SSC CPO Recruitment 2026
The SSC CPO 2026 examination is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for graduates seeking Sub-Inspector (SI) positions in Delhi Police and CAPFs. The recruitment process includes a computer-based examination along with applicable physical and medical tests. Candidates must meet the prescribed eligibility, educational, and age requirements mentioned in the official notification. The written exam covers Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness. Effective SSC CPO preparation should include syllabus-based study, previous-year questions, mock tests, regular revision, and dedicated physical training. Aspirants should check the official SSC notification for the latest vacancies, dates, eligibility, and selection process.
| Exam Particular | Details |
| Exam Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Sub Inspector (Executive) Delhi Police & Sub Inspector GD CAPFs |
| Number of Vacancies | 3709 |
| Application Start Date | May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 2026 |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Frequency | Annual |
| Salary | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SYLLABUS FOR SSC (CPO) CENTRAL POLICE ORGANISATION
SI
In Delhi Police and CAPF (Central Armed Police Force)
Mathematics |
Basic Calculation, Number System, Decimal Fraction, Simplification, Square Roots & Cube Roots, Surds & Indices, HCF & LCM, Time & Work, Pipe & Cistern, Problem on Trains, Time and Distance, Boat & Stream, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Mixture & Allegation, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Partnership, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Algebra, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Geometry, Data Interpretation, Probability, Statistics. |
General Studies |
History, Geography, Polity, Economy, General Science, Current Affairs. |
General English |
Verb, Tense, Passive Voice, Narration, Question Tag, Subject-Verb Agreement, Conditional Sentences, Identifying Parts of Speech, Infinitive, Gerund, Participle, Inversion, Mood, Noun, Pronoun, Adjective, Conjunction, Article, Preposition, Adverb, Parallelism. |
Other |
Word Arrangement, Sentence Improvement, Cloze Test, Superfluous Expressions, Comprehension, Fill in the Blanks, Detecting Error. |
Vocabularies |
Word Often Confused & Misused, Vocabularies from Root, Synonyms & Antonyms, One Word Substitution, Idioms & Phrases, Phrasal Verbs, Spellings. |
Reasoning |
Coding-Decoding, Analogy, Classification, Direction Test, Blood Relation, Coded Relationship, Pair and Word Formation, Sitting Arrangement, Ranking Test, Logical Arrangement of Words, Alpha/Numeric/Symbol Series, Venn Diagram, Missing Number, Calendar and Clock, Coded Inequality, Puzzle Test, Cube, Cuboid and Dice, Syllogism, Input and Output, Mathematical Reasoning, Data Sufficiency, Letter Series and Number Series, Finding Day, Date and Time, Word Building, Numerical Operations, Address Matching, Symbolic Operations. |
Non Verbal Reasoning |
4, 5 and 7 Figure Series, Analogy, Classification, Mirror Image and Water Images, Embedded Figure, Counting the Figures, Paper Cutting, Paper Folding. |
Exam Conducted – Once in a Year
| Age | General | 20 to 25 Years |
| OBC | 20 to 28 Years | |
| SC / ST | 20 to 30 Years | |
| Qualification | SI in Delhi Police & CAPF {BSF (SI),CISF (SI),CRPF (SI),ITBP (SI),SSB (SI)} | Graduation in Any Stream |
Scheme of Exam : Written Examination in two phases, Physical Endurance Test and Medical Examination
Pattern of Exam: Objective Type (Online)
| Paper 1 (2 hour) | ||
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
| Mathematics | 50 | 50 |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| English | 50 | 50 |
| General Studies | 50 | 50 |
| 200 | 200 | |
Note – There will be negative marking of 0.25 for each wrong answer
Paper – II is evaluated for only those candidates who qualify Paper I and Physical Test.
| Paper 2 (2 hour) | ||
| Subject | Question | Marks |
| English language & Comprehension | 200 | 200 |
Note – There will be negative marking of 0.25 for each wrong answer
Weight: Corresponding to height (for all posts)
| S. No. | Category of candidates | Height (in cm) | Chest (in cm) | |
| Unexpanded | Expanded | |||
| (i) | Male candidates except those listed at S No (ii) and (iii) | 170 | 80 | 85 |
| (ii) | Candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions, North-Eastern States and Sikkim. | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| (iii) | All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 | 77 | 82 |
| (iv) | Female candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions, North- Eastern States and Sikkim | 155 | - | - |
| (v) | All female candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 154 | - | - |
Physical Endurance Test (PET) (For all posts):
For male candidates: |
For female candidates: |
| 100 metre race in 16 seconds 1.6 Kms race in 6.5 minutes Long Jump: 3.65 metre in 3 chances High Jump : 1.2 metre in 3 chances Shot put (16 Lbs): 4.5 metre in 3 chances | 100 metre race in 18 seconds 800 metre race in 4 minutes Long Jump: 2.7 metre in 3 chances High Jump: 0.9 metre in 3 chances. |
Why Choose Chanakya College Dehradun for SSC CPO Preparation in India?
Chanakya College Dehradun offers a structured SSC CPO coaching programme with experienced faculty, regular classes, practice sessions, mock tests, and doubt-solving support. Its fully residential coaching programme provides a disciplined environment that helps students maintain focus and consistency throughout their preparation.
SSC CPO is a national-level recruitment examination conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in Delhi Police and CAPFs. The selection process includes written examinations along with applicable physical and medical assessments.
The coaching programme focuses on concept clarity, regular practice, revision, and performance evaluation. Students receive subject-wise guidance and opportunities to improve their speed and accuracy through continuous practice and testing.
Students benefit from a focused learning environment, systematic preparation, faculty guidance, regular practice, and doubt-solving support. The residential setup also encourages discipline, time management, and consistent study habits.
The teaching approach emphasizes clear concepts and practical problem-solving rather than rote learning. Students learn the fundamentals first and then apply them through exam-oriented questions and regular practice.
Strong conceptual understanding helps students solve different types of questions with greater accuracy and confidence. Clear fundamentals also make it easier to handle changes in question patterns and reduce avoidable mistakes.
Regular SSC CPO mock tests help students become familiar with the exam pattern, manage time, improve speed, and identify weak areas. Performance analysis allows aspirants to make targeted improvements before the examination.
Yes. The preparation approach starts with fundamental concepts and gradually progresses to exam-level questions. Beginners receive guidance on the SSC CPO syllabus, study planning, practice, and revision, helping them build a strong foundation and prepare systematically.