SSC Recruitment 2025 – Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs – 3073 Vacancies

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released the SSC CPO Notification 2025 on September 26, 2025, announcing 3,073 vacancies for Sub Inspector positions in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

Recruiting Organization

• Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
• Official Website: https://ssc.gov.in

Posts Available

1. Sub-Inspector (Executive) – Male in Delhi Police
2. Sub-Inspector (Executive) – Female in Delhi Police
3. Sub-Inspector (GD) in various CAPFs:
   • Border Security Force (BSF)
   • Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
   • Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
   • Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP)
   • Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)

📅 IMPORTANT DATES

The online application process started on September 26, 2025, and will remain open until October 16, 2025.

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	26th September 2025
Online Application Start Date	26th September 2025
Online Application End Date	16th October 2025 (23:00 hrs)
Last Date for Online Fee Payment	17th October 2025 (23:00 hrs)
Application Form Correction Window	24th October to 26th October 2025
Computer-Based Examination (Paper I)	November–December 2025 (Tentative)
Helpline Number	1800 309 3063 (Toll-Free)

💼 VACANCY DISTRIBUTION (3073 Total)

1. Sub-Inspector (Executive) Male – Delhi Police: 142 Posts

Category	UR	OBC	SC	ST	EWS	Total
Open	50	27	15	08	14	114
Ex-Servicemen (Others)	04	02	01	01	–	08
Ex-Servicemen (Special)	03	02	01	–	01	06
Departmental (10% Reservation)	06	04	02	01	01	14
Total	63	35	19	10	15	142

2. Sub-Inspector (Executive) Female – Delhi Police: 70 Posts

Category	UR	OBC	SC	ST	EWS	Total
Open	32	17	09	05	07	70

3. Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs: 2861 Posts

Force	Gender	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
CRPF	Male	407	101	272	151	75	1006
	Female	10	02	06	03	02	23
BSF	Male	87	21	57	31	16	212
	Female	04	01	03	02	01	11
ITBP	Male	85	18	52	32	11	198
	Female	15	03	09	06	02	35
CISF	Male	473	116	314	175	86	1164
	Female	53	13	35	19	10	130
SSB	Male	30	07	14	15	05	71
	Female	6	01	04	00	00	11
Grand Total	Male	1082	263	709	404	193	2651
	Female	88	20	57	30	15	210

✅ ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

1. Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University (in any discipline)
• Final year students are NOT eligible to apply

2. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 25 years
• Age calculated as on: August 1, 2025

Age Relaxation:

• OBC: 3 years
• SC/ST: 5 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after military service
• PwD (UR): 10 years
• PwD (OBC): 13 years
• PwD (SC/ST): 15 years

3. Physical Standards

Physical Standard Test (PST)

For Male Candidates:

Category	Height	Chest (Unexpanded)	Chest (Expanded)
General	170 cm	80 cm	85 cm
Hill Areas	165 cm	80 cm	85 cm
Scheduled Tribes	162.5 cm	77 cm	82 cm

For Female Candidates:

Category	Height	Weight
General	157 cm	As per height standards
Hill Areas	155 cm	As per height standards
Scheduled Tribes	154 cm	As per height standards

4. Nationality

• Indian Citizen
• Subject of Nepal
• Subject of Bhutan
• Tibetan refugee (before January 1, 1962)
• Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, East African countries, etc.

📝 SELECTION PROCESS

The selection consists of 4 stages:

Stage 1: Paper I (Computer-Based Examination)

• Objective type questions
• Total Marks: 200
• Duration: 2 hours
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET)

• Qualifying nature (no marks)
• Must meet physical standards

Stage 3: Paper II (Computer-Based Examination)

• Objective type questions on English Language & Comprehension
• Total Marks: 200
• Duration: 2 hours
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Stage 4: Detailed Medical Examination (DME)

• Comprehensive medical fitness test
• Final stage before appointment

📚 EXAM PATTERN

Paper I Exam Pattern The exam includes a sectional timer of 30 minutes per section

Part	Subject	Questions	Marks	Time
I	General Intelligence & Reasoning	50	50	30 min (sectional)
II	General Knowledge & Awareness	50	50	30 min (sectional)
III	Quantitative Aptitude	50	50	30 min (sectional)
IV	English Comprehension	50	50	30 min (sectional)
Total		200	200	2 Hours

Paper II Exam Pattern

Paper II is divided into 4 parts with a sectional timer of 30 minutes for each part

Subject	Questions	Marks	Time
English Language & Comprehension	200	200	2 Hours (with sectional timer)

📖 DETAILED SYLLABUS

Paper I Syllabus

Part A: General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies
• Similarities and Differences
• Space Visualization
• Problem Solving
• Analysis and Judgment
• Decision Making
• Visual Memory
• Discriminating Observation
• Relationship Concepts
• Arithmetical Reasoning
• Verbal and Figure Classification
• Arithmetical Number Series
• Non-Verbal Series
• Coding and Decoding
• Statement Conclusion
• Syllogistic Reasoning

Part B: General Knowledge & General Awareness

• Current Affairs (National & International)
• Indian History & Culture
• Geography (India & World)
• Indian Polity & Constitution
• Economic Scene
• General Policy on Scientific Research
• Sports
• Awards & Honors
• Books & Authors
• Important Days

Part C: Quantitative Aptitude

• Number Systems
• Computation of Whole Numbers
• Decimals and Fractions
• Relationship between Numbers
• Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
• Percentages
• Ratio and Proportion
• Averages
• Interest (Simple & Compound)
• Profit and Loss
• Discount
• Use of Tables and Graphs
• Mensuration
• Time and Distance
• Ratio and Time
• Time and Work
• Data Interpretation

Part D: English Comprehension

• Spot the Error
• Fill in the Blanks
• Synonyms/Antonyms
• Spellings/Detecting Misspelled Words
• Idioms & Phrases
• One Word Substitution
• Improvement of Sentences
• Active/Passive Voice
• Conversion into Direct/Indirect Narration
• Shuffling of Sentence Parts
• Cloze Passage
• Comprehension Passage

Paper II Syllabus

Advanced English Language & Comprehension:

• Vocabulary
• Grammar
• Sentence Structure
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• Usage of Words
• Comprehension
• Error Detection
• Fill in the Blanks
• Cloze Test
• Sentence Rearrangement
• Para Jumbles

🏃 PHYSICAL ENDURANCE TEST (PET) STANDARDS

For Male Candidates:

Test	Standard	Attempts
100m Race	16 seconds	–
1.6 km Race	6.5 minutes	–
Long Jump	3.65 meters	3 chances
High Jump	1.2 meters	3 chances
Shot Put (16 lbs)	4.5 meters	3 chances

For Female Candidates:

Test	Standard	Attempts
100m Race	18 seconds	–
800m Race	4 minutes	–
Long Jump	2.7 meters	3 chances
High Jump	0.9 meters	3 chances

💰 APPLICATION FEE

Category	Fee Amount
General/OBC/EWS	₹100/-
SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women Candidates	NIL (No Fee)

Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, UPI, Debit/Credit Card)

Note: Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

📝 HOW TO APPLY ONLINE

Step-by-Step Application Process:

Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR)

• Visit official website: https://ssc.gov.in
• Complete One-Time Registration on the new SSC portal
• Old SSC website OTR will not work for this recruitment

Step 2: Login

• Use your Registration ID and password to log in

Step 3: Fill Application Form

• Click on “Apply” for SSC CPO 2025
• Fill in all required details:
  • Personal Information
  • Educational Qualifications
  • Contact Details
  • Exam Centre Preference
  • Category Information

Step 4: Upload Documents Required documents in prescribed format:

• Recent passport-size photograph (JPEG format, 20-50 KB)
• Signature (JPEG format, 10-20 KB)
• ID Proof
• Educational Certificates
• Category Certificate (if applicable)

Step 5: Pay Application Fee

• Choose payment mode (Net Banking/UPI/Debit/Credit Card)
• Complete payment

Step 6: Submit & Download

• Preview all details carefully
• Submit the application
• Download and print the application form and payment receipt

💵 SALARY & PAY SCALE

The salary of successful candidates ranges from ₹35,400 to ₹112,400

Pay Structure:

• Pay Level: Level 6 (7th CPC)
• Basic Pay: ₹35,400 – ₹112,400
• Grade Pay: As per 7th CPC norms

Additional Benefits:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Transport Allowance
• Medical Benefits
• Pension & Gratuity
• Leave Travel Concession
• Group Insurance
• Government Accommodation (subject to availability)

In-Hand Salary: Approximately ₹50,000 – ₹55,000 per month (including all allowances)

📊 PREVIOUS YEAR CUT-OFF MARKS (2024)

Cut-off marks are released separately for males and females across different categories

Paper I Cut-Off (Out of 200 Marks)

Category	Female	Male	Male (Departmental – Delhi Police)
UR	135.27	119.80	134.59
EWS	127.40	111.44	109.17
OBC	128.64	113.51	125.06
SC	106.75	89.86	96.86
ST	98.11	82.66	88.19
Ex-Servicemen	42.69	40.07	–

Note: Cut-offs vary each year based on difficulty level, number of candidates, and vacancies.

📚 RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR PREPARATION

General Intelligence & Reasoning:

• A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal
• Analytical Reasoning by M.K. Pandey

Quantitative Aptitude:

• Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma
• Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal

English Language:

• Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi
• Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
• English Language and Comprehension by Arihant Experts
• Descriptive General English by S.P. Bakshi

General Knowledge & Awareness:

• Manorama Yearbook 2025 by Mammen Mathew
• Quick General Awareness by Disha Publication
• Lucent’s General Knowledge

💡 PREPARATION TIPS

1. For Written Examination:

• Create a Study Schedule: Allocate time to each subject based on your strengths and weaknesses
• Focus on Basics: Build strong fundamentals in Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning
• Practice Daily: Solve at least 50-100 questions daily
• Mock Tests: Take full-length mock tests regularly to improve speed and accuracy
• Previous Year Papers: Solve last 5-10 years’ question papers
• Current Affairs: Read newspapers daily and maintain monthly current affairs notes
• Revision: Revise important formulas, facts, and concepts weekly
• Time Management: Practice with sectional timers as the actual exam has 30-minute sectional timers

2. For Physical Tests:

• Start Early: Begin physical training at least 3-4 months before PET
• Regular Practice: Practice running, long jump, high jump, and shot put daily
• Build Stamina: Focus on cardiovascular endurance through regular running
• Proper Diet: Maintain a balanced diet with adequate protein
• Warm-up: Always warm up before physical activities to prevent injuries
• Consistency: Regular practice is key to meeting PET standards

3. General Tips:

• Stay Updated: Follow SSC’s official website for notifications and updates
• Join Online Forums: Connect with other aspirants for tips and motivation
• Maintain Health: Ensure adequate sleep and manage stress
• Document Preparation: Keep all certificates ready well in advance
• Attempt Strategy: Attempt easier questions first, then move to difficult ones

⚠️ IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

1. Application can only be submitted online – No offline applications accepted
2. One-Time Registration must be done on the new SSC website (ssc.gov.in)
3. The exam pattern has been revised with sectional timers of 30 minutes for each section in both Paper 1 and Paper 2
4. Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
5. Physical tests are qualifying in nature – no marks awarded
6. Medical examination is mandatory after clearing all stages
7. Application fee is non-refundable
8. Keep your Registration ID and password safe for future reference
9. Download and print the submitted application form
10. Candidates must meet both PST and PET standards to qualify

📞 CONTACT INFORMATION

• Official Website: https://ssc.gov.in
• Helpline Number: 1800 309 3063 (Toll-Free)
• Email: For queries, check the official SSC website for relevant email addresses

🔗 USEFUL LINKS

• Official Notification: Available on ssc.gov.in
• Apply Online: https://ssc.gov.in (Registration & Application Portal)
• Admit Card Download: Will be available on the official website before the exam
• Result: Will be published on ssc.gov.in

Good luck with your preparation! Stay focused, work hard on both written preparation and physical fitness, and you’ll achieve success in SSC CPO 2025! 💪📚