UPSC CAPF Group A Recruitment 2026: The Union Public Service Commission has released Notification No. 08/2026-CAPF for the Central Armed Police Forces Examination 2026. The commission will recruit 349 Assistant Commandants Group A through this exam.
The online application window opens on 20 February 2026 and closes on 12 March 2026. The written exam will take place on 19 July 2026. Candidates must apply through the official website upsc.gov.in.
UPSC CAPF Jobs 2026 Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
| Notification No | 08/2026-CAPF |
| Exam Name | CAPF (ACs) Examination 2026 |
| Post | Assistant Commandant (Group A) |
| Category | Central Govt Jobs |
| Total Vacancies | 349 |
| Job Type | Regular |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 12 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 19 July 2026 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Force-Wise Vacancies
| Force | Posts |
|---|---|
| BSF | 108 |
| CRPF | 106 |
| ITBP | 12 |
| SSB | 53 |
| CISF | 70 |
| Total | 349 |
Important Dates
| Start of Application | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 March 2026 |
| Written Exam | 19 July 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university. Final year students who will complete their degree in 2026 can also apply, subject to meeting all conditions at the time of selection.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Pay Level | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Pay Scale | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Military Service Pay | ₹15,600 per month |
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026):
Candidates must be between 20 and 25 years of age. They should be born between 2 August 2001 and 1 August 2006.
Age relaxation:
SC/ST candidates: 5 years
OBC candidates: 3 years
Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
Written Examination
Physical Standards Test
Physical Efficiency Test
Interview or Personality Test
Medical Examination
Candidates must clear each stage.
Exam Centres in Tamil Nadu
The written exam will be conducted in:
Chennai
Madurai
Application Fee
Female, SC, and ST candidates do not need to pay any fee.
All other candidates must pay Rs. 200 through online mode.
How to Apply UPSC CAPF Group A Recruitment 2026?
- Visit upsc.gov.in.
- Open the CAPF (ACs) Examination 2026 link.
- Complete One-Time Registration if required.
- Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the fee, if applicable.
- Review the form and submit it.
- Save a copy for future reference.
- Read the full notification on the UPSC website before you apply.