CAPF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1,167 Sub-Inspector (GD) Posts

The Directorate General of Border Security Force (BSF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued the notification for CAPF Sub-Inspector (GD) Recruitment 2026 through the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE). A total of 1,167 vacancies have been announced across BSF, CRPF, SSB and ITBP for eligible serving personnel.

The online application process is scheduled from 12 November to 31 December 2026. This is a departmental recruitment examination, not an open recruitment drive for all graduates. Serving personnel must meet the prescribed service, educational, age and other eligibility conditions before applying.

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CAPF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026: Overview

A total of 1,167 Sub-Inspector (GD) vacancies have been announced in four Central Armed Police Forces. The force-wise distribution is given below.

Eligibility Criteria for CAPF SI LDCE 2026

This examination is intended for eligible serving personnel, not for candidates applying directly from the general public. The notification identifies the following eligible personnel:

• Constables (GD) of BSF, CRPF and ITBP

• Constables (Tradesmen) of BSF, CRPF and ITBP

• Head Constables (GD) of BSF, CRPF and ITBP

• ASIs (GD) of BSF, CRPF, ITBP and SSB

Eligible personnel on deputation or attachment outside their parent units/forces may also apply, subject to the prescribed conditions and documentation.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.

Required Service

Applicants must have completed at least four years of regular service, including basic training, as prescribed in the notification and the recruitment rules of their respective forces.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit is 32 years. The age will be calculated as of the closing date of the application process, i.e. 31 December 2026. Candidates belonging to the SC/ST categories are eligible for five years of age relaxation, as per Government of India instructions.

Service Record and Medical Category

Candidates must have:

• Minimum Good APAR grading for the last five years. Where a candidate has completed only four years of service, the APAR grading for those four years will apply.

• An unblemished and clean service record up to the issue of the offer of appointment.

• Medical category SHAPE-I. Applications from candidates in a lower medical category will not be entertained.

   

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Physical Standards

Applicants must meet the prescribed height, chest and weight standards. The standards vary according to gender and specified categories.

Male candidates

Female candidates

CAPF SI LDCE Selection Process 2026

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)

2. Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

3. Document Verification

4. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)

Candidates must qualify at each applicable stage to be considered for final selection. The final merit list will be prepared by the nodal force based on the CBT result and the prescribed recruitment process.

CAPF SI LDCE Exam Pattern 2026

The written examination will be conducted in computer-based mode. It will consist of one objective-type paper carrying 200 marks.

• Exam duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

• Question type: Objective multiple-choice questions

• Minimum qualifying marks: 45% in each part and 50% in aggregate

• SC/ST relaxation: 5% marks relaxation, as stated in the notification

Calculators and other electronic gadgets are not permitted inside the examination hall.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

The PET will be qualifying in nature. Candidates must complete the prescribed events within the specified time or distance.

CAPF SI LDCE Salary 2026

Candidates selected for the Sub-Inspector (GD) post will be placed in Pay Matrix Level 6, with a pay scale of ?35,400–?1,12,400. Other allowances will be admissible as per Government rules and applicable service provisions.

Application Fee

The notification's online application instructions provide for fee payment through the application portal. Candidates who are exempted from payment do not need to pay the fee. The amount payable, if any, should be checked on the live BSF application portal before final submission.

Documents Required for Online Application

Candidates should keep the following documents and details ready:

• Recent passport-size photograph, not more than three months old

• Scanned signature

• Thumb impression

• Degree certificate or educational qualification documents

• Date-of-birth proof

• Caste certificate, where applicable

• Service-cum-eligibility certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure III)

• Candidate undertaking (Annexure IV)

• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the competent authority (Annexure V)

The photograph must be without a cap or spectacles, with the face clearly visible. The application may be rejected if the photograph does not meet the notification's requirements.

How to Apply Online for CAPF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026

Eligible serving personnel can submit their applications online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official BSF website: bsf.mha.gov.in.

2. Open the recruitment section and find the Sub-Inspector in CAPFs LDCE Examination 2026 advertisement.

3. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using the required personal details, mobile number and email address.

4. Log in using the registration ID and password.

5. Select the relevant SI LDCE 2026 advertisement and click on the application link.

6. Enter the required personal, educational and service-related information.

7. Upload the photograph, signature, thumb impression and prescribed certificates.

8. Pay the application fee, if applicable.

9. Review all details carefully and submit the application.

10. Download or print the submitted application for future reference.

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FAQs – CAPF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies are announced under CAPF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026?

A total of 1,167 Sub-Inspector (GD) vacancies have been announced across BSF, CRPF, SSB and ITBP.

Q2. Who can apply for CAPF SI LDCE 2026?

Eligible serving Constables (GD/Tradesmen), Head Constables (GD) and ASIs (GD) of BSF, CRPF and ITBP, and ASIs (GD) of SSB can apply, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required?

Candidates must hold a degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.

Q4. What is the maximum age limit?

The maximum age limit is 32 years as on the closing date of the application. SC/ST candidates are eligible for five years of relaxation.

Q5. What is the last date to apply online?

The last date to submit the online application is 31 December 2026, up to 23:59 hrs.

Q6. What is the salary of a CAPF Sub-Inspector?

The post carries Pay Matrix Level 6, with a pay scale of Rs 35,400–Rs 1,12,400 plus admissible allowances.

Q7. How many chances are allowed for the LDCE?

A departmental candidate is allowed a total of three chances to appear in the LDCE.

Q8. Is CAPF SI LDCE 2026 open to all graduates?

No. It is a limited departmental examination for eligible serving personnel of the specified CAPFs. It is not an open recruitment examination for all graduates.

Q9. What is the selection process?

The selection process includes a CBT, PST/PET, document verification and medical examination.

Q10. Where can candidates apply?

Candidates must apply online through the official BSF website: bsf.mha.gov.in.