Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued a notification for Central Armed Police Forces, CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive is to fill a total of 349 Assistant Commandant posts in different CAPF forces, which include the BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB.

The online application process has begun, and the final date for applying online is 12 March 2026 (06:00 PM) Before the closing date, interested and eligible candidates may apply online through the official UPSC website.

There will be Written Examination, Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Medical Examination & Job Interview / Personality Test in the recruitment selection process. UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026: Candidates holding Bachelor’s Degree from any recognised university can apply for UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2024.

UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Name	Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Examination 2026
Post Name	Assistant Commandant
Total Vacancies	349
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	All India
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

UPSC CAPF Notification 2026

Complete details of eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, application process and recruitment schedule are available in UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Notification 2026.

Before applying online, candidates must carefully read the official notification PDF. It also contains the specifics concerning application form, necessary papers and exam directions.

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UPSC CAPF Vacancy 2026

Therefore, UPSC releases 349 Assistant Commandant post vacancies under different CAPF forces.

Force	Vacancies
BSF	—
CRPF	—
CISF	—
ITBP	—
SSB	—
Total	349

In order to fill up these vacant posts, UPSC CAPF Examination 2026 will be organized for the recruitment process.

UPSC CAPF Important Dates 2026

Event	Date
Start Date for Online Application	Started
Last Date to Apply Online	12 March 2026 (06:00 PM)
CAPF Written Examination	19 July 2026

UPSC CAPF Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have the following qualification:

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.

UPSC CAPF Age Limit

Minimum Age	Maximum Age
20 Years	25 Years

UPSC CAPF Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC	₹200
SC / ST / Female	No Fee

UPSC CAPF Selection Process

You can refer to the following stages of Assistant Commandant Recruitment Selection process:

• Written Examination
• Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
• Medical Examination
• Interview / Personality Test

Candidates are required to clear every stage to progress in the recruitment process.

How to Apply Online for UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official website upsc.gov.in
• CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026
• Carefully Read the Official Notification PDF and Download
• Click on Apply Online
• Sign up to register with the mobile number and email id
• Use your registered contact details to verify OTP
• Once you have registered, login to fill personal, educational and required details in the application form.
• Upload documents like signature and photo
• Pay the application fee online
• Fill the Application form and take print out of confirmation page

Candidates should take a printout of application form and Payment receipt for future reference.

Documents Required for UPSC CAPF Application

• Passport size photograph
• Signature
• Identity proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Driving License)
• Educational certificates
• Category certificate (if applicable)

Important Links

Description	Link
UPSC CAPF Official Notification PDF	Download PDF
UPSC CAPF Apply Online	Click Here
UPSC CAPF Official Website	https://upsc.gov.in/

Last Date for UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026?

The closing date for the online application is 12.03.2026 (06:00 PM).

How many vacancies are there in UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2026?

Assistant Commandant announcement for a total of 349 vacancy