UPSC CAPF AC Exam Date 2026 Out at upsc.gov.in; Check Complete Schedule
The UPSC CAPF AC 2026 exam date is out and scheduled for 19 July 2026 with 349 vacancies across BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. The notification was released on 20 February 2026, and applications closed on 12 March 2026. Candidates must check upsc.gov.in for the admit card and further updates
UPSC CAPF AC Exam Date 2026 Out: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has made an official announcement regarding the examination date of the Central Armed Police Forces Assistant Commandant (CAPF AC) Examination 2026. According to the UPSC Exam Calendar 2026, the CAPF Assistant Commandant Examination 2026 will take place on 19th July 2026 (Sunday). There are a total 349 vacancies available in various CAPFs such as BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB declared by UPSC. The application process began on February 20 till March 12, 2026. Those candidates who have applied should now prepare well for their examinations.
UPSC CAPF AC Exam Date 2026 Out Notice
Candidates who appear in the UPSC CAPF AC Exam can check the exam date Notice PDF through the direct link given below, and are advised to read it properly before to avoid last-minute confusion. Download the official notice using the link given below.
| UPSC CAPF AC Exam Notification 2026 |
UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Exam Timing
The CAPF (ACs) Examination 2026 will be conducted in two sessions on 19th July 2026 (Sunday). Paper I will be objective in nature, while Paper II will be conventional.
| Paper | Subject | Session | Timing | Duration |
| Paper I | General Ability & Intelligence | Morning | 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | General Studies, Essay & Comprehension | Afternoon | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 3 Hours |
UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Highlights
UPSC will start the online registration process on February 20 for total of 379 posts for BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. Candidates who are appearing in the exam can find all the information in the table below:
| Details | Details |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | CAPF (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Commandant (AC) |
| Total Vacancies | 349 |
| Forces Covered | BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB |
| Exam Date | 19 July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Application Date | February 20 - march 12, 2026 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
How to Download UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Exam Notice?
Candidates can check these steps to download the UPSC CAPF AC 2026 Exam Date notice as follows:
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Visit the official website: upsc.gov.in
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On the home screen, select "What's New" or "Active Notifications"
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Click on the “Time Table/Schedule CAPF (ACs) Examination 2026”
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Then the PDF will appear on the screen
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Check the information regarding the date of the exam and the schedule of papers
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Click the download button or use the shortcut keys: Ctrl + S
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Save it for future reference.
UPSC CAPF AC Exam Date 2026: What’s Next?
Once the notice regarding the exam date has been issued, the next step is to issue the Admit Card. UPSC will issue the CAPF AC 2026 Admit Card at its official website a few weeks before the written exam that will be held on 19 July 2026. Aspirants who had successfully filed their application form before 12 March 2026 can now access their hall ticket from the website, upsc.gov.in. These are the important details mentioned in the Hall Ticket Name, Roll Number, Address of Exam Center, Reporting Time, etc. UPSC will declare the result of the written test after completion of the written test, and the PET, Medical Test, and Interview/Personality Test will be conducted.
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