The SSC CAPF and Delhi Police SI Recruitment 2025 notification is out, opening the doors for aspirants dreaming of a career in uniformed services. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced 4000+ vacancies for Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) such as CRPF, CISF, BSF, ITBP, and SSB. With attractive salaries, perks, and career growth opportunities, this is one of the most awaited job openings for graduates. In this article, we’ll cover important dates, eligibility, exam pattern, vacancies, salary, and the application process in detail.
SSC CAPF and Delhi Police SI Recruitment 2025-Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Posts | Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (Male & Female) and Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs (CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, SSB) |
| Total Vacancies | 3,289+ (tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration Dates | 26 September 2025 – 16 October 2025 (till 11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 October 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 24 – 26 October 2025 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Dates | November – December 2025 (tentative) |
| Selection Process | Paper I → PET/PST → Paper II → Medical Test → Final Merit |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree (any stream) Driving Licence required for Delhi Police SI (Male) |
| Pay Scale (Salary) | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) + allowances |
Important Dates – SSC CAPF and Delhi Police SI 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Notification | 26 September 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 26 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 October 2025 (till 11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 17 October 2025 (till 11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 24 – 26 October 2025 |
| Paper I Examination | November – December 2025 (tentative) |
| Admit Card Release (Paper I) | 10–15 days before exam |
| Result of Paper I | January 2026 (tentative) |
| PET / PST Schedule | February – March 2026 |
| Paper II Examination | April – May 2026 (tentative) |
| Final Result (with Medical Test) | Mid-2026 (expected) |
Application Fee — SSC CAPF and Delhi Police SI Recruitment 2025
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | ₹100 |
| OBC | ₹100 |
| EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST/Ex-Servicemen (ESM)/Female | Exempted (No Fee) |
Mode of Payment:
- Online through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI.
- Offline challan is not accepted — payment must be online only.
Age Limit — SSC CAPF and Delhi Police SI Recruitment 2025
| Category | Age Limit | Relaxation (Upper Age) |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 20 – 25 years | No relaxation |
| OBC | 20 – 25 years | +3 years (up to 28 years) |
| SC / ST | 20 – 25 years | +5 years (up to 30 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 20 – 25 years | +3 years after deduction of military service |
| Departmental Candidates (Delhi Police – SI, with 3 years service) | 20 – 25 years | UR: up to 35 yrs OBC: up to 38 yrs SC/ST: up to 40 yrs |
| Widows / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) | 20 – 25 years | UR: up to 35 yrs OBC: up to 38 yrs SC/ST: up to 40 yrs |
Eligibility Criteria — SSC CAPF and Delhi Police SI Recruitment 2025
Nationality / Citizenship
- Candidate must be either:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal, or
- A subject of Bhutan.
- Candidates from Nepal or Bhutan must produce a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
Educational Qualification
- Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
- Final-year students are eligible to apply, but the degree must be obtained before the closing date of application.
Special Requirement for Delhi Police (Male Candidates Only)
- Must have a valid Driving Licence for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) on the date fixed for Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT).
- Candidates without a valid licence at PE&MT will not be allowed to participate.
Vacancy Details — SSC CAPF and Delhi Police SI Recruitment 2025
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released 3366 vacancies for the post of Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs. Below is the complete category-wise and force-wise breakup.
Delhi Police Sub-Inspector (Executive) – Male
| Category | Open | Ex-Servicemen (Others) | Ex-Servicemen (Special Category) | Departmental (10%) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 50 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 63 |
| OBC | 27 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 35 |
| SC | 15 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 19 |
| ST | 8 | 1 | – | 1 | 10 |
| EWS | 14 | – | – | 1 | 15 |
| Total | 114 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 142 |
Delhi Police Sub-Inspector (Executive) – Female
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 32 |
| OBC | 17 |
| SC | 9 |
| ST | 5 |
| EWS | 7 |
| Total | 70 |
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs
| Force | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | Grand Total | Ex-Servicemen (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRPF | Male | 407 | 101 | 272 | 151 | 75 | 1006 | 1029 | 103 |
| Female | 10 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 23 | |||
| BSF | Male | 87 | 21 | 57 | 31 | 16 | 212 | 223 | 22 |
| Female | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 | |||
| ITBP | Male | 85 | 18 | 52 | 32 | 11 | 198 | 233 | 23 |
| Female | 15 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 35 | |||
| CISF | Male | 473 | 116 | 314 | 175 | 86 | 1164 | 1294 | 130 |
| Female | 53 | 13 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 130 | |||
| SSB | Male | 30 | 7 | 14 | 15 | 5 | 71 | 82 | 8 |
| Female | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 | |||
| Total | Male | 1082 | 263 | 709 | 404 | 193 | 2651 | 2861 | 286 |
| Female | 88 | 20 | 57 | 30 | 15 | 210 |
According to SSC, the total CAPF vacancies are:
- Male: 2,651 (with 286 reserved for Ex-Servicemen)
- Female: 210
- Overall (CAPFs only): 2,861
Physical Standards
Candidates must meet minimum physical standards (height, chest, weight) as per SSC norms:
Male Candidates
- Height: 170 cm (relaxations for some categories)
- Chest: 80 cm (expanded 85 cm)
- Running: 100m in 16 sec / 1.6 km in 6.5 min
- Long Jump: 3.65m in 3 chances
- High Jump: 1.2m in 3 chances
- Shot Put: 16 lbs – 4.5m in 3 chances
Female Candidates:
- Height: 157 cm (relaxations for SC/ST/other categories)
- Running: 100m in 18 sec / 800m in 4 min
- Long Jump: 2.7m
- High Jump: 0.9m
How to Apply — SSC CAPF and Delhi Police SI Recruitment 2025
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit Official Website
- Go to the SSC official portal → ssc.gov.in
- One-Time Registration (OTR)
- New candidates must complete OTR before applying.
- Provide basic details (Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Date of Birth, Aadhaar number, Category, etc.).
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph (real-time capture or scanned, as per SSC guidelines).
- Upload a scanned signature in the required format.
- Login with Credentials
- Use your Registration Number and Password to log in.
- Fill Application Form
- Select SSC CAPF & Delhi Police SI Recruitment 2025 under “Latest Notifications”.
- Enter personal, academic, and communication details.
- Choose exam centre preferences.
- Upload Documents
- Upload photograph & signature as per specifications.
- Ensure clarity and size as mentioned in the notice.
- Pay Application Fee
- Fee: ₹100 (for UR/OBC/EWS).
- Exempted: SC/ST, Women, Ex-Servicemen.
- Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking (online only).
- Submit Form
- Double-check details before submission.
- Once submitted, you cannot make changes unless the correction window is open.
- Print Application
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
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FAQ’s
Q1: Can final-year students apply for SSC CAPF 2025?
Ans: Yes, but they must complete their degree before the last application date.
Q2: Is a driving licence compulsory?
Ans: Only for male candidates applying to Delhi Police SI.
Q3: What is the exam date?
Ans: Paper I will be held in Nov–Dec 2025 (exact dates TBA).
Q4: How many attempts are allowed?
Ans: There’s no limit, as long as you meet the age criteria.
Q5: What is the starting salary?
Ans: Around ₹50,000/month including allowances.
