Which forces can CAPF AC 2027 candidates join?

UPSC CAPF AC 2027 recruits Assistant Commandants for BSF (Border Security Force), CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force), CISF (Central Industrial Security Force), ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police), and SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal).

What is UPSC CAPF AC exam pattern?

Paper 1 (250 marks, 2.5 hours): General Ability & Intelligence, 125 MCQs with +2/-0.66 marking. Paper 2 (200 marks, 3 hours): Essay, Précis, Comprehension, and English writing — descriptive. Physical Standards Test and Medical Test follow. Interview is 150 marks.

What is CAPF AC salary in 2027?

CAPF Assistant Commandant salary is ₹56,100-₹1,77,500 per month (Pay Level 10). With operational and deployment allowances, force-specific pay, DA, and free accommodation, the total compensation package reaches ₹80,000-₹1,00,000+ per month.

How many CAPF AC vacancies are expected in 2027?

UPSC CAPF AC 2027 is expected to have 250-350 vacancies. The 2023 notification had 323 vacancies across BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. BSF and CRPF typically have the highest share of vacancies.

What are the physical standards for CAPF AC 2027?

Male: Height 165 cm, Chest 81-86 cm, Weight proportionate. Female: Height 157 cm. PET: Male 100 m in 16 sec, 800 m in 3.45 min, long jump 3.5 m, high jump 1.2 m. Female: 100 m in 18 sec, 800 m in 4.45 min. Medical standard: physically fit with good vision.

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CAPF SI Preparation Guide

UPSC (Union Public Service Commission)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for CAPF SI 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks200

Duration120 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Online (CBT) + Physical + Interview

Frequency

Once a year

Next Exam Date

August 2027

EEligibility Criteria

Graduate degree, age 20-25 years

ANumber of Attempts

No limit till age

Study Plan by Subject

General Ability & Intelligence

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Studies

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Elementary Mathematics

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

English Comprehension

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Paper 2 is descriptive — practice essay writing on national security, border issues, and current governance topics

Physical preparation must begin 3-4 months before exam — running, jumping, and strength training are mandatory

Paper 1 GK focuses on current affairs and national issues — read newspapers and follow defence/security news

CAPF interview tests leadership potential and situation handling — prepare UPSC-style personality test responses

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
General Ability & Intelligence	50	50	30 min
General Studies	50	50	30 min
Elementary Mathematics	50	50	30 min
English Comprehension	50	50	30 min
Total	200	200	120 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

April 2027

Next Exam Date

August 2027

Conducted By

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