UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2025

Updated On : 12 March 2025

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Recruitment 2025 for 357 posts of CAPF. Candidates with Any Bachelors Degree Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 05-03-2025, and closes on 25-03-2025.

The UPSC CAPF (Central Armed Police Forces) exam is conducted to recruit Assistant Commandants (AC) in various paramilitary forces under the Ministry of Home Affairs. These forces play a crucial role in maintaining internal security, border protection, and disaster management. The CAPF exam is a gateway to a prestigious and rewarding career in the defense and security sector.

UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights

Detail	Information
Exam Name	UPSC CAPF (AC) Exam 2025
Conducting Body	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post	Assistant Commandant (AC)
Forces Covered	BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB
Vacancies	To be announced (Expected: 300-400)
Application Mode	Online
Exam Level	National
Selection Process	Written Exam, Physical Standards Test (PST), Medical Test, Interview/Personality Test
Official Website	www.upsc.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria for UPSC CAPF 2025

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 25 years (as of August 1, 2025)
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Final-year students can also apply, provided they submit proof of passing the exam before the interview stage.

Physical Standards

Height, chest, and weight requirements vary by gender and force.
Candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards to qualify.

Medical Standards

Candidates must be medically fit as per the standards set by UPSC.

Application Fee

For Female/SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability Candidates: NIL
For Other Candidates: Rs. 200/-
Payment Mode: Branch of State Bank of India by cash or by using Net Banking facility of any bank or by using Visa/ Master/ RuPay/ Credit/ Debit Card/UPI Payment.

Important Dates

Starting Date for Apply Online: 05-03-2025
Last Date for Apply Online: 25-03-2025

Vacancy Details

Organization Name	Total
BSF	24
CRPF	204
CISF	92
ITBP	04
SSB	33

Important Links

Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	Click here

UPSC CAPF 2025 Exam Pattern

Written Examination

Paper 1: General Ability and Intelligence

Type: Objective (MCQs)
Marks: 250
Duration: 2 hours
Topics: General Mental Ability, General Science, Current Events, Indian Polity, History, Geography, and Economy.

Paper 2: General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension

Type: Descriptive
Marks: 200
Duration: 3 hours
Topics: Essay writing, précis writing, comprehension, and communication skills.

Physical Standards Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates must meet the physical standards and pass the efficiency test, which includes activities like running, long jump, and shot put.

Interview/Personality Test

Marks: 150
Candidates who clear the written exam and PST/PET are called for an interview to assess their leadership qualities and personality.

UPSC CAPF 2025 Syllabus

General Ability and Intelligence
General Mental Ability: Logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and analytical ability.
General Science: Basic concepts of physics, chemistry, and biology.
Current Events: National and international news, sports, awards, and government schemes.
Indian Polity: Constitution, governance, and political system.
History: Indian history, freedom struggle, and world history.
Geography: Physical, social, and economic geography of India and the world.
Economy: Indian economy, budget, and economic policies.
General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension
Essay Writing: Topics on social, economic, and political issues.
Précis Writing: Summarizing a given passage.
Comprehension: Reading and understanding a passage.
Communication Skills: Grammar, vocabulary, and sentence formation.