The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for the post of Assistant Commandant (Group A) in the Central Armed Police Forces. A total of 349 vacancies have been announced.
Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website. The online application process began on 20 February 2026 and will remain open until 12 March 2026. To apply, candidates must be at least 20 years old and not more than 25 years old (age relaxation is applicable as per government rules). Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification before submitting the online application form.
| UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026 |
| Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) : Short Details of Notification EXAMINATION NOTICE NO. 08/2026-CAPF | Short Details of Notification https://sarkarinaukari.live/ |
| Important Date |
| • Notification Released : 20 February 2026 • Application Start : 20 February 2026 • Last Date for Apply Online : 12 March 2026 • Last Date For Fee Payment : 12 March 2026 • Correction Date : As Per Schedule • Written Examination Date : 19 July 2026 • Admit Card Date : Notify Soon • Result : Notify Soon |
| Application Fees |
| • General/OBC/EWS (Male Candidates) : 200/- • All Female Candidates / SC / ST Candidates : 00/- • Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / Cash Card / Mobile Wallet, etc. |
| Age Limit |
| • Minimum Age : 20 Years • Maximum Age : 25 Years • Age relaxation for Reserved Category candidates as per Rules. |
| No. of Post |
| 349 Posts |
| Eligibility Criteria |
| Nationality: • A candidate must be a citizen of India • With the consent of the Central Government signified in writing, subjects of Nepal or Bhutan may also be appointed • Sex: Both Male and Female candidates are eligible for appointment to the post of Assistant Commandants Educational Qualification: • A candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree of a University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India • OR from educational institutions established by an Act of Parliament • OR declared to be deemed as a University under Section-3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956 • OR possess an equivalent qualification • Candidates who have appeared at an examination the passing of which would render them educationally qualified but have not been informed of the results will also be eligible • Candidates who intend to appear at such a qualifying examination in the year 2026 will also be eligible • However, qualified candidates must produce proof of passing the requisite qualifying examination (Degree Certificate/Final Mark Sheet/Provisional Degree Certificate) within the time limit prescribed in the Rules • Degree/Post Graduate/Diploma qualifications acquired through distance learning/part-time are NOT considered. • For detailed educational requirements, read the official notification. |
| Salary |
| • Post : Assistant Commandants (Group A) in Central Armed Police Forces. • Pay Scale : Details not mentioned in the notification. • Candidates will receive salary and allowances as per Government of India rules applicable to Group A officers in Central Armed Police Forces. • The selected candidates will be appointed in BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, or SSB based on their merit rank and force preference. |
| Selection Process |
| • Written Examination (19th July, 2026) • Physical Standards Tests (PST) / Physical Efficiency Tests (PET) • Interview / Personality Test • Medical Standards Tests (MST) |
| UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026: How to Apply |
| 1. Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) at https://upsc.gov.in/. Candidates can apply online between 20 February 2026 and 12 March 2026. 2. Carefully read the official notification for “UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026” before filling out the application form. 3. Ensure you have all the necessary documents ready, including eligibility certificates, ID proof, address details, and other basic information. 4. Keep scanned copies of required documents such as your photograph, signature, and valid ID proof in the prescribed format. 5. Before final submission, review the complete application form carefully and verify all details in the preview section. 6. After successful submission, take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference. |
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