The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Assistant Commandant (AC) 2025 Notification. The recruitment aims to fill 357 vacancies across BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. The application process is now open and will continue until March 25, 2025. The written exam is scheduled for August 3, 2025. Interested candidates can apply online through upsconline.gov.in.
📅 Important Dates
| 🗓️ Event | 📢 Date |
|---|---|
| 📌 Notification Release | March 5, 2025 |
| 🖊️ Application Start Date | March 5, 2025 |
| 🚨 Last Date to Apply | March 25, 2025 (till 6 PM) |
| 📝 Correction Window | March 26 – April 1, 2025 |
| 🎫 Admit Card Release | July 2025 (Tentative) |
| ✍️ Written Exam Date | August 3, 2025 |
| 📢 Result Declaration | To Be Announced |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / Female Candidates | No Fee |
📌 Mode of Payment: Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking, or SBI Challan.
🏅 Vacancy Details – Force-Wise Distribution
| 🏢 Force | 🚔 Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Border Security Force (BSF) | 24 |
| Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) | 204 |
| Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) | 92 |
| Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) | 4 |
| Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) | 33 |
| Total | 357 |
📌 Note: 10% of vacancies are reserved for ex-servicemen.
📜 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen (Nepal & Bhutan eligible with approval) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university |
| Age Limit (as of 01.08.2025) | 20 – 25 years (Born between 02.08.2000 – 01.08.2005) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, Ex-Servicemen – 5 years |
💪 Physical & Medical Standards
| Standard | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 cm | 157 cm |
| Chest | 81 cm (with 5 cm expansion) | Not Applicable |
| Weight | 50 kg | 46 kg |
🏃 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 100m Race | 16 seconds | 18 seconds |
| 800m Race | 3 min 45 sec | 4 min 45 sec |
| Long Jump | 3.5 meters (3 chances) | 3.0 meters (3 chances) |
| Shot Put (7.26 kg) | 4.5 meters | N/A |
📌 Note: Pregnant female candidates will be declared temporarily unfit.
📝 Selection Process
1️⃣ Written Examination (Paper I & II)
2️⃣ Physical Standard & Efficiency Test (PST/PET)
3️⃣ Medical Examination
4️⃣ Interview / Personality Test (150 Marks)
5️⃣ Final Merit List (Based on Written + Interview Marks)
📖 Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Ability & Intelligence (MCQ) | 250 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | General Studies, Essay & Comprehension | 200 | 3 Hours |
📌 Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for wrong answers in Paper I.
📥 How to Apply for UPSC CAPF AC 2025
1️⃣ Visit the official website: upsconline.gov.in
2️⃣ Register on the One-Time Registration (OTR) platform.
3️⃣ Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and communication details.
4️⃣ Upload scanned documents (Photo, Signature, ID Proof).
5️⃣ Pay the application fee (if applicable).
6️⃣ Submit the form and take a printout for reference.
🔗 Important Links
| 📜 Description | 🔗 Link |
|---|---|
| 📝 Apply Online | Click Here |
| 📢 Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| 🌐 Official Website | Click Here |
🔥 Start your preparation now for one of the most prestigious exams in India! Best of luck to all aspirants! 🚀
