UPSC CAPF (ACs) Recruitment 2024 – Apply Online for 506 Posts
Important Dates
- Application Begin : 26/04/2023
- Last Date for Apply Online : 14/05/2024 Upto 06:00 PM Only
- Last Date Fee Payment :14/05/2024
- Correction Date : 15-21 May 2024
- Exam Date : 04/08/2024
- Admit Card Available : Before Exam
Application Fee
- General / OBC : 200/-
- SC / ST : 0/- (Nil)
- All Category Female : 0/- (Exempted)
- Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking in State Bank of India or E Challan Fee Mode
Age Limit (as on 01-08-2024)
- Minimum Age Limit : 20 Years
- Maximum Age Limit : 25 Years
- i.e. he/she must have been born not earlier than 2nd August, 1999 and not later than 1st August, 2004
- Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.
UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2024: Vacancy Details Total: 506 Post
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Department |
Total Post |
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BSF |
186 |
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CRPF |
120 |
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CISF |
100 |
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ITBP |
58 |
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SSB |
42 |
UPSC Central Armed Police Force Exam Eligibility:-
- Bachelor’s Degree in Any Stream in Any Recognized University in India.
- Any Graduate Can Apply.
- Physical Eligibility.
UPSC CPF AC 2024 Notification: Physical Eligibility Details |
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Details |
Male |
Female |
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Height |
165 CM |
157 CM |
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Chest |
81-86 CM |
NA |
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100 Meters Race |
16 Second |
18 Second |
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800 Meters Race |
3 Min 45 Second |
4 Min 45 Second |
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Long Jump |
3.5 Meter |
3 Meter |
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Shot Put 7.26 Kg |
4.5 Meter |
NA |
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How to Fill UPSC CPF Assistant Commandant Online Form 2024
- Photo Instruction : This time a new arrangement has been made for a photo, the photo of the candidate should not be more than 10 days old and the name of the candidate and the date of the photo should be written on the photo and the background of the photo should also be light.
- Exam Center Instruction : The exam city is on first come first serve basis, so if you want the exam city of your choice then apply as soon as possible.
- Union Public Service Commission UPSC Central Armed Police Forces CAPF Recruitment 2024 Candidate Can Apply Between 24/04/2024 to 14/05/2024
- Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the UPSC Recruitment 2024 Apply Online Form for CAPF Armed Force Various Post Form Latest UPSC Vacancies 2024.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document – Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.
- If Candidate Required to Paying the Application Fee Must Submit. If You have Not the Required Application Fees Your Form is Not Completed.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.
Selection Process
The selection process for UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandants includes several stages:
- Written Examination: This consists of two papers. Paper I focuses on General Ability and Intelligence, while Paper II is a Descriptive Test in English.
- Physical Efficiency Tests (PET) and Medical Standards Tests: Candidates who pass the written exam will be called for PET and must meet specific physical standards.
- Interview/Personality Test: Upon clearing the earlier stages, candidates are called for an interview that assesses their suitability for a career in CAPF.
- Merit List: The final selection is based on the merit list generated from the written examination and interview scores.
UPSC CAPF 2024 Exam Pattern
The UPSC CAPF Ac Recruitment 2024 exam pattern comprises two phases. The first phase is a written test consisting of two parts: Paper I and Paper II. In Paper I, there will be a negative marking scheme where 0.33 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer. It is essential for candidates to achieve the minimum qualifying marks in UPSC CAPF AC Paper I. Only after qualifying Paper I, the marks for Paper II will be considered. Below is the detailed UPSC CAPF Exam pattern 2024 for the written test.
| Paper | Paper I (General Ability and Intelligence) |
Paper II (General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension) |
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| Total Questions | 125 (MCQ) | 6 (Descriptive) |
| Marks | 250 | 200 |
| Duration | 2 Hours | 3 Hours |
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CAPF 2024 Syllabus For Paper 1
The CAPF AC Syllabus 2024 paper 1 consists of the following subjects and topics.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Mental Ability | Logical reasoning, Quantitative aptitude, Numerical ability, Data interpretation |
| General Science | General awareness, Scientific temper, Comprehension and appreciation of scientific phenomena of everyday observation, including new areas like Information Technology, Biotechnology, Environmental Science |
| Current Events of National and International Importance | Current events of national and international importance, Areas of culture, music, arts, literature, sports, governance, societal and developmental issues, industry, business, globalization, and interplay among nations |
| Indian Polity and Economy | Knowledge of the Country’s political system and the Constitution of India, Social systems and public administration, Economic development in India, Regional and international security issues, Human rights, including its indicators |
| History of India | Social, economic, and political aspects, Growth of nationalism and the freedom movement |
| Indian and World Geography | Physical, social, and economic aspects of geography pertaining to India and the World |
CAPF AC 2024 Syllabus for Paper 2
The CAPF AC Syllabus 2024 paper 2 consists of subjects like: General Studies, Essay (English or Hindi), précis writing & Comprehension. Given below is the detailed CAPF AC Syllabus 2024 for paper 2
| Part | Topics |
|---|---|
| Part-A | Essay on topics like modern Indian history (especially the freedom struggle), Geography, Polity and economy, Knowledge of security and human rights issues, Analytical ability |
| Part-B | Reading Comprehension passages, Précis writing, Developing counter-arguments, Simple grammar and other aspects of language testing |
UPSC CAPF AC 2024 Selection Process
The UPSC CAPF AC 2024 Selection Process consists of the following stages:
CAPF AC Written Examination
The structure of the examinations which will be conducted offline is as follows:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Timing |
| Paper I | General Ability and Intelligence | 250 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. |
| Paper II | Essay (English or Hindi), Precis Writing, Comprehension Components and other communication/language skills | 80 (Essay), 120 (Language Skills) | 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
NOTE-I: No credit will be given for answers written in a medium other than the one allowed in the Paper. Candidates will be required to indicate the medium of the Essay Component in the Attendance Lists and on the Answer Book. No credit will be given for the Essay Component if the candidate indicates a medium on the Attendance List and on the Answer Book other than the one in which he/she has written the Essay.
NOTE-II: There will be minimum qualifying marks separately in each Paper as may be fixed by the Commission at their discretion. Paper-I will be evaluated first and evaluation of Paper-II will be done only of those candidates who obtain the minimum qualifying marks in Paper-I.
UPSC CAPF Physical Standard Test
Candidates must fulfill the physical standards specified by UPSC to be eligible for the exam. Here are the minimum physical requirements set by UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2024 that candidates need to meet before appearing for the exam.
| Specifications | Male | Female |
| Height | 165cm | 157cm |
| Chest | 81cm | NA |
| Chest Expansion Allowed | 5cm | NA |
| Weight | 50kg | 46kg |
UPSC CAPF Physical Fitness Test
The CAPF AC Physical Standards/Physical Efficiency Tests is given below :
| Event | Males | Females |
| 100 Meters race | In 16 seconds | In 18 seconds |
| 800 Meters race | In 3 minutes 45 seconds | In 4 minutes 45 seconds |
| Long Jump | 3.5 Meters(3 chances) | 3.0 meters (3 chances) |
| Shot Put | (7.26 Kgs.) 4.5 Meters | – |
Note: Pregnancy at the time of PET will be a disqualification and pregnant female candidates will be rejected.
UPSC CAPF AC Interview
Candidates who pass the Medical Standards Tests will proceed to the Interview/Personality Test conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). If a candidate is initially declared medically unfit but is allowed to appeal and appear before a “Review Medical Board,” they will also be called for the Interview/Personality Test provisionally.
The Interview/Personality Test will carry 150 marks. Candidates who are shortlisted for the Interview/Personality Test, including those provisionally shortlisted, will receive a Detailed Application Form (DAF). In the DAF, candidates will need to indicate their preference for the Forces among other required details.
UPSC CAPF 2024 Cut Off
The UPSC CAPF AC cut-off 2024 represents the minimum marks a candidate needs to achieve to qualify for the subsequent phases of the examination or be considered for the final merit list. This cut-off is influenced by various factors such as the number of vacancies, total registrations, and the difficulty level of the exam. While the exact cut-off for UPSC CAPF AC changes each year, candidates can make an informed estimate by referring to the minimum scores from previous years.
| Category | Paper 1 (Out of 250) | Paper 1 + 2 (Out of 450) |
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| General | 107 – 112 | 190 – 200 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 105 – 110 | 188 – 198 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 103 – 108 | 190 – 200 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 90 – 95 | 170 – 180 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 95 – 100 | 178 – 188 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Ex-S) | 24 – 28 | 90 – 100 |
UPSC CAPF AC 2024 Salary
Candidates who successfully qualify for the UPSC CAPF AC 2024 will receive a competitive and attractive salary package. The expected UPSC CAPF Salary 2024 is anticipated to be in the range of INR 56,100 to INR 1,77,500. Apart from the basic salary, selected candidates will also enjoy various additional allowances and benefits, including Transport Allowance, Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Clinical Allowance, and Special Duty Allowance. The total compensation for UPSC CAPF AC is estimated to be around INR 44,135.
| Rank | Pay Scale (Basic Pay) | Pay Band |
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| Director-General | Rs. 2,25,000 | Apex Fixed |
| Additional Director General | Rs. 1,82,200 – Rs. 2,24,100 | HAG |
| Inspector General | Rs. 1,44,000 – Rs. 2,18,000 | Pay Band – 4 |
| Deputy Inspector General | Rs. 1,31,000 – Rs. 2,16,600 | Pay Band – 4 |
| Sr. Commandant | Rs. 1,23,000 – Rs. 2,15,900 | Pay Band – 4 |
| Commandant | Rs. 78,800 – Rs. 2,09,200 | Pay Band – 3 |
| Deputy Commandant | Rs. 67,700 – Rs. 2,08,700 | Pay Band – 3 |
| Assistant Commandant | Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500 | Pay Band – 3 |