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NOTIFICATION RELEASED ★ UPSC CAPF AC 2026 ★
UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant 2026 – 349 Vacancies
Apply Online: 20 Feb to 12 March 2026 (6 PM)
Exam Date: 19 July 2026
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10)
Updates: www.govtexam.study

The UPSC CAPF AC 2026 notification is released for 349 Assistant Commandant posts in BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB. Candidates who want to join Central Armed Police Forces can check eligibility, exam date, syllabus and selection process details on our website. We provide simple and updated information to help you apply without confusion.

Last Date: 12 March 2026 | Apply before deadline

🏛️ Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), New Delhi

CAPF Assistant Commandants (AC) Exam 2026

BSF | CRPF | CISF | ITBP | SSB | Total Vacancies: 349

📅 UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Important Dates

Notification Release Date 20 February 2026
Apply Online Start 20 February 2026
Last Date to Apply 12 March 2026 (till 6:00 PM / 18:00 hours)
Exam Date 19 July 2026 (Sunday)
Paper 1 Timing 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
Paper 2 Timing 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM 
Admit Card Release Last working day of preceding week of exam 
Answer Key/Objections Window 3rd day to 7th day after exam (5 days window)

💰 Application Fee

Category Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS (Male) ₹200/-
Female Candidates Exempted (No Fee) ✅
SC Candidates Exempted (No Fee) ✅
ST Candidates Exempted (No Fee) ✅
Payment Mode: Net Banking, Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card, UPI Payment.
Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

👤 Age Limit (as on 1st August 2026)

Category Age Range Born Between
General (UR) 20 to 25 years 2nd August 2001 to 1st August 2006
SC / ST 20 to 30 years (5 years relaxation) 2nd August 1996 to 1st August 2006
OBC 20 to 28 years (3 years relaxation) 2nd August 1998 to 1st August 2006
Civilian Central Govt Servants Up to 5 years relaxation (cumulative with category) As per category
Note: Ex-servicemen also eligible for age relaxation as per rules. Cumulative relaxation allowed for SC/ST/OBC who are also Govt servants.

📊 Vacancy Details

Post Name: Assistant Commandants (Group A Gazetted) in Central Armed Police Forces
Force Name Vacancies Remarks
BSF (Border Security Force) 108 10% vacancies earmarked for Ex-servicemen
CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) 106 10% vacancies earmarked for Ex-servicemen
CISF (Central Industrial Security Force) 70 10% vacancies earmarked for Ex-servicemen
ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) 12 10% vacancies earmarked for Ex-servicemen
SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal) 53 10% vacancies earmarked for Ex-servicemen
Total Vacancies 349

🎓 Qualification

Essential Qualification:
  • Bachelor's Degree from a university incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India
  • Or other educational institutions established by an Act of Parliament
  • Or declared to be deemed as a University under Section-3 of the UGC Act, 1956
  • Or possess an equivalent qualification
Important Notes for UPSC CAPF AC 2026:
  • Candidates who have appeared in the final year exam and are awaiting results can also apply
  • Such candidates must produce proof of passing within the time limit prescribed after written exam
  • NCC 'B' or 'C' Certificate is a desirable qualification (considered at Interview stage only)

💰 Salary / Pay Scale

Post Pay Scale Group
Assistant Commandants (All Forces) ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 (Level 10) Group A (Gazetted)

Note: Additional allowances include DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical benefits, etc. as per Central Government rules.

📚 Syllabus

Paper Subject Marks Duration
Paper 1 General Ability and Intelligence (Objective Type) 250 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
Paper 2 General Studies, Essay and Comprehension (Conventional Type) 200 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM

UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Paper 1 Syllabus (General Ability & Intelligence):

  • General Mental Ability: Logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude, numerical ability, data interpretation
  • General Science: Scientific temper, IT, Biotechnology, Environmental Science
  • Current Events: National & international importance, culture, music, arts, literature, sports, governance
  • Indian Polity & Economy: Constitution, political system, public administration, economic development
  • History of India: Social, economic, political aspects, freedom movement
  • Indian & World Geography: Physical, social, economic geography

UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Paper 2 Syllabus:

  • Part A - Essay (80 Marks): Modern Indian history, geography, polity, economy, security issues (English or Hindi)
  • Part B - Comprehension & Precis (120 Marks): Comprehension passages, precis writing, grammar, language skills (English only)

⚙️ Selection Process

Complete Selection Process - 5 Stages:
  1. Stage 1: Written Examination (Paper 1: 250 marks + Paper 2: 200 marks = 450 marks)
  2. Stage 2: Physical Standards Test (PST) - Qualifying in nature
  3. Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) - Qualifying in nature
  4. Stage 4: Interview/Personality Test (150 marks) - Conducted by UPSC
  5. Stage 5: Medical Standards Test - Qualifying in nature

Final Merit for UPSC CAPF AC 2026: Based on Written Exam (450) + Interview (150) = 600 marks

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards for UPSC CAPF AC 2026:

Event Men Women
100 Meter Race 16 Seconds 18 Seconds
800 Meter 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

Physical Standards for UPSC CAPF AC 2026:

Measurement Men Women
Height 165 cm 157 cm
Chest 81 cm (unexpanded) with 5 cm expansion Not Applicable
Weight 50 kg (as per height-age chart) 46 kg (as per height-age chart)

📝 How to Apply ?

Step 1: Online Registration Visit upsconline.nic.in and complete registration to get Universal Registration Number (URN)
Step 2: Fill Common Application Form (CAF) Login with URN and fill personal details, educational qualifications, etc. Upload photo (20-200 KB) and signature (20-100 KB)
Step 3: Live Photo Capture Capture live photograph while filling the form as per instructions
Step 4: Examination Specific Module Select exam centre, pay fee (if applicable), choose preferences for forces
Step 5: Submit Application After final submission, take printout of application for future reference. Save URN and Password safely.
⏰ Last Date to Apply: 12 March 2026 (till 6:00 PM). Apply well before deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

🔗 Important Links

Registration Click Here to Register
Apply Online Apply Now
Notification PDF Download
Syllabus Download Syllabus
UPSC Official Website Click Here to Visit Site
UPSC Helpdesk 📞 011-24041001 (10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days)
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✅ Information verified from UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Official Notification published in Gazette of India dated 20th February 2026

📌 UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Apply Online: 20 February to 12 March 2026 | Exam Date: 19 July 2026 | Total Vacancies: 349

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is UPSC CAPF AC 2026?

UPSC CAPF AC 2026 is a recruitment exam conducted by UPSC to select Assistant Commandants for BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB.

2. What is the last date to apply for UPSC CAPF AC 2026?

The last date to apply online for UPSC CAPF AC 2026 is 12 March 2026 till 6:00 PM.

3. What is the exam date of UPSC CAPF AC 2026?

The written exam for UPSC CAPF AC 2026 will be conducted on 19 July 2026 (Sunday).

4. What is the salary of Assistant Commandant in CAPF?

The salary of Assistant Commandant is ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 under Level 10 pay scale along with other allowances.

5. How can I check updates and useful tools for UPSC CAPF AC 2026?

You can check latest updates, eligibility details, syllabus and free document tools like photo resizer and PDF tools on www.govtexam.study.