The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC CPO 2025 Notification for the recruitment of Sub-Inspectors (SI) in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) for the year 2025-26. The application process has started on the official website, ssc.gov.in, and will remain open until October 16, 2025.
SSC CPO 2025 Vacancies
A total of 3,073 vacancies have been announced. These include:
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SI (Executive) in Delhi Police for both male and female candidates
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SI (General Duty) in CAPF
The SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted in November and December 2025 through a computer-based test.
SSC CPO Vacancy 2025: Sub-Inspector (Executive) Delhi Police
The Delhi Police has notified 212 vacancies, with 142 posts for males and 70 posts for females.
Male Candidates (142 Vacancies)
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Open: 114
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Ex-Servicemen (Others): 8
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Ex-Servicemen (Special Category): 6
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Departmental Candidates (10% reservation): 14
Female Candidates (70 Vacancies)
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UR: 32
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OBC: 17
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SC: 9
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ST: 5
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EWS: 7
This shows that the intake for males is nearly double that of females.
SSC CPO 2025: CAPF Vacancy Breakup
A total of 2,861 vacancies have been announced for Sub-Inspector (GD) across various Central Armed Police Forces.
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CISF: 1,294
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CRPF: 1,029
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BSF: 223
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ITBP: 233
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SSB: 82
Gender-wise Distribution
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Male: 2,651 posts
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Female: 210 posts
This reflects nearly 93% vacancies for male candidates and only 7% for female candidates.
SSC CPO 2025: Category-wise Vacancy
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Unreserved (UR): 1,170
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OBC: 766
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EWS: 283
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SC: 434
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ST: 208
The unreserved category has the highest number of posts, followed by OBC and SC.
SSC CPO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for SSC CPO 2025 must meet the following conditions:
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Age Limit: 20 to 25 years
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Candidates should be born between August 2, 2000, and August 1, 2005
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Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
Age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules.
SSC CPO 2025 Application Fee
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Application Fee: Rs. 100
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Exempted Categories: Women, SC, ST, and eligible ex-servicemen
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Last date for fee submission: October 17, 2025
SSC CPO 2025 Exam Pattern
The selection process will include four stages:
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Paper 1 – Computer-Based Examination
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Physical Standard Test (PST)/Physical Endurance Test (PET)
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Paper 2 – Descriptive Paper
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Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Key Highlights of SSC CPO 2025
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Notification Released: September 2025
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Vacancies: 3,073 posts
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Last Date to Apply: October 16, 2025
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Exam Date: November–December 2025
Final Word
The SSC CPO 2025 recruitment offers a golden opportunity for graduates aspiring to join the Delhi Police and CAPF. With more than 3,000 vacancies, this is one of the most awaited recruitment drives of the year. Interested candidates should apply well before the deadline and start preparing according to the official exam pattern.
