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UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026; Apply Online for 349 Posts

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026; Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Assistant Commandants (Group A) Recruitment 2026 notification to fill 349 vacancies in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF). The vacancies are available in forces like BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. Candidates who are Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university and are between 20 to 25 years of age (as on 1 August 2026) can apply. Interested candidates must apply online through the UPSC official website (upsconline.nic.in). The online application process is open from 20 February 2026 to 12 March 2026.

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

  • Organization Name: Union Public Service Commission
  • Post Name: Assistant Commandants (Group A)
  • Total Vacancy: 349
  • Qualification: Bachelor's Degree
  • Age Limit: 20-25 years
  • Salary: Level 10 
  • Apply Mode: Online
  • Apply Start Date: 20.02.2026
  • Apply Last Date: 12.03.2026
  • Selection Process: Written Exam, PST, PET, Medical Exam, Interview/Personality Test
  • Official Website: upsconline.nic.in

UPSC CAPF AC Vacancy 2026

A total of 349 vacancies have been published under the CAPF (Assistant Commandant) Exam 2026 conducted by the Union Public Service Commission.

  • Border Security Force (BSF) - 108
  • Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) - 106
  • Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) - 12
  • Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) - 53
  • Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) - 70

Total Vacancies: 349

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

  • Candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
  • Final year students can apply, but they must produce proof of passing before the Physical Test stage.

Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026):

  • Minimum Age: 20 years
  • Maximum Age: 25 years

Candidate must be born between 02 August 2001 and 01 August 2006.

Age Relaxation:

  • SC/ST - 5 years
  • OBC - 3 years
  • Central Govt. Employees/Ex-Servicemen - 5 years

UPSC Assistant Commandant 2026 Pay Scale

This post carries a pay scale of 10th as per the 7th Central Pay Commission with a basic salary of Rs. 56,100/- per month. In addition to basic salary, the officers are eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, Risk/Hardship Allowance and other benefits as per Central Government rules.

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment Application Fee

  • General/OBC/EWS Candidates - Rs. 200/-
  • SC/ST/Female Candidates - No Fe

Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI).

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026 How to Apply 

Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:

  1. Visit the UPSC official website: upsconline.nic.in.
  2. Complete One-Time Registration (Generate URN).
  3. Fill Common Application Form (CAF).
  4. Upload required documents.
  5. Pay application fee (if applicable).
  6. Submit and take a printout of the application form.

UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Selection Process

The selection process will include the following steps -

  • Written Examination
  • Physical Standards Test (PST)
  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
  • Interview/ Personality Test
  • Medical Examination

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment Important Dates

  • Date of Notification: 20.02.2026
  • Starting Date of Online Application: 20.02.2026
  • Last Date of Online Application: 12.03.2026
  • Date of Written Exam: 19.07.2026

UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment Admit Card

The Union Public Service Commission will issue the e-admit card for CAPF (Assistant Commandant) Exam 2026 on the last working day of the week preceding the exam date. Candidates must download their admit card from the official website (upsconline.nic.in).

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UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q1. Who conducts the CAPF AC 2026 examination?

  • Answer: The examination is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?

  • Answer: A total of 349 vacancies have been published in various Central Armed Police Forces.

Q3. What is the age limit?

  • Answer: Candidates must be between 20 to 25 years.

Q4. What is the educational qualification required?

  • Answer: A candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.

Q5. How can I download the Admit Card?

  • Answer: The e-Admit Card can be downloaded from the official website of UPSC. It will not be sent by post or email.

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