SSC CPO (SI) 2025: Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Recruitment
The Staff Selection Commission has announced the notification for the Central Police Organization (CPO) Sub-Inspector Examination 2025. This exam recruits candidates for Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police, BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, and other Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).
Important Dates for SSC CPO (SI) 2025
| Notification Release Date | 16 May 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 16 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 June 2025 |
| Tier-I Exam Date | July-August 2025 (Tentative) |
SSC CPO 2025 Exam Pattern
The SSC CPO (SI) 2025 examination consists of the following stages:
- Paper-I: Computer Based Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Paper-II: Descriptive Examination
- Medical Examination
Paper-I Pattern:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 Hours |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | |
| English Comprehension | 50 | 50 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
Age Limit:
20-25 years as on 01.01.2025
Age relaxation is available as per government norms:
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- Ex-servicemen: As per rules
- Departmental candidates: As per rules
Physical Standards
Height:
- Male: 170 cm (General/OBC/SC)
- Male: 162.5 cm (ST)
- Female: 157 cm (General/OBC/SC)
- Female: 154 cm (ST)
Chest (For males only):
- 80 cm with a minimum expansion of 5 cm
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Category | Race | Long Jump | High Jump |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 1600 meters in 6.5 minutes | 14 feet | 3.5 feet |
| Female | 800 meters in 4 minutes | 10 feet | 3 feet |
Application Process
- Visit the official SSC website
- Register if you’re a new user or login with existing credentials
- Fill in the application form with all required details
- Upload scanned photograph and signature as per specifications
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference
Application Fee
The application fee for SSC CPO 2025 is expected to be:
- General/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted
Vacancies
The exact number of vacancies will be determined by the Staff Selection Commission based on the requirements of Delhi Police and various CAPFs. The detailed category-wise vacancies will be announced later.
How to Prepare for SSC CPO 2025
- Understand the complete syllabus and exam pattern
- Focus on improving your physical fitness for PET/PST
- Practice numerical and reasoning questions daily
- Stay updated with current affairs for General Knowledge section
- Take regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
- Practice descriptive writing for Paper-II
The SSC CPO is an excellent opportunity for candidates aspiring to join the police forces. With proper preparation and physical fitness, you can clear this exam and secure a respectable position in the central police organizations.
Keep checking the official SSC website for the latest updates on SSC CPO (SI) 2025. We will also update this page as soon as any new information is released.