In 2025, the stakes are higher. The notification has just dropped, with revamped exam structure and more transparency in the process. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know — from application steps to exam day strategies.
Latest News & Updates on SSC CPO Sub Inspector Online Form 2025
Notification Release & Timelines
The SSC CPO Notification for 2025 has been officially released, opening doors for 3,073 SI vacancies.
The online application window began on 26th September 2025.
The last date to submit the application is 16th October 2025, with the fee payment window open until 17th October.
A correction window (for modifying parts of the application) is slated between 24th to 26th October 2025.
The exam (Paper I) is expected in November–December 2025
Changes Compared to Previous Years
This year, SSC has introduced sectional timers — each section in Paper 1 (and Paper 2) will have a 30-minute timer.
A delay had occurred earlier: The notification which was expected in June 2025 was postponed due to administrative reasons.
The total number of vacancies (3,073) is higher than some past years, making this a particularly attractive opportunity.
Official Sources You Must Monitor
SSC’s official website (ssc.gov.in) — the primary source for updates
SSC’s regional portals and social media handles
Notifications section under “Latest Recruitment” on SSC site
Leading educational news portals for summaries and reminders
Vacancy & Post Details
Total Number of Vacancies
A total of 3,073 posts have been made available for 2025 under SSC CPO Sub Inspector recruitment.
Posts by Department
These vacancies are spread across:
Sub Inspector (Executive) in Delhi Police (for male & female candidates)
Sub Inspector (General Duty) in CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces) including forces like CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, SSB
Gender & Category-wise Distribution
In Delhi Police (Executive SI): 142 posts for male, 70 for females.
In CAPFs (SI GD): 2,861 posts total — 2,651 for males, 210 for females.
Vacancy breakups across categories (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) are detailed in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
To make sure you don’t waste time, here’s what SSC expects from you:
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Minimum age: 20 years
Maximum age: 25 years
That means birth dates should be between 2nd August 2000 and 1st August 2005 (inclusive) for general candidates.
Age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/others as per SSC rules. (Check the official notification for detailed age-relax categories.)
Physical Standards (Height, Chest, etc.)
Male (General): Height should be at least 170 cm; chest 80 cm (unexpanded) & 85 cm (expanded)
Female (General): Height should be at least 157 cm (or lower in hill/tribal areas)
For candidates from hill areas, or tribal categories, relaxed height norms may apply.
Other Conditions
Must be a citizen of India or meet SSC’s specified nationality criteria
Must be medically and physically fit
No criminal record
Additional criteria may be in the official notice (read carefully!)
Application Process – Step by Step
Here’s how to complete the SSC CPO Sub Inspector Online Form 2025 (with a few pointers so you don’t slip up).
SSC One-Time Registration (OTR)
If you haven’t done this already, you’ll need to register via SSC’s new portal (ssc.gov.in)
Use a valid email ID and mobile number
Once OTR is done, you’ll get credentials to login in future
Fill Personal & Educational Details
Log in using your SSC credentials
Fill in name, parent’s name, contact info, address, educational background, category, preferences, etc.
Take care: this is critical; mistakes may cost you later
Upload Documents / Scans
Recent passport-sized photograph (as per SSC’s dimension & file size guidelines)
Signature scan
Any necessary certificates (category, DOB, educational)
Document formats must match SSC rules — JPG/PNG, size limits, etc.
Fee Payment & Final Submission
Pay via net banking / UPI / Debit or Credit card
Verify your form before submission
Submit and download/print the confirmation slip
Correction Window
From 24th to 26th October 2025, SSC will open a window for corrections.
You can fix certain fields (not all), so wait for the official “Form Correction Notice”
Important Dates to Remember
| Event | Date |
| Notification / Application Start | 26th September 2025 |
| Last date to apply | 16th October 2025 |
| Last date for fee payment | 17th October 2025 |
| Correction window | 24th–26th October 2025 |
| Tentative Paper I exam | November–December 2025 |
Mark these well — missing deadlines can disqualify you.
Application Fee & Exemptions
General / OBC / EWS male candidates: ₹100 (non-refundable)
Exemptions: Women, SC, ST, Ex-servicemen, and others may be exempt. Confirm the exemptions listed in the notification.
Exam Pattern & Structure
Understanding the structure helps you strategize.
Paper I
Objective Multiple Choice (MCQ)
Total Marks: 200
Sections: Reasoning & Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension
Sectional timer: Each section has a 30-minute timer
Negative marking for wrong answers (usually ¼ mark) — check official notification
Physical Standard / Physical Endurance (PST / PET)
These are qualifying in nature
Tasks include running, long jump, high jump, etc.
For example, male candidates may need to run 1.6 km, long jump, etc.
Female endurance: e.g. 800 m run, jumps, etc.
Paper II
Only those qualifying PST / PET proceed
Focus: English language & comprehension (more advanced than Paper I)
Sectional time also introduced
Medical & Final Stage
The final stage is a Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Candidates must be physically and mentally fit as per norms
Syllabus Breakdown
Paper I Topics
Reasoning & Intelligence: verbal, non-verbal, patterns, analogies, coding-decoding, etc.
General Awareness: History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs, Science & Tech
Quantitative Aptitude: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Data Interpretation
English Comprehension: Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Completion, etc.
Paper II Topics
Focus entirely on English: Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, usage, error detection
Weightage / Question Distribution
Equal weight across sections in Paper I
Sectional timing changes how you allocate your time
Selection Process & Cut-offs
Stage-wise Elimination
Paper I
PST / PET (Physical Tests)
Paper II
Detailed Medical Exam
You must clear each stage to progress further.
Expected Cut-offs (Trends)
While official cut-offs will come later, you can look to past years’ trends to get an idea of what might be required — typically 130–150+ marks (depending on category) in Paper I. Adjust based on difficulty.
Conclusion
The SSC CPO Sub Inspector Online Form 2025 presents a golden opportunity with 3,073 SI posts across Delhi Police and CAPFs. With deadlines from 26th September to 16th October 2025, aspiring candidates must act promptly. Beyond just filling the form, success depends on understanding the eligibility, exam structure, physical tests, and crafting a focused preparation strategy.
Stay alert, follow the official notification closely, and give your best shot — because this might be your path to a fulfilling career in law enforcement. All the best!
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