SSC CPO Sub-Inspector (SI) in CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces)
| Category | Details |
| Exam Name | SSC CPO (Central Police Organization) |
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector (SI) in CAPFs |
| CAPFs Included | BSF (Border Security Force), CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force), CISF (Central Industrial Security Force), ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police), SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal) |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Eligibility Criteria | – Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university |
| – Age: 20-25 years (Relaxations for reserved categories as per Govt. norms) | |
| Selection Process | – Paper 1 (Computer-Based Test) |
| – Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET) | |
| – Paper 2 (English Language & Comprehension) | |
| – Medical Examination | |
| Exam Pattern | – Paper 1: General Intelligence, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension |
| – Paper 2: English Language & Comprehension | |
| Salary (Pay Scale) | Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) + Allowances |
| Job Responsibilities | – Maintaining law and order |
| – Border security | |
| – Counter-terrorism | |
| – Rescue operations during emergencies | |
| Work Location | Across India, especially in border and sensitive areas |
| Promotions | Opportunities for promotions to higher ranks like Inspector, Assistant Commandant, etc. |
SSC CPO Sub-Inspector (SI) in CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces) Career Growth
| Rank/Designation | Level/Promotion Criteria | Time Required (Approx.) |
| Sub-Inspector (SI) | Entry-level post after clearing SSC CPO exam | Starting Position |
| Inspector | Promotion based on performance, experience, and departmental exams | 5-7 years |
| Assistant Commandant (AC) | Promoted through departmental exams or UPSC CAPF exam | 12-15 years (can vary) |
| Deputy Commandant (DC) | Promotion based on seniority and exemplary service | 18-20 years |
| Commandant | Achieved after significant service and excellent performance | 22-25 years |
| Deputy Inspector General (DIG) | Higher managerial role in CAPFs | 25-30 years |
| Inspector General (IG) | Senior leadership role in CAPFs | 30-35 years |
| Additional Director General (ADG) | Top administrative position | 35+ years (Highly competitive) |
| Director General (DG) | Apex-level position, head of the force | End of Career (Exceptional officers only) |
SSC CPO Sub-Inspector (SI) in CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces) Syllabus
| Paper | Section | Topics Covered |
|---|
| Paper 1 | General Intelligence & Reasoning | – Analogies – Classification – Coding-Decoding – Series (Number & Alphabet) – Direction Sense Test – Blood Relations – Non-Verbal Reasoning (Mirror Images, Paper Folding, etc.) – Syllogism – Statements and Assumptions – Puzzle-solving |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | – Current Affairs (National & International) – History, Geography, and Polity – Economics – Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) – Awards and Honors – Sports – Books and Authors – Environmental Issues |
| Quantitative Aptitude | – Simplification – Number System – Ratio & Proportion – Percentage – Average – Profit and Loss – Simple & Compound Interest – Time & Work – Time, Speed, and Distance – Mensuration – Geometry – Data Interpretation – Algebra |
| English Comprehension | – Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms) – Reading Comprehension – Cloze Test – Spotting Errors – Sentence Improvement – Fill in the Blanks – Idioms and Phrases – One Word Substitution |
| Paper 2 | English Language & Comprehension | – Essay Writing – Precise Writing – Paragraph Writing – Advanced Grammar – Vocabulary Building – Reading Comprehension – Sentence Completion – Error Spotting |
SSC CPO Sub-Inspector (SI) in CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces) Exam Pattern
| Stage | Exam Type | Subjects/Details | Marks | Duration |
|---|
| Paper 1 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) | – General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 Marks) – General Knowledge & General Awareness (50 Marks) – Quantitative Aptitude (50 Marks) – English Comprehension (50 Marks) |
200 | 2 Hours |
| Physical Standard Test (PST) | Qualifying | – Height, weight, and chest measurements (as per CAPF norms) | NA | NA |
| Physical Endurance Test (PET) | Qualifying | – Running (1.6 km for men in 6.5 mins, 1 km for women in 4 mins) – Long Jump – High Jump – Shot Put (For men only) |
NA | NA |
| Paper 2 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) | – English Language & Comprehension | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Medical Examination | Qualifying | – Vision standards – General physical fitness |
NA | NA |
SSC CPO Sub-Inspector (SI) in CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces) Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Nationality | – Must be an Indian citizen. – Subjects of Nepal and Bhutan are also eligible. |
| Educational Qualification | – Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent. – For Delhi Police SI: Male candidates must have a valid driving license for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) on the date of PET/PST. |
| Age Limit | – Minimum: 20 years – Maximum: 25 years (as of the cut-off date mentioned in the notification). |
| Age Relaxation | – SC/ST: 5 years – OBC: 3 years – Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years after deduction of military service rendered. – Other categories: As per government rules. |
| Physical Standards (PST) | – Height (Male): 170 cm (General); 162.5 cm (ST/others in specific regions) – Height (Female): 157 cm (General); 154 cm (ST/others in specific regions) – Chest (Male): 80 cm (Unexpanded), 85 cm (Expanded) – Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards. |
| Physical Endurance Test (PET) | – Male: 1.6 km run in 6.5 mins, Long Jump (3.65 m), High Jump (1.2 m), Shot Put (16 lbs, 4.5 m) – Female: 1 km run in 4 mins, Long Jump (2.7 m), High Jump (0.9 m). |
| Medical Standards | – Vision: Distant Vision – 6/6 and 6/9 in both eyes without correction. – Must not have knock knee, flat foot, varicose veins, or squint eye. – Hearing and general health must meet CAPF standards. |
SSC CPO Sub-Inspector (SI) in CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces) Salary Range
| Component | Details |
| Pay Scale (Basic Pay) | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Pay Level-6) |
| Grade Pay | ₹ 4,200 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹ 35,400 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | 38% of Basic Pay (as of 2024; subject to change) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 8%, 16%, or 24% of Basic Pay depending on the city category (X, Y, Z) |
| Transport Allowance (TA) | ₹3,600 – ₹7,200 (varies by city) |
| Other Allowances | – Risk/Hardship Allowance |
| – Dress Allowance | |
| – Ration Allowance (if applicable) | |
| Gross Salary (Approx.) | ₹50,000 – ₹60,000 (varies by location and allowances) |