The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for SSC CPO Recruitment 2025. A total of 3073 vacancies have been announced for the posts of Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (Male/Female) and Sub-Inspector (General Duty) in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).
The online registration process has started on 26th September 2025 at the official website ssc.gov.in, along with the release of the detailed notification PDF. Interested candidates can apply online until 16th October 2025.
SSC CPO Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC CPO 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Posts | Sub Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs |
| Total Vacancies | 3073 |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Application Dates | 26th Sept 2025 – 16th Oct 2025 |
| Selection Process | Paper 1 → PET/PST → Paper 2 → DME |
| Salary | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Job Location | Delhi (for Delhi Police), All India (for CAPFs) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CPO 2025 Posts
Recruitment will be conducted for the following posts:
- Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Border Security Force (BSF)
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP)
- Sub-Inspector (GD) in Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
SSC CPO 2025 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| SSC CPO Notification Release Date | 26th September 2025 |
| Online Registration Starts | 26th September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16th October 2025 (11 pm) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17th October 2025 (11 pm) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 24th – 26th October 2025 |
| SSC CPO Paper-I Exam | November – December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
SSC CPO 2025 Vacancy Details
🔹 Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police – Male
| Category | Total | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 114 | 50 | 27 | 15 | 08 | 14 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Others) | 08 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 01 | – |
| Ex-Servicemen (Special) | 06 | 03 | 02 | 01 | – | – |
| Departmental Candidates | 14 | 06 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 01 |
| Total | 142 | 63 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 15 |
🔹 Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police – Female
| Category | Total | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 70 | 32 | 17 | 09 | 05 | 07 |
| Total | 70 | 32 | 17 | 09 | 05 | 07 |
🔹 Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs
| Force | Gender | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| CRPF | Male: 1006, Female: 23 | 1029 |
| BSF | Male: 212, Female: 11 | 223 |
| ITBP | Male: 198, Female: 35 | 233 |
| CISF | Male: 1164, Female: 130 | 1294 |
| SSB | Male: 71, Female: 11 | 82 |
| Grand Total | Male: 2651, Female: 210 | 2861 |
SSC CPO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
🔹 Nationality
Candidate must be either:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal/Bhutan with a certificate of eligibility issued by the Govt. of India.
🔹 Educational Qualification
- Sub Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline.
- For Male SI in Delhi Police (Executive): Must have a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle & Car).
🔹 Age Limit (as on 01/08/2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
(Candidates must be born between 02.08.2000 and 01.08.2005)
Age Relaxation: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), Ex-Servicemen (3 years), and others as per govt. rules.
SSC CPO 2025 Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of four stages:
- Paper 1 – Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Paper 2 – Computer-Based Test (English Comprehension)
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
SSC CPO 2025 Exam Pattern
🔹 Paper 1 Exam Pattern
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 30 mins |
| General Knowledge & Awareness | 50 | 50 | 30 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 30 mins |
| English Comprehension | 50 | 50 | 30 mins |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 mins |
🔹 Paper 2 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language & Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours |
👉 Note: Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies in both papers.
SSC CPO 2025 Syllabus (Highlights)
- Reasoning: Syllogism, Seating Arrangement, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding
- General Knowledge: Current Affairs, Awards, Sports, Books & Authors, Science & Tech
- Quantitative Aptitude: Percentage, DI, Algebra, Geometry, Time & Work, Profit & Loss
- English: Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Para Jumbles
SSC CPO 2025 Salary
As per the 7th Pay Commission:
| Post | Level | Group | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub Inspector in Delhi Police | Level 6 | Group C (Non-Gazetted) | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Sub Inspector in CAPFs | Level 6 | Group B (Non-Gazetted) | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
SSC CPO 2025 Admit Card & Result
- Admit Cards for Paper 1 & Paper 2 will be released separately at ssc.gov.in.
- Results will also be released in PDF format after each stage.
SSC CPO 2025 Cut Off (Previous Year)
| Category | Female Cut Off 2024 | Male Cut Off 2024 | Delhi Police (Male Dept.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 106.75 | 89.85 | 96.85 |
| ST | 98.10 | 82.65 | 88.19 |
| ESM | 42.69 | 40.07 | – |
| OBC | 128.64 | 113.50 | 125.06 |
| EWS | 127.40 | 111.43 | 109.17 |
| UR | 135.27 | 119.80 | 134.59 |
Conclusion
The SSC CPO 2025 exam is a golden opportunity for graduates aspiring to join the Delhi Police or CAPFs as Sub-Inspectors. With 3073 vacancies, candidates should start preparing early for Paper 1 and the physical tests.
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