| Board | UPSC |
| Category | UPSC |
| State | All India |
| Post Date | 10 Jul 2026 |
All details on this page come from the official admit card notification published by UPSC — posted . Download from the official website. Where a detail is not mentioned in that notification, it is clearly marked as not specified.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination, or CAPF (ACs) Examination, every year. This exam recruits Assistant Commandants for the BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB.
The e-admit card for this exam is issued only online through UPSC's official portals. There is no postal or emailed hard copy.
| Detail Information | Description |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Written Exam Date | 19 July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Vacancies (tentative, per notification) | 349 posts across BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB |
| Application Window | 20 February 2026 – 12 March 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| e-Admit Card Portal | upsconline.gov.in (e-Admit Card section) and upsc.gov.in ("What's New") |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 20 February 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 12 March 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| e-Admit Card (expected window) | Typically 2-3 weeks before the exam; check official portal for confirmation |
| Written Examination | 19 July 2026 (Sunday) |
Per the official notification, UPSC has announced a tentative total of 349 Assistant Commandant vacancies. These are across five Central Armed Police Forces. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF on upsc.gov.in for the final, force-wise breakup.
The UPSC CAPF (ACs) selection process has multiple stages. Candidates must clear each stage to proceed to the next:
| Paper | Subject | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Ability and Intelligence | Objective | 250 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Paper II | General Studies, Essay and Comprehension | Descriptive | 200 | 3 hours |
Paper II is evaluated only for candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I, as UPSC has specified for this exam pattern.
Candidates must carry the following documents:
Note: UPSC issues e-admit cards online only. No admit card is sent by post or email.
As of the latest available check, the release was officially confirmed. UPSC generally activates the download link 2–3 weeks before the exam date of 19 July 2026. Check upsc.gov.in or upsconline.gov.in directly for the current status.
Use the "Forgot Registration ID" option on the UPSC e-admit card portal. Enter details such as your name, date of birth, and registered email ID to retrieve it.
The written examination is scheduled for 19 July 2026 (Sunday).
A printed copy of the admit card and a valid original photo ID proof, such as Aadhaar, PAN card, Voter ID, or Driving Licence.
Contact UPSC immediately using the contact details printed on the admit card. Do not wait until the day of the exam to report discrepancies.