SSC CPO 2026 latest update: applications closed on 30 September. The notification schedules corrections for 8–10 October 2026, closing at 23:00. SSC’s 1 October schedule gives a proposed CBE window of 20–28 November 2026. The notice lists 1,871 tentative vacancies across Delhi Police, CAPF SI(GD) and CISF Fire.
At a glance
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Notification | 10 September 2026 |
| Application window | 10–30 September 2026 — closed |
| Fee deadline | 1 October 2026, 23:00 — passed |
| Correction window | 8–10 October 2026, closing at 23:00 |
| Proposed CBE window | 20–28 November 2026 |
| Vacancies | 1,871 tentative, from the opening post-group tables |
| Pay | Level 6: ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 basic pay |
| Qualification cut-off | Application closing date: 30 September 2026 |
| Age reference date | 1 August 2026 |
Later examination schedule: SSC notice dated 1 October 2026.
Notification PDF and the most important rules
Read the official 2026 notification (69-page PDF). Check the distinct CISF Fire age/qualification route and the actual paper tables. The current notice has a 100-question Paper I and a four-subject Paper II; generic older CPO articles can misstate both.
Vacancies and posts
| Post group | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Delhi Police SI, male | 205 |
| Delhi Police SI, female | 112 |
| CAPF SI(GD), male and female | 1,320 |
| CISF SI(Fire), male | 234 |
| Total | 1,871 |
Read the official category/force tables for reservation details. Do not add horizontal reservation counts again to the total or describe these tentative figures as final.
Eligibility and age
| Post | Age | Birth-date range, endpoints included |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi Police SI / CAPF SI(GD) | 20–25 years | 2 August 2001–1 August 2006 |
| CISF SI(Fire), male | 18–30 years | 2 August 1996–1 August 2008 |
| Post | Educational requirement |
|---|---|
| Delhi Police SI / CAPF SI(GD) | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent |
| CISF SI(Fire), male — route 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, or equivalent |
| CISF SI(Fire), male — route 2 | Matriculation or equivalent plus a three-year diploma in the specified engineering disciplines, or the equivalent examination described in paragraph 7.2 |
Qualification must be possessed by 30 September 2026. Delhi Police male candidates need the specified LMV motorcycle/car licence at PE&MT. Physical/medical standards and certificate conditions also apply. Read the full eligibility guide.
Application fee and correction window
The application fee was ₹100, with the exemptions specified in paragraph 9. The notification’s new-application and fee windows have passed. The 8–10 October correction period is for eligible completed applications, not a fresh application opportunity.
The notice allows at most two corrections/resubmissions: ₹200 for the first and ₹500 for the second, applicable irrespective of gender/category. Use SSC’s official login, preview changes carefully and retain the acknowledgement. If correction charges are not received, the notice says the modified form is incomplete and the previous application remains valid.
Exam pattern and syllabus
| Part | Questions | Marks | Sectional time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 15 minutes |
| General Knowledge / General Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 minutes |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 25 | 15 minutes |
| Part | Questions | Marks | Sectional time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| General Knowledge / General Awareness | 20 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| English Comprehension | 100 | 200 | 60 minutes |
Paper I wrong answers deduct 0.25 marks and Paper II wrong answers deduct 0.50. PST/PET and medical stages also apply. See the full pattern guide and subject-wise syllabus.
Salary, admit cards and results
All listed SI post groups have Level 6 basic pay of ₹35,400–₹1,12,400. This is not guaranteed take-home pay; see the salary guide. Use SSC’s candidate login and official notices for individual examination details and admission certificates.
The documents reviewed here do not establish a current-cycle result, cut-off or exact Paper II date. Previous-cycle results and papers must retain their original years. Do not infer a selection outcome from an expected cut-off article.
Frequently asked questions
Can I submit a new application during corrections?
The correction window applies to eligible completed applications. It is not a new registration window.
How many tentative vacancies are listed?
The opening tables total 1,871 across the four groups shown above.
Is CPO 2026 Paper II English only?
No. The table also includes Reasoning, General Awareness and Quantitative Aptitude.
Is CISF Fire open through the same age and degree rule as SI(GD)?
No. It has distinct age and qualification requirements in the 2026 notice.
SSC CPO 2027 preparation
No 2027 notification has been verified in this review. The rules below belong to the 2026 cycle. Use them as a preparation reference, then recheck the next official notice for age, qualifications, vacancies, paper structure and dates.