UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2024, Written Exam Pattern, Download PDF

UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2024

The UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2024 will be made available by the commission on the official website on 24th April 2024. The syllabus will be released along with the notification. The UPSC CAPF exam consists of two papers, Paper 1 and Paper 2. Syllabus of Paper 1 includes questions related to Logical Reasoning, Puzzles, Decision Making, Inequalities, Sports, Art & Culture, and more. Syllabus of Paper 2 focuses on essay questions covering topics like Modern History, Geography, Polity, and Economics. The UPSC CAPF syllabus can also include questions related to Vocabulary, Comprehension, and Precise Writing.

UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2024: Overview

The UPSC CAPF 2024 has a structured selection process with multiple stages. The initial stage is the written test, which comprises two papers. To move forward in the selection process, candidates are required to successfully clear both papers. This ensures that individuals who proceed to subsequent stages have demonstrated competence in various subjects as assessed through the written examination.

For more details about the CAPF exam, let’s have a look at the table:

Particulars	Details
Name of Exam	Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF)
Conducting Body	UPSC
Periodicity	Annually
Exam Level	National
Mode of Application	Online
Mode of Exam	Online (CBT)
UPSC CAPF Selection Process 2024	3 Stages (Written + PFT + Interview)
Exam Dates	To be notified
Job Location	Across India
Official Website	https://upsc.gov.in/

UPSC CAPF Syllabus and Exam Pattern

UPSC CAPF 2024: Paper 1 Exam Pattern

The Paper 1 of the UPSC CAPF exam involves answering multiple-choice questions. The test lasts for 2 hours, and a total of 250 marks. There will be a negative marking of one-third of the marks assigned to that question.

Some details of the UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern have been explained in the table below:

Particulars	Details
Type of Questions	Objective
Mode of Examination	Offline
Duration	2 hours
Total Marks	250 Marks
Languages	English and Hindi
Negative Marking	1/3

UPSC CAPF 2024: Paper 1 Syllabus

Paper 1 of UPSC CAPF consists of topics from subjects like Mental Ability, General Science, Current Events of National and International Importance, Indian Polity and Economy, History of India and Geography.

Detailed topics are listed below:

UPSC CAPF Syllabus: General Mental Ability

• Logical Reasoning
• This includes topics like Series, Analogies, Statement Analysis, Puzzles, Syllogism, Decision-Making, etc.
• Quantitative Aptitude
• This includes topics like Data Interpretation, Numerical Ability, Ratio, Percentage, Inequalities, Algebra, Sequences, Series, etc.

UPSC CAPF Syllabus: General Science

• General Awareness
• Biotechnology
• Science in our everyday lives
• Information Technology
• Environmental Science
• Scientific Research and Innovation

UPSC CAPF Syllabus: Current Events of National and International Importance

National and International Events in areas of-

• Art and Culture
• Music and Literature
• Sports
• Governance
• Business and Industry
• Globalization

UPSC CAPF Syllabus: Indian Polity and Economy

• Indian Political System and Constitution
• Social Systems and Public Administration
• Indian Economic Development
• Security Issues
• Human Rights and its Indicators

UPSC CAPF Syllabus: History of India

• Growth of Nationalism
• Freedom Movement
• Indian History, Culture and Civilization
• Social, Economic and Political aspects of Modern India and its history.

UPSC CAPF Syllabus: Indian and World Geography

• Physical, Social, and Economic aspects of Indian and World Geography
• Earth- Origin, History and Overview
• Weather and Climate
• Imports and Exports of India
• Climate Change and Global Warming
• Atmosphere
• Rocks, Minerals and Resources

UPSC CAPF 2024: Paper 2 Exam Pattern

The Paper 2 of the UPSC CAPF exam is a bit different from the Paper 1. In this stage, there are two sections, A and B. For Part A, there is essay which can be written in either Hindi or English, and it’s worth 80 marks. Part B is specifically for testing English writing skills, comprehension, and basic grammar which must be written in English. Part B is worth 120 marks. Unlike the first part, there’s no penalty for wrong answers in Paper 2.

Some details of the UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern have been explained in the table below:

Particulars	Details
Type of Questions	Descriptive
Mode of Examination	Offline
Duration	3 hours
Total Marks	200 Marks
Languages	Part A- English and Hindi Part B- English Only
Negative Marking	None

UPSC CAPF 2024: Paper 2 Syllabus

Paper 2 of UPSC CAPF Exam is descriptive in nature and is divided into two parts. Part A is for 80 marks and Part B is for 120 marks, which makes Paper 2 of 200 marks in total.

Topics to be covered in both parts are listed below:

Part A:

Part A contains essay questions. They are to be answered in descriptive format.

Important topics include:

• Modern Indian History
• Freedom Struggle
• Geography
• Polity
• Economy
• Security and Human Rights Issues

Part B:

Part b focus on the communication and language skills of candidates.

List of topics include:

• Comprehension Passages
• Précis Writing
• Developing Counter Arguments
• Simple Grammar
• Vocabulary
• Other Aspects of Language Testing

UPSC CAPF Physical Efficiency Test (PET) 2024

After qualifying the written examination, candidates go through the Physical Efficiency Test or UPSC CAPF Physical Standard Tests. This test is qualifying in nature. In this test, candidates are evaluated on various parameters. For female candidates, it is mandatory to submit pregnancy test certificate.

Parameters for male and female are as follows:

PET	Male	Female
100 Meters Race	In 16 seconds	In 18 seconds
800 Meters Race	In 3 minutes, 45 seconds	In 4 minutes, 45 seconds
Long Jump	3.5 meters (3 chances)	3 meters (3 chances)
Shot Put (7.26 kgs)	4.5 meters (3 chances)	–

UPSC CAPF Medical Standards Test 2024

After successfully qualifying the Physical Efficiency Test, candidates are required to clear Medical Standard Tests as listed below:

Medical Standards	Better eye	Worse Eye
Near Vision	N6 (corrected)	N9 (corrected)
Distance Vision	6/6 or 6/9 (corrected)	6/12 or 6/9 (corrected)
Limits of Refractive errors permitted	-4.00 D (including cylinder) Myopia +4.00 D (including cylinder) Hypermetropia	-4.00 D (including cylinder) Myopia +4.00 D (including cylinder) Hypermetropia

UPSC CAPF Interview/Personality Test 2024

Once candidates successfully pass the Written test, PET, and Medical Standards, they move on to the final stage of the selection process for UPSC CAPF – the Interview. This interview, also known as the Personality test, holds significant weight, carrying 150 marks that contribute to the final merit list. The purpose of this stage is to evaluate the personality and determine the suitability of the candidates. Those shortlisted for the interview receive a Detailed Application Form (DAF), where they specify their force preferences and provide other necessary details. This interview phase plays a crucial role in deciding the overall ranking of candidates in the final selection process.

UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2024 PDF Download

The UPSC will release the CAPF notification 2024 on 24th April 2024. The notification will be released on the official website upsc.gov.in by UPSC. To download the UPSC CAPF Syllabus, candidates must visit the official website or click the direct link given below:

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