UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2024 and Exam Pattern for Paper I & II

UPSC CAPF Full Form

The full form of UPSC CAPF is Union Public Service Commission Central Armed Police Forces. The UPSC conducts the CAPF exam to select candidates for positions within the Central Armed Police Forces such as BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB.

These forces play important roles in maintaining security and law enforcement across India. The exam is highly regarded and attracts applicants seeking careers in security and public service.


UPSC CAPF Exam Syllabus: Overview

Conducted ByUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam NameUPSC CAPF AC Exam
Post NameAssistant Commandant
Selection Process– Written Test
– Physical Ability Test
– Interview/Personality Test
Mode of ExamOffline (Written Test)
Negative Marking1/3rd for each wrong answer only in Paper-I
Medium of ExamEnglish & Hindi
Official Websitewww.upsc.gov.in

UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern 2024

Written ExamPaper 1Paper 2
Number of Questions2006
Type of QuestionsMCQDescriptive
Duration2 hours3 hours
Total Marks250 marks200 marks

UPSC CAPF AC Written Test

PaperSubjectsType of ExamNo. of QuestionsMaximum MarksTime Duration
Paper-IGeneral Ability & IntelligenceObjective1252502 Hours
Paper-IIGeneral Studies, Essay & ComprehensionDescriptive72003 Hours

UPSC CAPF AC Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

AreasMaleFemale
100 Meter Race16 Seconds18 Seconds
800 Meter Race3 Minutes 45 Seconds4 Minutes 45 Seconds
Long Jump3.5 Meter (3 Chances)3.0 Meter (3 Chances)
Shout Put (7.26 Kgs)4.5 Meter

CAPF Exam Pattern for Physical Standard Test (PST)

UPSC CAPF AC Physical Standard Test (PST) 2024
Sex Height specifications Chest girth (Fully expanded)ExpansionWeight Specifications 
Male165 cm.81 cm.5 cm.50 kg
Female157 cms.Not ApplicableNot Applicable46 kg

CAPF Exam Pattern 2024 for Medical Standard Requirements

CAPF AC Medical Standard 2024
UPSC CAPF Medical Standard Specifications Specification for Better eye (corrected vision)Specification for Worse eye (corrected vision)
Specification for Near VisionN6 (corrected)N9 (corrected)
Specification for Distant vision6/6 OR 6/96/12 OR 6/9

UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2024

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Total Marks: 250
  • Number of Questions: 125
  • Marks for Each Correct Answer: 2
  • Negative Marking: 1/3
  • Type of Paper: Objective

General Mental Ability

  • Logical Reasoning
  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • Numerical Ability
  • Data Interpretation

General Science

  • General Awareness
  • Scientific Temper
  • Comprehension & Appreciation of Scientific Phenomena
  • Information Technology
  • Biotechnology
  • Environmental Science

Current Events of National and International Importance

  • Culture
  • Music
  • Arts
  • Literature
  • Sports
  • Governance
  • Societal and Developmental Issues
  • Industry
  • Business
  • Globalisation

Indian Polity & Economy

  • Indian Political System
  • Constitution of India
  • Social Systems and Public Administration
  • Economic Development in India
  • Regional and International Security Issues
  • Human Rights & its Indicators

Indian History

  • Indian History, Culture and Civilisation
  • Freedom Movement in India
  • Indian Constitution and Administration
  • Elementary knowledge of Five Year Plans of India
  • Panchayati Raj
  • Co-operatives and Community Development
  • Forces Shaping Modern India
  • Renaissance
  • Exploration and Discovery

India & World Geography

  • Earth
  • Latitudes and Longitudes
  • Concept of time
  • International Date Line
  • Movements of Earth and their effects
  • Origin of Earth
  • Rocks and their Classification
  • Weathering
  • Earthquakes and Volcanoes
  • Ocean Currents and TidesThe atmosphere and its composition
  • Temperature and Atmospheric Pressure
  • Planetary Winds
  • Cyclones and Anti-Cyclones
  • Humidity
  • Condensation and Precipitation
  • Types of Climate
  • Major Natural Regions of the World
  • Regional Geography of India
  • Mineral and Power resources
  • Imports and Exports of India
  • World Geography
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Total Marks: 200
  • Number of Questions: 7
  • Marks for Each Correct Answer: 50
  • Negative Marking: No
  • Type of Paper: Descriptive format

Part A – Essay

  • Modern Indian History
  • Freedom Struggle
  • Geography
  • Polity
  • Economy
  • Security
  • Human Rights
  • Analytical Ability

Part B

  • Comprehensions
  • Precise Writing
  • Communication/Language Skills
  • Developing Counter Arguments
  • Simple Grammar
  • Other Aspects

UPSC CAPF Exam Calender 2024

ActivitiesDates
Availability of online application form24 April 2024
Last date for application form submission14 May 2024
Beginning of the application withdrawal processMay 2024, last week
Closing of the application withdrawal processJune 2024, 1st week
Admit card issue dateJuly 2024, 3rd week
Date of exam04 August 2024
Result declarationSeptember 2024, 1st week
PET/ PST and medical test dateSeptember 2024, 3rd week
Detailed Application Form (DAF) release dateSeptember 2024, last week
Last for DAF submissionOctober 2024, 1st week
Date of interviewOctober 2024, 1st week
Final result declarationOctober 2024, 2nd week

UPSC CAPF Notification Date 2024

The UPSC CAPF 2024 Notification was released on April 24, 2024


UPSC CAPF Registration 2024

The last date to apply online for UPSC CAPF recruitment 2024 is May 14, 2024

The UPSC CAPF 2024 Registration process has started on the official website of UPSC. Here are the steps to register for the UPSC CAPF 2024 exam:

  1. Visit the UPSC official website.
  2. Now you will see the link of OTR (One Time Registration).
  3. Click the link and fill the UPSC CAPF 2024 registration form.
  4. If you have already completed the OTR, log in using your valid credentials.
  5. After logging in, click on the CAPF application form link on the dashboard
  6. Fill out the UPSC CAPF 2024 application form.

UPSC CAPF Admit Card 2024

The UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card 2024 will be available on UPSC’s official website, in the last week of July 2024.

Here are the steps to download the admit card of CAPF 2024:

  1. Go to the official website of UPSC – upsc.gov.in.
  2. Then you will see the “What’s new” section on the homepage, click on “e-admit card Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF)”.
  3. You can also go to the ‘Examinations’ tab and in the drop-down click on ‘Active Examinations’.
  4. Candidates will be able to download the admit card of CAPF 2024 using their credentials such as roll number or registration ID.

Please note, if candidates fail to bring the CAPF admit card, they will not be able to appear in the CAPF exam. So, it’s important to download and print your admit card well in advance of the exam date.


UPSC CAPF Exam Date 2024

The UPSC CAPF 2024 Exam is scheduled to be held on August 4, 2024. The exam consists of 2 papers and will be held in two shifts.

  • Paper 1: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
  • Paper 2: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

UPSC CAPF Result Date 2024

The UPSC CAPF 2024 Result is expected to be released in September 2024


UPSC CAPF Exam Fees 2024

CategoryFees
General/OBC₹ 200/-
SC/STNil
Female CandidatesNil

UPSC CAPF Exam Eligibility 2024

The eligibility criteria for the UPSC CAPF 2024 Exam are as follows.

  1. Age Limit: Candidates age between 20 to 25 years.
  2. Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.
  3. Nationality: Candidates must be Indian nationals.

UPSC CAPF Exam Duration

The UPSC CAPF 2024 Exam consists of 2 papers and will be held in two shifts. 

  • Paper 1: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (2 hours)
  • Paper 2: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (3 hours)

So, the total duration of the exam is 5 hours.


UPSC CAPF Exam Center 2024

S. No.CentresS. No.CentresS. No.Centres
1.AGARTALA17.HYDERABAD33.PANAJI (GOA)
2.AHMEDABAD18.IMPHAL34.PATNA
3.AIZAWL19.ITANAGAR35.PORT BLAIR
4.ALMORA(UTTARAKHAND)20.JAIPUR36.PRAYAGRAJ (ALLAHABAD)
5.BENGALURU21.JAMMU37.RAIPUR
6.BAREILLY22.JORHAT38.RANCHI
7.BHOPAL23.KARGIL39.SAMBALPUR
8.CHANDIGARH24.KOCHI40.SHILLONG
9.CHENNAI25.KOHIMA41.SHIMLA
10.CUTTACK26.KOLKATTA42.SRINAGAR
11.DEHRADUN27.LEH43.SRINAGAR(UTTARAKHAND)
12.DELHI28.LUCKNOW44.THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
13.DHARAMSHALA (H.P.)29.MADURAI45.TIRUPATI
14.DHARWAR30.MANDI (H.P.)46.UDAIPUR
15.DISPUR31.MUMBAI47.VISHAKHAPATNAM
16.GANGTOK32.NAGPUR

UPSC CAPF Salary Structure

UPSC CAPF Salary 2024 (Expected)
UPSC CAPF Officer’s Basic PayRs. 15,600/-
UPSC CAPF Officers Grade PayRs. 5,400/-
UPSC CAPF Officers Dearness Allowance (DA)Rs. 26,250/-
UPSC CAPF Officers In-hand SalaryRs. 44,135/-
TotalRs. 51,480/-

UPSC CAPF Vacancies

UPSC CAPF AC Vacancies 2024
Paramilitary ForcesNumber of Vacancies
Border Security Force (BSF)186
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)120
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)100
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)58
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)42
Total506

UPSC CAPF Cut Off 2023

CategoryPaper 1 (Out of 250)Paper 1 + 2 (Out of 450)Final Selection (Out of 600)
General107 – 112190 – 200To Be Updated
Other Backward Class (OBC)105 – 110188 – 198To Be Updated
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)103 – 108190 – 200To Be Updated
Scheduled Tribe (ST)90 – 95170 – 180To Be Updated
Scheduled Caste (SC)95 – 100178 – 188To Be Updated
Ex-Servicemen (Ex-S)24 – 2890 – 100To Be Updated

UPSC CAPF Previous Year Question Paper

Question Paper 2018Question Paper 2019
Question Paper 2020Question Paper 2021
Question Paper 2022Question Paper 2023

UPSC CAPF Answer Key 2023

Answer Key 2018Answer Key 2019
Answer Key 2020Answer Key 2021
Answer Key 2022Answer Key 2023

Best Books for UPSC CAPF Exam 2024

CAPF Books for General Science

Best Books for CAPF AC General Science
Book NameAuthor/ Publisher 
General ScienceDisha Experts
Quick General Science for Competitive Exams Disha Experts
General ScienceBK Editorial Board

CAPF Books for General Mental Ability

Best Books for CAPF AC General Mental Ability
Book TitleAuthor/Publisher
The Mental Ability, Logical Reasoning & Problem Solving Compendium for IAS Prelims General Studies Paper 2 & State PSC ExamsDisha Experts
CAPF Paper 1 – General Ability & Intelligence(Assistant Commandant)Arihant Experts
A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal ReasoningR.S. Aggarwal
Analytical ReasoningM.K. Pandey
Logical and Analytical ReasoningA.K. Gupta

CAPF Books for Current Events

CAPF AC Books 2024 for Current Events
Book NameAuthor/ Publisher 
Current Affairs Yearly 2024Arihant Experts
Quick General Knowledge with Current Affairs UpdateDisha Publication
Current Affairs & News In Focus Objective QuestionsKiran Prakashan

CAPF Books for History of India

CAPF AC Books for History of India
Book NameAuthor/ Publisher 
Facts of Indian CultureSpectrum
India’s Struggle for IndependenceBipan Chandra
India’s Ancient PastR. S. Sharma
Medieval Indian HistorySatish Chandra 

CAPF Books for Indian Polity and Economy

CAPF Books for Indian Polity and Economy
SubjectBooks
Indian PolityIndian Polity by M LaxmikanthNCERT IX-XII
Indian EconomyIndian Economy by Ramesh SinghEconomic Development & Policies in India by Jain & OhriNCERT XI, XII

CAPF Books for Indian and World Geography

CAPF Books 2024 for India and Word Geography 
Book NameAuthor/ Publisher 
Certificate Physical GeographyG C Leong
Geography of India Majid Husain
Geography Of India (The Gist of NCERT) Mahesh Kumar Barnw

CAPF Paper 2 Books for Comprehension, Precise Writing & Other Communications/Language Skills

UPSC CAPF AC Books for Comprehension
Books NameAuthor Publication 
English LanguageR. S. Agarwal
Word Power Made EasyNorman Lewis

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