The CAPF Sub-Inspector vacancies are available in CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF and SSB. The total vacancy for Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs is 1,320 posts, including vacancies for both male and female candidates.

The SSC CPO examination consists of Paper-I, Physical Standard Test (PST) / Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper-II and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Candidates have to qualify the required stages to move forward in the recruitment process.

Paper-I

• Paper-I Duration: 1 Hour
• Each part has a separate 15-minute sectional timer.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

Paper-II

• Paper-II Duration: 1 Hour
• Each part has a separate 20-minute sectional timer.
• Negative Marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.

The SSC CPO SI Syllabus 2026 for Paper-I and Paper-II covers Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension. The main topics are given below.

Candidates who want to understand the SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026 details in simple language can also read the detailed guide available on Online Update Stm . This guide covers the recruitment details, eligibility, application process, exam pattern and other important information in an easy-to-understand format.

• General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogy, Classification, Series, Coding-Decoding, Venn Diagrams, Problem Solving, Statement and Conclusion, Syllogistic Reasoning, Spatial Visualization, Figural Classification, Embedded Figures, Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning.
• General Knowledge and General Awareness: Current Events, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity, Indian Constitution, Scientific Research and general awareness related to India and neighbouring countries.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Number System, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership, Mixture and Alligation, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Data Interpretation and Statistics.
• English Comprehension: Error Recognition, Fill in the Blanks, Vocabulary, Spelling, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, Sentence Completion, Phrases, Idioms and Reading Comprehension.

Candidates shortlisted after Paper-I are required to qualify the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET). These tests are qualifying in nature and do not carry marks.

Physical Endurance Test for Male Candidates

Physical Endurance Test for Female Candidates

• PST/PET is qualifying in nature and carries no marks.
• Ex-Servicemen candidates are not required to undergo PET, but they must satisfy the prescribed physical and medical standards.

The required physical standards vary according to the post and category of the candidate. For SI in CAPFs, the general height standard for male candidates is 170 cm, while female candidates generally require a height of 157 cm. Relaxation is available for specified categories as mentioned in the official notification.

• Stage 1: Computer Based Examination (Paper-I).
• Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET).
• Stage 3: Computer Based Examination (Paper-II).
• Stage 4: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination.
• Stage 5: Document Verification and final selection as per merit and applicable conditions.

Candidates must qualify the required stages of the examination. PST/PET and medical examination are qualifying in nature, while performance in the written papers is used for shortlisting and merit as per the recruitment rules.

Candidates who qualify Paper-II will be called for the Detailed Medical Examination. The medical examination will be conducted by the authorized medical authorities as prescribed in the notification.

• Candidates must satisfy the prescribed medical fitness standards.
• Minimum distant vision should be 6/6 in the better eye and 6/9 in the worse eye without correction.
• Candidates should not have conditions such as knock knee, flat foot, varicose vein or squint in the eyes.
• Candidates must have the required colour vision and overall physical fitness.

SSC will provide a correction window from 08 October 2026 to 10 October 2026. Candidates whose completed applications and required fee have been received within the prescribed period can make corrections during this window.

• First correction and resubmission charge: Rs. 200/-
• Second correction and resubmission charge: Rs. 500/-
• The correction charges are applicable to all candidates irrespective of category or gender.
• After the correction window closes, no further correction request will be accepted.

Candidates can select up to three examination centres in the same SSC region in order of preference while submitting the online application form.

Candidates should select their examination centres carefully because requests for changing the centre later will generally not be considered.

SSC has listed examination centres under its different regional offices across the country, including centres in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal and other states.

The SSC CPO SI Result 2026 will be released after completion of the respective examination stage. Candidates will be able to check their result and qualifying status through the official SSC website.

The result and subsequent shortlisting will be based on the applicable examination rules, normalized scores, qualifying requirements and recruitment conditions mentioned by the Commission.

Candidates should regularly check the official SSC website for Paper-I result, PET/PST updates, Paper-II result, medical examination and final result notices.