SSC CPO 2025 Paper I was held on 9–12 December 2025. Its 30 March 2026 result shortlisted candidates for physical tests; this archive replaces old predictions with the documented sequence.
At a glance
| Stage | Date / status |
|---|---|
| Applications | 26 September–16 October 2025; closed at 23:00 |
| Fee deadline | 17 October 2025, 23:00 — passed |
| Revised correction window | 3–5 November 2025, closing 23:00 — passed |
| Paper I conducted | 9–12 December 2025 |
| Paper I result | 30 March 2026 — PET/PST shortlist |
| Final keys and marks window | 21 April–6 May 2026, 18:00 endpoints — expired |
Official source: 2025 notification, page 1 (PDF).
Official source: 22 October correction-window revision, page 2 (PDF).
Official source: 30 March Paper I result (PDF).
Official source: 21 April final keys and marks notice (PDF).
What the result established
The 30 March notice shortlisted 4,320 female candidates, 44,067 male candidates and 228 Delhi Police departmental male candidates for PET/PST. Scores were normalized; NCC bonus claims remained subject to documentary verification. The notice is a Paper I shortlist, not a final appointment result.
The reviewed SSC CAPF board did not establish a later final 2025 result for this rewrite. Check later SSC/CAPF notices for individual physical-test, Paper II or medical instructions rather than treating the 2026 recruitment timetable as part of this cycle.
Official source: Result, paragraphs 1–7 (PDF).
Historical eligibility and pay context
Detailed guide: SSC CPO Eligibility 2026: Age, Qualification and CISF Fire Rules
The 2025 notice specified a bachelor’s degree by the application closing date. Ordinary age limits were 20–25 on 1 August 2025, with prescribed relaxations and separate departmental provisions. Delhi Police male candidates had the additional LMV motorcycle/car licence condition at the physical-test stage. These are the 2025 rules, not the distinct CISF Fire routes in the 2026 guide.
Official source: 2025 notification, paragraphs 5 and 7 (PDF).
Marks and cut-off interpretation
The qualifying floor was 30% for UR, 25% for OBC/EWS and 20% for other categories before NCC bonus. Competitive shortlisting cut-offs were different. See the full Paper I category table.
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2025 application still open?
No. The original form, fee and revised correction deadlines have passed.
Is Paper I qualification final selection?
No. PET/PST and other applicable selection stages remain distinct.
Where are current CPO rules?
Use the permanent CPO hub linked above; do not transfer 2026 changes back into this archive.
Official sources and update scope
Source review: 6 October 2026. Dates and outcomes above are attributed to the linked documents. A recruitment year stays unchanged when later tests or results occur in the following calendar year. For an individual decision, match the cycle, stage, category and post in SSC’s notice and your own official record.
Official reference: ssc.gov.in