Welcome to Sarkari Naukri. The official notification for UPSC CAPF Admit Card 2026 Out – Download e has been announced. Below you will find comprehensive coverage of the eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy details, and direct official application channels.
UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Written Exam Date | 19 July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Vacancies (tentative, per notification) | 349 posts across BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB |
| Application Window | 20 February 2026 – 12 March 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| e-Admit Card Portal | upsconline.gov.in (e-Admit Card section) and upsc.gov.in (“What’s New”) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 20 February 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 12 March 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| e-Admit Card (expected window) | Typically 2-3 weeks before the exam; check official portal for confirmation |
| Written Examination | 19 July 2026 (Sunday) |
Vacancy Details
Per the official notification, UPSC has announced a tentative total of 349 Assistant Commandant vacancies across five Central Armed Police Forces. Exact force-wise figures can vary slightly between reports, so candidates should refer to the official notification PDF on upsc.gov.in for the final, force-wise breakup rather than relying on secondary estimates.
- Border Security Force (BSF)
- Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
- Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
- Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
Selection Process
The UPSC CAPF (ACs) selection process has multiple stages, and candidates must clear each stage to proceed to the next:
- Written Examination – Paper I (Objective) and Paper II (Descriptive), held on the same day
- Physical Standards Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Medical Standards Test
- Interview / Personality Test
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Ability and Intelligence | Objective | 250 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Paper II | General Studies, Essay and Comprehension | Descriptive | 200 | 3 hours |
Paper II is evaluated only for candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I, as UPSC has specified for this exam pattern.
Required Documents
- Printed copy of the e-admit card
- A valid original government-issued photo ID (such as Aadhaar, PAN card, Voter ID, or Driving Licence)
- Passport-size photographs matching the one uploaded during application
Note: UPSC issues e-admit cards online only no admit card is sent by post or email.
How to Download the UPSC CAPF AC e-Admit Card
- Visit the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in, or the e-Admit Card portal at upsconline.gov.in.
- On the homepage, look under “What’s New” for “e-Admit Card: Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2026.”
- Click the link and read the on-screen instructions, then select “Yes” to proceed.
- Choose to log in either “By Registration ID” or “By Roll Number.”
- Enter your Registration ID or Roll Number along with your password/date of birth and the security code.
- Click “Submit” to view your admit card.
- Download the admit card and take at least two printouts.
- Carefully check your name, roll number, exam centre, date, and reporting time for errors.
Important Instructions for Exam Day
- Reach the examination centre well before the reporting time printed on the admit card.
- Carry the printed admit card along with a valid original photo ID at every stage of the selection process.
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, calculators, and other electronic gadgets are not allowed inside the exam hall.
- Use only black ballpoint pens for OMR-based responses, as instructed by UPSC.
- Follow all instructions given by invigilators and cooperate with frisking/verification procedures.
- If you notice any discrepancy on your admit card such as an incorrect name, photo, or exam centre contact UPSC immediately through the contact details printed on the admit card itself; do not wait until exam day.
- Keep the admit card safe even after the written exam, as it is required again at the PST/PET, medical test, and interview stages.
Important Links
- Official UPSC Website: upsc.gov.in
- e-Admit Card Portal: Download Admit Card 2026
- Original notification link shared for this exam: upsc.gov.in → What’s New → “Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2026” → “e-Admit Card”
