📢 Latest Update
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the CAPF (Assistant Commandant) Answer Key 2026 for the written examination. Candidates who appeared for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandant) Examination 2026 can now download the official provisional answer key and calculate their expected scores. The written examination was conducted on 19 July 2026, and the answer key was released on 22 July 2026.
UPSC CAPF Answer Key 2026 for 349 Post
📋 UPSC CAPF AC Answer Key 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Examination Name | Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandant) Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Commandant (AC) |
| Total Vacancies | 349 Posts |
| Answer Key Status | Released |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Written Exam Date | 19 July 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
- Application Begin :20 February 2026
- Last Date for Registration : 12 March 2026 upto 06:00 PM
- Last Date for Fee Payment : 12 March 2026
- Admit Card Link Activate: 10/07/2026
- Exam Date: 19 July 2026
- Result Declared Date: As Per Schedule
💰 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 200/-
- SC / ST : Rs. 0/-
- PH (Divyang) : Rs. 0/-
- Pay the Examination Fee Through Online Mode.
🎯UPSC CAPF CPF Assistant Commandant Notification 2026 : Age Limit as on 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- For Age Relaxation Kindly Read Notification
📋 UPSC CAPF CPF Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details Total 349 Post
| Post Name | Total Post | UPSC CAPF CPF Assistant Commandant Eligibility 2026 |
| Central Armed Police Force CPF – Assistant Commandant | 349 | Graduation Degree in Any Stream in Any Recognized UniversityPhysical Eligibility |
Department wise Vacancy
| Department Name | Total Post |
| BSF | 108 |
| CRPF | 106 |
| CISF | 70 |
| ITBP | 12 |
| SSB | 53 |
Physical Details
- Height: Male Candidate: 165 Cms. & Female Candidate 157 Cms.
- Chest: Male Candidate 81-86 Cms
📝 Details Mentioned in the Answer Key
The official answer key contains:
- Question Paper Set (A/B/C/D)
- Correct Answers
- Question Numbers
- Paper-I Answer Key
- Official UPSC Instructions
📚 UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern
Paper I (Objective)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Ability & Intelligence | 250 |
Paper II (Descriptive)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Studies, Essay & Comprehension | 200 |
Total Marks: 450
- Paper I: Objective Type
- Paper II: Descriptive
- Negative Marking applies to Paper I only.
🧮 How to Calculate Your Score
Candidates can estimate their Paper-I score using the official answer key.
- ✅ Add marks for every correct answer.
- ❌ Deduct marks for every incorrect answer as per the official negative marking scheme.
- ➖ Leave unanswered questions unmarked.
The calculated score is only an estimate. Final marks will be announced by UPSC after the evaluation process.
🛡️ CAPF Forces Included
Selected candidates may be appointed as Assistant Commandants in:
- Border Security Force (BSF)
- Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
- Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
- Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
📝 Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- ✅ Written Examination
- ✅ Physical Standards Test (PST)
- ✅ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- ✅ Medical Examination
- ✅ Interview / Personality Test
- ✅ Final Merit List
📄 Documents Required for PET/PST
Candidates shortlisted in the written examination should keep the following documents ready:
- Admit Card
- Valid Photo ID Proof
- Educational Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate (if required)
- Passport-size Photographs
📢 What After the Answer Key?
After the answer key release:
- UPSC will evaluate the written examination.
- The written result will be declared on the official website.
- Qualified candidates will be called for the Physical Standards Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
- Candidates clearing all stages will appear for the Interview/Personality Test.
🚀 How to Fill UPSC CAPF CPF Assistant Commandant 2026 Online Form
- Union Public Service CommissionRecruitment 2026 Notification Released and Candidate Apply within Last Date.
- Candidate Read Union Public Service Commission Notification 2026 very carefully before Apply theRecruitment Application Form.
- While applying, the candidate will have to fill all the columns carefully so that no mistake can be made like – Name of the candidate, Father’s name, Mother’s name, Date of birth, Address, Qualification details.
- If upload is asked in the application form, then upload all the documents in the correct size and correct format, be it PDF or JPEG.
- Before submitting the form, re-check all the columns and documents and submit only if everything is correct.
- After submitting the form of Union Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026, take a print of it or save it in PDF.
🔗 Important Links
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Exam Schedule | Click Here |
| Apply Online | CLICK HERE |
| Apply Online for OTR | CLICK HERE |
| Download Notification | CLICK HERE |
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is the UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Answer Key 2026 released?
Answer: Yes. The official Provisional Answer Key was released on 22 July 2026.
Q2. When was the CAPF AC written examination conducted?
Answer: The written examination was held on 19 July 2026.
Q3. How can I download the answer key?
Answer: Visit the official UPSC website, open the CAPF (Assistant Commandant) Answer Key link, and download the PDF for your paper set.
Q4. How many vacancies are available in CAPF AC Recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 349 Assistant Commandant vacancies have been announced.
Q5. Is there negative marking in the CAPF examination?
Answer: Yes. Negative marking is applicable only to Paper-I (Objective Type).
Q6. What is the next stage after the written examination?
Answer: Candidates who qualify the written examination will be called for the Physical Standards Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Medical Examination, and Interview/Personality Test.
Q7. Can I raise objections against the answer key?
Answer: Candidates should follow the instructions published by UPSC regarding any objection or representation process, if applicable.
Q8. Where can I check the latest UPSC CAPF updates?
Answer: Candidates should regularly visit the official UPSC website for updates regarding the written result, PET/PST schedule, interview, and final merit list.
🔥 Important Note
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying online. Fill all details correctly because wrong information may lead to rejection of the application form.