The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the SSC CPO 2025 Recruitment to fill Sub-Inspector (SI) positions in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). The online registration process has started on SSC’s official website, and eligible candidates can apply within the given time frame.
This recruitment drive is a great chance for aspirants who wish to build a career in law enforcement under the central government. Both male and female candidates can apply.
SSC CPO 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC CPO 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector (SI) |
| Departments | Delhi Police, CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | www.ssc.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 26 September 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 26 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 October 2025 |
| Exam Date | November–December 2025 |
Vacancy Details & Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Sub-Inspector (SI & GD) | 3073 | Graduate Degree |
Educational Eligibility
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university is required.
- For SI in Delhi Police (Male): a valid LMV Driving License (Motorbike & Car) is mandatory at the time of the Physical Test.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women | Nil |
Payment Mode: Online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI).
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years (after deduction of service)
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted in multiple stages:
- Paper 1 (CBT)
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Paper 2 (CBT)
- Medical Examination
Final selection will depend on performance in all stages and medical fitness.
Exam Pattern
Paper 1
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Paper 2
- Subject: English Language & Comprehension
- Questions: 200 | Marks: 200 | Time: 2 Hours
Physical Standards (PST)
| Category | Height (Male) | Height (Female) | Chest (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR/OBC/SC | 170 cm | 157 cm | 80 cm (expandable 5 cm) |
| ST | 162.5 cm | 154 cm | 77 cm (expandable 5 cm) |
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
For Male Candidates:
- 100m race in 16 sec
- 1.6 km race in 6.5 min
- Long Jump: 3.65m (3 attempts)
- High Jump: 1.2m (3 attempts)
- Shot Put (16 lbs): 4.5m (3 attempts)
For Female Candidates:
- 100m race in 18 sec
- 800m race in 4 min
- Long Jump: 2.7m (3 attempts)
- High Jump: 0.9m (3 attempts)
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online through SSC Official Website.
Steps:
- Visit the SSC website.
- Register/Login with credentials.
- Fill in the SSC CPO 2025 application form.
- Upload required documents & pay the fee.
- Submit and take a printout for reference.
Important Links
| SSC CPO 2025 Notification | Notification |
| SSC CPO 2025 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| SSC Official Website | SSC |
✨ This notification provides a golden opportunity for graduates who wish to join Delhi Police or CAPFs as Sub-Inspectors. Eligible candidates should not miss applying before the last date.