The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Assistant Commandant (AC) Examination 2025. This examination offers a prestigious opportunity for individuals aspiring to serve the nation by joining forces such as the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). This article provides a comprehensive overview of the notification, including details on age limit, eligibility criteria, exam dates, and the exam pattern.

Important Dates

Note: Candidates are advised to apply early to secure their preferred examination center, as allotment is on a "first-apply-first-allot" basis.

Age Limit

To be eligible for the CAPF AC 2025 examination, candidates must meet the following age criteria:

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 25 years

Age is calculated as of August 1, 2025. Therefore, candidates born between August 2, 2000, and August 1, 2005, are eligible to apply.

Age Relaxation:

• Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST): 5 years
• Other Backward Classes (OBC): 3 years

For detailed information on age relaxation for other categories, refer to the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:

1. Nationality:

   • Must be a citizen of India.
   • Subjects of Nepal and Bhutan are also eligible to apply.

2. Educational Qualification:

   • A bachelor's degree from a recognized university or institution.

3. Physical and Medical Standards:

   • Candidates must meet the prescribed physical and medical standards set by UPSC. Detailed criteria are provided in the official notification.

Exam Pattern

The CAPF AC 2025 examination consists of three stages:

1. Written Examination:

   • Paper I: General Ability and Intelligence
     • Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
     • Marks: 250
     • Duration: 2 hours
   • Paper II: General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension
     • Type: Descriptive
     • Marks: 200
     • Duration: 3 hours

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Medical Standards Test:

   • Candidates who qualify in the written examination will undergo PET and medical tests to assess their physical and medical fitness.

3. Interview/Personality Test:

   • Candidates who clear the PET and medical tests will be called for an interview/personality test, carrying 150 marks.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Standards:

Note: Pregnancy at the time of PET will be a disqualification.

Application Process

Candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website from March 5, 2025, to March 25, 2025. The application process involves:

1. Registration:

   • Visit the official UPSC website and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.

2. Application Form:

   • Fill in the required details, including personal information, educational qualifications, and choice of examination center.

3. Upload Documents:

   • Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and any other required documents as per the specifications mentioned in the notification.

4. Application Fee:

   • General and OBC Candidates: ₹200
   • Female, SC, and ST Candidates: Exempted from the application fee.

5. Submission:

   • Review all the entered information carefully and submit the application form. Take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Note: Ensure that all details are accurate and complete to avoid any discrepancies during the selection process.

Syllabus Overview

A brief overview of the syllabus for the CAPF AC 2025 examination is as follows:

• Paper I: General Ability and Intelligence

  • General Mental Ability: Logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude, numerical ability, and data interpretation.
  • General Science: General awareness, scientific temper, comprehension, and appreciation of scientific phenomena.
  • Current Events: National and international importance in culture, music, arts, sports, governance, societal and developmental issues, industry, business, globalization, and interactions among nations.
  • Indian Polity and Economy: Knowledge of the political system, Constitution of India, social systems, public administration, economic development in India, regional and international security issues, and human rights.
  • History of India: Social, economic, and political aspects of Indian history.
  • Indian and World Geography: Physical, social, and economic aspects of geography pertaining to India and the world.

• Paper II: General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension

  • Part A: Essay questions that may be answered in Hindi or English, focusing on topics such as modern Indian history, geography, polity, economy, security, and human rights.
  • Part B: Comprehension, précis writing, and other language skills to be answered in English only.

For a detailed syllabus, refer to the official notification.

Admit Card

The admit card for the CAPF AC 2025 examination will be released approximately three weeks before the exam date. Candidates can download it from the official UPSC website by entering their registration ID and date of birth. It is mandatory to carry the admit card to the examination center along with a valid photo ID.

Selection Process

The selection process for CAPF AC 2025 involves the following stages:

1. Written Examination: Candidates must qualify in both papers to proceed to the next stage.

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Medical Standards Test: Candidates who clear the written examination will undergo PET and medical tests.

3. Interview/Personality Test: Candidates who qualify in the PET and medical tests will be called for an interview/personality test.

4. Final Merit List: The final selection will be based on the combined performance in the written examination and the interview/personality test.