Delhi Police SI recruitment notification was released on Sept 26 by the SSC. Along with the notification, the application form was also released. The age limit prescribed for the exam is 20 to 25 years & educational qualification is Graduation. Read below for more details on Delhi Police SI Recruitment.
Delhi Police SI
Delhi Police SI recruitment is one of the most sought after police exams in India for candidates aspiring to serve in police force and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). The Staff Selection Commission (SSC), through the SSC CPO exam, conducts recruitment of Delhi Police Sub Inspectors. Delhi Police SI notification 2025 was released on September 26 on the official website of SSC. Eligible and interested candidates can fill the Delhi Police SI application form within the prescribed deadline. Delhi Police SI exam dates 2025 were notified in the notification. Read below for more details on Delhi Police SI 2025 exam.
- What is Delhi Police SI Exam?
- Delhi Police SI Exam Highlights
- Delhi Police SI Notification 2025
- Delhi Police SI Eligibility
- Delhi Police SI Application Form 2025
- Delhi Police SI Admit Card
- Delhi Police SI Syllabus 2025
- Delhi Police SI Selection Process
- Delhi Police SI Cut off
- Delhi Police SI Result
- Delhi Police SI Salary
What is Delhi Police SI Exam?
Delhi Police SI exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) through a national-level SSC Central Police Organisation exam. Sub-Inspector or SI is a mid-level officer in the Delhi Police Force responsible for maintaining the law and order, supervising the Junior Staff, investigating crimes, and performing various administrative and operational duties within the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
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 |
SSC CPO eligibility criteria are certain parameters which candidates need to fulfill inorder to apply for the exam. The eligibility criteria comprises several parameters such as age, nationality and educational qualification. SSC CPO eligibility criteria is given below:
Nationality:
- Other than the Indian nationals, the following candidates can apply
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan having a certificate in the favour of their category issued by the Indian Government
- Candidates, in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary are admitted to the examination but the offer of appointment is given only after the necessary eligibility certificate has been issued to them by the Government of India
Age Limit: The age of candidates should be between 20 and 25 years. Candidates must have been born not before 02.01.1997 and not later than 01.01.2002. Relaxation in the upper age limit of five years is provided to SC/ST candidates and three years to OBC and Ex-Servicemen categories.
Educational Qualification: Any graduate candidate can apply for the SSC CPO exam.
Delhi Police SI Exam Highlights
The important highlights related to the Delhi Police SI recruitment are given below.
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
Delhi Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Exam |
| Conducting Body |
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Level |
National-level |
| Post Name |
Sub-Inspector (SI) |
| Departments |
Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) |
| Group & Pay Scale |
Group ‘C’, Level-6 (INR 35,400-INR 1,12,400) |
| Medium of Exam |
English and Hindi (except English section) |
| Selection Process |
Paper 1, 2, PET/PST, DME |
| Official Website |
Ssc.gov.in |
Delhi Police SI Notification 2025
Delhi Police SI notification was released by SSC soon. Earlier, it was scheduled to be released on June 16, 2025. However, it was delayed by the examination authority. Delhi Police SI official notification PDF comprises vacancy details, eligibility, age limits, exam pattern, syllabus, selection process, and application instructions.
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Also Read: SSC CPO Notification
Delhi Police SI Eligibility
Delhi Police SI eligibility is prescribed by SSC along with the notification. Candidates need to meet the eligibility parameters in terms of education, age, nationality, physical standards, and other conditions. Both male and female candidates can apply for the exam. Delhi Police SI eligibility is given below.
General Standards
| Eligibility Conditions | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification |
The minimum educational qualification is Graduation PDL Degrees are accepted if recognised by UGC/DEB For male candidates, it is mandatory to have a valid LMV driving license (bike and car). Without it, candidates are only eligible for CAPFs
|
| Nationality |
Candidates must be a citizens of India. Candidates having citizenship of Nepal or Bhutan, then they must produce an eligibility certificate from the government of India |
| Delhi Police SI Age Limit |
The age of candidates should be between 20 to 25 years. Relaxation in the upper age limit is given to candidates belonging to reserved categories |
Delhi Police SI Physical Standards
| Category | Standard |
|---|---|
| Male Height |
170 cm (Relaxable for SC/ST, Hill Areas, etc. as per government norms) |
| Male Chest |
80 cm (minimum) with 5 cm expansion |
| Female Height |
157 cm (Relaxable for SC/ST, Hill Areas, etc. as per government norms) |
| Eyesight |
6/6 and 6/9 in both eyes without glasses |
| Vision |
High colour vision and no squint |
| Conditions for rejections |
Flat foot, knock knee, varicose veins |
| Tattoos |
Permitted only if not offensive and not on visible body parts (arms, face, neck) |
Delhi Police SI Application Form 2025
Delhi Police SI application form was released online only. Candidates are required to fill the application form within the prescribed deadline. The steps to fill Delhi Police SI registration form are given below.
The category-wise lists of male and female candidates who have qualified SSC CPO Paper 1, 2 and PET/PST exams in 2021 are given below.
Paper 1 Result Analysis
A total of 2242 female candidates and 25,985 male candidates had qualified the exam.
| Paper I Result Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Category | Number of qualified candidates (Female) |
| SC | 433 |
| ST | 186 |
| OBC | 663 |
| EWS | 319 |
| General | 638 |
| Total | 2239 |
| Paper I Result Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Category | Number of qualified candidates (Male) |
| SC | 4781 |
| ST | 2473 |
| OBC | 7908 |
| EWM | 2909 |
| EWS | 3409 |
| General | 4482 |
| Total | 25,962 |
Paper 2 & PST/PET
In 2021, a total of 4754 candidates had qualified the exam wherein 433 are male candidates and 4321 are female candidates. A total of 11,164 candidates had appeared for PET/PST, out of which 5572 candidates were declared qualified for the Paper-II exam. In 2020, out of the total 4754 appeared candidates, a total of 3060 candidates (338 Female and 2722 Male) have been shortlisted for document verification.
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 |
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.
| Steps | Details |
|---|---|
| One Time Registration |
It is mandatory to fill Delhi Police SI application form. The registration involves entering personal, educational, and contact details and creating a password. After submitting, candidates receive a Registration Number and an auto-generated password via their email and phone. |
| Filling the application form |
After completing the registration, candidates must log in using their Registration Number and updated password. They should go to the “Apply” section and click on “Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs Examination 2025.” Personal details from the registration will be auto-filled in the form. Candidates must enter the educational qualifications, category details, and choose three exam centres in order of. They need to answer questions related to Ex-Servicemen status, NCC certificate, and whether they are departmental candidates or not. |
| Upload requirement documents |
Candidate must upload live as well as scanned photo in JPG/JPEG format. Besides, candidates are also required to upload the scanned signature |
| Fee Payment |
The application fee is INR100. However, women, SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe) and Ex-Servicemen (eligible for reservation) candidates are exempted from fee payment. The fee must be paid online using one of the following methods: BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, RuPay), Credit Card |
Also Read: SSC CPO Application Form
Delhi Police SI Admit Card
Delhi Police SI call letter will be issued four days before the exam. Prior to that, the city intimation slip is released. To download Delhi Police SI admit card, candidates need to log in using their Registration Number/Roll Number and Date of Birth. The steps to download the Delhi Police SI admit card are given below.
- Visit the official website of SSC- ssc.gov.in
- Click on the ‘Delhi Police SI Admit Card 2025’
- Log in using your registration ID and date of birth
- Submit the details to view your admit card
- Download and print the admit card
Also Read: SSC CPO Admit Card
Delhi Police SI Syllabus 2025
Delhi Police SI exam syllabus is divided into Paper 1 and 2. The Paper 1 carries topics and sub-topics from General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension. The Paper 1 carries topics from English Language & Comprehension.
Delhi Police SI Syllabus for Paper 1
| Section | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning: analogies, similarities, differences, space visualization, problem solving, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, series (number/figural), coding-decoding, statement-conclusion, syllogism, semantic/symbolic/figural classification and analogy, Venn diagrams, pattern folding/unfolding, embedded figures, critical thinking, emotional and social intelligence. |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness |
Current events, everyday observations, India and its neighbours, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity, Indian Constitution, Scientific Research, etc. |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
Number operations: whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percentages, ratios, square roots, averages, interest, profit & loss, discount, partnership, mixtures, time & distance, time & work. Algebra (basic identities, surds), geometry (triangles, circles, tangents, polygons, prisms, cones, cylinders, spheres), trigonometry (ratios, heights & distances), and data interpretation (bar diagrams, pie charts, histograms). |
| English Comprehension |
Basic grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, sentence structure, writing ability, and understanding of correct English. |
Delhi Police SI Paper 2 Syllabus
| Section |
Topics Covered |
| English Language & Comprehension |
Grammar and usage: error spotting, fill in the blanks (verbs, prepositions, articles), vocabulary, spellings, synonyms, antonyms, idioms & phrases, sentence completion, comprehension passages, and sentence structure. |
Also Read: SSC CPO Syllabus
Delhi Police SI Exam Pattern
The structure of Delhi Police SI exam pattern is given below.
| Parameters | Paper 1 | Paper 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Subjects/Parts |
General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension |
English Language & Comprehension |
| Number of Questions |
200 questions |
200 questions |
| Maximum Marks |
200 marks |
200 marks |
| Language |
Hindi & English |
English only |
| Qualifying Marks |
UR: 30% OBC/EWS: 25% Others: 20% |
Prescribed by Commission |
| Negative Marking |
0.25 marks |
0.25 marks |
Also Read: SSC CPO Exam Pattern
Delhi Police SI Selection Process
Delhi police SI selection process comprises Paper 1, Physical Efficiency Test/Physical Standard Test, Paper 2 and Detailed Medical Exam.
Paper 1 Exam
It is a computer-based exam divided into four sections. Total marks allotted to the test are 200. The duration is 2 hours.
PET/PST
This is qualifying in nature where candidates are measured in terms of physical standards such as height, chest (for men), and weight. In PET, candidates are judged based on certain endurance tasks such as races and jumps. The physical standards differ slightly for men and women. It is mandatory to qualify the test.
Paper 2 Exam
Paper 2 carries questions from English language and comprehension. This computer-based exam are carries 200 questions. Duration of the test is two hours. The paper tests grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, and comprehension skills.
Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
This is the final stage of selection process. Candidates are assessed based on the medical fitness standards such as eyesight, overall health, physical defects, etc. Those found unfit can appear for a re-examination. However, the final decision rests with the medical board.
Delhi Police SI Vacancy
Delhi Police SI vacancy will be announced along with the notification. In 2024, a total of 4,187 vacancies were announced for SSC CPO exam. The vacancies announced for Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Male were 125, 61 for Sub-Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police-Female. Candidates can check below the last year vacancy break-up.
Delhi Police SI (Exe.)-Male & Female
| Sub Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police- Male 2024 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Details | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
| Open |
45 |
24 |
13 |
07 |
12 |
101 |
| Ex-Servicemen |
03 |
02 |
01 |
01 |
-- |
07 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Special Category) |
03 |
01 |
01 |
-- |
-- |
05 |
| Departmental Candidates |
05 |
03 |
02 |
01 |
01 |
12 |
| Total |
56 |
30 |
17 |
09 |
13 |
125 |
| Sub Inspector (Exe.) in Delhi Police- Female |
||||||
| Open |
28 |
15 |
08 |
04 |
06 |
61 |
Also Read: Delhi Police SI Vacancy
Delhi Police SI Cut off
Delhi Police SI cut off is the minimum qualifying marks that candidates need to secure inorder to qualify the exam. The cut off is released post-wise and category-wise. Besides cutoff, candidates are also required to secure the qualifying marks. Candidates can check below Delhi Police SI last year cut off.
List 1: Female
| 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 |
List 2: Male
| 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 |
List 3: Male Department of Delhi Police
| Details | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cut-off Marks |
96.85972 |
88.19063 |
125.06044 |
109.17362 |
134.59289 |
- |
| Candidates Available |
45 |
20 |
65 |
25 |
33* |
188 |
Also Read: Delhi Police SI Cut off
Delhi Police SI Result
Delhi Police SI result will be announced online only separately for male and female candidates. The result will be made available in PDF form and comprises the roll numbers of qualified candidates.
Also Read: SSC CPO Result
Delhi Police SI Salary
The basic Delhi Police salary is INR 35,400 and the gross salary is INR 47,496. The pre-revised grade pay was INR 4200 in the pay band of INR 9300-34,800. Candidates are also offered various allowances and benefits, are given below.
| Posts | SSC CPO salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs |
This is a level 6 post and is classified as Group B (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial. The salary for this post is INR 35,400 to 1,12,400. |
| Sub Inspector (Executive) -(Male/ Female) in Delhi Police |
The post is under Level 6 and is classified as Group C (Non-Gazetted) by Delhi Police. SSC CPO salary for this post is INR 35,400 to 1,12,400 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector (Executive) in CISF |
The post carries pay scale of Level 5 which is INR 29,200 to 92,300 and is classified as Group C (Non-Gazetted). |
Also Read: SSC CPO Salary
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The age of candidates should be between 20 and 25 years. Relaxation in the upper age limit of five years is provided to SC/ST candidates and three years to OBC and Ex-Servicemen categories.