UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 349 Vacancies : Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announces Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Exam 2026 for 349 posts in BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. Eligible Bachelor’s degree holders aged 20-25 can apply online at upsconline.nic.in by March 12, 2026. Get full details on syllabus, eligibility, and selection process here.
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Important Dates, UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
20.02.2026
Start Date to Apply Online
20.02.2026
Last Date to Apply Online
12.03.2026 (till 6:00 PM)
Application Modification Window
Not Allowed after submission
e-Admit Card Issuance
Last working day of preceding week of exam
Written Examination Date
19.07.2026
Eligibility Criteria, UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026
Criteria
Requirement
Nationality
Must be a citizen of India (Subjects of Nepal/Bhutan also eligible)
Gender
Both Male and Female candidates are eligible
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University
Physical Standards
Must meet prescribed height, chest, and weight requirements
Desirable
NCC ‘B’ or ‘C’ Certificates (Considered during Interview)
Age Limit (As on 01.08.2026), UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026
Category
Age Limit / Relaxation
General / Unreserved
20 to 25 Years (Born between 02.08.2001 and 01.08.2006)
SC / ST
Upper age relaxation up to 5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
Upper age relaxation up to 3 Years
Central Govt. Servants / Ex-Servicemen
Upper age relaxation up to 5 Years
Vacancy Details (Force-wise)
Force Name
Total Vacancies
Border Security Force (BSF)
108
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
106
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
70
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB),
53
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
12
Total Posts
349
Selection Process & Exam Scheme, UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026
Stage
Description
Stage 1: Written Exam
Paper I (General Ability & Intelligence) and Paper II (General Studies, Essay & Comprehension)
Stage 2 Physical Standards/PET
100m race, 800m race, Long Jump, and Shot Put (Only for qualifying)
Stage 3 Medical Standards
Detailed Medical Examination (DME) by specialized medical boards
Stage 4: Interview
Personality Test carrying 150 Marks
Final Selection
Based on Marks in Written Exam and Interview/Personality Test
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
Payment Mode
General / OBC / EWS
₹200/-
Net Banking, Visa/Master/RuPay, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI
SC / ST / Female Candidates
Exempted (Nil)
N/A
Salary Structure
While the notification specifies recruitment for Group ‘A’ Assistant Commandant posts, the standard pay scale as per the 7th Pay Commission for this level is as follows:
Level
Pay Matrix
Basic Pay (Starting)
Total Salary (Approx.)
Assistant Commandant
Level 10
₹56,100
₹85,000 – ₹95,000 (including HRA, DA, etc.)
How to Apply (Step-by-Step), UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026
Step
Action Details
Step 1: OTR
Register at upsconline.nic.in for One Time Registration (OTR)
Step 2: Login
Use your OTR ID or Registered Email to log in to the portal
Step 3: Fill Details
Complete the ‘Examination Specific’ module with personal and educational details
Step 4: Uploads
Upload live photograph, scanned signature (black ink), and Photo ID proof
Step 5: Fee Payment
Pay ₹200 (if applicable) using online modes
Step 6: Center Selection
Choose your preferred exam center (First-Apply-First-Allot basis)
Step 7: Final Submit
Preview and submit the application; save the Application Number for future use
