Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) UPSC CAPF has issued the official notification for the recruitment of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Assistant Commandant (AC) posts. A total of 349 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. The online application process began on 20 February 2026 and will remain open until 12 March 2026. Applicants must be between 20 and 25 years of age as on 01 August 2026 to be eligible. Candidates are advised to review the complete UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026 details provided below before applying. (Advt. No. 08/2026-CPF)
Table of Contents
Overview
Particulars
Details
Organization
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Name
CAPF Assistant Commandant (AC) 2026
Post
Assistant Commandant
Forces
BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB
Application Mode
Online
Notification Year
2026
Job Type
Central Govt (Group-A Officer)
Official Website
upsc.gov.in
The CAPF AC exam recruits officers for India’s central armed police forces through a national-level competitive process conducted annually by UPSC.
Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release
18 Feb 2026
Application Start
18 Feb 2026
Last Date to Apply
10 Mar 2026
Admit Card
July 2026 (expected)
Written Exam
19 Jul 2026
Result
To be announced
Application Fees
Category
Fee
General / OBC
₹200
SC / ST
₹0
Female (All)
₹0
Total Posts
Total Vacancies
349 (Expected)
UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Physical Eligibility Details
Criteria
Male (General/OBC/SC)
Male (ST)
Female (General/OBC/SC)
Female (ST)
Height
165 cm
162.5 cm
157 cm
154 cm
Chest (Unexpanded)
81 cm
81 cm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Chest (Expanded)
86 cm
86 cm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Chest Expansion
5 cm
5 cm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Weight
As per height & age
As per height & age
As per height & age
As per height & age
100 Meter Race
16 sec
16 sec
18 sec
18 sec
800 Meter Race
3 min 45 sec
3 min 45 sec
4 min 45 sec
4 min 45 sec
Long Jump
3.5 m
3.5 m
3.0 m
3.0 m
Shot Put
4.5 m (7.26 kg)
4.5 m
Not Required
Not Required
Vision
6/6 or 6/9
6/6 or 6/9
6/6 or 6/9
6/6 or 6/9
LASIK Allowed
No
No
No
No
Medical Fitness
Must meet CAPF medical standards
Same
Same
Same
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Stage 1
Written Exam (Paper-1 & Paper-2)
Stage 2
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Stage 3
Medical Examination
Stage 4
Interview / Personality Test
Final
Merit List
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Requirement
Nationality
Indian citizen
Gender
Male & Female both eligible
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
Final Year Students
Allowed (degree required before interview)
Age Limit
20 to 25 years
Date of Birth Range
02 Aug 2000 to 01 Aug 2005
Age Relaxation – OBC
3 years
Age Relaxation – SC/ST
5 years
Age Relaxation – Ex-Servicemen
5 years
Age Relaxation – Govt Employees
5 years
Physical Standards
Must meet CAPF physical & medical standards
Medical Fitness
Free from disqualifying conditions
Number of Attempts
No limit (within age limit)
How To Fill UPSC CAPF AC Online Form 2026
Step
Instruction
Step 1
Eligible candidates can apply online for UPSC CAPF AC 2026 before 12 March 2026.
Step 2
Use the direct application link provided in the Important Links section to start the form.
Step 3
Or visit the official UPSC website to access the online application portal.
Step 4
Complete the registration and fill the application form carefully.
Step 5
Ensure the form is submitted before the closing date 12 March 2026.
Step 6
Read the official notification thoroughly before applying.
Step 7
Verify eligibility details such as last date, age limit, and educational qualification before submission.
