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Lakhs of candidates participate in the SSC CPO exam to fulfil their aspirations of getting a government job. The SSC CPO Selection Process 2025 is designed to recruit eligible candidates for the post of Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police, CAPFs, and Assistant Sub-Inspector in CISF. The process is carried out in multiple stages to thoroughly test a candidate’s knowledge, physical fitness, and overall suitability for the role. Understanding the complete selection process is essential for candidates to plan their preparation effectively and improve their chances of final selection.
SSC CPO Selection Process 2025
Once you are familiar with the SSC CPO selection process, you can start the preparation accordingly. Have a look at the selection process mentioned below.
- Paper 1 Written Exam
- Physical Endurance Test (PET)/ Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Paper 2 written exam
- Medical Examination
Check: SSC CPO Notification 2025 Out
| Tier | Type of Examination |
| Tier-I | Objective Multiple Choice |
| PET/PST | Running, Long Jump, High Jump, and Short Put |
| Tier-II | Objective Multiple Choice |
The final merit list will be tabulated based on a candidate’s performance in all three phases of the SSC CPO Exam.
SSC CPO Selection Stage 1: Paper I
The SSC CPO Exam Pattern 2025 is explained below.
- Questions asked in both paper-1 and paper-2 of SSC CPO will be of Objective Multiple Choice Type.
- Questions asked will be bilingual, i.e. in both Hindi and English.
- 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Part A | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 | 50 Marks | 2 Hours (30 Minutes for each section) |
| Part B | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 50 | 50 Marks | |
| Part C | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 Marks | |
| Part D | English Comprehension | 50 | 50 Marks | |
| Total | 50 | 200 Marks | ||
SSC CPO Selection Stage 2 2025- Physical Standard Test (PST)
Only those candidates, who have scored above the cut-off marks fixed by the Commission in Paper I would be required to appear in the Physical Endurance Test/Medical examination. Only those candidates, who qualified in PET/PST and were found medically fit will be allowed to appear in SSC CPO Paper II
Physical Standard Test for Male Candidates:
| Activity | Time |
| 100 Meters Race | 16 Seconds |
| 1.6 Km Race | 6.5 Minutes |
| 3.65 Metres Long Jump | 3 Chances |
| 1.2 Metres High Jump | 3 Chances |
| Shot put (16 Lbs) | 4.5 Metres, 3 Chances |
Physical Standard Test for Female Candidates:
| Activity | Time |
| 100 Meters Race | 18 Seconds |
| 800 Metres Race | 4 Minutes |
| 2.7 Metres (9 Feet) Long Jump | 3 Chances |
| 0.9 Metres (3 Feet) High Jump | 3 Chances |
SSC CPO Syllabus 2025– Click to Check
SSC CPO Stage 3: Paper 2
The 3rd stage in the SSC CPO Selection is a Test of English Language and Comprehension and it is of 200 mark.
- The questions in SSC CPO Exam paper 2 will be of Objective Multiple Choice Type.
- A negative marking of 0.25 marks will be made for each incorrect answer marked.
| Subject | Maximum Marks /Questions | Duration and timing |
|---|---|---|
| English Language & Comprehension | 200 marks/200 questions | Two Hours |
SSC CPO Stage 3: Medical Examination
- Candidates who pass the paper 2 examinations and turn up for the medical test will be assessed by the medical officers of the CAPFs/ Central/State Government Hospital or Dispensary.
- Candidates who are assessed to be unfit are informed about the same. Within 15 days, they can apply for review by the Medical Review Board.
- The decision from the Review Medical Board is considered to be final and no further appeals are entertained.
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