Latest update — 6 October 2026
The CAPF AC 2026 written roll-number result was published on 25 August, followed by a name list and candidate-update notice in September. Qualified candidates must follow the next physical/medical-stage instructions. CAPF AC 2027 is provisionally scheduled for 4 July.
At a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Authority | UPSC |
| Post | Assistant Commandant, Group A |
| Initial vacancies | 349 across five forces |
| Written examination | 19 July 2026 |
| Selection | Written, physical/medical assessment and interview |
What is new for the 2026–27 session?
The CAPF AC 2026 written roll-number result was published on 25 August, followed by a name list and candidate-update notice in September. Qualified candidates must follow the next physical/medical-stage instructions. CAPF AC 2027 is provisionally scheduled for 4 July.
Notification PDF
Official UPSC CAPF AC 2026 notification. The current notice is the source for the eligibility and examination scheme below.
Important dates
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification | 20 February 2026 |
| Application closure | 12 March 2026, 6 pm |
| Written examination | 19 July 2026 |
| Written roll-number result | 25 August 2026 |
| Name list / update-notice entry | 8 September 2026 |
Vacancies and posts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| BSF | 108 |
| CRPF | 106 |
| ITBP | 12 |
| SSB | 53 |
| CISF | 70 |
| Total | 349 |
Eligibility
Detailed guide: UPSC ESE 2027: Notification, 480 Vacancies, Exam Dates & Eligibility
A recognised bachelor’s degree or accepted equivalent is required, with the notified conditional route for candidates awaiting qualifying results. The ordinary age requirement is at least 20 and below 25 on 1 August 2026, subject to permitted relaxation. Nationality, physical standards and medical fitness must satisfy the notice. A degree alone does not establish fitness for this uniformed-service recruitment.
Application process and fees
Applications use the UPSC portal linked from the examination page. Complete account creation, the Universal Registration profile, Common Application Form and the examination-specific form during the allowed window. Keep the application number and submitted copy. Follow the current live-photo, signature, identity and certificate instructions. Profile edits do not automatically change an already submitted examination form.
The 2026 registration window is closed. The fee specified in the notice is ₹200; female, SC and ST candidates are exempt. Preserve the submitted form and follow the separate qualified-candidate update instructions where applicable.
Exam pattern
Detailed guide: UPSC CSE Exam Pattern 2026: Prelims, Mains & Interview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Paper I | General Ability and Intelligence; objective; 250 marks; 2 hours |
| Paper II | General Studies, Essay and Comprehension; descriptive; 200 marks; 3 hours |
| Interview/Personality Test | 150 marks |
Paper I wrong answers attract one-third of the marks assigned to the question. Paper II evaluation is subject to the Paper I qualifying requirement. Follow the official language rules for essay and comprehension.
Syllabus
Detailed guide: UPSC CSE 2026–27: Notification, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus & Latest Updates
Paper I covers general mental ability, science, current events, Indian polity/economy, history and geography. Paper II develops essay, comprehension, precis and communication skills. Read the full official syllabus and practise both objective accuracy and structured writing; physical preparation must follow a suitable individual plan and the official standards.
Selection process
Candidates qualifying the written stage undergo the prescribed Physical Standards/Physical Efficiency and medical assessment, followed by the interview route under the notice. Document verification, physical/medical suitability and final merit remain essential. A written result must not be described as appointment.
Salary and service conditions
The recruitment is to Assistant Commandant posts. Pay, allowances and service conditions follow the applicable force and government rules; this notification-based guide does not promise a fixed net salary or posting location.
Preparation resources and previous papers
Download official UPSC question papers. Match the examination and paper before practising. Use the notification syllabus as a checklist, work within the relevant time limit and analyse errors before repeating mocks. Earlier cut-offs are benchmarks, not a forecast of the current qualifying score.
2027 planning
The 2027 calendar lists notification on 17 February, application closure on 9 March and the examination on 4 July. These are tentative planning dates, not an open application or confirmed vacancy total.
Official sources
Checked on 6 October 2026. Later official amendments take precedence. Preparation plans are GovtAdhikari editorial guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 form still open?
No. The listed registration deadline is past; a fresh window requires a new official notice.
Can I use the calendar as proof of 2027 eligibility?
No. It supplies tentative dates; the new examination notification must specify vacancies and eligibility.
Where should I check a result or interview date?
Use the examination-specific page linked from UPSC’s active examinations and the individual communication for your stage.