The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification (Examination Notice No. 08/2026-CAPF) for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens (both Male and Female) for filling up 349 vacancies of Assistant Commandant (Group A) in BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying online to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, physical standards, and other criteria. The UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Online Registration starts from 20th February 2026 and closes on 12th March 2026 (up to 6:00 PM).
UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Assistant Commandant (Group A) in CAPF |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies |
349 Posts |
| Age Limit |
20-25 Years |
| Educational Qualification |
Bachelor’s Degree |
| Application Fee |
₹200/- (Gen/OBC); Nil (Female/SC/ST) |
| Selection Process |
Written Exam + PET/PST + Interview |
| Exam Date |
19 July 2026 |
| Job Location |
All India |
| Last Date |
12 March 2026 |
✅ UPSC CAPF AC Vacancy 2026 – Force wise:
| Force | No of Vacancies |
|---|---|
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Border Security Force (BSF) |
108 |
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Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
106 |
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Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) |
70 |
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Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) |
53 |
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Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) |
12 |
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Total |
349 |
✅ UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026): 20 to 25 years (Born not earlier than 02.08.2001 and not later than 01.08.2006). Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC.
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Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
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Physical Standards: As prescribed in the official notification (height, chest, eyesight, etc.).
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Desirable: NCC ‘B’ or ‘C’ Certificate (considered at Interview stage only).
✅ UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Selection Process:
- Written Examination (Paper I & Paper II)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Medical Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
✅ UPSC CAPF AC Exam Pattern 2026:
- Paper I: General Ability and Intelligence – 250 Marks (Objective Type, English & Hindi)
- Paper II: General Studies, Essay and Comprehension – 200 Marks
Physical Efficiency Tests (PET):
| Men | Women |
|---|---|
| 100 Meter Race: 16 Seconds | 100 Meter Race: 18 Seconds |
| 800 Meter Race: 3 Min 45 Sec | 800 Meter Race: 4 Min 45 Sec |
| Long Jump: 3.5 Meters (3 Chances) | Long Jump: 3.0 Meters (3 Chances) |
| Shot Put (7.26 Kg): 4.5 Meters (3 Chances) | — |
✅ UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Application Fee:
- General / OBC Candidates: ₹200/-
- Female / SC / ST Candidates: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking / Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card / UPI)
✅ Important Dates:
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Opening date for Online Registration |
20 February 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment |
12 March 2026 (up to 6:00 PM) |
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Date of UPSC CAPF AC Written Exam |
19 July 2026 |
✅ Important Links:
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UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Official Notification |
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UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Online Application Form |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026:
Applications must be submitted online only through the UPSC Online Application Portal.
➢ Step 1: Visit upsconline.nic.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
➢ Step 2: Login and select the CAPF (ACs) Examination 2026 link.
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and other details carefully.
➢ Step 4: Upload scanned photograph and signature as per specifications.
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) using Net Banking / Debit/Credit Card / UPI.
➢ Step 6: Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in UPSC CAPF AC 2026?
349 Assistant Commandant posts in BSF (108), CRPF (106), CISF (70), SSB (53), ITBP (12).
What is the age limit for UPSC CAPF AC 2026?
20 to 25 years as on 01 August 2026 (born between 02.08.2001 and 01.08.2006), with relaxation for SC/ST (5 yrs) and OBC (3 yrs).
What is the educational qualification for UPSC CAPF AC 2026?
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
What is the selection process for UPSC CAPF AC 2026?
Written Exam (Paper I & II), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), Medical Exam, and Interview/Personality Test.
What is the application fee for UPSC CAPF AC 2026?
₹200/- for General/OBC Male candidates; Exempted for Female/SC/ST candidates.
What are the important dates for UPSC CAPF AC 2026?
Online Application: 20 February 2026 to 12 March 2026 | Written Exam: 19 July 2026.
