Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released an official notification for recruitment to the post of Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Examination 2026 in Central Police Organisations (CPO) for 1871 vacancies. Eligible candidates may apply online through the official SSC website ssc.gov.in from 10th September 2026 till the last date of application submission 30th September 2026 for SI in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) Examination 2026.
Get an instant breakdown of eligibility, category-wise vacancy distribution, syllabus highlights, and preparation strategy tailored for this notice.
When applying for the SSC CPO SI 2026 exam, candidates must ensure their essential qualifications are met strictly by the cut-off date of 30-09-2026. A common mistake during registration is uploading blurry passport-sized photographs or incorrect signature dimensions, which can lead to application rejection. Take advantage of the correction window from 08-10-2026 to 10-10-2026 if any inadvertent errors need fixing. Note that the physical endurance and medical standards are strictly evaluated after the computer-based test, so preparation for both written and physical rounds should run concurrently.
Total Vacancies
1. Sub Inspector in Delhi Police and Sub Inspector (GD) in CAPFs:
Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
The candidates who have appeared in their Bachelor's degree or equivalent examination can also apply; however they must possess Essential Qualification on or before the cut-off date; i.e., 30.09.2026.
2. For Sub Inspector (Fire):
Bachelor's degree in science with physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or equivalent; OR Matriculation or equivalent and three years diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automoblies, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical, Telecommunication Engineering OR equivalent examination passed. The higher qualification i.e. B.Tech/ M.Tech in relevant fields can be allowed as the same will be value addition for the post subject to basic qualification (Diploma) being there.
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 77 | 49 | 27 | 13 | 18 | 184 |
| Ex-Servicemen (others) | 05 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 12 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Special Category) | 05 | 02 | 01 | - | 01 | 09 |
| Total Post | 87 | 54 | 30 | 14 | 20 | 205 |
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 47 | 30 | 16 | 08 | 11 | 112 |
| CAPFs | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRPF | Male | 90 | 23 | 61 | 34 | 17 | 225 | 254 |
| Female | 12 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 29 | ||
| BSF | Male | 178 | 43 | 117 | 65 | 32 | 435 | 457 |
| Female | 9 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 22 | ||
| ITBP | Male | 89 | 21 | 30 | 18 | 1 | 159 | 187 |
| Female | 16 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 28 | ||
| CISF | Male | 82 | 20 | 54 | 30 | 14 | 200 | 250 |
| Female | 21 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 4 | 50 | ||
| SSB | Male | 103 | 11 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 154 | 172 |
| Female | 1 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 18 | ||
| Total | Male | 542 | 118 | 280 | 163 | 70 | 1173 | 1320 |
| Female | 59 | 20 | 39 | 20 | 9 | 147 |
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | 75 | 52 | 16 | 17 | 234 |
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs: The post carries pay scale of Level-6 (Rs.35,400 - Rs.1,12,400/-) and is classified as Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial.
Sub-Inspector (Executive) - (Male/ Female) in Delhi Police: The post carries pay scale of Level-6 (Rs.35,400 - Rs.1,12,400/-) and is classified as Group 'C' by Delhi Police.
Sub-Inspector (Fire)- (Male) in CISF: The post carries pay scale of Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 - Rs.1,12,400/-) and is classified as Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial.
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