SSC CPO recruits Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces through written and physical stages.
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CategoryGovernment Jobs
TypeRecruitment
Conducting authorityStaff Selection Commission
Department / parent organisationDelhi Police / Central Armed Police Forces
Qualification levelGraduate
Exam modeCBT
SSC CPOgovernmentrecruitmentnational examStaff Selection Commission
Important Dates & Exam Timeline
- SSC CPO Examination 2026TentativeStatus: Tentative · Official source · Verified 08 Sep 2026
Editorial update
SSC calendar lists Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 under the 2026 schedule.
SSC calendar lists Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 under the 2026 schedule.
Latest Updates
SSC calendar lists Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 under the 2026 schedule.
| Date | Event | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| 31 May 2026 | CPO 2026 listed on SSC calendar | ssc.gov.in |
Important Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC CPO |
| Full Form | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination |
| Conducting Authority | Staff Selection Commission |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Category | Central government recruitment |
| Purpose | Recruitment for Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police and CAPFs |
| Frequency | Usually annual |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Computer-based test with further stage requirements where notified |
| Question Type | Objective MCQ and/or descriptive or skill test as notified |
| Exam Stages/Tiers | Paper I computer-based examination, PET/PST, Paper II, Detailed medical examination, Document verification |
| Exam Duration | Paper-wise duration as notified |
| Total Marks | Paper-wise marks as notified |
| Negative Marking | Negative marking applies in objective papers as notified. |
| Languages/Medium | English and Hindi where notified, with language-paper exceptions |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
Date-sensitive entries are labelled with the content year and official source status. Do not treat unannounced future events as confirmed dates.
| Event | Status / Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | Listed in SSC 2026 calendar; check detailed notice |
| Paper I | As notified |
| PET/PST | After Paper I shortlisting |
| Paper II/medical/result | Stage-wise by SSC |
Eligibility
- Graduate degree from a recognised university.
- Age, relaxation, driving licence requirements for specific posts and physical standards are notification-specific.
- Candidates must meet physical and medical standards.
Exam Pattern
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| Stage / Tier | Paper / Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Question type | Negative marking | Qualifying / merit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Intelligence, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, English | Objective | As notified | As notified | Objective MCQ | As notified | Shortlisting |
| PET/PST | Physical endurance and measurement | Not applicable | Qualifying | As scheduled | Physical test | Not applicable | Qualifying |
| Paper II | English language and comprehension | Objective | As notified | As notified | Objective MCQ | As notified | Merit |
Syllabus
Reasoning
- Analogies, similarities, differences, spatial visualization
General Knowledge
- Current events, history, geography, polity, economics
Quantitative Aptitude
- Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry
English
- Comprehension, vocabulary, grammar
Application, Admit Card, Answer Key and Result
Application process
- Register or sign in only on the official application portal.
- Complete the application form, upload required documents, preview carefully and pay the notified fee where applicable.
- Use correction windows only when the official authority opens them.
- Save the application confirmation and official payment acknowledgement.
Admit card
- Download the admit card from the official portal when released.
- Check name, exam city, reporting time, photograph, signature and instructions.
- Carry the printed admit card, valid photo identity proof and any documents listed in the notice.
Answer key
- Use only the provisional and final answer key process published by the exam authority.
- Submit objections, if allowed, within the official window and with the required fee or proof.
- Final scores are based on the authoritys final answer key and normalization rules where applicable.
Result
- Results may be issued as scorecards, roll-number lists, merit lists or stage-wise shortlists.
- Qualified candidates should follow the next stage instructions exactly as published.
- Cutoff and marks should be treated as official only when published by the authority.
Selection Process
- Paper I computer-based examination
- PET/PST
- Paper II
- Detailed medical examination
- Document verification
Posts, Services or Courses
- Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Sub-Inspector in CAPFs as notified.
Preparation Strategy
- Prepare written and physical stages together.
- Check physical standards early.
- Practise Paper II English separately.
MCQ, Mock Tests and Previous Year Papers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SSC CPO?
SSC CPO is recruitment for sub-inspector posts in delhi police and capfs.
Who conducts SSC CPO?
SSC CPO is conducted by Staff Selection Commission.
How often is SSC CPO held?
The usual frequency is usually annual, subject to official notification.
What is the selection process?
The selection process includes Paper I computer-based examination, PET/PST, Paper II, Detailed medical examination.
Is there negative marking?
Negative marking applies in objective papers as notified.
Where should I check official updates?
Use the official source links listed on this page before acting on dates, fees, vacancies or application instructions.
Are SaralStudy MCQs available for this exam?
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Official Source References
Last verified: 2026-09-08. Content year: 2026.
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