SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026: It is a good time for the graduates aspiring to be part of the police force or CAPFs to fulfill their dreams because the recruitment notification of SSC CPO SI 2026 for 1,871 vacancies has been released.
The online application process has begun, and interested applicants must review the details before applying.
SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
According to the recruitment details, candidates can submit their applications within the specified application window.
Important dates:
- Application Start Date: 10 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 30 September 2026, 11:00 PM
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 1 October 2026
- Correction Window: 8–10 October 2026
- Admit Card: Expected around 3–4 days before the examination
Candidates are advised not to wait until the final day because technical or payment-related issues can occur during the application process.
1,871 Sub-Inspector Vacancies Across Major Forces
The recruitment offers SI opportunities in several important departments.
The vacancies include:
- Delhi Police – Male: 205 posts
- Delhi Police – Female: 112 posts
- CRPF: 254 posts
- BSF: 457 posts
- ITBP: 187 posts
- SSB: 172 posts
- CISF: 250 posts
- CISF SI Fire: 234 posts
The exact category-wise vacancy distribution should be checked in the official notification before submitting the application.
Who Can Apply for SSC CPO SI 2026?
Candidates are generally expected to have a Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized university for Sub-Inspector Posts.
The candidate applying for the Delhi Police SI (Male) is expected to have a valid LMV driving licence during the Physical Endurance & Measurement test.
There is a separate criterion for CISF SI Fire. The candidate must possess the qualifying criteria in science /engineering as stated in the official notification.
SSC CPO SI Age Limit
The age requirement depends on the post.
- CISF SI Fire: 18–30 years
- Other SI posts: 20–25 years
Candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories may receive age relaxation according to government rules.
Physical Test Is an Important Stage
The selection procedure for SSC CPO is not restricted to only the written test. The candidates have to qualify for the specified Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Endurance Test (PET).
For instance, the specified height for male candidates of general category is 170 cm, whereas the height for female candidates of general category is 157 cm. There might be other specifications for the candidates who belong to particular categories.
Physical tests may comprise activities such as 100-meter race, long jump, high jump, and shot put.
Application Fee
The application fee mentioned in the recruitment details is:
- General/EWS/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST: No fee
- Female Candidates: No fee
- First Correction: ₹200
- Second Correction: ₹500
Candidates should carefully check their application before final submission because correction charges may apply.
Where to Apply?
Candidates should always use the official Staff Selection Commission website for submitting the application and checking recruitment updates.
👉 Official SSC Website: ssc.gov.in
👉 Download Official Notification: SSC CPO 2026 Official Notification PDF
For additional government job, admit card, result and scholarship updates, you can also visit publickvanta.com.
Final Takeaway
SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2026 offers a good chance to become a Sub Inspector in Delhi Police or CAPFs for those graduates who have decided to make it their profession. There are 1,871 vacancies and applicants must first check their eligibility and other requirements prior to applying.
Above all, make sure you check your eligibility through the official notification and website of SSC.