UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026, Check Eligibility, Exam, Selection and Direct Link to apply for 349 Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the notification for UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications for 349 Group ‘A’ Assistant Commandant posts in various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) under the Ministry of Home Affairs. The written examination will be held on July 19, 2026, and the last date to apply online through the official website, upsconline.nic.in, is 12 March 2026 (6:00 PM). 

UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026 

The UPSC Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for 349 Assistant Commandant (Group A) posts in major paramilitary forces including Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). 

The UPSC CAPF AC Apply Online 2026 process began on 20th February 2026, and eligible candidates can fill and submit the form until 12th March 2026 (6:00 PM) through the official UPSC website, https://upsconline.nic.in. Interested applicants can check complete details below, including eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, salary, and application procedure. 

UPSC CAPF AC Notification 2026 

The UPSC CAPF AC Notification 2026 (Examination Notice No. 08/2026-CAPF) was officially released on 20th February 2026 . The notification invites online applications for Assistant Commandant posts under various CAPFs. As per the official notification, online applications are invited for 349 Assistant Commandant (Group A) posts in BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. Candidates must carefully read the detailed UPSC CAPF Notification 2026 to understand the eligibility criteria, physical standards, and exam details before applying online.  

UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026 – Overview

*Recruiting Authority: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) 

*Organization: CAPFs (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP & SSB) 

*Exam Name: CAPF(ACs) Exam, 2026 

*Post Name: Assistant Commandant (Group A) 

*Total Vacancies: 349 

*Category: Defence Jobs 

*Application Mode: Online 

*Application Dates: 20th February 2026 to 12th March 2026 (till 6:00 PM)

*Selection Stages: Written Exam, PST/PET, Interview, and Medical Test

*Pay Scale: Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500)

*Official Website: https://upsconline.nic.in/ 

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 20th February 2026

• Apply Online Start Date: 20th February 2026

• Last Date to Apply Online: 12th March 2026 (up to 6:00 PM)

• Admit Card Release Date: July 2026 

• Exam Date: 19th July 2026 

• Result Declaration: To be announced later 

UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Vacancy 2026 

The total number of vacancies announced under UPSC CAPF 2026 is 349. The force-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:

• BSF (Border Security Force): 108 

• CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force): 106 

• CISF (Central Industrial Security Force): 70 

• ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police): 12 

• SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal): 53 

UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Eligibility Criteria 2026 

Educational Qualification 

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Final-year students appearing in their qualifying examination in 2026 are also eligible, provided they produce proof of passing within the stipulated time. Professional and technical qualifications recognized by the Government as equivalent to a degree are also accepted. 

Age Limit (As on 1 August 2026) 

• Minimum Age: 20 years 

• Maximum Age: 25 years 

• Candidates should have been born between 2nd August 2001 and 1st August 2006. 

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years

• OBC: 3 years

• Civilian Central Government Servants: Up to 5 years 

• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government norms 

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment Application Fee 2026

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹200/-

• SC / ST / Female: Exempted (No Fee)

• Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) 

How to Apply for UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026? 

The online application for UPSC CAPF 2026 is active now. Follow the step-by-step process to apply smoothly: 

Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ 

Step 2: Click on “Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026” 

Step 3: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number. 

Step 4: Fill in all personal, educational, and category details correctly. 

Step 5: Upload scanned copies of photo, signature, and ID proof. 

Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable). 

Step 7: Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference. 

UPSC CAPF AC Selection Process 2026  

The UPSC CAPF (ACs) 2026 selection process includes the following stages:

• Written Examination (Paper I & Paper II)

• Physical Standards Test (PST) 

• Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• Interview / Personality Test 

• Medical Examination 

UPSC CAPF AC Exam Pattern 2026 

• Paper-I: General Ability and Intelligence 

• Type: Objective (MCQs) 

• Marks: 250 

• Duration: 2 Hours 

• Language: English & Hindi 

• Negative Marking: 1/3 for each wrong answer 

Paper-II: General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension

• Type: Descriptive 

• Marks: 200 

• Duration: 3 Hours 

• Medium: Essay in English or Hindi, Comprehension in English only 

UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Physical Test 2026 

Physical Standard Test (PST) 

• Height: 165 cm (Male), 157 cm (Female) 

• Chest (Male only): 81 cm (Unexpanded) with 5 cm expansion 

• Weight: 50 kg (Male), 46 kg (Female) 

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 

Candidates who qualify the written examination must undergo the following Physical Efficiency Tests: 

For Male Candidates:

• 100 Metres Race: To be completed in 16 seconds

• 800 Metres Race: To be completed in 3 minutes 45 seconds

• Long Jump: 3.5 metres (3 chances)

• Shot Put (7.26 kg): 4.5 metres (3 chances) 

For Female Candidates:

• 100 Metres Race: To be completed in 18 seconds 

• 800 Metres Race: To be completed in 4 minutes 45 seconds 

• Long Jump: 3.0 metres (3 chances) 

UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Salary 2026 

The CAPF Assistant Commandant post is a Group A Gazetted Officer position under Pay Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) with an in-hand salary ranging between ₹70,000 to ₹80,000 per month depending on posting location. The salary package includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Risk and Hardship Allowance, Medical benefits, and Pension, making it one of the most rewarding and respected government jobs in India.

Important Links:

• Notification PDF: Click Here

• Apply Online Link: Click Here

• Official Website: Click Here