What is the age limit for SSC CPO?

Candidates need to fulfil the following eligibility criteria for SSC CPO exam: Only Indian Nationals can apply The age of candidates should be between 20 and 25 years Educational qualification is Graduation

When SSC CPO 2025 exam will be conducted?

SSC CPO paper 1 exam will be held in December. The exam is conducted in three stages. All the stages are considered for final selection.

Is there negative marking in SSC CPO exam?

There are negative marking for wrong answers in SSC CPO exam. The marking scheme is given below. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper 1 and 2. Earlier, the negative marking was one-third. For the correct answer, candidates score one mark Marks scored by candidates is normalised to prepare the result

What is SSC CPO exam pattern for PET/PST?

The structure of PET/PST is given below: 100 metre race 1.6 Kms race Long Jump High Jump Shot put

What is SSC CPO exam pattern?

SSC CPO exam pattern comprises Paper-I, Physical Standard Test (PST)/ Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper-II, and Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Questions in Paper 1 and 2 are objective types. The duration of both papers is two hours.

What is SSC CPO Paper 2 exam pattern?

SSC CPO Paper 2 pattern comprises objective-type questions from English Language and Comprehension. The test paper carries a total of 200 questions. The duration of the test is two hours. The paper is conducted online. Questions are designed to test the candidates' understanding and knowledge of English Language. SSC CPO answer key for paper 2 is released few days after the exam.

What is SSC CPO Syllabus for English Comprehension?

SSC CPO Syllabus for English Comprehension is given below. Topics Types Of Questions Idioms One word substitution, meaning of Idioms Error detection Finding error in a sentence or a phrase Vocabulary Spellings, Synonyms and Antonyms Cloze test Questions based on passages containing particular idea, cloze tests Reading comprehensions Passages will focus on topics related to social issues, business and economies moral stories and humanities like Art, human behaviour, Psychology, medicine etc. Grammar sections Spotting the error, Phrase Replacements, Fill in the blanks

What is the syllabus for SSC CPO Paper 2?

The syllabus for Paper 2 is given below. Error recognition filling in the blanks Vocabulary Spellings Grammar Synonyms, Antonyms Phrases Comprehension

What is SSC CPO Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude?

SSC CPO Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude is given below. Topics Types of Questions Mixture Problems Questions on mixtures of Two or Three quantities and their ratios Ratio Proportions Simple and compound ratios, Direct and indirect proportions Number Systems Rational, irrational Numbers, LCM, HCF, integers Simplification Fraction, BODMAS, Decimals, Ratios etc. Algebra Quadratic and Linear Equation, Identities etc. Profit and Loss Partnership, Discounts and Marked Prices, Problems on Profit and Loss, successive sellings, etc. Percentage Basic Percentage Questions Average Average problems on Average of height, weight, Age, Marks, money expenditure, temperature etc. Time and work Time and Work, Work and Wages, Work efficiency, Pipes and cisterns etc. Speed, Time and Distance Problems on River, boats and streams, Relative speed etc. Mensuration Are, Surface Area and volume of Various Geometric Shapes Simple Interest Problems on Simple and compound interest Trigonometry Height and distances, Identities, Trigonometric ratios etc. Geometry Quadrilateral, Triangles, Circles, Chords, Cubes, cones etc. Data Interpretations Questions on Bar graph, Table, Pie Chart, Line Chart

Which are the important topics for SSC CPO Reasoning section?

SSC CPO syllabus for Reasoning section is given below: Topics Types of Questions Analogy Semantic and Figural analogy, letters and numbers Symbolic/Numbers, images and meaning-based Coding-Decoding Coding decoding by letter shifting, coding by analogy and words Classifications Semantic and Figural classifications, Symbolic/Numbers classification Series Semantic, Figural, number and mixed series and series based on general knowledge Order Ranking Sequence of order and ranking will be asked from the given data Direction & Distances Problems based on network, routes and distances travelled are asked Missing numbers Numbers and alphabet based Matrix and Diagrams Alphabet or word test Sequence and word formation, Matrix, jumbled words, suffix etc. Venn diagram Venn Diagram, Logical, Syllogism etc. Puzzles Double line-up arrangements, circular arrangements, seating arrangements, linear arrangements etc. Data sufficiency Cubes and Dices, Arithmetic operation etc. Non- verbal reasoning Paper folding, Cubes and dices, counting figures etc.

What is SSC CPO minimum qualifying marks?

The minimum qualifying marks prescribed for Paper 1 and 2 are given below. Category Qualifying marks (In Per Cent) UR 30 OBC/EWS 25 All other categories 20

What was SSC CPO Paper 1 cut off 2024 for female candidates?

SSC CPO Paper 1 cut off 2024 for female candidates is given below. Details SC ST ESM OBC EWS UR TOTAL Cut-off Marks 106.75022 98.10614 42.69427 128.64348 127.40295 135.27003 - Candidates Available 1428 700 42 2748 1087 1330* 7335

What was SSC CPO Paper 1 cut off 2024 for male candidates?

SSC CPO Paper 1 cut off 2024 for male candidates is given below. Details SC ST ESM OBC EWS UR TOTAL Cut-off Marks 89.85810 82.65680 40.07024 113.50911 111.43520 119.80335 - Candidates Available 16256 8176 3185 28545 11668 8448* 76278

What is normalisation of SSC CPO marks?

The normalisation of SSC CPO marks is done since the exam is conducted in multiple shifts in order to take into account any variation in the difficulty levels of question papers across different shifts. Calculation of marks is done up to five decimal places. The normalisation of marks is done by the examination authority inorder to adjust the difficulty level of the question paper. Based on the normalised marks, the result is announced. The commission follows the normalisation process to maintain transparency.

How to check SSC CPO result?

The steps to check SSC CPO result are given below: Visit the official website of SSC Go to the ‘Result’ tab on the home page Click the tab ‘CAPF’ Click the result link The result PDF opens Search your roll number Download the result PDF

In how days SSC CPO result is announced?

Candidates can download their results by following the process given below. Click the SSC CPO result link The result PDF opens in a new page Search the roll numbers in the result PDF Download SSC CPO result PDF Save the file

Can I check SSC CPO result offline?

SSC CPO result is announced online only. There is no facility to check the result offline. The result is made available in PDF form. The result PDF displays the roll numbers of qualified candidates.

What are SSC CPO application fees?

SSC CPO application fee is INR 100 for General and OBC candidates. All female candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste, Schedule Tribe, Persons with benchmark Disabilities (Divyangjans) and ExServicemen candidates eligible for reservation are exempted from payment of fee. After filling the online application form, candidates can pay the fees online only through net banking, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, RuPay Credit or Debit cards. Earlier, candidates could pay their application fees through challan. However, the process of fee payment through challan has been discontinued by SSC. The application fees once paid by candidates will not be refunded. After fee payment, candidates should take the printout of the fee transaction receipt.

Is registration mandatory for applying to SSC CPO exam?

Registration is mandatory for applying to SSC CPO exam. With the registration ID, candidates can fill the application form. The application fee can be paid online only. Recruitment is done based on vacancies.

Is there any facility to edit the SSC CPO application form?

If candidates find that there are mistake while entering details in the registration part, they has the option to edit the registration part. To do this, candidates are required to login and use the option 'view/edit registration' by filling in date of birth, registration number and password. Once candidates has utilised the opportunity to correct/edit twice, they are not able to view the details filled by them. Candidates are advised to exerecise due care while filling in the details in the application form and making corrections. SSC CPO registration form can be filled online only.

What is the relaxation in the age limit given for SSC CPO exam?

The age relaxation offered to SSC CPO exam is given below. Sr.no Category Age-Relaxation permissible beyond the upper age limit 01 SC/ ST 5 years 02 OBC 3 years 06 Ex-servicemen (ESM) 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date. For the posts of SI and ASI in CAPFs only (Category Code-07) 07 Candidates who had ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 1st January 1980 to 31st December 1989 5 years For ASI in CISF only (Category Codes-10 and 11) 10 For Group B posts: Central Government Civilian Employees who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on the closing date. General/OBC – Up to 40 Years of Age 11 SC/ST – up to 45 Years of Age For the post of SI in Delhi Police (Category Codes-12 and 13) 12 Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not re-married. Up to 35 years of age 13 Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not re-married. (SC/ ST) Up to 40 years of age For Departmental candidates of Delhi Police against the vacancies of Delhi Police only (Category Codes-17, 18 and 19) 17 Departmental candidates (Unreserved) who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service as on closing date. Up to 30 years of age 18 Departmental candidates (OBC) who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service as on closing date. Up to 33 years of age 19 Departmental candidates (SC/ ST) who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service as on closing date. Up to 35 years of age

What benefits would I get if selected during the SSC CPO?

All the benefits that are being given to 4200 GP/2800 GP central government employees. And as it is a central police organisation so other allowances will also be given depending upon the difficulty level of candidates' posting zone. Allowances and other benefits: House Rental Allowance (HRA) Dearness Allowance (DA) Traveling Allowance (TA) Diet Allowance/ Ration Money Children Education Allowance Hostel Subsidy Dress Allowance Risk/ Hardship Allowance Other allowances are mentioned below: Special Duty Allowances Hair Cutting Allowances Soap Toilet Allowances Medal Allowances Non-practicing Allowances (Only for Medical Officials) Detachment Allowances HP CA Allowances Cash Handling Allowances Training Allowances Island Special Duty Allowances Nursing Allowances

How should I prepare for the SSC CPO?

SSC CPO exam always focus on previous years' question papers. Candidates must give due importance to solve the previous year question papers thoroughly. Candidates must prepare the physical in advance. Candidates must solve mock tests to improve speed and accuracy of solving questions. Candidates must be thorough with the syllabus and exam pattern.

What is SSC CPO educational qualification?

SSC CPO educational qualification is given below. Educational Qualification for all posts is a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university or equivalent. The programs in Engineering, Medicine, Dental, Nursing, Pharmacy, Architecture, and Physiotherapy, etc. are not permitted to be offered under Open and Distance Learning mode. Candidates who have not acquired the educational qualification will not be eligible and need not apply. For the post of Sub Inspector in Delhi Police (only) - Male candidates must possess a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) as on the date fixed for Physical Endurance and Standard Tests. Otherwise, they will not be allowed to undergo Physical Endurance and Standard Tests.

What is the medical test for SSC CPO exam?

The medical test prescribed for SSC CPO exam is given below. Test Description Disqualification Criteria Eye Test Check vision without eyeglasses. Minimum distant vision should be 6/6 and 6/9, near vision N6 and N9 without correction. Check for colour vision and squint. Poor vision, colour blindness, squint Lasik Surgery Candidates who have undergone Lasik surgery are disqualified. Machine test used for confirmation. History of Lasik surgery Colour Blindness Candidates asked to read numbers in a colour dotted book to check for colour blindness. Fails colour blindness test Flat Foot and Knock Knee Test to check if knees touch when standing at a 90-degree angle (Knock Knee) and if foot has a proper curve shape (Flat Foot). Knock Knee or Flat Foot detected Urine Sample Collection of urine sample for general health assessment. - Sensibility Checkup Test of nose, ear, mouth, and teeth for normal functioning. - Blood Test Check haemoglobin, STDs, and other diseases. CBC report for blood cell count. Abnormal haemoglobin levels or presence of STDs/diseases Physical Body Check Assessment of overall physical health, blood pressure, weight, height, and BMI calculation. Abnormal blood pressure, weight, height, or BMI X-Ray of Chest Only applicable for male candidates to check for any chest abnormalities. Chest abnormalities detected Hand Movement Test Check for efficient movement and carrying angles of hands. Inefficient hand movement or carrying angles

What is the height and weight requirement for SSC CPO exam?

The height and weignt requirement for SSC CPO exam for both male and female candidates are given below. Height Ideal Weight (Male) Ideal Weight (Female) 4'6 28-35 kg 28-35 kg 4'7 30-39 kg 30-37 kg 4'8 33-40 kg 32-40 kg 4'9 35-44 kg 35-42 kg 4'10 38-46 kg 36-45 kg 4'11 40-50 kg 39-47 kg 5'0 43-53 kg 40-50 kg 5'1 45-55 kg 43-52 kg 5'2 48-59 kg 45-55 kg 5'3 50-61 kg 47-57 kg 5'4 53-65 kg 49-60 kg 5'5 55-68 kg 51-62 kg 5'6 58-70 kg 53-65 kg 5'7 60-74 kg 55-67 kg 5'8 63-76 kg 57-70 kg 5'9 65-80 kg 59-72 kg 5'10 67-83 kg 61-75 kg 5'11 70-85 kg 63-77 kg 6'0 72-89 kg 65-80 kg

What is the training period for SSC CPO?

The training is confined to institutions. The duration of training is usually of six to nine months. Candidates selected through SSC CPO exam are appointed to the post of Sub Inspector with either the Delhi Police, the CAPF or as Assistant Sub Inspector in CISF.

How tough is it to crack SSC CPO exam?

Candidates can clear SSC CPO exam by knowing the topics given in the syllabus. The exam pattern helps in understanding the overall structure. They should solve the previous years question papers. Candidates must attempt mock tests.

What is SSC CPO vacancies for Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Male?

SSC CPO vacancies for Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Male are given below: Details UR OB C SC ST EWS Total Open 45 24 13 07 12 101 Ex-Servicemen (ESM) 03 02 01 01 - 07 Ex-Servicemen (Special Category) 03 01 01 00 - 05 Departmental Candidates 05 03 02 01 01 12 Total 56 30 17 09 13 125

How many vacancies were announced for SSC CPO 2024 exam?

SSC CPO vacancies were announced along with the notification. A total of 4,187 vacancies were announced for the exam. Out of the total vacancies, 125 are for Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Male, 61 for Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Female and 4001 for Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs. SSC CPO vacancy break-up is given below. Posts No. of Vacancies Sub Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police- Male 125 Sub Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police- Female 61 Sub Inspector in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) 4001

How many SSC CPO vacancies 2024 were announced for Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Female?

SSC CPO vacancies 2024 for Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Female are given below. Details UR OBC SC ST EWS Total Total 28 15 08 04 06 61

How to correct discrepancies in SSC CPO admit card?

SSC CPO admit card is released online. After downloading the same, candidates must check all the details carefully. For discrepancies, they should report to the examination authority. To report any issue, candidates must mention their registration number, email ID, mobile number, etc.

What are the documents required along with SSC CPO admit card?

Along with the admit card, candidates will need the following photo-identity proofs: Aadhaar Card/ Printout of E-Aadhaar Voter ID Card PAN Card Driving License. Government School/ College ID Card. Employer ID (Govt./ PSU). Any other Photo bearing ID Card issued by Central/ State Govt

How can I get SSC CPO admit card?

SSC CPO admit card is released separately for Tier 1 and 2 exams. The link to download the admit card is made available on the region-wise official website of SSC. To download the admit card, candidates need to enter the required credentials. The admit card will be made available online only. SSC CPO admit card is an important document as it comprises the important details related to the exam. Candidates need to carry their admit cards along with one photo-identity proof to the exam centre.

What are the details mentioned in SSC CPO admit card?

The SSC CPO admit card is released online by SSC. The hall ticket carries candidate's name, roll number, reporting time, venue, etc. The hard copy of the admit is not sent to candidates by post.

How should I prepare for the SSC CPO?

SSC CPO exam always focus on previous years' question papers. Candidates must give due importance to solve the previous year question papers thoroughly. Candidates must prepare the physical in advance. Candidates must solve mock tests to improve speed and accuracy of solving questions. Candidates must be thorough with the syllabus and exam pattern.

What is the in-hand salary of SSC CPO?

The in-hand salary of SSC CPO is the one which employees get after deducting the taxes and allowances. The in-hand salary of SSC CPO is given below. Parameters Amount Basic SSC CPO Salary INR 35,400 House Rent Allowances (HRA) INR 8946 Travelling Allowances (TA) INR 3600 Dearness Allowances on TA Nil Gross Salary INR 47496 NPS INR 3540 CGHS 225 CGEGIS 2500 Deductions INR 6265 SSC CPO in-hand salary INR 41,231

What is SSC CPO salary?

The salary structure of SSC CPO is given below. Post Group Grade Pay Pay Level In-hand Salary Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted INR 4200 Level 6 INR 35,400 to 1,12,400 Sub-Inspector in CAPF Group ‘B’ Non-Gazetted and Non-Ministerial INR 4200 Level 6 INR 35,400 to 1,12,400

How tough is it to crack SSC CPO exam?

Candidates can clear SSC CPO exam by knowing the topics given in the syllabus. The exam pattern helps in understanding the overall structure. They should solve the previous years question papers. Candidates must attempt mock tests.

What is the purpose of releasing the SSC CPO answer key?

SSC releases the tentative and final SSC CPO answer key. The provisional answer key is released so that candidates can check the answers and raise objections if they find any discrepancies. The final answer key is released after examining the responses submitted by the candidates. The challenges submitted by candidates are examined by the subject matter experts. By refering to the answer key, candidates can also calculate the probable score for the exam.

Is the SSC CPO answer key released?

SSC CPO answer key is released separately for the Tier 1 and 2 exams. The links to download the answer keys are made available on the official website. However, we provide the direct link to download the answer key. Candidates can download the answer key of SSC CPO by logging with the user ID and password. Candidates can also raise objections against the answer key in case they find any discrepancies in the same. They can challenge the SSC CPO answer key through the objection tracker. To raise objections, candidates need to pay INR 100.

How can candidates download the SSC CPO answer key?

SSC CPO answer key is released online. Candidates can download the answer key through the process given below. Click the SSC CPO answer key link Enter required credentials The answer key appears on the screen Download the answer key

What are the stages of SSC CPO answer key?

SSC CPO answer key is released for Paper 1 & 2. The answer key is released online. Candidates can download their answer keys by logging with the required credentials. The objections against the answer key can raised within the prescribed deadline.

What is ihe physical standard prescribed for the female candidates for SSC CPO exam?

The physical standard prescribed for the female candidates for SSC CPO exam is given below. Category SSC CPO Height Eligibility for Females (in cms) General 157 Candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North-Eastern States and Sikkim 155 ST candidates 154

When is the physical standards preescribed for male candidates for SSC CPO exam?

The physical standards prescribed for the male candidates for SSC CPO exam is given below. Category Height (in cms) Chest ( Unexpanded) in cms Chest ( Expanded) in cms General 170 80 85 Candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North-Eastern States and Sikkim 165 80 85 ST candidates 162.5 77 82

Is SSC CPO a good job?

Yes, it is a good job as it offers job security and benefits. The salary is between INR 35,400 and INR 1,12,400.

SSC CPO 2025: City Slip (OUT), Exam Date, Slot Booking, Pattern & 2024 Revised Result Out

Updated on Nov 29, 2025 19:58 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released the City Intimation Slip at ssc.gov.in on November 29 for Paper 1. The exam was held from December 9 to 12, 2025. The window to book the exam slot was reopened again from November 29 to December 4.

SSC CPO notification was released to fill up a total of 3,073 vacancies. SSC CPO application form 2025 was available from September 26 to October 16, 2025. SSC CPO notification 2025 was released in PDF form.

Also Read: SSC CPO 2025 exam dates

SSC CPO 2024 Final Result

SSC CPO final revised result was announced on November 26. Candidates can check below in detail.

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SSC CPO Answer Key 2025
SSC CPO 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
SSC CPO Result 2025
What is SSC CPO exam?
SSC CPO Application Process 2025
SSC CPO Vacancies 2025
SSC CPO Admit Card 2025
SSC CPO Exam Pattern 2025
SSC CPO Syllabus 2025
SSC CPO Cutoff 2025
SSC CPO Salary
SSC CPO 2025 FAQs

SSC CPO Answer Key 2025

SSC CPO 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

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26 Sep ' 25 - 16 Oct ' 25	SSC CPO application form 2025
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