The Union Public Service Commission

The Union Public Service Commission has released the UPSC Notification 2026 via its website (upsc.gov.in / upsconline.nic.in). Alongside the notification, the online application portal has been activated for candidates to register and submit their details. This notification includes information like exam dates, eligibility criteria, vacancies, application fee, and exam pattern. For 2026, UPSC has released approximately 933 vacancies under various Group A and B services…. Read more at: https://vajiramandravi.com/upsc-exam/upsc-notification-2026/

 

Exam Name	UPSC Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026
Conducting By	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Posts	Assistant Commandant (Group A Officer)
Forces Covered	Forces Covered
Eligibility	Bachelor's Degree,
Age	Age 20-25 years
Notification Date	20 February 2026
Last Date	12 March 2026 (6:00 PM)
Selection Stages	Written Exam, PST/PET, Medical Test, Interview
Vacancies	Vacancies: 349 postsBSF – 108 CRPF – 106 CISF – 70 ITBP – 12 SSB – 53
Application Correction Window	13–19 March 2026
Written Examination Date	19 July 2026 (Sunday)
Admit Card Release	June/July 2026 (Tentative)
PET/PST & Medical Test	November 2026 – January 2027 (Expected)
Interview/Personality Test	March – May 2027 (Expected)
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Assistant Commandant Examination 2026 Notification for recruitment to various paramilitary forces of India. The CAPF Assistant Commandant examination is one of the most prestigious defence and security examinations conducted annually for graduates aspiring to become Gazetted Officers in India’s armed police forces. A total of 349 vacancies have been announced for the 2026 recruitment cycle.

Successful candidates are appointed as Assistant Commandants (Group A Gazetted Officers) in various Central Armed Police Forces, including:

• Border Security Force (BSF)
• Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
• Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
• Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
• Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)

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UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Overview

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Important Dates

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UPSC CAPF Vacancy Details 2026

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What Does an Assistant Commandant Do?

An Assistant Commandant is a Group A Gazetted Officer who commands troops and manages law and order, border security, anti-terror operations, VIP security, and disaster management operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commanding armed personnel
• Border management
• Counter-terrorism operations
• Internal security duties
• Election security
• Disaster response operations
• Intelligence gathering
• Administrative duties
• Training personnel

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Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.

Final-year students may also apply provisionally, subject to completion of their degree before the final selection stage.

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Age Limit

As on 1 August 2026:

Age relaxation is applicable according to Government rules.

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Nationality

Applicants must be:

• Citizens of India
• Subjects of Nepal
• Subjects of Bhutan

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Application Fee

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Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

Stage 1: Written Examination

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Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

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Stage 3: Medical Examination

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Stage 4: Interview/Personality Test

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Final Merit List

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Written Examination Pattern

Paper I – General Ability & Intelligence

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Paper II – General Studies, Essay & Comprehension

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UPSC CAPF Syllabus

Paper I

General Mental Ability

• Logical reasoning
• Quantitative aptitude
• Numerical ability
• Data interpretation

General Science

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Environmental science

Current Events

• National affairs
• International affairs
• Sports
• Economy
• Government schemes

Indian Polity

• Constitution
• Parliament
• Judiciary
• Governance

Indian History

• Ancient History
• Medieval History
• Modern History
• Freedom Movement

Geography

• Physical Geography
• Indian Geography
• World Geography

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Paper II

Essay Writing

Topics include:

• National security
• Women empowerment
• Climate change
• Internal security
• Education
• Social issues

Precis Writing

Reading Comprehension

Report Writing

Counter Argument Writing

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Physical Standards Test (PST)

Male Candidates

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Female Candidates

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Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Male Candidates

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Female Candidates

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Medical Standards

Candidates should have:

• Good mental health
• Good physical fitness
• No major deformities
• Normal hearing
• Proper eyesight standards

Vision standards:

• Better Eye: 6/6 or 6/9
• Worse Eye: 6/12 or 6/9

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UPSC CAPF Salary 2026

Assistant Commandants receive salary under the 7th Pay Commission.

Officers also receive:

• Free accommodation
• Medical facilities
• Risk allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Leave travel concession
• Pension benefits

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Career Growth

Assistant Commandant → Deputy Commandant → Second-in-Command → Commandant → DIG → IG → ADG → DG

Promotion opportunities are excellent and depend on performance and seniority.

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Why Choose UPSC CAPF?

✅ Group A Gazetted Officer post
✅ Excellent salary package
✅ High social status
✅ Adventure and leadership roles
✅ Pension benefits
✅ Accommodation facilities
✅ Medical benefits
✅ Job security
✅ Promotion opportunities
✅ Opportunity to serve the nation

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Preparation Strategy

Daily Study Plan

• Current Affairs: 1 hour
• General Studies: 3 hours
• Polity & History: 2 hours
• Essay Writing: 1 hour
• Physical Training: 1 hour
• Mock Tests: Weekly

Preparation Tips

• Read newspapers daily.
• Practice previous year question papers.
• Improve essay writing skills.
• Prepare current affairs notes.
• Maintain physical fitness from the beginning.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is UPSC CAPF a Group A job?

Yes, Assistant Commandant is a Group A Gazetted Officer post.

Can final-year students apply?

Yes, subject to fulfilling eligibility requirements before final selection.

Is there negative marking?

Yes, Paper I has one-third negative marking.

Is there an interview?

Yes, there is a Personality Test carrying 150 marks.

What is the salary of an Assistant Commandant?

The monthly salary ranges between ₹80,000 and ₹1,00,000 including allowances.

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Official Links

• UPSC Official Website
• UPSC Online Application Portal
• CAPF Notification Page

 Assistant Commandant (AC)

An Assistant Commandant (AC) in the Central Armed Police Forces is the most junior commissioned officer, a Group A gazetted officer, holding significant leadership and operational responsibilities from day one. You are not just a recruit; you are a leader, tasked with commanding platoons and companies, managing critical operations, and upholding national security.

The role demands exceptional leadership, quick decision-making, and a strong sense of duty. It’s a challenging yet immensely rewarding career, offering a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the nation’s peace and security. For young graduates, the AC post is a coveted position, providing a platform for rapid professional growth, authority, and a life of purpose.

UPSC Application Fee 2026
The UPSC Application Fee 2026 is ₹100 for General, EWS, and OBC male candidates, while SC, ST, PwBD, and all female candidates are exempted from payment. The fee can be paid online or offline through SBI challan during the application process.

UPSC Application Fee 2026
Category Application Fee Payment Mode
General / EWS / OBC (Male) ₹100 Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking) or Offline (SBI Challan)
SC / ST / PwBD / Female (All Categories) ₹0 (Nil) Fee Exempted.

UPSC Eligibility Criteria 2026
To apply for UPSC CSE 2026, candidates must be fulfill the below mentioned UPSC Eligibility Criteria 2026:

Be Indian citizens (or hold eligible nationality as per official criteria).
Be aged between 21 and 32 years as of 1 August 2026 (relaxation available for reserved categories).
Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university (final-year students may apply provisionally).
Meet the maximum attempt limit: 6 for General, 9 for OBC, Unlimited for SC/ST, and relaxations for PwBD categories.
Have no more than the permissible number of chances and satisfy age/educational criteria as on 1 August 2026

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