The UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandant) Admit Card 2026 has been released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for candidates appearing in the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026. The admit card is a mandatory document for entry to the examination hall and contains important details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam date, reporting time, and examination centre. Candidates should download their admit card from the official website, verify all the information carefully, and carry a printed copy along with a valid photo ID on the day of the examination.
| Commission | UPSC |
| Post | Assistant Commandant |
| Vacancy | 349 |
| Important Dates | - Notification Date : 20th February 2026
- Application Start Date: 20th February 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 12th March, 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 12th March, 2026
- Exam Date: 19th July 2026
- Admit Card Date : 10th July 2026
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| Application Fee | - General / OBC / EWS (Male) : ₹200
- SC / ST / Female Candidates : Exempted (No Fee)
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| Age | - Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
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| Selection Process | |
UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card : Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Force Name | Number of Vacancies |
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| 1 | BSF | 108 |
| 2 | CRPF | 106 |
| 3 | ITBP | 12 |
| 4 | SSB | 53 |
| 5 | CISF | 70 |
| Total | 349 |
UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card : Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
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| Nationality | Only a citizen of India is eligible for appointment. However, a subject of Nepal or Bhutan may also be appointed with the written consent of the Central Government. |
| Sex | Both Male and Female candidates are eligible for appointment to the post of Assistant Commandant. |
| Education | A candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree of a University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State
Legislature in India |
UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card : Selection Process
| Selection Stage | Details |
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| Written Examination | The Written Examination is the first stage of the UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandant) Recruitment 2026 selection process. It is conducted in offline mode and consists of objective and descriptive papers designed to assess candidates’ general ability, intelligence, current affairs, aptitude, and essay/comprehension skills. Candidates who secure the prescribed cut-off marks are shortlisted for the next stage. |
| Physical Standards Test (PST) / Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Medical Examination | Candidates qualifying the Written Examination are called for the Physical Standards Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Medical Examination. The PST verifies whether candidates meet the prescribed height, weight, and chest measurements (where applicable). The PET evaluates physical fitness through activities such as running and other prescribed events. The Medical Examination ensures that candidates are medically fit to perform the duties of an Assistant Commandant. |
| Interview / Personality Test | Candidates who successfully clear the physical and medical stages are invited for the Interview/Personality Test conducted by the UPSC. This stage assesses the candidate’s leadership qualities, communication skills, decision-making ability, mental alertness, confidence, and overall personality. The final merit list is prepared based on the combined performance in the Written Examination and the Interview/Personality Test, subject to meeting all eligibility requirements. |
UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card : Download Process
