| UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant (AC) Recruitment 2026 – 349 Posts, |
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| 📢 Short Information | |
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| ➤ 🏛️ Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification (Advt. No. 08/2026-CAPF) for the Combined Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) Assistant Commandant Examination 2026. A total of 349 vacancies have been announced for BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB. | |
| ➤ 📅 The online application process has started from 20 February 2026 and the last date to apply is 12 March 2026. The last date for fee payment is also 12 March 2026. The written examination will be conducted on 19 July 2026, and admit cards will be issued before the exam. | |
| ➤ 💰 The application fee is ₹200/- for General and OBC candidates, while SC, ST and all Female candidates are exempted from paying the fee. Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI or other online modes only. | |
| ➤ 🎯 As per the age limit (as on 01 August 2026), candidates must be minimum 20 years and maximum 25 years. Age relaxation will be provided as per UPSC recruitment rules. | |
| ➤ 🎓 Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized University in India to be eligible for this recruitment. | |
| ➤ 🏃 The selection process will include Written Examination, Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST), Interview (150 Marks) and Medical Examination. | |
| ➤ 📢 Interested candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the online application form. | |
| 📅 Important Dates | |
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| Application Start Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 12 March 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 12 March 2026 |
| Exam Date : | 19 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before 10 days of examination |
| 💰 Application Fee | |
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| General | Rs. 200/- |
| OBC | Rs. 200/- |
| SC | 0/- |
| ST | 0/- |
| 🎂 Age Limit | |
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| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 25 Years (1st August, 2026) |
| Age Relaxation | Age Relaxation as per UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment Rules. |
| Age Calculate | CLICK HERE |
| 📌 Post Details | |
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| BSF | 108 |
| CRPF | 106 |
| CISF | 70 |
| ITBP | 12 |
| SSB | 53 |
| TOTAL | 349 Posts |
| 🎓 Educational Qualification | |
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| ➤ 🏛️ Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any stream from a recognized University in India. | |
| ➤ 📜 Final year candidates can also apply, provided they produce proof of passing the qualifying examination at the time of detailed application form submission. | |
| ➤ 📢 Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification to confirm eligibility before applying online. | |
| 📝 How To Apply | |
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| ➤ 🌐 Visit the official website of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) at https://upsc.gov.in/ | |
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| ➤ 🖥️ Click on the “Apply Online” link for CAPF Assistant Commandant Examination 2026. | |
| ➤ 📋 Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process (if not already registered). | |
| ➤ ✍️ Fill in all required details carefully such as personal information, educational qualification and contact details. | |
| ➤ 📂 Upload scanned copies of required documents including photograph and signature as per prescribed format. | |
| ➤ 💳 Pay the application fee (if applicable) through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI. | |
| ➤ ✅ Review the application form carefully before final submission and take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference. | |
| ➤ 📢 Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification carefully before applying to ensure eligibility regarding age limit, qualification and other criteria. | |
| ✍ Mode of Examination | |
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| ➤ 🖥️ The examination will be conducted in Offline Mode (Pen & Paper Based Test). | |
| ✅ Mode of Selection | |
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| ➤ 🖥️ The examination will be conducted in Offline Mode (Pen & Paper Based Test). | |
| ➤ 📄 The written examination will consist of two papers: | |
| Paper I: General Ability & Intelligence (Objective Type – MCQs) | |
| Paper II: General Studies, Essay & Comprehension (Descriptive Type) | |
| ➤ 🌐 Question papers will be available in Hindi and English (except language comprehension sections). | |
| ➤ ❌ There will be negative marking in Paper I for wrong answers as per UPSC rules. | |
| ➤ 🏃 Candidates who qualify in the written exam will be called for PET/PST, Interview and Medical Examination. | |
| 📂 Physical standerd | |
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| ➤ Height Requirement | Male candidates must have a minimum height of 165 cm, while female candidates must have a minimum height of 157 cm. |
| ➤ Chest (For Male Only) | Male candidates should have a chest measurement of 81–86 cm (with expansion). There is no chest requirement for female candidates. |
| ➤ 100 Meters Race | Male candidates must complete the race in 16 seconds, while female candidates must complete it in 18 seconds. |
| ➤ 800 Meters Race | Male candidates must complete the race in 3 minutes 45 seconds, whereas female candidates must complete it in 4 minutes 45 seconds. |
| ➤ Long Jump | Male candidates must clear 3.5 meters, and female candidates must clear 3 meters. |
| ➤ Shot Put (7.26 Kg – For Male Only) | Male candidates must throw the shot put to a minimum distance of 4.5 meters. There is no shot put requirement for female candidates. |
| 🧩 Grade Pay Details | |
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| The pay scale |
Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. |
| 🔗 Important Links | |
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| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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| ❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) |
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| ➤ Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in UPSC CAPF AC 2026? |
| 👉 : There are 349 vacancies announced. |
| ➤ Q2. What is the advertisement number for this recruitment? |
| 👉 : The advertisement number is 08/2026-CAPF. |
| ➤ Q3. When did the online application start? |
| 👉 : The application process started on 20 February 2026. |
| ➤ Q4. What is the last date to apply? |
| 👉 : The last date to apply online is 12 March 2026. |
| ➤ Q5. What is the exam date? |
| 👉 : The written examination will be held on 19 July 2026. |
| ➤ Q6. What is the application fee? |
| 👉 : ₹200 for General/OBC candidates, while SC/ST and all Female candidates are exempted. |
| ➤ Q7. What is the age limit for UPSC CAPF AC 2026? |
| 👉 : Minimum age is 20 years and maximum age is 25 years (as on 01 August 2026). |
| ➤ Q8. What is the required educational qualification? |
| 👉 : A Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized University in India. |
| ➤ Q9. What is the mode of examination? |
| 👉 : The exam will be conducted in Offline (Pen & Paper) mode. |
| ➤ Q10. Is there negative marking in the exam? |
| 👉 : Yes, there is negative marking in Paper I as per UPSC rules. |
| ➤ Q11. What are the stages of selection? |
| 👉 : Written Exam, PET/PST, Interview (150 Marks) and Medical Examination. |
| ➤ Q12. Can final year students apply? |
| 👉 : Yes, they can apply, but must produce proof of qualification at the required stage. |
| ➤ Q13. What is the minimum height required for male candidates? |
| 👉 : Minimum height for male candidates is 165 cm. |
| ➤ Q14. What is the minimum height required for female candidates? |
| 👉 : Minimum height for female candidates is 157 cm. |
| ➤ Q15. Where can candidates apply online? |
| 👉 : Candidates can apply through the official UPSC website https://upsc.gov.in/ |
