SSC CPO (Central Police Organization) Exam 2025 - Notification, Eligibility, Important Dates, Syllabus and more

The SSC CPO (Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization) examination is a national level test conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for the recruitment of Sub-Inspectors in various Central Police Organizations like the Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and others. Candidates can refer to official website.

• Application Start Date: to be announced
• Last Date to Apply: to be announced
• Fee Payment Last Date: to be announced

Notification will be released on official website.

SSC CPO 2025 exam expected to have following vacancies:

• Delhi Police: 170+ vacancies for Sub-Inspector (Executive) - Male and Female.
• CAPFs: 4000+ posts for Sub-Inspector (GD) across various forces like BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB.

Nationality

• A candidate must be either:
• A citizen of India, or
• A subject of Nepal, or
• A subject of Bhutan, or
• A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before January 1, 1962, to permanently settle in India, or
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from certain countries with the intention to permanently settle in India.
• Candidates from categories (b), ©, (d), and (e) must have a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.

Age Limit

• The age limit for candidates is 20 to 25 years as of the crucial date specified in the notification.
• Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University
• For Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police, male candidates must have a valid driving license for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) at the time of Physical Endurance and Measurement Test.

Physical Standards

• Candidates must meet certain physical standards which include minimum height and chest measurements, with relaxations for candidates belonging to certain regions.

Physical Endurance Test (PET)

• This includes various physical activities like running, long jump, and high jump, with different criteria for male and female candidates.

Medical Standard

• Candidates must also meet certain medical standards which include vision requirements, among others.

Departmental Candidates

• Departmental candidates amongst Constables, Head Constables, and Assistant Sub-Inspectors of Delhi Police with a minimum of three years’ service, who shall not be more than 30 years of age (33 years for OBC and 35 years for SC/ST) as on the crucial date, may also apply

Tier 1:

Tier 1 is a General Aptitude Test comprising four sections:

• General Intelligence and Reasoning: Topics include verbal reasoning, syllogism, circular seating arrangement, linear seating arrangement, double lineup, scheduling, input-output, blood relations, directions and distances, ordering and ranking, data sufficiency, coding-decoding, and code inequalities.
• General Knowledge and Awareness: This section covers current events, history, culture, geography, economic scene, general polity, Indian Constitution, and scientific research.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Includes number series, simplification, average, percentage, ratio and proportion, interest, profit and loss, time and distance, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and mensuration.
• English Comprehension: Candidates will be tested on their understanding of English language and grammar, vocabulary, spelling, synonyms and antonyms, comprehension, sentence structure, and correct usage.

Tier 2:

Tier 2 focuses exclusively on the English Language & Comprehension:

• Error Recognition: Identifying grammatical structure and usage.
• Fill in the Blanks: Using verbs, prepositions, articles, etc.
• Vocabulary: Synonyms, antonyms, and their correct usage.
• Spellings: Correct and incorrect usages.
• Grammar: Sentence structure, sentence completion, phrases, and idiomatic use of words.
• Comprehension: Understanding and comprehension of the English language.
• Writing Ability: Testing the candidate’s ability to write and understand the language correctly and effectively.

Exam Pattern

The SSC CPO (Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization) exam pattern for 2025 is structured to evaluate candidates across various competencies through multiple stages. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the exam pattern:

Tier-I: Objective Multiple Choice

• Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT) Online.
• Subjects:
  • General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 questions, 50 marks.
  • General Knowledge & General Awareness: 50 questions, 50 marks.
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions, 50 marks.
  • English Comprehension: 50 questions, 50 marks.
    • Total: 200 questions, 200 marks.
    • Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes).
    • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.

Physical Standard Test (PST)/Physical Endurance Test (PET)

• Running: Both for male and female candidates with different distance criteria.
• Long Jump: With a minimum requirement that varies for male and female candidates.
• High Jump: With a minimum requirement that varies for male and female candidates.
• Shot Put (Male Candidates Only): Throwing a shot put of a specified weight over a certain distance.

Tier-II: Objective Multiple Choice

• Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT) Online.
• Subject: English Language & Comprehension.
• Total: 200 questions, 200 marks.
• Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes).
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.

Detailed Medical Examination (DME)

• Candidates who qualify in the PST/PET are eligible to undergo the DME.
• The DME assesses the medical fitness of the candidates for the demanding duties of the police force.

There are several resources available online where you can find free study material for the SSC CPO exam. Here are some options you can explore:

• Testbook: Provides a downloadable PDF of the SSC CPO syllabus for Tier 1 and Tier 2, which can help you structure your study by breaking down the material into manageable segments3.
• Learning Mantras: Offers study material and notes on subjects like English, Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, and General Awareness in PDF format. They also suggest following newspapers and magazines for current affairs preparation4

FAQs

- What is the salary offered for SSC CPO Job?

Pay Scale: Level-6 (Rs.35,400-Rs.1,12,400/-) and is classified as Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial for Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs, and Group ‘C’ by Delhi Police for Sub-Inspector (Executive) - (Male/Female) in Delhi Police