The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the much-awaited SSC CPO Notification 2025, announcing a massive recruitment drive for 3073 Sub-Inspector (SI) posts. This is a golden opportunity for graduates aspiring to join the Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).
The SSC CPO exam is conducted annually to fill SI posts in:
- Border Security Force (BSF)
- Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
- Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
- Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
- Delhi Police
These positions fall under Group โBโ (Non-Gazetted) and Group โCโ (Non-Gazetted) categories.
SSC CPO Recruitment 2025: At a Glance
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC CPO 2025 |
| Conducting Authority | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police & CAPFs |
| Total Vacancies | 3073 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Pay Scale | Level 6 (โน35,400 – โน1,12,400) per month |
| Job Basis | Regular |
Crucial Dates to Remember
- Notification Release Date: 26th September 2025
- Application Start Date: 26th September 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 16th October 2025 (11:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 17th October 2025 (11:00 PM)
- Correction Window: 24th โ 26th October 2025 (11:00 PM)
- Paper-I Exam Date (CBT): NovemberโDecember 2025
- Admit Card: 3โ4 days before exam
โ ๏ธ Note: Some sources suggest dates may be updated. Always confirm on the official SSC website.
SSC CPO 2025 Vacancy Breakdown
A total of 3073 vacancies have been announced.
Force & Gender-Wise Distribution
| Force | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Police | Male | 63 | 15 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 142/222 |
| Delhi Police | Female | 32 | 07 | 17 | 09 | 05 | 70 |
| CRPF | Male | 407 | 101 | 272 | 151 | 75 | 1006 |
| CRPF | Female | 10 | 02 | 06 | 03 | 02 | 23 |
| BSF | Male | 87 | 21 | 57 | 31 | 16 | 212 |
| BSF | Female | 04 | 01 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 11 |
| ITBP | Male | 85 | 18 | 52 | 32 | 11 | 198 |
| ITBP | Female | 15 | 03 | 09 | 06 | 02 | 35 |
| CISF | Male | 473 | 116 | 314 | 175 | 86 | 1164 |
| CISF | Female | 53 | 13 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 130 |
| SSB | Male | 30 | 07 | 14 | 15 | 05 | 71 |
| SSB | Female | 06 | 01 | 04 | 00 | 00 | 11 |
Grand Total:
- Male: 2651
- Female: 210
Special Delhi Police Breakdown
- Delhi Police (Male โ 142 posts):
- 114 Open
- 08 Ex-Servicemen (Others)
- 06 Ex-Servicemen (Special Category)
- 14 Departmental Candidates
- Delhi Police (Female โ 70 posts):
- All Open
SSC CPO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality
- Must be an Indian citizen OR a subject of Nepal/Bhutan with eligibility certificate.
2. Age Limit
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 25 years (as of 1st August 2025)
- DOB must be between 2nd August 2000 โ 1st August 2005
- Age relaxations:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years (after military service)
- Widows/Divorced/Separated Women (UR): 35 years
- Widows/Divorced/Separated Women (SC/ST): 40 years
- Departmental Candidates (UR/OBC/SC/ST): Up to 30/33/35 years
3. Educational Qualification
- Bachelorโs Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- Mandatory for Delhi Police (Male SI): LMV (Car & Motorcycle) Driving License.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: โน100
- SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted
- Correction Charges: โน200 (first), โน500 (second)
- Payment Mode: Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI
SSC CPO 2025 Selection Process
- Paper-I: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- PST & PET (Physical Standard & Endurance Test)
- Paper-II: CBT
- Medical Examination (DME)
- Document Verification (DV)
SSC CPO Exam Pattern 2025
Paper-I
| Subject | Qs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 50 | 50 |
| Total: 200 Qs โ 200 Marks โ 2 hours |
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Paper-II
| Subject | Qs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language & Comprehension | 200 | 200 |
| Duration: 2 hours | Negative Marking: 0.25 |
Physical Standards (PST)
| Gender | Category | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | Gen/OBC/SC | 170 cm | 80-85 cm |
| Male | ST | 162.5 cm | 77-82 cm |
| Female | Gen/OBC/SC | 157 cm | NA |
| Female | ST | 154 cm | NA |
Physical Endurance Test (PET)
For Male
- 100m race: 16 sec
- 1.6 km race: 6.5 min
- Long Jump: 3.65m (3 chances)
- High Jump: 1.2m (3 chances)
- Shot Put: 4.5m (3 chances)
For Female
- 100m race: 18 sec
- 800m race: 4 min
- Long Jump: 2.7m (3 chances)
- High Jump: 0.9m (3 chances)
How to Apply for SSC CPO 2025
- Visit ssc.gov.in or ssc.nic.in
- Complete One-Time Registration (new users)
- Login โ Select SSC CPO SI 2025 Application
- Fill details carefully
- Upload scanned documents & live photo
- Pay application fee online
- Submit & print application
SSC CPO 2025 FAQs
Q1. When was SSC CPO 2025 Notification released?
26th September 2025.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
3073 Sub-Inspector posts.
Q3. What is the application window?
26th Sept โ 16th Oct 2025 (11:00 PM).
Q4. What is the age limit?
20โ25 years (with relaxations for reserved categories).
Q5. Last date for fee payment?
17th Oct 2025 (11:00 PM).
Q6. Can I correct my application?
Yes, between 24th โ 26th Oct 2025.
Q7. When is the exam?
Paper-I CBT will be held in NovโDec 2025.
