SSC CPO 2027 Notification, Dates, Eligibility & Exam Pattern

The Staff Selection Commission is expected to issue the SSC CPO 2027 notification on its official website ssc.gov.in in 2026, kicking off the recruitment process for Sub‑Inspector (SI) posts in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). Candidates planning to apply should prepare based on anticipated dates and selection stages.

SSC CPO 2027 – Expected Exam Schedule

While the official brochure is yet to be released, past cycles suggest the following tentative timeline:

• SSC CPO 2027 notification release: May–June 2026 (expected)
• Application start: May–June 2026
• Application last date: June 2026
• SSC CPO Paper‑I exam: October–November 2026
• Answer key and results: Following examsThese timelines align with the commission’s usual recruitment cycle for the CPO exam.

Candidates should keep checking ssc.gov.in for updates on the exact notification release date, application window and exam calendar once officially announced.

SSC CPO Posts and Vacancy

SSC CPO conducts a national‑level recruitment exam to fill vacancies for:

• Sub‑Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police
• Sub‑Inspector (SI) in CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces)
• Assistant Sub‑Inspector (ASI) in CISF (where applicable)These posts are open to eligible Indian citizens who meet the criteria specified in the notification.

SSC CPO Age and Qualification – Eligibility Criteria

Prospective candidates must generally satisfy the following conditions to apply:

• Educational Qualification: A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or equivalent.
• Age Limit: Typically 20–25 years, with age relaxation as per Government of India norms for reserved categories.
• Nationality: Indian citizenship (as defined by SSC norms).The exact eligibility parameters for 2027 will be detailed in the official notification.

SSC CPO Exam Pattern & Selection Process

SSC CPO recruitment involves multiple stages:

1. Paper‑I (Computer‑Based Test): Objective questions covering sections such as General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension.
2. Physical Endurance Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST): Qualifying physical tests based on set standards.
3. Paper‑II (Computer‑Based Test): English language and comprehension focus.Candidates who qualify all stages and meet standards are placed in final merit lists.

Paper‑I Overview (Typical)

Paper‑II assesses English comprehension and language skills in a separate objective format

How to Apply SSC CPO?

Once the SSC CPO 2027 notification is published, candidates will be able to:

• Fill the online application form on ssc.gov.in.
• Upload scanned documents and pay the application fee (where applicable).
• Submit the form before the closing date.Details on fee structure, exam centres and instructions will be available in the official brochure.