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UPSC CAPF AC Previous Year Question Papers
Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination
Union Public Service Commission6 papers · 2023–2025Verified 3 Oct 2026
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About UPSC CAPF AC
This annual UPSC examination recruits Group A Assistant Commandants into the BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB. It is open to men and women graduates in their early twenties. Selection involves an objective paper and a descriptive paper, physical standards and efficiency tests, an interview and a medical examination. The 2026 notice listed 349 tentative vacancies.
Eligibility (summary)
Bachelor's degree from a recognised university; age 20-25 as on 1 August 2026 (relaxations apply); male and female candidates eligible; must meet the physical and medical standards. Read the latest notification for exact age limits, relaxations and qualifications.
Stages & subjects
- 1
Written Examination
Paper I objective (General Ability and Intelligence) and Paper II descriptive (General Studies, Essay and Comprehension)
- 2
Physical Standards / Physical Efficiency Tests
Physical measurements and fitness events for candidates who clear the written exam
- 3
Interview/Personality Test
Personality test for candidates who qualify the PET
- 4
Medical Standards Test
Medical examination against prescribed standards
General Ability and IntelligenceGeneral StudiesEssayComprehension and Precis Writing
Exam pattern
Summarised from the official notification. Patterns change; confirm in the latest notice.
| Stage | Pattern |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | Paper I: 250 marks, objective, 2 hours (10 AM-12 noon), bilingual, one-third (0.33) negative marking; Paper II: 200 marks, 3 hours (2-5 PM), essay in English or Hindi, other parts in English; Paper II is evaluated only for those who qualify in Paper I2026 notification (Exam Notice 08/2026-CAPF) · source |
| Interview/Personality Test | 150 marks2026 notification (Exam Notice 08/2026-CAPF) · source |
Preparing with UPSC CAPF AC papers
- Start with the most recent paper (2025) to see the current style, then work backwards.
- Practise each stage separately: Written Examination, Physical Standards / Physical Efficiency Tests, Interview/Personality Test, Medical Standards Test.
- Re-check the syllabus in the latest notification before relying on older papers.
FAQs
Where can I download UPSC CAPF AC previous year papers?
PYQSathi lists 6 UPSC CAPF AC papers from 2023 to 2025, each linked to its official source. Open the paper library above and pick a year.
Who conducts UPSC CAPF AC?
UPSC CAPF AC is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. Notifications, dates and results are published on its official website.
Is this information official?
No. PYQSathi is independent. We summarise official documents and link to them, last checked 3 Oct 2026. Always confirm on the official website before applying.
Official sources
- Union Public Service Commission — official website
- UPSC CAPF (ACs) 2026 Examination Notice No. 08/2026-CAPF
Last verified 3 Oct 2026. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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