UPSC Central Armed Police Force (Assistant Commandant) Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced a significant recruitment drive for the post of Assistant Commandant (AC) in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) for the year 2026. This recruitment aims to fill a total of 349 vacancies across various forces, including the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). This is a prestigious opportunity for dedicated and dynamic graduates to join the officer cadre of India’s premier security forces and serve the nation.
To be eligible, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university and meet the specified physical and medical standards. The age limit for applicants is between 20 and 25 years as of August 01, 2026, with applicable age relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms. The application fee is set at ₹ 200/- for General and OBC candidates, while SC, ST, PH, and all female candidates are exempted from payment.
The online application process will commence on February 20, 2026, and interested candidates must submit their applications by the deadline of March 12, 2026. The last date for fee payment is also March 12, 2026. The date for the written examination will be announced by the UPSC in due course, and candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates.
Key Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 349 Posts
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any stream
- Last Date to Apply: March 12, 2026
- Application Fee: ₹ 200/- for General/OBC; Nil for SC/ST/PH/Female
- Pay Scale: Pay Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500)
- Exam Date: To Be Announced
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply for the UPSC CAPF (AC) examination through the official UPSC online application portal. To apply, visit https://upsconline.nic.in/, find the notification for Advt. No. 08/2026-CPF, and fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational details. After uploading the required documents and paying the application fee (if applicable), review your application and submit it before the final date.
Don’t miss this opportunity — apply online before March 12, 2026 at https://upsc.gov.in/.