The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Assistant Commandant (AC) Recruitment 2025. A total of 357 vacancies are available across BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. Interested candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website before the deadline.
Key Details
| Criteria |
Details |
| Organization |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name |
Assistant Commandant (AC) |
| Total Vacancies |
357 |
| Application Start Date |
05 March 2025 |
| Application Last Date |
25 March 2025 (Till 6:00 PM) |
| Exam Date |
03 August 2025 |
| Mode of Application |
Online via UPSC Website |
| Selection Process |
Written Exam, Physical Test, Interview, Medical Examination |
Vacancy Distribution
| Force |
Vacancies |
| Border Security Force (BSF) |
24 |
| Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
204 |
| Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) |
92 |
| Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) |
4 |
| Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) |
33 |
| Total |
357 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of 01 August 2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years (Born between 02 August 2000 to 01 August 2005)
- Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-servicemen as per government norms.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Candidates appearing in the final year of graduation can also apply, but they must submit proof of graduation before the final selection.
Physical Standards
| Measurement |
Male |
Female |
| Height |
165 cm |
157 cm |
| Chest |
81 cm (Expanded: 86 cm) |
Not applicable |
| Weight |
50 kg |
46 kg |
Selection Process
- Written Examination (03 August 2025)
- Paper 1: General Ability & Intelligence (250 Marks) – Objective Type
- Paper 2: General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension (200 Marks)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- 100m Race: 16 sec (Male) / 18 sec (Female)
- 800m Race: 3 min 45 sec (Male) / 4 min 45 sec (Female)
- Long Jump: 3.5m (Male) / 3.0m (Female)
- Shot Put (7.26kg): 4.5m (Male Only)
- Medical Standards Test
- Interview/Personality Test (150 Marks)
- Final Merit List based on written exam and interview scores.
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee (₹) |
| General/OBC |
200 |
| SC/ST/Female |
Exempted |
Important Links
How to Apply?
- Visit the UPSC Online Portal.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not done before.
- Fill out the CAPF AC 2025 application form.
- Upload the necessary documents (photo, signature, ID proof, etc.).
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- Download the application form for reference.
Why Join CAPF as Assistant Commandant?
- Leadership role in India’s elite paramilitary forces.
- Competitive salary and allowances.
- Career growth and job security in national security forces.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
- E-Admit Cards will be available online before the exam.
- Negative Marking applies for wrong answers in the objective paper.
Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply for UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 before 25 March 2025.
