UPSC CAPF Notification 2026 Delayed: Official Notice, New Dates

UPSC CAPF Notification 2026 postponed. Read the official update, expected timeline, eligibility, exam pattern, physical standards and a 6-step checklist for aspirants. Check upsc.gov.in for live updates.

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The UPSC CAPF Notification 2026 has been officially postponed, leaving thousands of aspirants confused who are preparing for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Exam 2026. The notification, which was scheduled to be released on 18 February 2026, has been postponed. The new notification date will be announced soon on the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (upsc.gov.in).

UPSC CAPF Notification 2026 Postponed

The UPSC has clearly mentioned that the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination, 2026, which was scheduled to be notified on 18 February 2026, has been postponed for administrative reasons. The notification will be released by the Commission later.

As a result:

The UPSC CAPF application form 2026 has not started
The detailed vacancy notification is yet to be released
Candidates must wait for the revised announcement

Aspirants are strongly advised to check the official UPSC website regularly for updates regarding the UPSC CAPF AC Notification 2026 PDF and application dates.

UPSC CAPF 2026 Overview

The UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Exam is a highly respected national-level recruitment exam held every year for the post of Assistant Commandant in the Central Armed Police Forces of India. This recruitment provides a Group A Gazetted Officer job with administrative and career advancement opportunities. Aspiring candidates seeking a job in the paramilitary forces should go through the details of the exam provided below.

Particular	Details
Exam Name	UPSC CAPF AC 2026
Conducting Body	UPSC
Post Name	Assistant Commandant
Exam Level	National Level
Application Mode	Online
Exam Date	19 July 2026 (as per calendar)
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

What is UPSC CAPF AC Exam?

The UPSC CAPF AC Exam is conducted annually to recruit Group A Gazetted Officers in India’s paramilitary 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)

Assistant Commandants lead battalions, manage operational units, maintain internal security, and perform critical law and order duties.

UPSC CAPF 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	Postponed
Application Start Date	To be announced
Last Date to Apply	To be announced
Admit Card Release	July 2026 (Expected)
UPSC CAPF 2026 Exam Date	19 July 2026
Result Date	To be announced

UPSC CAPF Vacancy 2026

The details regarding the UPSC CAPF Vacancy 2026 will be published in the official notification. The vacancies will be allocated for BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB.

In the previous years, the number of vacancies varied between 300 to 350. The number of posts for 2026 will be confirmed after the release of the notification.

UPSC CAPF Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must meet the eligibility conditions related to education, age limit, and nationality.

Educational Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
Final-year students are eligible to apply provisionally.
NCC ‘B’ Certificate holders receive 3% weightage.
NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders receive 5% weightage.

Nationality

Must be an Indian citizen.
Citizens of Nepal or Bhutan are eligible.
Other candidates require special approval from the Government of India.

UPSC CAPF Age Limit 2026

As of 1 August 2025:

Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 25 years
Candidates must be born between 2 August 2000 and 1 August 2005.

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
OBC	3 years
SC/ST	5 years
Ex-Servicemen	5 years
J&K Domicile	5 years
Central Government Employees	5 years

UPSC CAPF Selection Process 2026

The selection process consists of three stages:

1. Written Examination

Paper I (Objective – 250 marks)
Paper II (Descriptive – 200 marks)

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Medical Test

3. Personality Test / Interview (150 Marks)

Final merit is based on written examination and interview performance.

UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern 2026

Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper I	General Ability & Intelligence	250	2 Hours
Paper II	General Studies, Essay & Comprehension	200	3 Hours
Interview	Personality Test	150	—

Paper I includes negative marking of one-third for each incorrect answer.

UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2026

Paper I Topics

General Science
Current Affairs
Indian Polity
Indian Economy
History of India
Geography
Mental Ability

Paper II Topics

Essay Writing
Comprehension
Précis Writing
Grammar & Language Skills

UPSC CAPF Syllabus

UPSC CAPF Physical Standards & PET 2026

Test	Male	Female
100m Race	16 seconds	18 seconds
800m Race	3 min 45 sec	4 min 45 sec
Long Jump	3.5 meters	3.0 meters
Shot Put	4.5 meters	NA

Candidates must also meet prescribed height, chest, and weight standards.

UPSC CAPF Salary 2026

The UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Salary 2026 is attractive and includes multiple allowances.

Component	Amount (₹)
Basic Pay	15,600
Grade Pay	5,400
Dearness Allowance	26,250
Gross Salary	51,480
Estimated Deductions	7,345
In-Hand Salary	₹44,135

Additionally, Assistant Commandants receive:

House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Travel Allowance
Medical Benefits
Risk & Hardship Allowance
Pension & Retirement Benefits

Under the 7th CPC, officers fall under Pay Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500).

UPSC CAPF AC Salary 2026

UPSC CAPF Admit Card 2026

The UPSC CAPF 2026 Admit Card will be released online before the examination. Candidates must download it from the official website using their registration credentials.