SSC CPO Sub Inspector SI Recruitment 2025: Complete Notification, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Salary, and Apply Online

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SSC CPO Sub Inspector SI Recruitment 2025: Complete Notification, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Salary, and Apply Online

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the SSC CPO Sub Inspector (SI) Recruitment 2025 for a total of 3073 vacancies across the Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). This is a fantastic opportunity for determined aspirants looking for a challenging and respected career in law enforcement.

Interested candidates can apply online from 26 September 2025 to 16 October 2025 through the official SSC website. This blog provides complete details on eligibility, vacancy, physical standards, the multi-stage selection process, exam pattern, and detailed syllabus for SSC CPO SI 2025.


Key Highlights and Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release Date26 September 2025
Online Application Start26 September 2025
Last Date to Apply Online16 October 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment17 October 2025
Correction Window for Application24 to 26 October 2025
Admit Card ReleaseTo be notified
Exam DateTo be notified
Result DateTo be notified

Application Fee and Age Limit

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWS₹100
SC / ST / FemaleNo Fee

Payment can be made via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.

Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025)

  • Minimum Age: 20 years

  • Maximum Age: 25 years

Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen and other reserved categories.


Total Vacancies (3073 Posts)

The total vacancies are distributed across Delhi Police and the various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) as follows:

ForceMaleFemaleTotal
Delhi Police14270212
BSF21211223
CISF11641301294
CRPF1006231029
ITBP19835233
SSB711182
Grand Total27932803073

Eligibility and Physical Standards

Educational Qualification

A Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University or Institution is the minimum educational requirement.

Important Note for Delhi Police: For Sub Inspector (Executive) Male candidates in Delhi Police, a valid LMV driving license (Motorcycle and Car) is required as of the date of Physical Endurance and Standard Tests.

Physical Eligibility (PET/PST)

GenderHeightChest (unexpanded - expanded)Physical Tests (Qualifying)
Male (General/OBC/SC)170 cm80 cm - 85 cm100m run in 16 sec, Long Jump 3.65 m, High Jump 1.2 m, Shot Put 4.5 m (3 attempts each)
Male (ST)162.5 cm77 cm - 82 cmSame as General males
Female (General/OBC/SC)157 cmNot applicable100m run in 18 sec, Long Jump 2.7 m, High Jump 0.9 m (3 attempts each)
Female (ST)154 cmNot applicableSame as General females

Salary Details

The SSC CPO SI post is highly rewarding. Selected candidates will be placed at:

  • Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month (Level 6)

  • Allowances: The salary is supplemented by HRA, DA, TA, and other allowances as applicable, resulting in an attractive in-hand monthly salary.


Selection Process

The SSC CPO SI Recruitment 2025 selection is sequential and mandatory, meaning you must clear all preceding stages to move to the next:

  1. Paper-I (Computer Based Test)

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

  3. Paper-II (Computer Based Test)

  4. Document Verification

  5. Medical Examination

  6. Final Merit List


SSC CPO SI 2025 Exam Pattern

Paper-I (200 Marks, 2 Hours)

Paper-I is an objective-type, Computer Based Test (CBT). It features sectional timing of 30 minutes for each part.

SectionNo. of QuestionsMarksDuration
General Intelligence & Reasoning505030 minutes
General Knowledge & Awareness505030 minutes
Quantitative Aptitude505030 minutes
English Comprehension505030 minutes
Total2002002 hours
  • Questions in Parts I, II, and III are bilingual (Hindi & English).

  • Negative marking: marks deducted for every wrong answer.

Paper-II (200 Marks, 2 Hours)

Paper-II is also an objective-type, online CBT focused entirely on English skills.

SectionNo. of QuestionsMarksDuration
English Language & Comprehension2002002 hours
  • Negative marking: marks deducted for every wrong answer.


SSC CPO SI 2025 Detailed Syllabus

Paper-I Syllabus

SubjectTopics Covered
General Intelligence & ReasoningVerbal and non-verbal reasoning, Analogies, similarities & differences, Coding-decoding, Puzzles and spatial orientation, Syllogism, statements, conclusions, Arithmetic and figural series, Problem solving, decision making.
General Knowledge & AwarenessCurrent events (national & international), History and culture of India, Geography of India and neighboring countries, Indian polity and Constitution, Economics and general science, Environmental issues and scientific developments.
Quantitative AptitudeNumber systems, decimals, fractions, Ratio and proportion, percentages, averages, Profit and loss, simple and compound interest, Time and work, time and distance, Geometry, mensuration, trigonometry, Data interpretation, graphs, charts.
English ComprehensionBasic grammar and vocabulary, Sentence structure and error detection, Synonyms and antonyms, Reading comprehension, Fill in the blanks and sentence completion.

Paper-II Syllabus (English Language and Comprehension)

This section tests a candidate's proficiency in the English language, including:

  • Error recognition

  • Fill in the blanks with appropriate words

  • Spellings and vocabulary

  • Grammar and sentence structure

  • Synonyms and antonyms

  • Phrases and idioms

  • Sentence rearrangement and completion

  • Comprehension passages and answering related questions


How to Apply Online

Follow these simple steps to successfully submit your application:

  1. Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.

  2. Register by completing the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you haven't already.

  3. Log in and find the link for the SSC CPO SI 2025 recruitment.

  4. Fill out the online application form with all accurate details.

  5. Upload required documents, photograph, and signature as per the specifications.

  6. Pay the application fee as applicable to your category.

  7. Submit the application and take a printout of the final submission for future reference.


Why Apply for SSC CPO SI 2025?

SSC CPO SI offers a challenging and rewarding career with an attractive salary, excellent growth prospects, and a chance to serve the nation in a highly respected law enforcement role. For aspirants with eligibility and determination, this recruitment is an outstanding opportunity to join prestigious forces like the Delhi Police or the CAPFs.

To secure your place, candidates should focus on mastering all syllabus topics, rigorously practicing previous years’ question papers, and maintaining physical fitness to clear the PET/PST.


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