The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the UPSC CAPF (AC) 2025 examination. This prestigious recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies in the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2025. This is a great opportunity for candidates aspiring to join prestigious forces like BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB as Assistant Commandants (Group A Officers).
The authorities have announced a total of 357 vacancies. The selection process includes a written examination, physical efficiency tests, medical examination, and an interview. Interested candidates must apply online through the UPSC official website before the 25th March 2025 deadline. Read on for detailed eligibility criteria, application process, and important dates.
Last Date: 25th March 2025
Vacancy Details
The UPSC Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2025 offers a total of 357 vacancies across different forces. The distribution of vacancies is as follows:
| Force | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Border Security Force (BSF) | 24 |
| Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) | 204 |
| Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) | 92 |
| Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) | 04 |
| Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) | 33 |
| Total | 357 |
Reservation: The government reserves 10% of the total vacancies for ex-servicemen (ESM). If suitable ex-servicemen candidates are unavailable, non-ex-servicemen candidates will fill the vacancies as per government policy.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2025 must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Nationality
- The candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Candidates from Nepal and Bhutan may also apply under certain conditions.
- Age Limit (as of 1st August 2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- Educational Qualification
- You must have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Candidates in their final year can apply, provided they submit proof of passing before the selection process concludes.
4. Physical Standards
- Candidates must meet the required height, weight, and chest measurements as prescribed by UPSC.
- The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) includes:
- 100m race: 16 sec (male), 18 sec (female)
- 800m race: 3 min 45 sec (male), 4 min 45 sec (female)
- Long jump: 3.5 m (male), 3 m (female)
- Shot put (7.26 kg) – 4.5 m (male)
Application Fee
Candidates applying for the UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2025 need to pay the following application fee:
- General/OBC Candidates: ₹200/-
- SC/ST/Female Candidates: Exempted (No Fee)
Payment Mode:
- Candidates can pay the application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Offline payment can be made through SBI Challan.
Note:The fee is non-refundable, and the commission will reject applications without payment (for applicable categories).
How to Apply
Candidates must follow the steps below to successfully apply for the UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2025:
Step 1: Online Registration
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying for the examination.
- If already registered, proceed directly to fill out the online application form.
- You must complete OTR registration only once in a lifetime, and you can do it anytime throughout the year.
Step 2: Modifications in OTR Profile
- Candidates can modify their OTR profile only once in their lifetime, within 7 days after the application window closes.
- Editable fields before final submission:
- Name change history
- Gender
- Minority status
- Class 10th Board Exam Roll Number
- Non-editable fields after registration:
- Name (as per Class X certificate)
- Date of Birth
- Father’s Name & Mother’s Name
- Registered Mobile Number & Email ID (Can be changed only under special conditions)
Step 3: Modification in Application Form
- The correction window for the application form will be open from 26.03.2025 to 01.04.2025.
- Changes can be made only in fields other than the OTR profile.
Step 4: Withdrawal of Application
- Candidates cannot withdraw their application after submission.
Important Instructions
- Government employees must inform their Head of Office/Department before applying.
- Applications from candidates whose employers withhold permission will be rejected.
- Choice of exam center is final—candidates appearing at unauthorized centers will have their papers disqualified.
- Incomplete or defective applications will be rejected.
- No hard copy submission of applications is required.
Documents Required
Candidates applying for the UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2025 must keep the following documents ready for submission and verification:
Mandatory Documents:
- Recent Passport Size Photograph (Not older than 10 days)
- Signature (Scanned Copy)
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/PAN Card/Passport/Driving License)
- Matriculation Certificate (Class 10) for Date of Birth Proof
- Educational Qualification Certificates (Graduation Degree or Equivalent)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate, if applicable
- Domicile Certificate, if applicable
Important: Candidates must ensure that uploaded documents are clear and in the prescribed format mentioned in the notification.
Selection Procedure/Scheme
The selection process for the UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2025 will consist of the following stages:
1. Written Examination
- The written exam will be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on 03rd August 2025.
- It consists of two papers:
- Paper I: General Ability and Intelligence (Objective Type, 250 Marks)
- Timing: 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
- Questions in both English & Hindi
- Paper II: General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension (200 Marks)
- Timing: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Essay can be written in English or Hindi, but the Précis Writing, Comprehension, and Communication Skills will be in English only.
- Paper I: General Ability and Intelligence (Objective Type, 250 Marks)
Important Notes:
- Minimum qualifying marks will be set separately for each paper by UPSC.
- Paper I will be evaluated first; Paper II will be evaluated only if the candidate qualifies Paper I.
2. Physical Standards Tests (PST) & Physical Efficiency Tests (PET)
Candidates who qualify the written examination will have to undergo PST & PET as per the criteria below:
| Test | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| 100m Race | 16 seconds | 18 seconds |
| 800m Race | 3 minutes 45 seconds | 4 minutes 45 seconds |
| Long Jump | 3.5 meters (3 chances) | 3.0 meters (3 chances) |
| Shot Put (7.26 kg) | 4.5 meters (3 chances) | Not Applicable |
- Pregnancy Clause for Female Candidates:
- The authorities will declare a pregnant candidate temporarily unfit, and she can appear for PST/PET six weeks after confinement.
- If absent during the Interview/Personality Test, her candidature will be cancelled.
3. Interview/Personality Test
- Candidates qualifying PST/PET will be called for the Interview/Personality Test conducted by UPSC.
- Total Marks: 150
- Candidates failing PET will not be called for the interview.
4. Medical Standards Tests (MST)
- Only candidates appearing for the Interview / Personality Test will undergo Medical Standards Tests.
- Conducted under the supervision of a Nodal Authority appointed by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- Candidates can appeal against the Medical Standards Tests within 24 hours of the results.
5. Final Selection & Merit List
- The authorities will prepare the merit list based on marks obtained in:
- Written Examination
- Interview/Personality Test
- Candidates who do not meet the medical standards will not receive appointments.
Syllabus for Written Examination
Paper I: General Ability and Intelligence (250 Marks, Objective Type)
This paper tests a candidate’s logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and general awareness through the following topics:
- General Mental Ability: Logical reasoning, numerical ability, data interpretation.
- General Science: Scientific temper, awareness of environmental science, IT, biotechnology.
- Current Affairs: National & international events (sports, culture, governance, business, global relations).
- Indian Polity & Economy: Constitution, public administration, social systems, economic policies, human rights.
- History of India: Social, economic, and political aspects, including nationalism and the freedom movement.
- Indian & World Geography: Physical, social, and economic aspects of geography.
Paper II: General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension (200 Marks, Descriptive Type)
- Part A (80 Marks): Essay Writing (in Hindi or English)
- Topics: Modern Indian history, freedom struggle, geography, economy, security, human rights.
- Part B (120 Marks): English Language Skills (to be attempted in English only)
- Topics: Comprehension, précis writing, counterarguments, grammar, language skills.
This structured selection process ensures that only the best candidates with strong intellectual, physical, and communication skills make it through to the final selection.
Important Dates
Candidates applying for the UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2025 must take note of the following key dates:
- Notification Release Date: 5th March 2025
- Start of Online Application: 5th March 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 25th March 2025 (till 18:00 Hours)
- Correction Window: 26th March 2025 – 1st April 2025
- Admit Card Release Date: Last week of July 2025 (Tentative)
- Exam Date: 3rd August 2025
- Result Declaration: To be announced
Important Links
Here are the essential links for the UPSC CAPF 2025 Recruitment Process:
Candidates should regularly check these links for updates regarding the UPSC CAPF 2025 Examination.
