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UPSC CAPF AC 2026
UPSC Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination · यूपीएससी सीएपीएफ सहायक कमांडेंट
What is UPSC CAPF AC?
UPSC CAPF (AC) recruits graduates as Assistant Commandants — Group A officers — in BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB, through two written papers, physical tests, a medical exam and an interview.
Paper I is objective and Paper II is descriptive. Candidates who qualify the written exam take physical standards and efficiency tests, a medical exam and a personality test.
- Conducting body
- UPSC
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university
- Age limit
- 20–25 years
- Exam stages
- 4 stages: Paper I — General Ability and Intelligence, Paper II — General Studies, Essay and Comprehension, Physical standards, PET and medical, Interview / Personality test
- 2026 vacancies
- 349 vacancies
- Negative marking
- One-third of the marks of that question
UPSC CAPF (AC) 2026: important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Written exam | 19 Jul 2026 |
Latest UPSC CAPF AC updates
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How to apply for UPSC CAPF AC
- 1Create or update your One Time Registration (OTR) profile on upsconline.gov.in
- 2Fill the online application for CAPF (AC) on upsconline.gov.in while the notification is open
- 3Upload photograph, signature and photo ID details, and choose your exam centre
- 4Pay the fee online (or in cash at an SBI branch where permitted) unless exempt
- 5Submit and download the completed application
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UPSC CAPF AC eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
- Age limit
- 20–25 years
- Nationality
- Citizen of India.
Application fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (male) | ₹200 |
| Women, SC and ST | Exempted (no fee) |
UPSC CAPF AC exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I — General Ability and Intelligence | Objective | 125 | 250 | 120 min |
| Paper II — General Studies, Essay and Comprehension | Descriptive | — | 200 | 180 min |
| Physical standards, PET and medical | Physical / medical | — | — | — |
| Interview / Personality test | Interview | — | 150 | — |
UPSC CAPF AC syllabus
Paper I
General Ability and Intelligence
General mental ability, General science, Current events, Indian polity and economy, History of India, Indian and world geography
Paper II
General Studies, Essay and Comprehension
Essay writing (Hindi or English), Modern Indian history, freedom struggle, Geography, polity and economy, Security and human rights, Analytical ability, Comprehension, précis writing, Communication and language skills
Selection process
- 1Written exam (Paper I & II)
- 2Physical standards and efficiency tests
- 3Medical standards test
- 4Interview / personality test
How to prepare for UPSC CAPF AC
- Paper II is descriptive — practise essays and arguments on internal security topics.
Practice for UPSC CAPF AC
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UPSC CAPF AC: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for UPSC CAPF AC?
The age limit for UPSC CAPF AC is 20–25 years (as on 1 August of the exam year). Upper age relaxation: OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 years, SC / ST 5 years, Central Government civilian employees / ex-servicemen 5 years.
What is the educational qualification for UPSC CAPF AC?
To apply for UPSC CAPF AC: Bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
What is the selection process of UPSC CAPF AC?
The UPSC CAPF AC selection process is: Written exam (Paper I & II) → Physical standards and efficiency tests → Medical standards test → Interview / personality test.
Is there negative marking in UPSC CAPF AC?
Yes. Paper I — General Ability and Intelligence: One-third of the marks of that question.
How to apply for UPSC CAPF AC?
Apply online on the official portal (https://upsconline.gov.in): 1) Create or update your One Time Registration (OTR) profile on upsconline.gov.in; 2) Fill the online application for CAPF (AC) on upsconline.gov.in while the notification is open; 3) Upload photograph, signature and photo ID details, and choose your exam centre; 4) Pay the fee online (or in cash at an SBI branch where permitted) unless exempt; 5) Submit and download the completed application.
How many vacancies are there in UPSC CAPF AC 2026?
UPSC CAPF (AC) 2026 has 349 notified vacancies, as per the official notification.