🪖 UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 349 Posts
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026. This recruitment is conducted for Group A Gazetted Officer posts in India’s premier paramilitary forces.
Interested candidates can apply online before the last date 12 March 2026.
📌 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12 March 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | 19 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | Available before exam (online only) |
📊 Total Vacancies: 349 Posts
Recruitment will be done in the following forces:
| Force | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Border Security Force (BSF) | 108 |
| Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) | 106 |
| Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) | 12 |
| Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) | 53 |
| Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) | 70 |
| Total | 349 |
Vacancies are tentative and may change as per government requirements.
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Final-year students are also eligible (must submit proof later).
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- Candidate must be born between 02 August 2001 and 01 August 2006.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| Govt. Servants / Ex-Servicemen | Up to 5 Years |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / Female | No Fee |
Payment can be made via:
- Net Banking
- Debit/Credit Card
- UPI
🌐 How to Apply
Candidates must apply online only through the UPSC portal.
Application Process Includes:
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- Account Creation
- Universal Registration Number (URN) Generation
- Common Application Form (CAF)
- Examination-Specific Form Submission
- Upload Photo, Signature & Documents
- Pay Fee & Final Submit
Applications cannot be edited or withdrawn after submission.
📝 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in multiple stages:
1️⃣ Written Examination
2️⃣ Physical Standards Test (PST)
3️⃣ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
4️⃣ Interview / Personality Test
5️⃣ Medical Examination
🏃 Physical Standards
Candidates must meet prescribed:
- Height & chest measurements
- Physical fitness requirements
- Medical standards as defined in CAPF rules.
🧾 Exam Pattern Highlights
- Objective type questions (OMR-based).
- Negative marking for wrong answers.
- Black ballpoint pen must be used in OMR sheet.
🪪 Required Documents
Candidates must provide:
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport etc.)
- Educational Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Photograph & Signature upload
- Live Photo Capture during application
📍 Exam Centres
The exam will be conducted across major cities including:
Delhi, Lucknow, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Jaipur, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Patna, Pune, and many more.
Centre allotment is first-apply-first-allot, so apply early.
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Mobile phones & electronic devices are strictly banned in the exam hall.
- Face authentication will be done at the exam centre.
- Candidates must report at least 30 minutes before exam time.
- No admit card will be sent by post — download online only.
🇮🇳 Eligibility Summary
✔ Must be an Indian citizen (Nepal/Bhutan subjects allowed under rules).
✔ Both Male & Female candidates can apply.
✔ Must meet physical and medical standards.
✔ NCC ‘B’ or ‘C’ Certificate is desirable (not mandatory)
📞 Helpdesk Support
Candidates facing issues during application can contact:
- Helpline: 011-24041001
- Working Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM (during application period)
📢 Final Words
This is a golden opportunity for graduates who want to serve the nation as Assistant Commandants in CAPF forces. The job offers prestige, leadership responsibility, and a respected Group-A officer rank.
👉 Apply early to secure your preferred exam centre. UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026