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Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026

दिल्ली पुलिस केन्द्रीय सशस्त्र पुलिस बलों में उप-निरीक्षक

SSC CPO (SI) full form: CPO = Central Police Organisation, SI = Sub-Inspector, CAPF = Central Armed Police Forces.

SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) is the exam for graduates who want to become a Sub-Inspector in the Delhi Police or the Central Armed Police Forces (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB). It combines a written test, a physical test and a medical. Full guide below in plain language.

GraduateAge 20–25Pay Level 6

What is the full form of SSC CPO (SI)?

SSC CPO (SI) stands for CPO = Central Police Organisation, SI = Sub-Inspector, CAPF = Central Armed Police Forces — the SSC exam to become a Sub-Inspector in the Delhi Police or the Central Armed Police Forces. It is also searched as “SSC CPO (SI) full form”, “SSC CPO (SI) meaning” and “SSC CPO (SI) means”. See all government exam full forms →

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What you need

🎓 Graduation degree
🎂 Class 10 certificate (date of birth)
🪪 Aadhaar or valid photo ID
📷 Passport photo & scanned signature
📄 Caste / EWS / PwD certificate (if applicable)

Who should apply?

Apply if you are a graduate, aged 20–25, physically fit, and want a respected uniformed officer job as a Sub-Inspector — with good pay, authority and growth. You must clear Paper-I (written), a Physical Efficiency & Standard Test, Paper-II (English/comprehension) and a medical exam, so prepare both academically and physically.

Step-by-step: how it works

1

Notification is released

The official notification is published on ssc.gov.in listing vacancies, eligibility and key dates.

2

Fill the online application

Register on the official portal, submit the form within the application window and pay the fee.

3

Paper-I (CBE)

A computer-based / written test taken at an official exam centre.

4

PET / PST

Physical Efficiency & Measurement Test (running, height, etc.).

5

Paper-II (CBE)

A computer-based / written test taken at an official exam centre.

6

Medical Examination

A medical fitness examination.

7

Result & final selection

The merit list is published — your rank decides the post you are allotted, followed by joining.

Salary in hand

Starting in-hand pay is roughly ₹45,000–₹55,000 per month (Pay Level 6 basic + DA + HRA + allowances), higher in metros, with strong promotion prospects and service benefits.

Important dates & current status

SSC usually releases the CPO/SI notification around March–April, with Paper-I a couple of months later, then the physical tests, Paper-II and the medical. Confirm the current schedule on ssc.gov.in.

Key posts

Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)

हिंदी में — मुख्य बातें (Key points in Hindi)

SSC CPO (सब-इंस्पेक्टर) परीक्षा स्नातक उम्मीदवारों के लिए है जो दिल्ली पुलिस या केंद्रीय सशस्त्र पुलिस बलों (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB) में सब-इंस्पेक्टर बनना चाहते हैं। योग्यता: स्नातक, उम्र 20–25 साल, शारीरिक रूप से फिट। चयन: पेपर-1 (लिखित) → शारीरिक परीक्षा → पेपर-2 → मेडिकल। शुरुआती सैलरी लगभग ₹45,000–₹55,000 प्रति माह (भत्तों सहित)। आवेदन आमतौर पर मार्च–अप्रैल में खुलते हैं। आवेदन केवल ssc.gov.in पर करें।

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the full form of SSC CPO (SI)?

SSC CPO (SI) stands for CPO = Central Police Organisation, SI = Sub-Inspector, CAPF = Central Armed Police Forces. It is the SSC exam to become a Sub-Inspector in the Delhi Police or the Central Armed Police Forces.

What is the age limit for SSC SI (CPO)?

20 to 25 years. SC/ST get 5 years relaxation, OBC 3 years, and others as per rules.

What are the physical requirements?

There are height, chest and running/physical standards (they vary by gender and category). You must clear the Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test after Paper-I.

What is the salary of an SSC Sub-Inspector?

Roughly ₹45,000–₹55,000 in hand per month to start (Pay Level 6 + DA + HRA + allowances), rising with service and promotions.

How many stages are there?

Paper-I (written), Physical Efficiency & Standard Test, Paper-II (English/comprehension), and a detailed medical examination.

How do I apply for SSC CPO Sub-Inspector?

Online only on ssc.gov.in during the application window (usually March–April). Use the Apply button on this page.

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