The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the CPO (Central Police Organization) recruitment notification for Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in Delhi Police and CAPFs. If you’re planning to build a career in police or paramilitary forces, this is a great opportunity. Check out the complete details below including eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and how to apply.
🔍 Overview of SSC CPO Recruitment 2025
| Particular | Details |
| Organization Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | SSC CPO 2025 |
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector (SI) |
| Department | Delhi Police & CAPF |
| Total Vacancies | Around 3073 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
📊 Vacancy Details (Tentative)
| Department | No. of Vacancies |
| Delhi Police | 212 |
| CRPF | 1029 |
| BSF | 223 |
| ITBP | 233 |
| CISF | 1294 |
| SSB | 82 |
| Total | 3073 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
🔸 Age Limit (as on 01-08-2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
- Candidates must be born between 02-08-2000 and 01-08-2005.
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen – 3 years after deduction of military service
🔸 Educational Qualification
- Candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Those appearing in the final year are also eligible, provided they submit proof of qualification before the final document verification.
🔸 Driving License (for Delhi Police SI)
- Mandatory for Male Candidates applying for Delhi Police: A valid LMV (Motorcycle and Car) driving license at the time of application.
- Candidates without a driving license can apply only for CAPF posts.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Women / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted (No Fee) |
Payment Modes:
- BHIM UPI
- Net Banking
- Credit / Debit Card (Visa, Maestro, RuPay)
- SBI Challan (Cash Payment)
📍 Exam Centers (North Eastern Region)
- Candidates can choose exam centers during online registration.
- Available centers include:
- Guwahati, Silchar, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Tezpur, Itanagar, Kohima, Imphal, Shillong, Agartala, Aizawl, Dimapur, Churachandpur.
📝 How to Apply – Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the official SSC website – https://ssc.gov.in
- Click on “New Registration” and fill in your details.
- Login using your registration ID and password.
- Fill the online form carefully and upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and print a copy for reference.
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start | 26 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 October 2025 |
| Correction Window | 24 – 26 October 2025 |
| Computer-Based Exam (Paper I) | November – December 2025 (Tentative) |
⚔️ Selection Process
The SSC CPO selection process includes the following stages:
- Paper-I (Computer-Based Exam)
- Physical Standard Test (PST) / Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Paper-II (English Language & Comprehension)
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
📚 Exam Pattern
🔹 Paper-I (Objective Type)
| Section | Subject | Questions | |
| I | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| II | General Knowledge & Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| III | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| IV | English Comprehension | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 200 Marks |
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
🔹 Paper-II (English Language & Comprehension)
- Questions: 200
- Marks: 200
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Topics: Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Error Detection, Synonyms, Antonyms, Sentence Structure
🧭 Syllabus Overview
Paper-I
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Verbal & Non-verbal reasoning, analogies, series, coding-decoding, puzzles, etc.
- General Knowledge & Awareness: Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Number System, Ratio, Percentage, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry.
- English Comprehension: Grammar, Sentence Correction, Vocabulary, Comprehension passages.
Paper-II
- Detailed English Language & Comprehension – Grammar usage, Reading Skills, and Vocabulary building.
❓ FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
When will SSC CPO 2025 registration start?
👉 Registration begins on 26 September 2025.
What is the last date to apply online?
👉 The last date is 16 October 2025.
How many total vacancies are available?
👉 Approximately 3073 vacancies.
What is the minimum qualification required?
👉 A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
👉 Yes, as per government rules (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years).
📢 Final Words
The SSC CPO 2025 recruitment is a golden opportunity for graduates who wish to serve in Delhi Police or paramilitary forces like CRPF, BSF, ITBP, and CISF. Candidates are advised to apply early, prepare strategically, and follow the official updates on the SSC website.