Union Public Service Commission (UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Notification) has released the official for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026. The exam will be conducted on 19 July 2026 for recruitment in BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB.
As per official notification ExamNotifi_CAPF_AC_Exam_2026_En…, a total of 349 vacancies are announced.
Vacancy Overview
Particular Details Exam Name CAPF (Assistant Commandants) Exam 2026 Conducting Body Union Public Service Commission Total Vacancies 349 Application Mode Online Last Date to Apply 12 March 2026 (6:00 PM) Exam Date 19 July 2026 Official Website https://upsconline.nic.in
Force-wise Vacancy Details
Force Vacancies BSF 108 CRPF 106 CISF 70 ITBP 12 SSB 53 Total 349
(Vacancies liable to change as per notification)
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (As on 1 August 2026)
Criteria Details Minimum Age 20 Years Maximum Age 25 Years Date of Birth Range 2 August 2001 to 1 August 2006
Age Relaxation
Category Relaxation SC/ST 5 Years OBC 3 Years Civilian Central Govt Servants 5 Years Ex-Servicemen As per rules
Educational Qualification
Candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
Final year candidates can apply but must produce proof at later stage.
Application Fee
Category Fee General / OBC / EWS ₹200 SC / ST / Female Exempted
Payment Mode: Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI
Selection Process
Written Examination
Physical Standards Test (PST)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Interview / Personality Test
Medical Examination
Final Merit List
Written Exam Pattern
Paper I – General Ability & Intelligence
• 250 Marks
Paper II – General Studies, Essay & Comprehension
• 200 Marks
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Test Men Women 100 Meter Race 16 sec 18 sec 800 Meter Race 3 min 45 sec 4 min 45 sec Long Jump 3.5 m 3.0 m Shot Put 4.5 m Not Applicable
Document Required Matric Certificate (DOB Proof) Yes Graduation Degree / Final Marksheet Yes Photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID etc.) Yes Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) If applicable Ex-Servicemen Certificate If applicable Recent Photograph Yes Signature Yes
Photo & Signature Specifications
Item Size Limit Photograph 20 KB – 200 KB (JPG Format) Signature 20 KB – 100 KB (JPG Format) Signature Rule Sign 3 times on white paper with black ink
Live photo capture during form filling is mandatory.
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
Visit https://upsconline.nic.in
Create URN (Universal Registration Number)
Complete Common Application Form
Upload photo and signature
Fill Examination Specific Module
Pay fee (if applicable)
Submit and download confirmation
Note: No correction allowed after submission.
Important Dates
Event Date Notification Release 20 February 2026 Last Date to Apply 12 March 2026 Exam Date 19 July 2026
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