SSC CPO 2025 Notification is out for 3073 Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police & CAPFs. Check vacancies, eligibility, salary, and apply online before 16 Oct 2025.
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Posts | Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police & SI (GD) in CAPFs |
| Total Vacancies | 3073 |
| Job Category | Central Government Jobs |
| Application Dates | 26th Sept to 16th Oct 2025 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CPO 2025 Notification
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC CPO 2025 Notification on 26th September 2025. A total of 3073 vacancies have been announced for Sub-Inspector (SI) positions in the Delhi Police (Executive) and various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) like BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB.
The SSC CPO Exam 2025 is one of the most awaited defence recruitment exams in India, giving graduates a golden chance to join India’s uniformed forces with a respectable salary, benefits, and pride of service. The online application window is open till 16th October 2025 on ssc.gov.in.
SSC CPO 2025 Important Dates
- Notification Release: 26 September 2025
- Start of Online Application: 26 September 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 16 October 2025 (11:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 17 October 2025 (11:00 PM)
- Application Form Correction: 24 – 26 October 2025
- Paper-I Exam Date: November – December 2025
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
SSC CPO 2025 Vacancy Details
Sub-Inspector (Executive) – Delhi Police
- Male Candidates – 142 posts
- Female Candidates – 70 posts
Sub-Inspector (GD) – CAPFs (Border Security Forces & Others)
- Total Posts in CAPFs: 2861
- Forces include: CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF, SSB
- Both male & female posts available
Grand Total Vacancies Across All Forces: 3073
(UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST reservations apply as per government rules)
Eligibility Criteria for SSC CPO 2025
To apply for SSC CPO, candidates must meet these requirements:
Nationality
- Indian citizen, or
- Subject of Nepal/Bhutan with Government of India issued eligibility certificate
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university
- For Delhi Police Male SI: Valid LMV Driving License (Bike & Car) required at time of PET
Age Limit (as on 1 Aug 2025)
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 25 years
- Must be born between 2 Aug 2000 and 1 Aug 2005
Relaxations:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- Ex-servicemen: 3 years after service deduction
- Widows/divorced women: up to 35 years (40 years for SC/ST)
- Departmental candidates (with 3+ years service): up to 30–35 years (varies by category)
Selection Process for SSC CPO 2025
The recruitment process has 4 stages. Candidates must clear each one sequentially:
- Paper I – Computer-Based Test (Objective, 200 marks)
- PET & PST – Physical Efficiency and Standard Tests
- Paper II – English Language and Comprehension (200 marks)
- Medical Examination (DME) – Final fitness test
SSC CPO 2025 Exam Pattern
Paper I (2 Hours)
- General Intelligence & Reasoning – 50 Marks
- General Knowledge & Awareness – 50 Marks
- Quantitative Aptitude – 50 Marks
- English Comprehension – 50 Marks
Total: 200 Questions, 200 Marks
Negative marking: –0.25 for each wrong answer
Paper II (2 Hours)
- English Language & Comprehension – 200 Marks
SSC CPO 2025 Salary Package
Sub-Inspectors selected through SSC CPO will get:
- Pay Scale (Level 6, 7th CPC): ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
- Additional benefits: DA, HRA, Medical, Pension, and job security
How to Apply for SSC CPO 2025 Online
Candidates must fill out the form through the official SSC portal. Here’s a clear step-by-step process:
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in
- Click on Apply and open the SSC CPO 2025 application link
- For new candidates, complete One-Time Registration to get Registration ID & Password
- If already registered, simply login with your ID and password
- Enter all required personal, academic, and contact details carefully
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and documents in the correct format
- Pay the application fee online as per your category (₹100 for Gen/OBC; free for women, SC/ST, ESM)
- Double-check all details and click Final Submit
- Download and save the filled application form for future reference.
Important Web-Links of SSC CPO Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
SSC CPO 2025 Vacancy – FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CPO 2025?
The last date for online application is 16th October 2025.
Q2. How many vacancies are released for SSC CPO 2025?
A total of 3073 posts are announced for Delhi Police & CAPFs.
Q3. What is the age limit for SSC CPO 2025?
Candidates must be between 20 to 25 years, with relaxations for reserved categories.
Q4. Is there any application fee?
Yes, ₹100 for General/OBC male candidates. Women, SC, ST & Ex-servicemen are exempted.
Q5. What is the salary of SSC CPO Sub-Inspector?
The pay scale is ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month plus allowances.
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