Union Public Service Commission Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandant) Examination
Recruits Assistant Commandants in the five Central Armed Police Forces — BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB — through a written exam, physical efficiency test, and personality interview.
UPSC CAPF (AC) — Photo & Document Requirements 2026
Recruits Assistant Commandants in the five Central Armed Police Forces — BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB — through a written exam, physical efficiency test, and personality interview.
About UPSC CAPF (AC)
Read the exam profile, key context, and application readiness checklist before submission.
UPSC CAPF (AC) Syllabus
Check syllabus guidance, what to verify in official notification, and trusted source links.
Photo & Signature Specifications
Photograph
- Dimensions
- 3.5 × 4.5 cm
- Max File Size
- 300 KB
- Format
- JPG / JPEG
- Background
- White or light plain background
- Resolution
- 200 DPI
Signature
- Dimensions
- 3.5 × 1.5 cm
- Max File Size
- 300 KB
- Format
- JPG / JPEG
- Ink Colour
- Black on white paper
Documents Required
Carry originals + photocopies on exam day. Check items as you prepare:
Checklist state is saved locally in your browser.
Upcoming UPSC Exams
UPSC CAPF (AC) — Frequently Asked Questions
-
Same as all UPSC exams: 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 20–300 KB, plain white or light background.
-
Candidates must meet prescribed height, chest, and weight standards, pass a Physical Efficiency Test (100m sprint, long jump, high jump, etc.), followed by a medical examination.