Union Public Service commission (UPSC) is going to conduct a Combined Armed Police Forces Examination (CAPF) for recruitment of Assistant Commandants (Group A) viz. Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and Sashastra
Seema Bal (SSB). Eligible and interested candidates should read the notification thoroughly before applying to the posts. Candidates must apply through online mode.
UPSC CAPF Exam 2025 – Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Name of the Post | Total Posts |
| 1. | BSF | 24 |
| 2. | CRPF | 204 |
| 3. | CISF | 92 |
| 4. | ITBP | 04 |
| 5. | SSB | 33 |
| Total Posts | 357 |
Age limit for UPSC CAPF Exam 2025
- Candidates age should be in between 20 to 25 years as on 01-08-2025.
- Age relaxation is applicable to the reserved category candidates as per the reservation rules and regulations.
Educational Qualification for UPSC CAPF Exam 2025
| Name of the Post | Educational Qualification |
| CAPF (AC) Examination 2025 | Candidates should possess Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University/ Institute. A candidate who has appeared/or is yet to appear at the final Examination may also apply |
Pay Scale for UPSC CAPF Exam 2025
| Name of the Post | Pay Scale |
| CAPF (AC) Examination 2025 | According to Government of UPSC norms. |
Selection Procedure
The UPSC CAPF (AC) Exam 2025 is conducted as follows:
Written examination consists of two papers. Paper-I and Paper-II
Paper-I is General Ability and Intelligence
Paper-II is General Studies, Essay and Comprehension
Qualified candidates in the combined competitive examination need to submit all the necessary documents at the time of interview.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| Others | Rs. 200/- |
| SC/ ST/ PWD/ Female | No fee |
How to Apply?
- Candidates must apply through online mode via https://upsconline.gov.in/
- Click on online application form
- Fill all the details correctly at appropriate places
- Upload recent passport size photograph and necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee amount.
- Check all the details and submit the application form.
- Take a printout copy of application form.
Important Dates:
| Starting Date for Online Submission | 5th March 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Submission | 25th March 2025 |
| Examination date | 3rd August 2025 |
Important Links:
| Detailed Notification |  |
| Online Application Form | |
| Official Website | |
FAQ’s for UPSC CAPF Exam 2025
What is the Salary for UPSC CAPF Exam 2025?
According to UPSC norms.
What is the qualification required to apply for UPSC CAPF Exam 2025?
Degree
What is the age limit required to apply for UPSC CAPF Exam 2025?
20 to 28 years.
