as of closing date | Up to 40 years of age |
11 | Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC / ST) who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date | Up to 45 years of age |
For Group ‘C’ Posts only | ||
12 | Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not re- married | Up to 35 years of age |
13 | Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not re-married (SC / ST) | Up to 40 years of age |
For Departmental candidates of Delhi Police against vacancies in Delhi Police only | ||
17 | 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 |
18 | 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 |
19 | 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 |
Education Qualification
Educational Qualification for all posts is a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
For the post of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (Males only)
Male candidates must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motor cycle and Car) as on the date fixed for Physical Endurance and Standard Tests. Otherwise, they will not be allowed to undergo Physical Endurance and Standard Tests.
Medical Standards
All the candidates who qualify in Paper- II will be medically examined by the Medical Officer of the CAPFs or any other Medical Officer or Assistant Surgeon belonging to Grade- I of any Central / State Govt. Hospital or Dispensary. Candidates, who are found to be unfit, will be informed of the position, and they can make an appeal before the Review Medical Board within the prescribed time limit of 15 days. The decision of Re- Medical Board / Review Medical Board will be final and no appea l/ representation against the decision of the Re- Medical Board / Review Medical Board will be entertained.
1- Eye - Sight: The minimum near vision should be N6 (better eye) and N9 (worse eye). The minimum distant vision should be 6 / 6 (better eye) and 6 / 9 (worse eye) of both eyes without any correction like wearing glasses or surgery of any kind to improve visual acuity. In a right - handed person, the right eye is the better eye and vice versa.
2- The candidate must not have knock knee, flat foot, varicose vein or squint in eyes, and they should possess high colour vision.
3- They must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect likely to interfere with the efficient performance of the duties.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website- Click here
For Official Notification- Click here
For Total Vacancies - Click here
For SSC Official Exam Calendar - Click here
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
Last date to apply | 07 July 2025 |
Last date for fee payment | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Admit card release date | August |
Date of Paper- I (CBE) | 01 - 06 September 2025 |
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website- Click here
For Official Notification- Click here
For Total Vacancies - Click here
For SSC Official Exam Calendar - Click here
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (T |
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
Last date to apply | 07 July 2025 |
Last date for fee payment | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Admit card release date | August |
Date of Paper- I (CBE) | 01 - 06 September 2025 |
EXAM ANALYSIS
SSC SI & CAPF 2023 (5 OCTOBER 2023 SHIFT- 1)
OVERALL ANALYSIS
Section | Good Attempts (Shift- 1) | Difficulty Level (Shift- 1) |
General Intelligence & Reasoning | 33 - 35 | Easy - Moderate |
General Knowledge & General Awareness | 27 - 29 | Moderate |
Quantitative Aptitude | 29 - 31 | Moderate |
English Comprehension | 32 - 34 | Easy - Moderate |
Total | 121 - 129 | Moderate |
SECTION WISE ANALYSIS
GENERAL INTELIGENCE AND REASONING
Topics | No. of Questions (Shift- 1) |
Puzzle | 2 - 3 |
Seating Arrangement | 4 |
Mirror Image | 1 - 2 |
Syllogism | 2 - 3 |
Mixed Series | 5 - 6 |
Analogy | 1 - 2 |
Blood Relation | 1 - 2 |
Venn Diagram | 1 - 2 |
Coding - Decoding | 4 |
Direction & Distance | 2 |
Counting Figure | 1 |
Cubes & Dices | - |
Calendar | 1 - 2 |
GENERAL AWARENESS
Topics | No. of Questions (Shift- 1) |
Current Affairs | 4 - 5 |
Static GK | 7 - 8 |
History | 2 - 3 |
Geography | 2 - 3 |
Polity | 3 - 4 |
Economics | 1 - 2 |
Science | 7 - 8 |
Miscellaneous | 15 - 18 |
QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
Topics | No. of Questions (Shift- 1) |
Ratio & Proportion | 2 - 3 |
Number System | 2 |
Simplification / Classification | 2 |
Mensuration | 2 |
Percentage | 2 - 3 |
Profit & Loss | 1 - 2 |
Discount | 1 |
Average | 1 - 2 |
Algebra | 3 |
Time and Work | 2 - 3 |
Speed, Time & Distance | 3 |
SI & CI | 2 - 3 |
Trigonometry | 2 - 3 |
Data Interpretation | 4 |
Geometry | 2 |
ENGLISH COMPREHENSION
Topics | No. of Questions (Shift- 1) |
Reading Comprehension | 5 |
Cloze Test | 5 |
Synonyms / Antonyms | 4 - 5 |
Error Spotting | 3 |
Spelling Error | 2 |
One Word Substitution | 2 - 3 |
Sentence Improvement | 1 - 2 |
Active & Passive Voice | 2 - 3 |
Idioms & Phrases | 5 |
Miscellaneous | 6 - 7 |
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website- Click here
For Official Notification- Click here
For Total Vacancies - Click here
For SSC Official Exam Calendar - Click here
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER II EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER II EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
Last date to apply | 07 July 2025 |
Last date for fee payment | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Admit card release date | August |
Date of Paper- I (CBE) | 01 - 06 September 2025 |
STUDY TIPS
To excel in SSC CPO Paper I, begin by creating a realistic and well-structured study plan. Focus on building a strong foundation in all subjects and practice with previous years' question papers to familiarize yourself with the exam pattern. Take full-length mock tests regularly to evaluate your speed and accuracy, and carefully analyze your performance to identify and improve weak areas. Make consistent revision of your notes and key concepts a part of your routine. For the English section, allocate time to enhance your vocabulary and grammar skills. Additionally, stay informed about current affairs by reading newspapers daily to strengthen your general awareness.
General Intelligence and Reasoning
1- Firstly, focus on Frequently Asked Questions from this section.
2- This section can be strengthened by solving various types of Puzzles & Games.
3- Always depend on multiple sources for practising questions.
4- Never leave any topic.
5- Read the instructions carefully and analyse the information provided in the questions
6- Never judge any question based on what it looks like.
Quantitative Aptitude
1- Firstly, focus on Frequently Asked Questions from this section.
2- Start from the basics of each topic first.
3- Basic mathematical operations like Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Squares & Square Roots, Cubes & Cube Roots, tables etc. should be on fingertips. Practice the harder sections again and again.
4- Practice shortcuts & tricks.
5- Always start by solving examples.
6- Never try to memorise the solution, instead go through the logic.
7- Try to apply certain topics to real life world to get better understanding.
General Awareness and Current Affairs
1- Make a habit of reading Newspapers, Journals, Magazines etc. on a daily basis.
2- Be aware of what is happening in the world.
3- Make a note every time you hear something very important.
4- Mock tests will be of great help for this section especially.
5- Don’t attempt questions in which you have no idea about what is being asked.
6- Rely on NCERT books for History & Civics, Geography & Economics.
English Comprehension
1- Improve your Vocabulary by online Thesaurus.
2- Improve your Grammar Skills by being perfect with the basics of English Grammar.
3- Read newspapers and magazines to improve your reading habits. Learn at least 10 new English words and meanings daily.
4- Students are required to avoid the mistake of reading incomplete questions and arriving at an incorrect answer eventually. Read the questions carefully and check what is being asked.
5- Practice Antonym & Synonym daily.
6- First try to understand the Theme of the passage before jumping to the questions.
7- While answering the direct questions based on vocabulary, where you are confused about the right answer, you can opt for the elimination method.
8- Previous Year paper is a great source of practice.
STUDY PLAN
A well-structured study plan for SSC CPO Paper I should begin with a clear understanding of the syllabus. Start by building a solid foundation in Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness (with a focus on current affairs), and English. Once the basics are strong, move on to rigorous practice using previous year question papers and mock tests to enhance both speed and accuracy.
6 Month Study Plan
Month 1–2: Foundation Building
Goal ? Cover basics of all subjects + build daily practice habit.
Reasoning (50 Qs)
Topics: Analogy, Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Venn Diagram, Directions, Classification.
Practice 20–25 questions daily.
Focus on concepts first, then speed.
General Awareness (50 Qs)
NCERT (6–10) Science ? Physics (Motion, Heat, Electricity), Chemistry (Matter, Reactions), Biology (Human Body).
Polity: Laxmikant basics (Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Parliament).
History: Ancient, Medieval quick NCERT read; Modern (Spectrum).
Current Affairs (last 3 months).
Quant (50 Qs)
Arithmetic: Number System, Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Time & Work, SI-CI, Profit-Loss.
Geometry basics.
Daily 15–20 sums.
English (50 Qs)
Grammar basics: Tenses, Subject-Verb Agreement, Articles, Prepositions.
Vocabulary: 10 new words daily (synonyms, antonyms, idioms).
Start with Cloze Test & Error Spotting practice.
Weekly Task: 1 sectional test (Reasoning/Quant/English/GK).
Revise short notes.
Month 3–4: Strengthening + Practice
Goal ? Finish syllabus + increase practice speed.
Reasoning ? Puzzles, Syllogism, Non-verbal Reasoning, Series (hard).
GK ? Focus on Geography (maps, rivers, resources), Polity (Governance, Amendments), Science (Space, Defence, Biology).
Quant ? Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, DI (tables, bar graph, pie chart).
English ? Reading Comprehension, Para Jumbles, One-word substitution.
Weekly Task: 2 sectional tests + 1 full-length mock.
Start revising PYQs of last 5 years.
Month 5: Exam Simulation
Goal ? Speed, accuracy, revision.
Daily Routine:
50 MCQs Reasoning
50 MCQs GK
30–40 sums Quant
2 RCs + 20 grammar Qs English
Revise all notes (formulas, polity articles, history dates, vocab list).
Attempt 3 full mocks per week.
Month 6: Final Revision + Mock Drill
Goal ? Boost accuracy, polish weak areas, exam fitness.
Full-length mock every alternate day (analyze mistakes).
Revise Current Affairs last 6–8 months.
Quick review of NCERT Science, Laxmikant, Spectrum Modern History.
Keep focus on short notes + high-yield topics.
Simulate exam: Solve mocks in 2 hrs strict time limit.
3 Month Study plan
Month 1 – Core Coverage (Foundation + Basics)
Goal ? Cover basics of all 4 subjects + start practice.
Reasoning (50 Marks)
Topics: Analogy, Series, Coding-Decoding, Classification, Directions, Blood Relations, Venn Diagrams.
Daily: 20–25 Qs practice.
GK/GS (50 Marks)
Polity: Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Parliament, President/PM.
History: Spectrum (Modern), NCERT Ancient & Medieval (summary).
Science: NCERT 6–10 basics (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
Current Affairs (last 6 months).
Quant (50 Marks)
Number System, Percentages, Ratio, Averages, Profit-Loss, SI-CI, Time & Work, Time & Distance.
Daily: 15–20 sums.
English (50 Marks)
Grammar basics: Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Subject-Verb Agreement.
Vocabulary: 10 new words/day (synonyms, antonyms, idioms).
Cloze Test + Error Spotting.
Month 2 – Advanced Topics + Speed Practice
Goal ? Finish syllabus + focus on weak areas.
Reasoning: Puzzles, Syllogism, Non-verbal (Mirror, Paper Folding, Embedded Figures).
GK/GS: Geography (maps, rivers, resources, environment), Economy basics, Current Affairs update.
Quant: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Data Interpretation.
English: Reading Comprehension, Para Jumbles, One-word substitution, Direct/Indirect speech, Active/Passive.
Month 3 – Mock Drill + Revision
Goal ? Maximize accuracy, speed & exam confidence.
Revise short notes (Formulas, Polity Articles, History timelines, Science concepts, Vocabulary lists).
Practice mixed MCQs (50 Reasoning + 50 GK + 30 Quant + 20 English daily).
Solve 3–4 full-length mocks per week under exam conditions (2 hrs strict).
Revise Current Affairs (last 8 months).
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website- Click here
For Official Notification- Click here
For Total Vacancies - Click here
For SSC Official Exam Calendar - Click here
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
NOTIFICATION DETAILS
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
NOTIFICATION DETAILS
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
Last date to apply | 07 July 2025 |
Last date for fee payment | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Admit card release date | August |
Date of Paper- I (CBE) | 01 - 06 September 2025 |
EXAM PATTERN
The SSC CPO 2025 selection process consists of four stages. It starts with Paper I, a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in this stage move on to the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This is followed by Paper II, another CBT that tests English Comprehension. Finally, candidates who clear all the earlier stages will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Each stage must be cleared in order to proceed to the next.
Paper I
The SSC CPO exam pattern outlines important aspects like the question format, marking scheme, and section-wise weightage. The detailed exam pattern for both Paper I is provided below.
Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | 120 Minutes |
General Awareness | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | ||
Quantitative Aptitude | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | ||
English Comprehension | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | ||
Total section = 4 | Total Ques = 200 Ques | Total Marks = 200 Marks |
Mode of Exmination
The Examination for Paper- I of SSC SI & CAPF Examination will be held as a Computer Based Examination and will contain only Objective Type.
Medium of Examination
1- The Questions from General Intelligence and reasoning, General Awareness and quantitative Aptitude will be available both in English & Hindi Languages.
2- The Questions from English Comprehension will be available only in English.
Marking Scheme
1- For each correct answer, 1 Marks will be awarded.
2- There will be negative marking of 0.25 Marks for each wrong answer.
3- No marks will be deducted for the Unattempted Questions.
4- Based on the marks scored in Paper- I, candidates will be shortlisted, category - wise, to appear in Paper- II Examination.
Minimum Qualifying Mark
UR | OBC / EWS | Others |
30 % | 25 % | 20 % |
Normalisation of Marks
The Staff Selection Commission has already decided to normalize the scores of candidates for the examinations which are conducted in multi - shifts to take into account any variation in the difficulty levels of the question papers across different shifts.
The following formula will be used by the Commission to calculate the final score of candidates in the multi - shift examinations:
Physical Standard Test (for all Posts)
Sl. No. | Category of candidates | Height (in cm) | Chest (in cm) | |
Unexpanded | Unexpanded | |||
(i) | Male candidates except those listed at S No (ii) and (iii) | 170 | 80 | 85 |
(ii) | Candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North - Eastern States and Sikkim | 165 | 80 | 85 |
(iii) | All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 | 77 | 82 |
(iv) | Female candidates except those listed at S No (v) and (vi) | 157 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
(v) | Female candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North - Eastern States and Sikkim | 155 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
(v) | All female candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 154 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Physical Endurance Test (PET) For All Post
For males
1- 100 metre race in 16 seconds.
2- 1.6 Kms race in 6.5 minutes.
3- Long Jump: 3.65 metre in 3 chances.
4- High Jump : 1.2 metre in 3 chances.
5- Shot put (16 Lbs): 4.5 metre in 3 chance.
For female candidates
1- 100 metre race in 18 seconds.
2- 800 metre race in 4 minutes.
3- Long Jump: 2.7 metre in 3 chances.
4- High Jump: 0.9 metre in 3 chances.
Notes
1- There shall be no requirement of chest measurement for female candidates.
2- PST / PET will not carry any marks but will be of qualifying / elimination nature.
3- Only those candidates who qualified in PET / PST will be allowed to appear in Paper- II
SYLLABUS
The SSC CPO 2025 selection process consists of four stages. It starts with Paper I, a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in this stage move on to the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This is followed by Paper II, another CBT that tests English Comprehension. Finally, candidates who clear all the earlier stages will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Each stage must be cleared in order to proceed to the next.
The SSC CPO syllabus varies for Paper I and Paper II. Paper I covers four key subjects: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. In contrast, Paper II focuses exclusively on English Language & Comprehension.
Detailes Syllabus For Paper I
Reasoning and General Intelligence
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy
Alphabet Test
Arithmetic Reasoning
Blood Relation
Classification
Coding decoding
Distance direction test
Syllogism
Matrix
Logical Venn diagram
Missing Number
Non - Verbal Reasoning
Paper - cutting & folding
Embedded figures
Figure formation & Analysis
Figure Series
Cube & Dice
Mirror Image
Pattern Completion
Counting of figures
General Awareness
Current Affairs
Economy & Finance
Geography
History
Indian Polity & Constitution
Science & Technology
Static GK
Quantitative Aptitude
Average
Boat & Stream
Compound & Simple Interest
LCM & HCF
Mixture & Alligation
Partnership
Percentages
Pipes & Cistern
Problem on Ages
Profit loss & Discount
Ratio Proportion
Speed, time & distance
Time work & wages
Geometry
Mensuration
Data Interpretation
Trigonometry
Standard Identities
Complementary angles
Heights and Distances
Algebra
Miscellaneous
English Comprehension
Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure
Synonyms, Antonyms, Spotting Errors
Sentence Completion, Fill in the Blanks
Idioms & Phrases, One-word Substitution
Active & Passive Voice, Direct & Indirect Speech
Reading Comprehension (passages, inference-based Qs)
Cloze Test, Para Jumbles
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for the SSC CPO Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet certain minimum requirements. There are three key eligibility criteria that applicants must satisfy in order to apply for the exam. Detailed information about these criteria is provided in the section below.
Nationality
A candidate must be either:
A Citizen of India, or
A subject of Nepal, or
A subject of Bhutan, or
Provided that a candidate belonging to categories 2 and 3 above shall be a person in whose favor a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.
A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary will be admitted to the examination, but the offer of appointment will be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to him by the Government of India.
Age limit
The Age limit of the candidates should be from 20 to 25 years.
Relaxation in upper age limit
Code. No. | Category | Relaxation |
01 | SC / ST | 5 years |
02 | OBC | 3 years |
06 | Ex- Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date |
For the posts of SI and ASI in CAPFs only | ||
07 | Candidates who had ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 1st January 1980 to 31st December 1989 | 5 years |
For ASI in CISF only | ||
10 | Central Govt. Civilian Employees who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as of closing date | Up to 40 years of age |
11 | Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC / ST) who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date | Up to 45 years of age |
For Group ‘C’ Posts only | ||
12 | Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not re- married | Up to 35 years of age |
13 | Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not re- married (SC / ST) | Up to 40 years of age |
For Departmental candidates of Delhi Police against vacancies in Delhi Police only | ||
17 | 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 |
18 | 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 |
19 | 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 |
Education Qualification
Educational Qualification for all posts is a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
For the post of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (Males only)
Male candidates must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motor cycle and Car) as on the date fixed for Physical Endurance and Standard Tests. Otherwise, they will not be allowed to undergo Physical Endurance and Standard Tests.
SELECTION PROCESS
The SSC CPO 2025 selection process consists of four stages. It starts with Paper I, a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in this stage move on to the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This is followed by Paper II, another CBT that tests English Comprehension. Finally, candidates who clear all the earlier stages will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Each stage must be cleared in order to proceed to the next.
1. Minimum qualifying marks in Paper-I and Paper-II (without adding bonus marks applicable to NCC certificate holders) are as follows:
UR: 30% 16.2.2
OBC/EWS: 25%
All other categories: 20%
2. On the basis of their performance in Paper-I (including bonus marks in case of NCC certificate), candidates will be shortlisted for appearing in PST/PET Examination. The Commission shall have the discretion to fix different cutoff marks in each part of Paper-I taking into consideration among others, category-wise vacancies and category-wise number of candidates.
3. PST/PET are mandatory but qualifying in nature. Ex-Servicemen are not required to undergo PET.
4. Only those candidates who qualify in PST/PET will be allowed to appear in Paper-II Examination.
5. On the basis of their performance in Paper-I and Paper-II (including bonus marks in case of NCC certificate), candidates will be shortlisted for appearing in Medical Examination.
6. Final selection and allocation of Post/Force will be made on the basis of the performance of candidates in Paper-I and Paper-II (including bonus marks in case of NCC certificate) and the preference of Posts/Forces exercised by them.
7. Once the candidate has been allotted his/her first available preference, as per his/her merit, he/she will not be considered for any other option. Candidates are, therefore, advised to exercise preference of Posts/Force very carefully
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website- Click here
For Official Notification- Click here
For Total Vacancies - Click here
For SSC Official Exam Calendar - Click here
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website | https://ssc.nic.in/ |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
SSC SI, ASI & CAPF PAPER I EXAMINATION 2025: LATEST UPDATE
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF Recruitment 2024–2025, aiming to fill a total of 5308 vacancies. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
OVERVIEW
THE SSC CPO exam or Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization exam is a national Level Test conducted by the SSC to select eligible candidates for the post of Sub - Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assistant Sub - Inspector (ASI).
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Conducting Body | Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Purpose of Exam | To recruit Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs |
Exam Frequency | Once a year |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | NA |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | Help Line No. 011-24363343, 011-24367526 |
Official Website | https://ssc.nic.in/ |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will recruit a large number of candidates for the Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in CAPFs and Delhi Police through the SSC CPO 2025 examination. The selection process consists of four stages, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress further. The final stage is the Detailed Medical Examination (DME), which is conducted only after successfully clearing all prior stages. Refer to the table below for a detailed overview of the selection process.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Question Type | Paper I - Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 200 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 200 Marks |
Total Duration | 120 Minute |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Paper I- Computer Based Test + Physical Standard & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Paper II- Computer Based Test + Medical Examination |
IMPORTANT DATES
The SSC CPO Exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) every year to recruit candidates for the post of Sub Inspector in the Delhi Police and Sub Inspector in the Central Armed Police Forces. The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in four stages - Paper I, Physical Standard Test (PST) or Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates who qualify in each stage will be shortlisted for the positions of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (General Duty) in other CAPFs. The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the last date to apply expected in July 2025. Following the completion of the application process, the Commission is tentatively set to conduct the Paper-I (Computer-Based Examination) for SSC SI, ASI & CAPF in 1 to 6 September 2025.
Events | Dates |
Notification Date | June 2025 |
Application Start Date | 16 June 2025 (Tentative) |
Last date to apply | 07 July 2025 |
Last date for fee payment | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Admit card release date | August |
Date of Paper- I (CBE) | 01 - 06 September 2025 |
VACANCY DETAILS
The vacancies are released separately for males and female Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police as well as in the CAPFs, Candidates can refer to the table below to check the SSC CPO vacancy details last year.
Sub- Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police (Male)
Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
Open | 45 | 24 | 13 | 07 | 12 | 101 |
Ex- Servicemen | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | - | 07 |
Ex- Servicemen (Special Category) | 03 | 01 | 01 | 00 | - | 05 |
Departmental Candidates | 05 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 12 |
Total | 56 | 30 | 17 | 09 | 13 | 125 |
Sub- Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police (Female)
Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
Open | 28 | 15 | 08 | 04 | 06 | 61 |
Sub- Inspector (GD) in CAPFs
CAPFs | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | Grand Total | ESM @10% |
BSF | Male | 391 | 97 | 261 | 145 | 73 | 967 | 1019 | 102 |
Female | 21 | 05 | 14 | 08 | 04 | 52 | |||
CISF | Male | 466 | 188 | 509 | 283 | 141 | 1887 | 2097 | 210 |
Female | 85 | 21 | 57 | 31 | 16 | 210 | |||
CRPF | Male | 559 | 138 | 372 | 207 | 103 | 1379 | 1438 | 144 |
Female | 24 | 06 | 16 | 09 | 04 | 59 | |||
ITBP | Male | 126 | 35 | 113 | 50 | 20 | 344 | 405 | 41 |
Female | 22 | 06 | 20 | 09 | 04 | 61 | |||
SSB | Male | 60 | 15 | 50 | 70 | 09 | 151 | 163 | 16 |
Female | 05 | 01 | 06 | 00 | 00 | 12 | |||
Total | Male | 1902 | 473 | 1305 | 702 | 346 | 4728 | 5122 | 513 |
Female | 157 | 39 | 113 | 57 | 28 | 394 |
SALARY STRUCTURE
The salary and pay scale for SSC CPO Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police and CAPFs are determined as per the 7th Pay Commission. Candidates selected for these posts will receive a salary in line with the prevailing government norms and regulations.
Posts | Pay Scale |
Sub- Inspector (GD) in CAPF | Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400/- |
Sub- Inspector (Executive) (Male / Female) in Delhi Police | Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400/- |
Assistant Sub- Inspector (Executive) in CISF | Rs.29,200 - 92, 300/- |
EXAM PATTERN
The SSC CPO 2025 selection process consists of four stages. It starts with Paper I, a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in this stage move on to the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This is followed by Paper II, another CBT that tests English Comprehension. Finally, candidates who clear all the earlier stages will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Each stage must be cleared in order to proceed to the next.
Paper I
The SSC CPO exam pattern outlines important aspects like the question format, marking scheme, and section-wise weightage. The detailed exam pattern for both Paper I is provided below.
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Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | 120 Minutes |
General Awareness | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | ||
Quantitative Aptitude | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | ||
English Comprehension | 50 Q | 50 x 1 = 50 Marks | ||
Total section = 4 | Total Ques = 200 Ques | Total Marks = 200 Marks |
Mode of Exmination
The Examination for Paper- I of SSC SI & CAPF Examination will be held as a Computer Based Examination and will contain only Objective Type.
Medium of Examination
1- The Questions from General Intelligence and reasoning, General Awareness and quantitative Aptitude will be available both in English & Hindi Languages.
2- The Questions from English Comprehension will be available only in English.
Marking Scheme
1- For each correct answer, 1 Marks will be awarded.
2- There will be negative marking of 0.25 Marks for each wrong answer.
3- No marks will be deducted for the Unattempted Questions.
4- Based on the marks scored in Paper- I, candidates will be shortlisted, category - wise, to appear in Paper- II Examination.
Minimum Qualifying Mark
UR | OBC / EWS | Others |
30 % | 25 % | 20 % |
Normalisation of Marks
The Staff Selection Commission has already decided to normalize the scores of candidates for the examinations which are conducted in multi - shifts to take into account any variation in the difficulty levels of the question papers across different shifts.
The following formula will be used by the Commission to calculate the final score of candidates in the multi - shift examinations:
Physical Standard Test (for all Posts)
Sl. No. | Category of candidates | Height (in cm) | Chest (in cm) | |
Unexpanded | Unexpanded | |||
(i) | Male candidates except those listed at S No (ii) and (iii) | 170 | 80 | 85 |
(ii) | Candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North - Eastern States and Sikkim | 165 | 80 | 85 |
(iii) | All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 | 77 | 82 |
(iv) | Female candidates except those listed at S No (v) and (vi) | 157 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
(v) | Female candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North - Eastern States and Sikkim | 155 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
(v) | All female candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 154 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Physical Endurance Test (PET) For All Post
For males
1- 100 metre race in 16 seconds.
2- 1.6 Kms race in 6.5 minutes.
3- Long Jump: 3.65 metre in 3 chances.
4- High Jump : 1.2 metre in 3 chances.
5- Shot put (16 Lbs): 4.5 metre in 3 chance.
For female candidates
1- 100 metre race in 18 seconds.
2- 800 metre race in 4 minutes.
3- Long Jump: 2.7 metre in 3 chances.
4- High Jump: 0.9 metre in 3 chances.
Notes
1- There shall be no requirement of chest measurement for female candidates.
2- PST / PET will not carry any marks but will be of qualifying / elimination nature.
3- Only those candidates who qualified in PET / PST will be allowed to appear in Paper- II
SYLLABUS
The SSC CPO 2025 selection process consists of four stages. It starts with Paper I, a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in this stage move on to the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This is followed by Paper II, another CBT that tests English Comprehension. Finally, candidates who clear all the earlier stages will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Each stage must be cleared in order to proceed to the next.
The SSC CPO syllabus varies for Paper I and Paper II. Paper I covers four key subjects: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. In contrast, Paper II focuses exclusively on English Language & Comprehension.
Detailes Syllabus For Paper I
Reasoning and General Intelligence
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy
Alphabet Test
Arithmetic Reasoning
Blood Relation
Classification
Coding decoding
Distance direction test
Syllogism
Matrix
Logical Venn diagram
Missing Number
Non - Verbal Reasoning
Paper - cutting & folding
Embedded figures
Figure formation & Analysis
Figure Series
Cube & Dice
Mirror Image
Pattern Completion
Counting of figures
General Awareness
Current Affairs
Economy & Finance
Geography
History
Indian Polity & Constitution
Science & Technology
Static GK
Quantitative Aptitude
Average
Boat & Stream
Compound & Simple Interest
LCM & HCF
Mixture & Alligation
Partnership
Percentages
Pipes & Cistern
Problem on Ages
Profit loss & Discount
Ratio Proportion
Speed, time & distance
Time work & wages
Geometry
Mensuration
Data Interpretation
Trigonometry
Standard Identities
Complementary angles
Heights and Distances
Algebra
Miscellaneous
English Comprehension
Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure
Synonyms, Antonyms, Spotting Errors
Sentence Completion, Fill in the Blanks
Idioms & Phrases, One-word Substitution
Active & Passive Voice, Direct & Indirect Speech
Reading Comprehension (passages, inference-based Qs)
Cloze Test, Para Jumbles
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for the SSC CPO Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet certain minimum requirements. There are three key eligibility criteria that applicants must satisfy in order to apply for the exam. Detailed information about these criteria is provided in the section below.
Nationality
A candidate must be either:
A Citizen of India, or
A subject of Nepal, or
A subject of Bhutan, or
Provided that a candidate belonging to categories 2 and 3 above shall be a person in whose favor a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.
A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary will be admitted to the examination, but the offer of appointment will be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to him by the Government of India.
Age limit
The Age limit of the candidates should be from 20 to 25 years.
Relaxation in upper age limit
Code. No. | Category | Relaxation |
01 | SC / ST | 5 years |
02 | OBC | 3 years |
06 | Ex- Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date |
For the posts of SI and ASI in CAPFs only | ||
07 | Candidates who had ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 1st January 1980 to 31st December 1989 | 5 years |
For ASI in CISF only | ||
10 | Central Govt. Civilian Employees who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as of closing date | Up to 40 years of age |
11 | Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC / ST) who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date | Up to 45 years of age |
For Group ‘C’ Posts only | ||
12 | Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not re- married | Up to 35 years of age |
13 | Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not re- married (SC / ST) | Up to 40 years of age |
For Departmental candidates of Delhi Police against vacancies in Delhi Police only | ||
17 | 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 |
18 | 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 |
19 | 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 |
Education Qualification
Educational Qualification for all posts is a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
For the post of Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (Males only)
Male candidates must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motor cycle and Car) as on the date fixed for Physical Endurance and Standard Tests. Otherwise, they will not be allowed to undergo Physical Endurance and Standard Tests.
SELECTION PROCESS
The SSC CPO 2025 selection process consists of four stages. It starts with Paper I, a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who qualify in this stage move on to the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET). This is followed by Paper II, another CBT that tests English Comprehension. Finally, candidates who clear all the earlier stages will undergo a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Each stage must be cleared in order to proceed to the next.
1. Minimum qualifying marks in Paper-I and Paper-II (without adding bonus marks applicable to NCC certificate holders) are as follows:
UR: 30% 16.2.2
OBC/EWS: 25%
All other categories: 20%
2. On the basis of their performance in Paper-I (including bonus marks in case of NCC certificate), candidates will be shortlisted for appearing in PST/PET Examination. The Commission shall have the discretion to fix different cutoff marks in each part of Paper-I taking into consideration among others, category-wise vacancies and category-wise number of candidates.
3. PST/PET are mandatory but qualifying in nature. Ex-Servicemen are not required to undergo PET.
4. Only those candidates who qualify in PST/PET will be allowed to appear in Paper-II Examination.
5. On the basis of their performance in Paper-I and Paper-II (including bonus marks in case of NCC certificate), candidates will be shortlisted for appearing in Medical Examination.
6. Final selection and allocation of Post/Force will be made on the basis of the performance of candidates in Paper-I and Paper-II (including bonus marks in case of NCC certificate) and the preference of Posts/Forces exercised by them.
7. Once the candidate has been allotted his/her first available preference, as per his/her merit, he/she will not be considered for any other option. Candidates are, therefore, advised to exercise preference of Posts/Force very carefully.
HOW TO APPLY
The SSC CPO 2025 online application process will commence on the official website following the release of the official notification. Candidates can submit their applications up to the specified closing date. To ensure eligibility, it is essential to complete the application process before the deadline. Applications must be submitted online only through the official SSC portal, and both the form submission and fee payment must be completed within the given timeframe.
Step 1: Visit the official SSC website by clicking on the registration link provided on this page.
Step 2: Click on the "Apply" link available on the official website. This will open the registration window in a new tab.
Step 3: Select "New Registration" under the SSC CPO 2025 application section and click on the Register button.
Step 4: Begin the registration process by entering your basic details, including your name, parents’ names, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number.
Step 5: Click Submit to complete the registration. Make sure to review all entered details carefully before submitting. Once submitted, a Registration ID will be generated for future login.
Step 6: Log in using your Registration ID, date of birth, and password to proceed. Next, upload your photograph and signature according to SSC’s specifications:
Photograph
Background: White or light-colored
Size: Between 4 KB and 12 KB
Format: 100x120 pixels
Signature
Ink: Black or blue on white paper
Size: Between 1 KB and 12 KB
Format: JPG, 40x60 pixels
Step 7: After uploading the documents, log in again using your credentials to complete Part II of the application form.
Step 8: Carefully review the entire application form before proceeding to final submission.
Step 9: Click the Final Submit button once you're sure all the details are correct.
Step 10: Make the application fee payment using available online methods like Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, BHIM UPI, etc., to complete the process successfully.
Application Fee
Category | Application Fee |
General / OBC | Rs. 100/- |
Females / SC / ST / Ex- Servicemen | No Fees |
EXAM CENTERS
A candidate must indicate the Centre(s) in the online Application Form in which he/ she desires to take the examination. Details about the Examination Centers and Regional Offices under whose jurisdiction these Examination Centres are located are as follows:
S No. | Examination Centres & Centre Code | SSC Region and States/UTs under the jurisdiction of the Region | Address of the Regional Offices/website |
1 | Agra (3001), Prayagraj (3003), Bareilly (3005), Gorakhpur (3007), Jhansi (3008) Kanpur (3009), Lucknow (3010), Meerut (3011), Varanasi (3013), Sitapur(3019) Bhagalpur (3201), Gaya (3203), Muzzaffarpur (3205), Patna (3206), Purnea (3209), | Region(CR)/ Bihar and UttarPradesh | Regional Director (CR), Staff Selection Commission, 34-A, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Civil lines, Kendriya Sadan, Prayagraj – 211001. (http://www.ssc-cr.org) |
2 | Port Blair(4802), Ranchi (4205), Bhubaneshwar (4604), Kolkata (4410). | Eastern Region (ER)/ Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Jharkhand, Odisha, Sikkim and West Bengal | Regional Director (ER), Staff Selection Commission, 1st MSO Building, (8th Floor), 234/4, Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road, Kolkata, West Bengal- 700020 (www.sscer.org) |
3 | Bengaluru (9001), Belagavi (9002), Hubballi (9011), Kalaburagi (Gulbarga)(9005), Mangaluru (9008), Mysuru (9009), Shivamogga (9010), Udupi (9012), Thiruvananthapuram (9211), Kollam (9210), Kottayam (9205), Kozhikode (9206) Thrissur (9212), Kavaratti(9401) | Karnataka, Kerala Region (KKR)/ Lakshadweep, Karnataka and Kerala | Regional Director (KKR), Staff Selection Commission, 1st Floor, “E” Wing, Kendriya Sadan, Koramangala,Bengaluru, Karnataka-560034 (www.ssckkr.kar.nic.in) |
4 | Delhi NCR (2201), Ajmer (2401), Bikaner(2404), Jaipur (2405), Jodhpur (2406), Udaipur(2409), Sikar (2411), Dehradun (2002), Haldwani (2003), Roorkee (2006). | Northern Region (NR)/ Delhi, Rajasthan and Uttarakhand | Regional Director (NR), Staff Selection Commission, Block No. 12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 (www.sscnr.net.in) |
5 | Itanagar (5001), Dibrugarh (5102), Guwahati (Dispur) (5105) Jorhat (5107), Silchar (5111), Kohima (5302), Shillong (5401), Imphal (5501), Agartala (5601), Aizwal (5701) | North Eastern Region (NER)/ Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura. | Regional Director (NER), Staff Selection Commission, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Beltola-Basistha Road, P. O. Assam Sachivalaya, Dispur, Guwahati, Assam-781006 (www.sscner.org.in) |
6 | Guntur (8001), Kurnool (8003), Rajahmundry (8004), Tirupati (8006), Visakhapatnam (8007), Vijayawada (8008), Kakinada (8009), Nellore (8010), Chirala (8011), Vizianagaram (8012), Chennai (8201), Coimbatore (8202), Madurai (8204), Salem (8205), Tiruchirapalli (8206), Tirunelveli (8207), Vellore (8208), Puducherry (8401), Hyderabad (8601), Warangal (8603), Karimnagar (8604) | Southern Region (SR)/ Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and Telangana. | Regional Director (SR), Staff Selection Commission, 2nd Floor, EVK Sampath Building, DPI Campus, College Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu- 600006 (www.sscsr.gov.in) |
7 | Ahmedabad (7001), Vadodara (7002), Rajkot (7006), Surat (7007), Mumbai (7204), Pune (7208), Amravati (7201) Nagpur (7205), Aurangabad (7202), Kolhapur (7203), Panaji (7801). | Western Region(WR)/ Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Goa, Gujarat and Maharashtra | Regional Director (WR), Staff Selection Commission, 1st Floor, South Wing, Pratishtha Bhawan, 101, Maharshi Karve Road, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020 (www.sscwr.net) |
8 | Bhopal (6001), Gwalior (6005), Indore (6006), Jabalpur (6007), Satna (6014), Sagar (6015), Ujjain (6016), Bilaspur (6202), Raipur (6204), Durg-Bhilai (6205) | Madhya Pradesh Region (MPR) Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh | Dy. Director (MPR), Staff Selection Commission, 5th Floor Investment Building, LIC Campus-2, Pandri, Raipur, Chhattisgarh-492004. (www.sscmpr.org) |
9 | Jammu (1004), Leh (1005), Srinagar (1007), Samba (1010), Hamirpur (1202), Shimla (1203), Bathinda(1401), Jalandhar (1402), Amritsar (1404), Mohali (1406), Chandigarh (1601) | North Western Region (NWR)/ Chandigarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Punjab | Regional Director (NWR), Staff Selection Commission, Block No.3, Ground Floor, Kendriya Sadan, Sector-9, Chandigarh-160009 (www.sscnwr.org) |
ADMIT CARD
The SSC CPO Admit Card for Paper I and Paper II will be released separately by the Staff Selection Commission. Candidates who register for SSC CPO 2025 will be able to download their admit cards well before the exam dates. The admit cards will be available on the official SSC website, and candidates must use their registration credentials to access and download them.
Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to download admit card for the exam:
Step 1: Candidates need to visit the official website.
Step 2: Go to the admit card section on the home page of SSC.
Step 3: Candidates are redirected to the page that hosts the links to regional websites.
Step 4: Click the relevant website link.
Step 5: On the home page, click the admit card download link.
Step 6: Enter the required login credentials.
Step 7: The SSC CAPF admit card appears on the screen.
Step 8: Download the admit card and take it's printout.
RESULT
The SSC CPO results for each stage of the selection process will be released separately on the official website. The results will be published in PDF format, containing the names and roll numbers of candidates who have qualified at that stage. Candidates can check the list to confirm their selection status and determine whether they are eligible to proceed to the next phase of the recruitment process.
Candidate can check their results by following the steps listed below:
Step 1: Visit the official website.
Step 2: Go to the ‘Result’ tab on the home page.
Step 3: Click the tab ‘CAPF’.
Step 4: Click the result link.
Step 5: The result PDF opens.
Step 6: Search your roll number.
Step 7: Download the result PDF.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website- Click here
For Official Notification- Click here
For Total Vacancies - Click here
For SSC Official Exam Calendar - Click here
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No, there will be no interview for the SSC CAPF ASI exam. For access full information of SSC CAPF ASI exam click on General information button above.
Only graduate candidates are eligible to apply for the SSC CAPF ASI exam. You will get all the necessary information related to SSC CAPF ASI exam such as age limit, educational qualification, etc. by clicking on the eligibility tab given above.
SSC uploads the information regarding the time-table and city/centre of SSC CAPF ASI exam two or three weeks before the date of exam. For full schedule of SSC CAPF ASI exam date click on schedule tab above.
No, the request for the change in SSC CAPF ASI exam centre will not be accepted. To check the complete list of exam centers for SSC CAPF ASI exam, you can go to the general information button above.
SSC CAPF ASI syllabus for Paper 1 comprises topics from General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. You can go through the syllabus button above to know more about the important topics of subjects covered in SSC CAPF ASI Exam.
The syllabus of SSC CAPF ASI exam for Paper 2 comprises questions from error recognition, filling in the blanks (using verbs, prepositions, articles, etc), Vocabulary, Spellings, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, sentences Completion. To know more about Syllabus and Recommended Books go to syllabus section which is given above.
PET/PST of SSC CAPF ASI comprises long jump, high jump, shot put, race, etc. To know in detail about SSC CAPF ASI Exam Mode, Language, Pattern etc. go through the format button given above.
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