SSC SI Delhi Police CAPF Bharti 2026 - 1871 Sub-Inspector Posts

SSC SI Delhi Police CAPF Bharti 2026 has been notified by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for recruitment of Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). A total of 1871 posts are on offer, covering Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (Male and Female), Sub-Inspector (GD) across five CAPFs — CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF and SSB — and Sub-Inspector (Fire) in CISF. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification for the Fire post); online applications are open from 10.09.2026 to 30.09.2026.

This is an Open Competitive Examination under memo number E/37/2026-C-2 Section, dated 10.09.2026. Departmental candidates among Constables, Head Constables and Assistant Sub-Inspectors of Delhi Police with at least three years of service can also apply for the Open vacancies of SI (Executive) Male in Delhi Police, subject to age limits. All CAPF posts (except SI in Delhi Police) carry All India Service Liability, meaning selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India.

Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan (with an eligibility certificate from the Government of India for the latter two categories).

Qualification: For SI in Delhi Police and SI (GD) in CAPFs, a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or equivalent is required; final-year candidates may also apply but must hold the qualification by the closing date. For SI (Fire) in CISF, candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, OR Matriculation plus a 3-year diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Automobile, Chemical, Mining, Aeronautical or Telecommunication Engineering. A higher B.Tech/M.Tech qualification in relevant fields is treated as value addition, provided the basic diploma requirement is met. Degrees from Open and Distance Learning mode are accepted only if recognized by the Distance Education Bureau, UGC, for the relevant period; ODL/Online degrees in prohibited disciplines like Engineering are not accepted unless specifically permitted by the regulatory body.

Additional Requirement for Delhi Police (Male): Must hold a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) by the date fixed for the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test; male candidates without this licence are eligible only for CAPF posts.

Age is reckoned as on 01.08.2026 (candidate must be born between 02.08.2001 and 01.08.2006 for the 20-25 age group, and between 02.08.1996 and 01.08.2008 for the 18-30 age group).

Physical Standards: Height and chest measurements differ by post, gender, and hill-area/Scheduled Tribe category. General male candidates need 170 cm height with 80-85 cm chest for SI Delhi Police/CAPFs, and 170 cm with 81-86 cm chest for SI (Fire); relaxed norms apply for hill-area and ST candidates. General female candidates need 157 cm height with no chest requirement. Ex-Servicemen are exempt from PET but must clear PST and medical standards.

Other Conditions: Only one application is allowed per candidate; multiple applications lead to cancellation. Candidates already holding employment on the civil side after availing Ex-Servicemen reservation are not eligible for ESM benefits again unless specific undertakings are given. Sons, daughters and dependents of Ex-Servicemen are not eligible for ESM age relaxation or reservation.

1. Complete a One-Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC website ssc.gov.in; OTR from the old website ssc.nic.in will not work on the new site. Keep ready: mobile number, email ID, Aadhaar number (or an alternate ID like Voter ID/PAN/Passport/Driving Licence), and Matriculation exam details (Board, Roll Number, Year of Passing).
2. Fill in the One-Time Registration Form with:
   • Personal details (name, father's/mother's name, date of birth exactly as per Matriculation certificate)
   • Gender and Matriculation exam details
   • Mobile number and Email ID (verified via OTP)
3. Set your password on first login, then log in again with your Registration Number and new password to complete Additional Details (category, nationality, identification mark, disability status, address).
4. Log in and click 'Apply' under the 'Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination 2026' section in Latest Notifications.
5. Fill in the Educational Details page (highest qualification and qualifying exam details).
6. Complete Additional Information fields such as OBC (GNCTD) category claims, Ex-Servicemen status, special ESM quota eligibility, sports participation, and age-relaxation category, if applicable.
7. On the Exam Requirements page:
   • Choose three Examination Centres in order of preference (within the same region)
   • Select medium for the Computer Based Examination
   • Indicate NCC Certificate details, if applicable
8. Upload a live-captured photograph (plain background, no cap/glasses) and a scanned signature (JPEG, 10-20 KB, 6.0 cm x 2.0 cm) as per prescribed specifications; Aadhaar-authenticated candidates are exempt from strict photo/signature rejection rules.
9. Preview the application, verify all details, complete the declaration, and click Submit.
10. Pay the application fee online (if not exempt) via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/RuPay Debit card, and take a printout of the submitted application form for your records.

Academic Documents

• Matriculation/Secondary Certificate
• Educational Qualification Certificate (Bachelor's degree or diploma as applicable)
• Equivalence Certificate, if claiming an equivalent qualification

Identity Documents

• Aadhaar Card (for Aadhaar-based authentication) or alternate ID (Voter ID/PAN/Passport/Driving Licence/School-College ID/Employer ID)
• Two recent passport-size colour photographs
• Original valid Photo-ID proof with Date of Birth
• Driving License for Motorcycle and Car (male candidates opting for Delhi Police)

Category/Reservation Documents

• Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) in prescribed Annexure format
• Income and Asset Certificate for EWS category, valid for financial year 2026-27
• Undertaking and Discharge Certificate for Ex-Servicemen (Annexure-III and IV)
• Certificate for special categories of Ex-Servicemen (Special Force/NSG/Commando units), if claiming special quota
• Certificate for departmental candidates of Delhi Police (Annexure-IX)

Other Documents

• No Objection Certificate, if already employed in Government service
• Certificate for height/chest relaxation (Annexure-VIII), if applicable
• Documents supporting change of name (marriage/divorce affidavits, Gazette notification), if applicable
• Disability Certificate number, for PwBD candidates