NEW DELHI: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is inviting applications for CAPF Assistant Commandant 2026 posts. Candidates can submit their applications on the official website, upsc.gov.in.
A total of 349 posts, including 106 for the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) , 108 for the Border Security Force (BSF) , 70 for the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), 53 for the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and 12 for the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), have been issued by the UPSC.
The application window will close on March 12, 2026 and the exam will be tentatively held on July 19, said an official notification.
To view the detailed official notification, click here.
Eligibility criteria
The minimum age limit is 20 years and the maximum is 25 years (born not earlier than August 2, 2001, and not later than August 1, 2006). Further age relaxation will be allowed as per rules.
Bachelor’s degree from any recognised university
Exam fee
Rs 200 for General and Other Backward Classes,
No exam fee for females and other categories.
The payment mode will be online.
Physical test eligibility
Male: Height should be 165 cm, and chest measurements should be between 81 and 86 cm. The 100-meter race must be completed in 16 seconds and the 800-meter race in 3 minutes 45 seconds. Long jump: 3.5 meters (3 chances), and shot put (7.5 kilograms): 4.5 meters.
Female: Height should be 157 cm. The 100-meter race must be completed in 18 seconds and the 800-meter race in 4 minutes 45 seconds. Long jump: 3 meters (3 chances).
How to apply for UPSC CAPF Exam 2026
Step 1: Visit the official website, upsc.gov.in.
Step 2: Click on the “CAPF Assistant Commandant 2026” notification link.
Step 3: Read all the instructions and details provided.
Step 4: Select “Apply Online” and complete the registration process.
Step 5: Fill the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the applicable fee.
Step 6: Submit the application form and download or save the confirmation page for future reference.
For direct link to apply for UPSC CAPF 2026, click here.