SSC CPO
Staff Selection Commission
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SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination) is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit for sub-inspector in delhi police, and sub-inspector in capfs (bsf, cisf, crpf, itbp and ssb). Selection is through Paper-I (Computer Based Examination), followed by Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT), followed by Paper-II (Computer Based Examination), followed by Detailed Medical Examination, followed by Document Verification.
SSC CPO 2026 — Key Facts at a Glance
| Exam name | SSC CPO — Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
| Latest cycle | SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs 2025 |
| Vacancies | 142 (63 UR, 35 OBC, 19 SC, 10 ST, 15 EWS) |
| Posts | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police, and Sub-Inspector in CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP and SSB) |
| Qualification | A Bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Male candidates applying for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police must additionally hold a valid Driving Licence for LMV (motorcycle and car) on the date of the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test. |
| Age limit | 20 to 25 years as on 01.08.2025 |
| Pay | Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 |
| Application fee | ₹100 for general candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates are exempted. |
| Selection stages | Paper-I (Computer Based Examination) → Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT) → Paper-II (Computer Based Examination) → Detailed Medical Examination → Document Verification |
| Qualifying marks | UR 30%, OBC and EWS 25%, all other categories 20% |
| Negative marking | 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer in both papers. |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CPO — the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination — is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit for sub-inspector in delhi police, and sub-inspector in capfs (bsf, cisf, crpf, itbp and ssb).
SSC CPO selection process
- Paper-I (Computer Based Examination)
- Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT)
- Paper-II (Computer Based Examination)
- Detailed Medical Examination
- Document Verification
SSC CPO exam pattern
| Stage | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper-II | English Language and Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 hours |
Qualifying marks
UR 30%, OBC and EWS 25%, all other categories 20%.
Negative marking
0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer in both papers.
The physical test sits between the two papers
Unlike most SSC exams, the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test comes after Paper-I and before Paper-II. Candidates who fail the PE&MT do not sit Paper-II at all, so physical preparation cannot be deferred until after the written stages.
Why your score is not your raw marks
SSC conducts its Computer Based Examinations across multiple shifts with different question papers, so raw scores are normalised before shortlisting. This is why published cut offs carry five decimal places and can differ from any mark actually achievable on one paper.
What is next for SSC CPO
The 2025 cycle notified 142 vacancies with its CBE in November–December 2025. For the 2026 cycle the SSC calendar indicates an advertisement in May 2026 with Paper-I in October–November 2026.
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SSC CPO vacancy for SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs 2026?
Published with the Notice of Examination for each cycle.
What is the SSC CPO vacancy for SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs 2025?
142 (63 UR, 35 OBC, 19 SC, 10 ST, 15 EWS).
What is the age limit for SSC CPO?
20 to 25 years as on 01.08.2025. Relaxation is 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC and ST, and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates.
What qualification is required for SSC CPO?
A Bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Male candidates applying for Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police must additionally hold a valid Driving Licence for LMV (motorcycle and car) on the date of the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test.
What is the SSC CPO application fee?
₹100 for general candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates are exempted. The fee is not refundable.
Is there negative marking in SSC CPO?
0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer in both papers.
What are the qualifying marks for SSC CPO?
UR 30%, OBC and EWS 25%, all other categories 20%. Clearing this floor does not shortlist you — you must also reach the cut off for your category.
What is the SSC CPO selection process?
Selection is through Paper-I (Computer Based Examination), followed by Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT), followed by Paper-II (Computer Based Examination), followed by Detailed Medical Examination, followed by Document Verification.
What is the SSC CPO salary?
Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400, plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and Transport Allowance.
Where do I download the SSC CPO admit card?
From the website of the SSC regional office handling your examination centre, not from the main SSC homepage. The exam city intimation appears earlier in the candidate login.
Why are SSC cut off marks shown with decimals?
Because SSC conducts the examination in multiple shifts with different papers and normalises the marks before shortlisting. Published cut offs are normalised scores, not raw marks.
Where does SSC publish SSC CPO cut off marks?
Inside the result write-up PDF on ssc.gov.in. SSC does not issue separate cut off notices — the category-wise table sits in the opening pages of the write-up.
Do I need to register separately for SSC CPO?
No. SSC uses a One Time Registration, and the same OTR profile is used to apply for every SSC examination.