The UPSC CAPF Selection Process consists of three main stages: the Written examination, the Medical test, and the PET.
UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2024
- Written Examination
- Physical Test
- Interview
CAPF Exam Pattern
| Paper | Paper I (General Abilityand Intelligence) | Paper II (General Studies,Essay, and Comprehension) |
| Total Questions | 125 (MCQ) | 6 (Descriptive) |
| Marks | 250 | 200 |
| Duration | 2 Hours | 3 Hours |
Paper-1
Syllabus for Paper 1 is divided into six subjects.
- General Mental Ability
- General Science
- Current Events of National International Importance
- Indian Polity Economy
- Indian History
- Indian World Geography
| Paper | Subject | Syllabus |
| Paper 1 | General Mental Ability | Logical reasoning Quantitative ability including numerical ability and interpretation of data. |
| General Science | Developing a scientific temperament and comprehending and appreciating everydayobservations of scientific phenomena, including emerging fields such as informationtechnology, biotechnology, and environmental science. | |
| Current Events of National International Importance | National and international events of significance in areas including culture, music, arts,literature, sports, governance, societal and developmental issues, industry, business,globalization, and international relations. | |
| Indian Polity Economy | India’s political system and constitution: Understanding of India’s political structure,constitution, social systems, and public administration. Knowledge of India’s economicdevelopment, security issues, human rights, and related indicators. | |
| Indian History | Nationalism and freedom movement: Topics related to the growth and historicalmovements for freedom. | |
| Indian World Geography | The syllabus will encompass the study of both Indian and global geography,including physical, social, and economic aspects. |
Paper-2
Paper 2 has descriptive-type questions that must be answered according to the Commission’s guidelines. It is important to note that only candidates who meet the CAPF in Paper 1 will be evaluated for Paper 2.
| Paper | Topic | CAPF Syllabus |
| Paper 2 | Essay | syllabus includes key topics such as modern Indian history, with a specific focus on thefreedom struggle, as well as geography, politics, economy, knowledge of securityand human rights issues, and analytical ability. |
| Comprehension, précis writing language skills | Syllabus includes subjects such as reading comprehension, précis writing, developingcounterarguments, basic grammar, and other aspects of language testing. |
UPSC CAPF PET Assistant Commandant
| Test | Male | Female |
| 100 Meters Race | 16 Seconds | 18 Seconds |
| 800 Meters Race | 3 Min 45 Sec | 4 Min 45 Sec |
| Long Jump | 3.5 Meters (3 Chances) | 3.0 Meters (3 Chances) |
| Shot Put (7.26 Kgs) | 4.5 Meters | NA |
UPSC CAPF: Interview/Personality Test
Candidates who pass the CAPF AC written exam and PET can take the interview and personality test. The CAPF interview carries 150 points.
