The SSC CPO 2025 Notification is released on 26th September, 2025 with 3073 vacancies. The online application window is open from 26th September, 2025 to 16th October, 2025. In this article, we have provided the SSC CPO 2025 Notification 2025 date, application process date, eligibility criteria, selection process, and more.
SSC CPO Notification 2025 PDF Download
The SSC CPO 2025 Notification includes important details such as eligibility criteria, exam dates, vacancy bifurcation and the application process. Candidates can download the SSC CPO Notification PDF using the direct link given below.
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SSC CPO Notification 2025 Overview
The SSC CPO Notification 2025 releases along with the details of the recruitment. Aspiring candidates must be aware of the overview details of the examination which is provided below in the table:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Name | Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization (SSC CPO) |
| Conducted by | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Frequency | Yearly |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Purpose of Exam | To select candidates for the post of Sub-Inspector |
| Language | Multilingual |
| Exam Helpdesk No. | 011-69999845 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CPO Exam 2025 Important Dates
The SSC CPO Application Form 2025 is available from 26th September, 2025 and the CBT of SSC CPO Exam scheduled between November to December, 2025.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| SSC CPO Notification Release Date | 26th September, 2025 |
| SSC CPO Apply Online Start Date | 26th September, 2025 |
| SSC CPO Last Date to Apply | 16th October, 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Fees | 17th October, 2025 (23:00 hrs) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 24.10.2025 to 26.10.2025 (23:00 hrs) |
| SSC CPO 2025 CBT Exam Date | Nov-Dec, 2025 |
SSC CPO Vacancies 2025
The SSC CPO Notification 2025 is released with 3073 vacancies. These vacancies are for Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police (Male & Female) and in different CAPFs like BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB. The vacancies are divided as per category and gender. The tables below show the detailed vacancies for the year of 2025:
Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police for Male
The vacancies for male candidates in Delhi Police are given below, including open category, ex-servicemen, and departmental candidates.
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | TOTAL |
|---|
| OPEN | 50 | 27 | 15 | 08 | 14 | 114 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Others) | 04 | 02 | 01 | 01 | - | 08 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Special Category) | 03 | 02 | 01 | - | - | 06 |
| 10% Reservation for Departmental Candidates | 06 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 14 |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | 63 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 15 | 142 |
Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police for Female
The vacancies for female candidates in Delhi Police are listed in the table below.
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | TOTAL |
|---|
| OPEN | 32 | 17 | 09 | 05 | 07 | 70 |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | 32 | 17 | 09 | 05 | 07 | 70 |
Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs
The vacancies for Sub-Inspectors in CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB) are given below for both male and female candidates.
| Force | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | Grand Total | Ex-Servicemen @10% |
|---|
| CRPF | Male | 407 | 101 | 272 | 151 | 75 | 1006 | 1029 | 103 |
| | Female | 10 | 02 | 06 | 03 | 02 | 23 | | |
| BSF | Male | 87 | 21 | 57 | 31 | 16 | 212 | 223 | 22 |
| | Female | 04 | 01 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 11 | | |
| ITBP | Male | 85 | 18 | 52 | 32 | 11 | 198 | 233 | 23 |
| | Female | 15 | 03 | 09 | 06 | 02 | 35 | | |
| CISF | Male | 473 | 116 | 314 | 175 | 86 | 1164 | 1294 | 130 |
| | Female | 53 | 13 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 130 | | |
| SSB | Male | 30 | 07 | 14 | 15 | 05 | 71 | 82 | 8 |
| | Female | 06 | 01 | 04 | 00 | 00 | 11 | | |
| Total | Male | 1082 | 263 | 709 | 404 | 193 | 2651 | 2861 | 286 |
| | Female | 88 | 20 | 57 | 30 | 15 | 210 | | |
SSC CPO Vacancy Trends
The details of the SSC CPO vacancy trends for the last 5 years are as follows:
| Year | Vacancy (Sub-Inspector Exe.) | Vacancy (Sub-Inspector GD) |
|---|
| 2024 | 186 | 5,122 |
| 2023 | 162 | 1,714 |
| 2022 | 340 | 3,960 |
| 2021 | 169 | 1,395 |
| 2019 | 211 | 2,534 |
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What is SSC CPO Eligibility ?
The SSC CPO Eligibility Criteria requires candidates to be Indian nationals, possess a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university, and be aged between 20 to 25 years (with category-wise age relaxation as per government rules).
What is SSC CPO Nationality Requirement?
SSC CPO Nationality Requirement is that a candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal, or a subject of Bhutan, with Nepalese/Bhutanese candidates requiring a Certificate of Eligibility from the Government of India.
| Nationality/Citizenship | Eligibility Condition | Additional Requirement |
|---|
| Citizen of India | Eligible | None |
| Subject of Nepal | Eligible | Certificate of Eligibility from Govt. of India |
| Subject of Bhutan | Eligible | Certificate of Eligibility from Govt. of India |
- Candidates belonging to Nepal or Bhutan must have a Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Government of India.
- Candidates requiring the Certificate of Eligibility will be allowed to appear for the examination, but the offer of appointment will only be issued after the necessary certificate is provided by the Government of India.
What is SSC CPO Age Limit?
The SSC CPO Age Limit 2025 is 20 to 25 years as on 1st August, 2025, candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.08.2000 and not later than 01.08.2005 to be eligible to apply., with category-wise age relaxation as per government rules.
Age Relaxation:
Below are the age relaxations for SSC CPO:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years (after deducting military service) |
| Widows, Divorced Women, and Women Judicially Separated (Unreserved) | Up to 35 years |
| Widows, Divorced Women, and Women Judicially Separated (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years |
For Departmental candidates of Delhi Police, the following age limits apply:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|
| Unreserved (with 3 years of regular and continuous service) | Up to 30 years |
| OBC (with 3 years of regular and continuous service) | Up to 33 years |
| SC/ST (with 3 years of regular and continuous service) | Up to 35 years |
What is SSC CPO Educational Qualification 2025?
SSC CPO Educational Qualification 2025 requires candidates to hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or equivalent, with certain conditions for distance learning, awaiting results, and equivalent qualifications.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | Must be from a recognized university or equivalent. |
| Candidates Awaiting Results | Can apply if they complete their degree by 01.08.2024 (as per last year's notification). |
| Open and Distance Learning (ODL) | Degrees from UGC-recognized universities are accepted for SSC CPO. |
| Exclusions | Engineering, Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Architecture courses are not allowed in Open and Distance Learning, except for B.Tech from IGNOU before 2009-10. |
| Equivalence Certificate | Candidates with equivalent qualifications must submit a Certificate of Equivalence. |
How to Apply for SSC CPO 2025?
Candidates must follow the below-mentioned steps while applying for the SSC CPO Exam 2025:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the SSC website (ssc.gov.in) and click on "APPLY" to begin the application.
- New User Registration: Click on "New User, Register Now" to create a new account.
- Fill Registration Form: Enter your name, birth date, email, and phone number. Create a strong password.
- Log In: Use your registration number and password to log in to your account.
- Complete Application Form: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and address. Double-check for accuracy.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your signature and photograph as per the given requirements.
- Review Application: Review all the details carefully before submitting to avoid any errors.
- Pay Application Fee:
- General/OBC: Rs. 100 (Payment can be made online using Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking).
- SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen: No fee required (Exempted).
- Final Submission: Submit your form and save a copy of the application form and payment receipt for future reference.
SSC CPO 2025 Signature and Photograph Specifications:
Below are the signature and Photograph specifications for SSC CPO 2025:
| Document | Size | Format |
|---|
| Signature | 10-20 KB | JPEG or JPG |
| Photograph | Have to be uploaded Online As per the guideline | JPEG or JPG |
What is SSC CPO Application Fee 2025?
The SSC CPO Application Fee 2025 is ₹100 for General/OBC male candidates, while female candidates, SC/ST, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from the fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|
| General/OBC (Male) | ₹100 |
| Female (All Categories) | Exempted |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
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What is SSC CPO Selection Process 2025?
The SSC CPO Selection Process consists of four stages: Paper-I, PST/PET, Paper-II, and a Detailed Medical Examination, each designed to assess candidates' knowledge, physical fitness, and medical fitness.
| Stage | Description |
|---|
| Paper-I | Written test covering multiple subjects. |
| PST/PET | Tests physical standards and endurance. |
| Paper-II | Written test with a different subject focus. |
| DME | Comprehensive medical examination to ensure health standards. |
What is SSC CPO Paper 1 Exam Pattern?
The SSC CPO Exam Pattern for Paper I consists of 200 questions for 200 marks, divided into four sections of 50 questions each, with a duration of 2 hours with sectional timer of 30 Minutes for each part and a negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Knowledge | 50 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 50 | 50 |
What is SSC CGL Paper 2 Exam Pattern?
The SSC CGL Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2025 consists of 200 questions in English Language & Comprehension, carrying 200 marks, to be completed in 2 hours.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|
| English Language & Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Questions in both papers will be of Objective Multiple Choice Type. Questions will be set in Hindi and English in Parts-I, II and III of Paper-I. There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-I & Paper-II.
What are SSC CPO 2025 Posts?
The SSC CPO 2025 posts include Sub-Inspector roles in various forces and an Assistant Sub-Inspector post in CISF, with candidates selecting their preferences during Document Verification.
| Code | Post |
|---|
| A | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police |
| B | Sub-Inspector in Border Security Force (BSF) |
| C | Sub-Inspector in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) |
| D | Sub-Inspector in Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
| E | Sub-Inspector in Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) |
| F | Sub-Inspector in Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) |
| G | Assistant Sub-Inspector in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) |
What is SSC CPO Salary 2025?
The SSC CPO Salary for Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police and CAPFs is at Pay Level 6, ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month.
| Name of the Post | Group | Salary (Pay Level 6) |
|---|
| Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police (Male/Female) | C (Non-Gazetted) | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Sub-Inspector in CAPF | B (Non-Gazetted) | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
What were SSC CPO Paper 1 Previous Year Cut Off Marks?
The SSC CPO Previous Year cut-off ranged from 42.69 (ESM category) to 135.27 (UR Female), varying by category, gender, and departmental quota.
| Category | Female Cut-Off | Male Cut-Off | Male (Departmental, Delhi Police) |
|---|
| SC | 106.75022 | 89.85810 | 96.85972 |
| ST | 98.10614 | 82.65680 | 88.19063 |
| ESM | 42.69427 | 40.07024 | - |
| OBC | 128.64348 | 113.50911 | 125.06044 |
| EWS | 127.40295 | 111.43520 | 109.17362 |
| UR | 135.27003 | 119.80335 | 134.59289 |
What are the Key Takeaways?
Below are the key takeaways from this article:
- Notification Status: Released on 26th September, 2025.
- Vacancies: 3073 vacancies for separate for male, female, and forces.
- Eligibility: Indian/Nepal/Bhutan citizens (with certificate if applicable), bachelor's degree, age 20–25 (with category relaxations).
- Selection Process: Paper-I → PST/PET → Paper-II → Medical Examination.
- Posts: SI in Delhi Police, BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB; ASI in CISF.
- Salary: Level 6 pay scale, ₹35,400-₹1,12,400 per month.
- Exam Pattern (Paper-I): 200 questions, 200 marks, 4 sections, 2 hours, 0.25 negative marking.
- Last Year's Cut-off: 42.69 (lowest - ESM) to 135.27 (highest - UR female).
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