The Delhi Police Sub-Inspector (SI) and CAPF SI exam 2025 is one of the most in-demand sarkari jobs for those aiming to wear a uniform, serve the nation, and secure a stable government career.

The recruitment is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) and offers posts in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB).

This post gives you the complete picture β€” from important dates, eligibility, and syllabus to salary and discussion points.

πŸ“… Important Dates (Tentative)

As per the SSC Calendar 2025-26, here are the expected timelines:

EventExpected Date
Notification Release16-06-2025
Online Application Starts16-06-2025
Last Date to Apply07-07-2025
Tier 1 Exam (CBT)1 Sep to 6 Sep, 2025
PET/PST & MedicalEarly 2026
Final ResultMid-2026

πŸ“ Final dates will be available in the official notification.

βœ… Eligibility Criteria

Nationality:

  • Must be an Indian citizen.

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025):

  • Minimum: 20 years
  • Maximum: 25 years
    (Age relaxation as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen.)

Educational Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Physical Standards:

CategoryHeight (Male)Height (Female)Chest (Male Only)
General/OBC170 cm157 cm80-85 cm
SC/ST162.5 cm150 cm76-81 cm

Chest expansion: Minimum 5 cm. Final standards will be given in the SSC notice.

πŸ§ͺ Exam Pattern & Syllabus

1️⃣ Tier 1 – Computer-Based Test (CBT)

SubjectNo. of QuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2550
General Knowledge & Current Affairs2550
Quantitative Aptitude2550
English Comprehension2550
Total100200
  • πŸ•’ Duration: 60 minutes
  • ❌ Negative Marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer

2️⃣ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

  • Male Candidates:
    β€’ 1.6 km run in 6 minutes
    β€’ Long jump and high jump (as per SSC norms)

  • Female Candidates:
    β€’ 800 meters run in 8 minutes
    β€’ Long jump and high jump (lesser distances)

3️⃣ Medical Test

Includes checks for:

  • Vision
  • Hearing
  • Overall physical health and fitness

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πŸ’Ό Salary, Perks & Promotions

PostPay Scale (Level 6 – 7th CPC)Benefits
Delhi Police SIβ‚Ή35,400 – β‚Ή1,12,400DA, HRA, TA, City Posting
CAPF SIβ‚Ή35,400 – β‚Ή1,12,400Risk Allowance, Ration, Free Uniform & Housing

πŸ”Ό Promotion Path:
SI β†’ Inspector β†’ Deputy SP β†’ Commandant
(Promotions are based on seniority, exams, and vacancies. You can reach higher ranks within 10–15 years.)

🎯 Preparation Strategy

βœ” Know the Syllabus Well:
Stick to the SSC-prescribed syllabus β€” focus especially on GK, Reasoning, Maths, and English.

βœ” Practice Previous Year Papers:
Solve papers from 2018 to 2024 to understand trends and question types.

βœ” Focus on Physical Fitness:
Start running and exercise early. PET is qualifying but mandatory.

βœ” Mock Tests & Time Management:
Speed and accuracy matter. Regular online mock tests can help you gain confidence.

βœ” Stay Updated with Current Affairs:
Keep track of national and international news, government schemes, and defense-related updates.

❓ FAQs

Q1. Which is better: Delhi Police SI or CAPF SI?
➑️ If you prefer city life and stable posting, choose Delhi Police.
➑️ If you’re okay with field duties across India and want more action, go for CAPF (like BSF, CRPF, CISF).

Q2. Can final-year students apply?
βœ… Yes, but they must have their degree certificate by the time of document verification.

Q3. What is the selection ratio?
πŸ”’ Around 1:50 β€” very competitive. But with the right strategy, many crack it on the first attempt.

πŸ—£οΈ Discussion Time!

Let’s get talking!

πŸ—³οΈ Poll: Which Force Would You Prefer?
1️⃣ Delhi Police SI – Urban, stable job, family-friendly
2️⃣ CAPF SI (BSF/CRPF/CISF) – Adventure, field service, higher allowances

πŸ’¬ Drop a comment with:

  • Why you want to become an SI
  • Your preparation status
  • Any doubts β€” we’ll help you out!

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