SSC CPO Recruitment 2025: According to the latest news, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) calendar has been released. Staff Selection Commission planning to conduct the SSC CPO 2025 exam in July–August 2025. The SSC will release the official CPO notification on May 16, 2025, and the CPO application form will be available from May 16 to June 14, 2025.
The officials conduct SSC CPO recruitment to select candidates for Sub-Inspector (SI) posts in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). The selection process involves five stages: Paper 1, PET/PST, Paper 2, and Medical Examination. Check out the article to know more about the important dates, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, and other relevant details.
Overview of SSC CPO Recruitment 2025
Let us have a look at the overview of the SSC CPO recruitment 2025 from the table before getting into in-depth details:
Particulars
Details
Conducting Body
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name
SSC CPO
SSC CPO Full Form
Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organisation
Level of Exam
National Level
Posts
– Sub Inspector (GD) in CAPFs – Sub Inspector (Executive) – (Male/Female) in Delhi Police
Vacancy
4187
Application Mode
Online
Mode of Exam
Online
Selection Process
Paper 1, PET/PST, Paper 2, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
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SSC CPO Vacancy Details
Since SSC has issued the official SSC SI notification for a total of 4187, candidates can check out the same using our dedicated article on SSC CPO vacancy, where we have shown the category-wise bifurcation of the posts announced for SSC Sub Inspector.
SSC CPO Salary
The salary and pay scale for Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police, SI in CAPF, and Assistant Sub-Inspector(ASI) in CISF are tabulated below:
Post Name
Level
Group
Pay Scale / Salary
Sub Inspector in Delhi Police (Male/ Female)
6
‘C’ Non-Gazetted
Rs. 35400-112400/-
Assistant Sub-Inspector(ASI) in CISF
6
‘C’ Non-Gazetted
Rs. 29200-92300/-
Sub Inspector in CAPF
6
‘B’ Non-Gazetted
Rs. 35400-112400/-
SSC CPO Selection Process 2025
The SSC CPO recruitment process involves the following stages:
Paper 1: Written Examination
Physical Standard Test (PST)/ Physical Efficiency Examination (PET)
Paper 2: Written Examination (Computer-based Test (CBT))
Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
SSC CPO Eligibility Criteria
As per the official notification, the SSC CPO eligibility criteria, such as age limit, nationality, and education qualification, are as follows:
SSC CPO Nationality
The candidate must be:
A citizen of India, Or
A subject of Nepal, Or
A subject of Bhutan, Or
A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary will be admitted to the examination but the offer of appointment will be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to him by the Government of India.
SSC CPO Age Limit (As on August 1, 2025)
Find the age criteria below:
Candidates must be between the ages of 20 and 25 years.
SC/ST candidates have an age relaxation of 5 years.
Check the educational qualification required for SSC CPO recruitment below:
For SI (GD) in Delhi Police & CAPFs: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or equivalent. Candidates who have not yet acquired but will acquire the educational qualification and produce documentary evidence from the Board/University in support will also be eligible.
For SI (Exe.) in Delhi Police (Males only): Aspirants must possess a valid DL for LMV as on the date decided for Physical Endurance and Standard Tests.
Note: Male candidates applying for the post of SI in Delhi Police must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) on the date fixed for Physical Endurance and Measurement Tests. However, for all other posts, candidates who do not have a valid driving license for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) are eligible.
SSC CPO Application Form 2025
Aspiring candidates must read the SSC CPO notification and information brochure carefully before filling out the application form. The steps to fill up the SSC CPO application form are as given below:
1st Step: Go to the official website, i.e., ssc.nic.in.
2nd Step: Read the instructions and then enter the basic information asked to register yourself. Once registered, you will receive a “Registration ID and Password“. Note them down. Use them to log in.
3rd Step: Upload the scanned copies of the photograph and signature in JPEG/JPG format. The size of the photograph should be between 4 KB and 20 KB. The size of the signature should be between 1 KB and 12 KB.
4th Step: Enter the required details in the online application form carefully.
5th Step: Pay the SSC CPO application fee and submit your application.
6th Step: Take a printout of the same for future reference.
SSC CPO Application Fee
Candidates can pay the application fee for SSC CPO either online or offline. The application fee for different categories is as follows:
Category
Application Fee
General / OBC
Rs.100/-
SC / ST / Female candidates / Ex-serviceman
Exempted
SSC CPO Exam Pattern 2025
Candidates can check out the SSC CPO exam pattern for Paper 1 and Paper 2 from the table given below:
Particulars
Details
Exam Duration
Two hours
Type of Questions
Objective-type Questions
Paper 1 Subjects
General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension
Paper 2 Subjects
English Language and Comprehension
Number of Questions
200
Total Marks
200 Marks
Exam Language
Hindi and English
Negative Marks
0.25 Marks Deduction for Each Wrong Answer
SSC CPO Paper 1 Marks Distribution
The SSC CPO Paper 1 marks distribution is as follows:
Sections
Number of Questions/Maximum Marks
Quantitative Aptitude
50/50
English Comprehension
50/50
General Intelligence and Reasoning
50/50
General Awareness
50/50
Total
200/200
Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 are of 2 hours duration.
SSC CPO for Paper 2 Marks Distribution
The SSC CPO Paper 2 marks distribution is as follows:
Subjects
Number of Questions/Maximum Marks
English Language & Comprehension
200/200
SSC CPO Syllabus 2025
Check the below section to understand the subject-wise SSC CPO syllabus:
General Reasoning
General Knowledge
Quantitative Aptitude
English Comprehension
Verbal Reasoning
Current Affairs
Percentage
Reading Comprehension
Syllogism
Awards and Honours
Ratio and Percentage
Grammar
Circular Seating Arrangement
Books and Authors
Data Interpretation
Vocabulary
Linear Seating Arrangement
Sports
Mensuration and Geometry
Verbal Ability
Double Lineup
Entertainment
Quadratic Equation
Synonyms-Antonyms
Scheduling
Obituaries
Interest
Active and Passive Voice
Input-Output
Important Dates
Problems of Ages
Para Jumbles
Blood Relations
Scientific Research
Profit and Loss
Fill in the Blanks
Directions and Distances
–
Number Series
Error Correction
Ordering and Ranking
–
Speed, Distance, and Time
–
Data Sufficiency
–
Time and Work
–
Coding and Decoding
–
Number System
–
Code Inequalities
–
Data Sufficiency
–
SSC CPO Physical Standard Test and Physical Endurance Test
Check the below section to learn more about the PST/PET of SSC CPO:
Physical Standard Test for All Posts
As per the SSC CPO Recruitment notification, candidates’ height and chest requirements in different categories are tabulated below:
Category of Candidates
Heights (in cms)
Chest (in cms) Unexpanded
Chest (in cms) Expanded
Male candidates from General Category
170
80
85
Male candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh and Ladakh regions of J and K, North-Eastern States and Sikkim
165
80
85
All Male candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes
162.5
77
82
Female candidates from General Category
157
–
–
Female candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions, NorthEastern States and Sikkim
155
–
–
All Female candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes
154
–
–
Physical Endurance Test (PET) for All Posts
For Male Candidates
100 meters race in 16 seconds
1.6 km race in 6.5 minutes
Long Jump: 3.65 metres in 3 chances
High Jump: 1.2 metres in 3 chances
Shot Put (16 Lbs): 4.5 metres in 3 chance
For Female Candidates
100 metres race in 18 seconds
800 metres race in 4 minutes
Long Jump: 2.7 metres in 3 chances
High Jump: 0.9 metres in 3 chances
SSC CPO Medical Examination
Eyesight:
Minimum Near Vision: N6 (better eye) and N9 (worse eye)
Minimum Distant Vision: 6/6 (better eye) and 6/9 (worse eye)
Important Note: The physical requirements might have changed slightly. Please check out the official notice for the latest physical and medical exam details.
SSC CPO Admit Card 2025
The SSC CPO admit card will be issued on the official website in May 2025. All the aspirants who have successfully applied for SSC CPO recruitment will be able to download the SSC CPO admit card for Paper 1 from the regional websites of the SSC. Aspirants must enter the registration/ roll number and date of birth to log in to the official portal and download the hall ticket. Furthermore, they must carry the admit card along with one photo ID proof to the exam centre.
SSC CPO Result 2025
The commission releases SSC CPO results online for different phases of the exam, i.e., Paper 1, PET/PST, Paper 2, Medical Exam, and Final Selection. The results for all phases are published on the official website. The SSC CPO Paper 1 result will be declared soon. Marks of both qualified and unqualified candidates will be released a few days after the results are announced.
SSC CPO Cut-off 2025
SSC released the cut-off for SSC CPO along with the result soon. The SSC CPO cut-off for each stage is determined separately for male and female candidates. Besides the cut-off marks, candidates must also obtain the qualifying marks for their respective categories. To qualify for the SSC CPO, candidates must score equal to or higher than the SSC CPO cut-off marks.
Let us take a look at a few SSC CPO frequently asked questions:
Q:What is the SSC CPO full form?
Ans: SSC CPO stands for Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Central Police Organisation (CPO).
Q:When will the official SSC CPO recruitment 2025 notification be released?
Ans: The Staff Selection Commission released the SSC CPO notification 2025 on 16th May 2025(Expected).
Q: When is the SSC CPO Paper 1 exam 2025?
Ans: The SSC CPO Paper 1 exam is scheduled from July-August 2025(Tentative).
Q:What is the educational qualification required for SSC CPO 2025?
Ans: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or equivalent to apply for SSC CPO recruitment.
Q:What is the selection process for SSC CPO?
Ans: There are four stages in the SSC CPO selection process, namely Paper 1, PET/PST, Paper 2, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
Q:What is the SSC CPO salary?
Ans: The salary of Sub-Inspectors (SI) in Delhi Police and CAPFs is Rs. 35400-112400, and of Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in CISFs is Rs. 29200-92300.
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