SSC CPO vacancy will be officially declared in the notification on May 31, 2026. Based on previous year trends, approximately 3,000 to 3,500 posts are expected across Delhi Police SI and CAPF SI posts. CISF and CRPF have the highest number of vacancies among all forces. Female candidates have separate vacancy quotas in each force.
SSC CPO Vacancy 2026
The SSC CPO Vacancy 2026 for the posts of Sub-Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police and Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs will be announced along with the official notification by the Staff Selection Commission. These vacancies are released category-wise and post-wise, giving candidates a clear idea of competition and opportunities.
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To help aspirants understand the expected distribution, here are the previous year vacancy details:
SSC CPO Vacancy (Previous Year) – Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police (Male)
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 50 | 27 | 15 | 08 | 14 | 114 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Others) | 04 | 02 | 01 | 01 | – | 08 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Special Category) | 03 | 02 | 01 | – | – | 06 |
| 10% Dept. Candidates Quota | 06 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 14 |
| Total | 63 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 15 | 142 |
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SSC CPO Vacancy (Previous Year) – Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police (Female)
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 32 | 17 | 09 | 05 | 07 | 70 |
| Total | 32 | 17 | 09 | 05 | 07 | 70 |
SSC CPO Vacancy (Previous Year) – Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs
| Force | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRPF | Male | 407 | 101 | 272 | 151 | 75 | 1006 | 1029 |
| Female | 10 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 23 | ||
| BSF | Male | 87 | 21 | 57 | 31 | 16 | 212 | 223 |
| Female | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 | ||
| ITBP | Male | 85 | 18 | 52 | 32 | 11 | 198 | 233 |
| Female | 15 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 35 | ||
| CISF | Male | 473 | 116 | 314 | 175 | 86 | 1164 | 1294 |
| Female | 53 | 13 | 35 | 19 | 10 | 130 | ||
| SSB | Male | 30 | 7 | 14 | 15 | 5 | 71 | 82 |
| Female | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 | ||
| Total | Male | 1082 | 263 | 709 | 404 | 193 | 2651 | 2861 |
| Female | 88 | 20 | 57 | 30 | 15 | 210 |
SSC CPO Year-wise Vacancy Trend
| Year | Total Vacancy | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ~3,100 | Expected |
| 2024 | ~3,073 | Delhi Police + CAPFs |
| 2023 | ~4,187 | Higher vacancy year |
| 2022 | ~4,300 | Good vacancy year |
| 2021 | ~3,000 | Normal year |
Category-wise Reservation
| Category | Reservation | Expected of 3,000 vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| UR (General) | 40.5% | 1,215 |
| OBC | 27% | 810 |
| SC | 15% | 450 |
| ST | 7.5% | 225 |
| EWS | 10% | 300 |
Force Preference Strategy
During the application and document verification stage, candidates submit their force preference order. Higher scorers get preferred force choices. Factors to consider when choosing force preference: Delhi Police SI is most preferred (Delhi posting, civil police work, stable life). CISF has most vacancies (airport security, industrial security, good facilities at major cities). CRPF has highest operational tempo (counter-insurgency, high risk allowances, may deploy to sensitive areas). ITBP has hardship postings in Himalayan areas with substantial allowances. BSF and SSB have border postings.
SSC CPO Online Form 2026
The SSC CPO Online Form 2026 will be available from 31st May 2026 on the official website of the Staff Selection Commission, along with the notification release. Candidates will be able to submit their applications online until 30th June 2026.
It is highly recommended to complete the application process well before the last date to avoid any last-minute technical issues. All applications must be submitted through the official SSC portal, as no offline mode is accepted.
SSC CPO 2026 Admit Card
The Staff Selection Commission will issue the SSC CPO 2026 Admit Card separately for Paper I and Paper II on its official website. Candidates who successfully complete the application process will be able to download their hall tickets prior to the exam dates using their registration ID and password/date of birth.
The admit card is a mandatory document for entry into the examination hall and contains key details such as exam date, time, venue, and candidate information. Applicants are advised to download their admit cards well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.
SSC CPO 2026 Result
The SSC CPO Result 2026 will be घोषित stage-wise after the completion of each phase of the examination. The Staff Selection Commission publishes the results in PDF format, listing the names and roll numbers of qualified candidates.
Candidates can check their selection status by searching their roll number in the result PDF. Only those who qualify in one stage will be eligible to appear for the next stage of the recruitment process.
SSC CPO 2026 Cut Off
The SSC CPO Cut Off 2026 will be released along with the result for each stage of the exam. The cut-off marks for Paper I are announced first, followed by Paper II cut-off. These marks represent the minimum score required to qualify for the next stage.
Candidates can estimate their chances of selection by comparing their expected scores with previous year cut-off trends. Below is the SSC CPO 2024 Paper I Cut-Off for reference:
| Category | Cut Off Marks (Female) | Cut Off Marks (Male) | Cut Off Marks (Male Dept. Candidates – Delhi Police) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 106.75022 | 89.85810 | 96.85972 |
| ST | 98.10614 | 82.65680 | 88.19063 |
| ESM | 42.69427 | 40.07024 | – |
| OBC | 128.64348 | 113.50911 | 125.06044 |
| EWS | 127.40295 | 111.43520 | 109.17362 |
| UR | 135.27003 | 119.80335 | 134.59289 |
Frequently Asked Questions on SSC CPO Vacancy
Q1. How many vacancies in SSC CPO 2026? 3,000 to 3,500 expected. Official count on May 31, 2026.
Q2. Which force has most vacancies in SSC CPO? CISF typically has the highest vacancies (over 1,000) followed by CRPF.
Q3. Are there separate vacancies for female candidates? Yes. All forces have separate male and female vacancy quotas.
Q4. Can vacancy increase after notification? Yes. SSC sometimes revises vacancy based on additional requirements from forces.