The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the SSC CPO Exam to recruit candidates for the post of Sub-Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). The SSC CPO Exam 2025 is expected to be held in Nov-Dec, 2025. This exam follows a multi-stage selection process to assess candidates' physical fitness, mental sharpness, and overall suitability for these roles.
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 & General Awareness | 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 with sectional timer of 30 Minutes for each part.
| 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.
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SSC CPO Physical Test
The SSC CPO Physical Test 2025 includes two parts, the Physical Standard Test (PST) and the Physical Endurance Test (PET). The PST will check if candidates meet the required height and chest measurements. The PET will test physical fitness with activities like running, jumping, and shot put.
SSC CPO Physical Standard Test (PST) 2025
Below are the details of SSC CPO Physical Standard Test (PST):
| Category | Height (Male) | Height (Female) | Chest (Male - Unexpanded/Expanded) | Weight (Male & Female) |
|---|
| General | 170 cm | 157 cm | 80 cm / 85 cm | Proportional to height |
| Hill Areas (Garhwal, Kumaon, HP, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh, North-East, Sikkim) | 165 cm | 155 cm | 80 cm / 85 cm | Proportional to height |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162.5 cm | 154 cm | 77 cm / 82 cm | Proportional to height |
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SSC CPO Physical Endurance Test (PET) 2025
Below are the details of SSC CPO Physical Endurance Test (PET):
| Test | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|
| 100-meter race | 16 seconds | 18 seconds |
| 1.6 km race | 6.5 minutes | Not applicable |
| 800-meter race | Not applicable | 4 minutes |
| Long Jump | 3.65 meters (3 attempts) | 2.7 meters (3 attempts) |
| High Jump | 1.2 meters (3 attempts) | 0.9 meters (3 attempts) |
| Shot Put (16 lbs) | 4.5 meters (3 attempts) | Not applicable |
What are the Key Takeaways?
Below are the key takeaways from this article:
- SSC CPO 2025 Exam Dates: Scheduled from 1st to 6th September 2025.
- Paper 1 Pattern: 200 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours, 0.25 negative marking.
- Paper 1 Sections: Reasoning, GK, Quantitative Aptitude, English – 50 questions each.
- CGL Paper 1 Duration: 2 hrs 15 min; Paper 2 Duration: 2 hrs.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Checks height, chest, and weight as per category norms.
- Physical Endurance Test (PET): Includes running, jumping, and shot put for male/female candidates.
- PET Male Highlights: 100m in 16s, 1.6 km in 6.5 min, 3.65m long jump, 1.2m high jump, 4.5m shot put.
- PET Female Highlights: 100m in 18s, 800m in 4 min, 2.7m long jump, 0.9m high jump.
- ST and Hill Area Relaxations: Reduced height and chest requirements as per category.
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