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UPSC CAPF 2024 has released the Notification for the Assistant Commandant, announcing a total of 506 vacancies. The application process is open and candidates can apply online at www.upsc.gov.in.
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About UPSC
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) operates as a Constitutional Body under Article 315-323 Part XIV Chapter II of the Indian Constitution, carrying out its duties and obligations outlined in Article 320. It conducts a range of examinations as per the Government of India’s regulations, ensuring a fair, impartial, and merit-based selection process for various Group A and Group B government services.
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024
The UPSC CAPF AC Notification, dated April 24, 2024, seeks to fill 506 Assistant Commandant vacancies. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts an annual recruitment campaign across the country to select Grade A Officers (Assistant Commandants) in India’s numerous paramilitary forces, including the BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. The official UPSC website, www.upsc.gov.in, now hosts the online application process for UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024, which has begun. The selection process will include written tests, physical tests, and interviews/personality assessments. Notably, the UPSC has scheduled the written test for CAPF (AC) for August 4, 2024.
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024 Overview
Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Posts Name | Assistant Commandant |
Vacancies | 506 |
Education qualification | Bachelor’s degree |
Application Starting Date | 24th April 2024 |
Application Ending Date | 14th May 2024 |
Selection Process | Written Test Physical Test/Medical Test Interview/Personality Test |
Mode Of Application | Online |
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024 Important Dates
Events | Date |
Notification Release Date | 24th April 2024 |
Application Start Date | 24th April 2024 |
Application End Date | 14th May 2024 |
Admit Card Issue Date | July 2024 |
Exam Date | 4th August 2024 |
Result Date | To Be Notified |
DAF- Window activation date | To Be Notified |
Final Result | To Be Notified |
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024 Vacancy
Forces | No. of Posts |
Border Security Force (BSF) | 186 |
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) | 120 |
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) | 100 |
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) | 58 |
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) | 42 |
Total | 506 |
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Applicants must be Indian citizens, with exceptions made for Nepali or Bhutanese citizens with the consent of the Central Government.
- Sex: Both male and female candidates are eligible for the Assistant Commandant positions.
- Age Limits:
- Candidates must be between 20 and 25 years old as of August 1, 2024.
- Age relaxations are provided for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and Civilian Central Government Servants/Ex-Servicemen.
- Educational Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or institution. Those awaiting results or intending to appear for qualifying examinations in 2024 may also apply provisionally.
- Restrictions on Re-appearance: Candidates who have been finally selected in earlier Assistant Commandants examinations are not eligible to reappear.
- Physical Standards: Applicants must meet the prescribed physical and medical standards specified in the notification.
- Possession of NCC Certificates: Possession of NCC ‘B’ or ‘C’ Certificates will be considered a desirable qualification and may be considered for the Interview/Personality Test.
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024 Selection Process
(i) Written Examination: Conducted by UPSC on August 4, 2024, comprising Paper I (General Ability and Intelligence – 250 Marks) and Paper II (General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension – 200 Marks).
(ii) Physical Standards/Physical Efficiency Tests and Medical Standards Tests: Candidates passing the written exam undergo Physical Standards/Physical Efficiency Tests and Medical Standards Tests.
(iii) Interview/Personality Test: Candidates qualifying in the Medical Standards Tests proceed to Interview/Personality Test, carrying 150 Marks.
(iv) Final Selection/Merit: Based on marks obtained in the Written Examination and Interview/Personality Test.
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024 Exam Pattern
Paper No. | Type of Questions | No.of Questions | Duration | Total Marks | Language | Negative Marking |
Paper -I | MCQ’s | 125 | 2 Hours | 250 | English & Hindi | 1/3 marks for every incorrect answer |
Paper – II | Subjective Type Questions | 7 | 3 Hours | 200 | English | – |
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024 Salary
Basic Pay | Rs. 15,600/- |
Grade Pay | Rs. 5,400/- |
Dearness Allowance (DA) | Rs. 26,250/- |
In-hand Salary | Rs. 44,135/- |
Total | Rs. 51,480/- |
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024 Application Fee
- Candidates (excluding females/SC/ST) must pay Rs. 200/- through various modes.
- Payment options include State Bank of India branches, Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking.
- “Pay by Cash” option requires printing a Pay-in-slip during registration and depositing at an SBI Branch.
- “Pay by Cash” option deactivates one day before the closing date.
- Applicants unable to pay by cash must use online payment modes.
- Fees are non-refundable and cannot be reserved for other exams.
- Failure to provide payment details within the specified time will result in application rejection.
- Female candidates and those from Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes are exempt from fees.
- OBC/EWS candidates must pay the full fee.
UPSC CAPF Recruitment 2024 – Steps to Apply
Steps to apply for UPSC CAPF 2024:
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Click on the recruitment button for “CAPF 2024.”
- Fill in the “ONLINE RECRUITMENT APPLICATION (ORA).”
- Enter all required details in the ORA, including personal information, academic qualifications, and contact information.
- Ensure to provide accurate and active email addresses, as UPSC will communicate through email.
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