SSC CPO SI Exam Date 2026: 20 to 28 November 2026 – Vacancies & Pattern
SSC SI in Delhi Police & CAPF 2026 (CPO) Exam Date Out – 20 to 28 November 2026
1. Top Summary
| Examination | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 |
| Computer Based Exam (Paper-I) | 20 to 28 November 2026 |
| Tentative Vacancies (computed) | 1,871 – Delhi Police 317, CAPF SI (GD) 1,320, CISF SI (Fire) 234 |
| Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026) | 20–25 years (SI Fire in CISF: 18–30 years) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 |
Source: SSC Important Notice dated 01.10.2026; SSC Notice – SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 (uploaded 10.09.2026), Pages 1–4 (total computed by adding the three post groups)
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application | 10.09.2026 to 30.09.2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Last date for fee payment | 01.10.2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Application correction window | 08.10.2026 to 10.10.2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Exam schedule notice published | 01.10.2026 |
| Computer Based Examination (Paper-I) | 20 to 28 November 2026 |
Source: SSC Important Notice dated 01.10.2026; SSC Notice – SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 (uploaded 10.09.2026), Page 1
3. Tentative Vacancies
| Post / Force | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SI (Executive) Delhi Police – Male | 205 |
| SI (Executive) Delhi Police – Female | 112 |
| SI (GD) in CAPFs – CRPF | 254 |
| SI (GD) in CAPFs – BSF | 457 |
| SI (GD) in CAPFs – ITBP | 187 |
| SI (GD) in CAPFs – CISF | 250 |
| SI (GD) in CAPFs – SSB | 172 |
| SI (Fire) in CISF – Male | 234 |
| Total | 1,871 |
The Commission does not collect or allocate vacancies state-wise, region-wise or zone-wise for this examination. Candidates selected as SI in CAPFs are liable to serve anywhere in India.
Source: SSC Notice – SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 (uploaded 10.09.2026), Pages 2–3 (total computed)
4. Exam Pattern
| Stage | Subject | Questions / Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (CBE) | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 / 25 | 1 hour (15-min sectional timer per part) |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 25 / 25 | ||
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 / 25 | ||
| English Comprehension | 25 / 25 | ||
| Paper-II | English Language & Comprehension | 100 / 200 | 1 hour |
- Stages: Paper-I, Physical Standard Test (PST)/Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper-II and Detailed Medical Examination (DME); all are mandatory.
- Negative marking: 0.25 mark per wrong answer in Paper-I and 0.50 in Paper-II.
- PST/PET is qualifying/elimination in nature and carries no marks. Ex-Servicemen are not required to undergo PET.
Source: SSC Notice – SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 (uploaded 10.09.2026), Pages 16–17 (Para 12) and Para 16.4
5. How to Check City Details & Admit Card
Exam city details and admit cards will be released on the SSC website after the exam schedule is finalised. Log in to your candidate account at https://ssc.gov.in/ to view them when available.
Source: SSC notice dated 01.10.2026 (dates); release timing for city slips/admit cards not yet announced
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Schedule Notice (01.10.2026) | Download Notice (PDF) |
| Official SI Delhi Police & CAPF 2026 Notification | Download Notification (PDF) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
FAQs
When is the SSC CPO SI 2026 exam?
The Computer Based Examination is scheduled from 20 to 28 November 2026.
Source: SSC Important Notice dated 01.10.2026
What are the total vacancies?
Tentative vacancies add up to 1,871: Delhi Police 317, CAPF SI (GD) 1,320 and CISF SI (Fire) 234. Final vacancies may vary.
Source: SSC Notice – SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 (uploaded 10.09.2026), Pages 2–3 (computed)
What is the age limit?
20 to 25 years as on 01.08.2026 (18 to 30 years for SI Fire in CISF), with category-wise relaxation.
Source: SSC Notice – SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 (uploaded 10.09.2026), Para 5
What is the fee?
Rs. 100.
Source: SSC Notice – SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 (uploaded 10.09.2026), Para 9.1
Is there negative marking?
Yes: 0.25 mark per wrong answer in Paper-I and 0.50 in Paper-II.
Source: SSC Notice – SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 (uploaded 10.09.2026), Para 12.2
Are PST/PET mandatory?
Yes, PST/PET are mandatory but qualifying in nature. Ex-Servicemen are exempt from PET.
Source: SSC Notice – SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination, 2026 (uploaded 10.09.2026), Para 16.4