The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Assistant Commandant (AC) Recruitment 2025 . A total of 357 vacancies online through the official UPSC website before the deadline.
Key Details Criteria Details Organization Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Post Name Assistant Commandant (AC) Total Vacancies 357 Application Start Date 05 March 2025 Application Last Date 25 March 2025 (Till 6:00 PM) Exam Date 03 August 2025 Mode of Application Online via UPSC Website Selection Process Written Exam, Physical Test, Interview, Medical Examination
Vacancy Distribution Force Vacancies Border Security Force (BSF) 24 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 204 Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) 92 Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) 4 Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) 33 Total 357
Eligibility Criteria Age Limit (as of 01 August 2025)
Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 25 years (Born between 02 August 2000 to 01 August 2005 )
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-servicemen as per government norms.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Candidates appearing in the final year of graduation can also apply, but they must submit proof of graduation before the final selection.
Physical Standards Measurement Male Female Height 165 cm 157 cm Chest 81 cm (Expanded: 86 cm) Not applicable Weight 50 kg 46 kg
Selection Process
Written Examination (03 August 2025)
Paper 1 : General Ability & Intelligence (250 Marks) – Objective TypePaper 2 : General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension (200 Marks)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
100m Race: 16 sec (Male) / 18 sec (Female)
800m Race: 3 min 45 sec (Male) / 4 min 45 sec (Female)
Long Jump: 3.5m (Male) / 3.0m (Female)
Shot Put (7.26kg): 4.5m (Male Only)
Medical Standards Test Interview/Personality Test (150 Marks)Final Merit List based on written exam and interview scores.
Application Fee Category Fee (₹) General/OBC 200 SC/ST/Female Exempted
Important Links How to Apply?
Visit the UPSC Online Portal .
Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not done before.
Fill out the CAPF AC 2025 application form.
Upload the necessary documents (photo, signature, ID proof, etc.).
Pay the application fee and submit the form.
Download the application form for reference.
Why Join CAPF as Assistant Commandant?
Leadership role in India’s elite paramilitary forces .
Competitive salary and allowances.
Career growth and job security in national security forces.
Important Instructions
Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying. E-Admit Cards will be available online before the exam.Negative Marking applies for wrong answers in the objective paper.
Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply for UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 before 25 March 2025.
