UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandants) 2026: 349 Vacancies
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UPSC invited applications for 349 Assistant Commandant posts in BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB; the written exam was on 19 July 2026.
At a glance
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Total vacancies | 349 |
| Last date | 12 March 2026 |
| Status | Closed |
| Forces | BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB |
| Education | Graduation |
Important dates
| Notification | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 12 March 2026 |
| Written exam | 19 July 2026 |
Details
Assistant Commandants are Group A officers in the central armed police forces. The process has a written exam of two papers, then a physical standards and endurance test, an interview and medical examination.
Always confirm the final details in the official notification.
How to apply
- Apply on the UPSC online portal.
- Prepare for the physical test along with the written papers.
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