SSC CPO SI Exam Date 2026 (Out) - Check SI Delhi Police & CAPF Exam Schedule

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the proposed exam dates for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) Examination, 2026, commonly searched as SSC CPO SI. As per the Important Notice dated 01/10/2026 (F. No. HQ-EC033/7/2025-EC), the Computer Based Examination (CBE) is proposed between 20/11/2026 and 28/11/2026. The recruitment is for 1,871 tentative vacancies. Online applications closed on 30/09/2026. 

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SSC CPO SI Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview

When Is the SSC CPO SI Exam in 2026?

The SSC CPO SI CBE is proposed to be held from 20th to 28th November 2026. The Commission has described these as proposed dates, and the examination notice states that exam dates are tentative and any change will be communicated only through the Commission's website.

SSC CPO SI 2026 Important Dates

SSC CPO SI Vacancy 2026

The notification lists 1,871 tentative vacancies. The Commission does not decide the vacancy numbers; these are reported by the Ministry of Home Affairs (CAPFs) and Delhi Police.

SSC CPO SI Eligibility 2026

Age Limit (as on 01/08/2026)

Educational Qualification

• Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs: Bachelor's degree from a recognised university or equivalent. Final-year candidates could apply, provided they hold the qualification on or before the closing date for applications (30/09/2026).
• Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF: Bachelor's degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, or Matriculation with a three-year Diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automobile, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical or Telecommunication Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
• Male candidates for Delhi Police: A valid driving licence for LMV (motorcycle and car) is required on the date of the Physical Endurance and Measurement Tests. Male candidates without it are eligible for CAPF posts only.

SSC CPO SI Application Fee 2026

SSC CPO SI Selection Process 2026

The selection has four mandatory stages:

1. Paper-I (Computer Based Examination)
2. Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET)
3. Paper-II (Computer Based Examination)
4. Detailed Medical Examination (DME), followed by Document Verification by the CAPFs

SSC CPO SI Exam Pattern 2026

Paper-I

Paper-I is of 1 hour, with a sectional timer of 15 minutes for each part.

Paper-II

Marking Scheme and Qualifying Marks

• All questions are objective multiple choice. Parts I, II and III of both papers are in Hindi and English.
• Negative marking is 0.25 marks per wrong answer in Paper-I and 0.50 marks per wrong answer in Paper-II.
• Minimum qualifying marks in Paper-I and Paper-II (without NCC bonus marks): UR 30%, OBC/EWS 25%, all other categories 20%.
• If the exam is held in multiple shifts, marks are normalised using the procedure published by the Commission.
• NCC bonus marks in each paper: 5% of maximum marks for 'C' certificate, 3% for 'B' and 2% for 'A'.
• The difficulty level of Paper-II will be higher than Paper-I.

SSC CPO SI Syllabus 2026

The notification gives an indicative syllabus for both papers.

• General Intelligence and Reasoning: verbal and non-verbal reasoning such as analogies, classification, series, coding-decoding, Venn diagrams, space visualisation and critical thinking.
• General Knowledge and General Awareness: current events, India and its neighbouring countries, history, culture, geography, economy, polity, Indian Constitution and scientific research.
• Quantitative Aptitude: number system, percentage, ratio, averages, interest, profit and loss, time and work, algebra, geometry, mensuration, trigonometry and data interpretation.
• English Comprehension: error recognition, fill in the blanks, vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms, idioms and comprehension.

SSC CPO SI PST and PET Standards

Physical Standard Test (General Norms)

Physical Endurance Test (PET)

How to Check SSC CPO SI Exam Date and Admit Card

1. Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
2. Open the Notice Board and look for the notice dated 01/10/2026 on the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026.
3. Download the notice PDF and check the proposed exam dates.
4. About 10 days before the exam, check the website of your SSC Regional Office for the exam city and time table.
5. Download the admit card from the Commission's website when it is released, normally 2 to 3 days before the exam, and take a printout.

Documents to Carry on Exam Day

• Printout of the admit card (Admission Certificate)
• Candidates who completed Aadhaar-based authentication: the notice says they will not be required to produce recent colour photographs and original photo ID at the exam venue.
• Candidates who did not complete Aadhaar-based authentication: report 2 hours before the scheduled start, and carry two recent passport-size colour photographs and an original valid photo ID showing the date of birth printed on the admit card.
• Accepted photo IDs include Voter ID, Driving Licence, PAN Card, Passport, school or college ID, Government or PSU employer ID card, and Ex-Serviceman Discharge Book.
• If the photo ID has no date of birth, carry an additional original document that proves it, such as the Matriculation certificate or marks sheet.

Documents Required at Document Verification

Document Verification is conducted by the CAPFs before the final result. Candidates must bring originals and copies of documents such as:

• Matriculation or Secondary certificate
• Educational qualification certificate
• Caste or category certificate, if applicable
• Driving licence for motorcycle and car (male candidates opting for Delhi Police)
• Ex-Servicemen, age-relaxation and departmental candidate certificates, if applicable
• No Objection Certificate, if already employed in government service

Important Instructions for Candidates

• The exam dates are proposed. Check the SSC website regularly, as the Commission is not bound to inform candidates individually by SMS, email or post.
• Do not lock Aadhaar biometrics if you opted for Aadhaar-based authentication, as biometric verification is mandatory at different stages.
• Keep a copy of your application form and exam documents for at least 3 years.
• Post and force preferences are taken through an online option form after the Paper-II result. Once submitted, they are final and cannot be changed.
• Candidature remains provisional until certificates and documents are verified by the appointing authority.
• Unfair means can lead to cancellation of candidature and debarment from SSC exams.
• For help, call the SSC toll-free helpline at 1800 309 3063.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the SSC CPO SI exam 2026?

The SSC CPO SI (Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs) CBE is proposed from 20/11/2026 to 28/11/2026, as per the notice dated 01/10/2026.

Is the SSC CPO SI 2026 exam date final?

The dates are listed as proposed. The examination notice says exam dates are tentative and that any change will be informed only through the Commission's website.

How many vacancies are there in SSC CPO SI 2026?

There are 1,871 tentative vacancies: 317 in Delhi Police, 1,320 Sub-Inspector (GD) posts in CAPFs and 234 Sub-Inspector (Fire) posts in CISF.

What is the selection process for SSC CPO SI 2026?

Paper-I, PST/PET, Paper-II and Detailed Medical Examination, followed by Document Verification. All stages are mandatory.

Is there negative marking in SSC CPO SI 2026?

Yes. There is a deduction of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-I and 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-II.