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SSC CPO 2026 preparation

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SSC CPO 2026: Overview

SSC CPO is the popular name of the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) Examination. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) holds it every year. It is one of the main routes for graduates to join the police as a Sub-Inspector (SI), a supervisory rank above Constable and Head Constable.

Posts covered (2026 cycle)

  • Sub-Inspector (Executive), Delhi Police: male and female, Group C
  • Sub-Inspector (GD), CAPFs: in BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP and SSB, Group B (Non-Gazetted)
  • Sub-Inspector (Fire), CISF: male only, Group B (Non-Gazetted)

Selection stages

  1. Paper-I (computer-based test)
  2. Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET), qualifying
  3. Paper-II (computer-based test)
  4. Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and document verification

Final merit and post allotment depend on your Paper-II marks and the post preferences you give.

Key facts (2026 cycle)

ItemDetails
Conducting bodyStaff Selection Commission (SSC)
Official websitessc.gov.in
Notification10 September 2026
Total vacancies (tentative)1,871 (Delhi Police 317, CAPFs 1,320, CISF SI Fire 234)
QualificationBachelor's degree (B.Sc. PCM or engineering diploma for SI Fire)
Age limit20 to 25 years as on 1 August 2026 (18 to 30 for SI Fire, CISF)
Application feeRs 100 (women, SC, ST and eligible ex-servicemen exempt)
Paper-I date23 to 28 November 2026 (revised)
PayPay Level 6: Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400

Current status (as of 4 November 2026)

Applications for 2026 are closed. Paper-I is scheduled from 23 to 28 November 2026. The earlier 2025 cycle is still running: its PET/PST result came out on 29 October 2026, and 10,676 candidates qualified for Paper-II, which is tentatively on 28 November 2026.

Use the tabs above for the notification, how to apply, exam pattern, eligibility, syllabus, dates, salary, admit card, result and cut-off.

Source: SSC notice for SI in Delhi Police & CAPFs Exam 2026, dated 10.09.2026 (PDF copy), Careers360 News (CPO 2026 notification), Careers360 News (revised exam dates), CareerIndia (PET/PST result)

SSC CPO: previous year papers & tests

SSC CPO Paper I 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024

33 papers · 6,600 questions

SSC CPO Paper II 2021, 2025

3 papers · 600 questions

How to prepare for SSC CPO with airGurukul

  1. Read the official notification first. Note the eligibility, exam pattern and syllabus given by the recruiting body, and plan your study around it.
  2. Join free live classes. Daily classes on airGurukul SSC Exams on YouTube cover Maths, Reasoning, English, GK/GS and subject topics.
  3. Practise previous year questions. Solve real papers from the papers above to understand the level and the repeated topics.
  4. Take timed mock tests. Attempt online tests, check your rank and revise your weak sections.
  5. Stay updated. Follow airGurukul Updates for notifications, admit cards, results and answer keys.

Exam dates, vacancies, fees and eligibility change every year – always confirm them in the official notification.

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SSC CPO SI Exam Date 2026: 1871 Sub Inspector Posts

The SSC CPO SI Exam Date 2026 has been announced in the supplied recruitment details for the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Central Police Organisation Sub-Inspector examination. This recruitment…

27 Oct 20266 min read

SSC CPO SI Answer Key 2025 Out — Download Paper-I Answer Key

SSC has released the SSC CPO SI Answer Key 2025 for Paper-I. Candidates can download the answer key, question paper, and response sheet online and raise objections until 27 December 2025. This guide explains how to check your answers, calculate marks, and understand the next stages in the selection process.

26 Dec 20253 min read

SSC CPO SI Admit Card 2025 Out – Download Link

SSC has released the CPO SI Tier-1 Admit Card 2025. Candidates can now download their hall ticket and check the exam centre and schedule. Get the direct link, steps to download, and important guidelines.

8 Dec 20253 min read

SSC CPO SI Exam City 2025: Paper-I City Slip Out Now

SSC CPO SI Exam City 2025 details are now out. Candidates can check their exam city, center, and exam date for Paper-I scheduled from 9 to 12 December 2025. Direct link, steps & FAQs included.

30 Nov 20253 min read

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Frequently asked questions

Does airGurukul have free classes for SSC CPO?

Yes. airGurukul has 385 free classes related to SSC CPO on its YouTube channels and website, with new live classes added regularly.

Where can I find previous year papers of SSC CPO?

Previous year papers are available in the airGurukul Library and as online tests in the Test Series section – see the links on this page.

Where should I check the official SSC CPO notification, eligibility and exam date?

Always check the official notification on the recruiting body's official website for eligibility, vacancies, fees and exam dates. airGurukul Updates also posts important news when it is announced.

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