UPSC CAPF AC 2026 applications are submitted at upsconline.nic.in via the standard Part I + Part II registration process. The application window is typically open for 21 days. Force preferences are submitted later after written result declaration.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Step 1 – Part I Registration: Visit upsconline.nic.in → Select 'Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination 2026' → Click 'New Registration' → Enter Name, DOB, Email, Mobile → Save Registration ID.
- Step 2 – Part II Registration: Login with Registration ID → Fill detailed personal and educational information → Choose exam centre preferences (up to 3 cities) → Confirm medium of Paper I (Hindi/English).
- Step 3 – Upload Documents: Upload passport-size photograph (40 KB, JPG) and signature (40 KB, JPG) as per UPSC specifications.
- Step 4 – Fee Payment: Pay ₹200 (General/OBC/EWS) via SBI Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or SBI Branch Cash Challan. SC/ST/Female/PwD/Ex-servicemen candidates are fee-exempted.
- Step 5 – Final Submission: Review all entries → Submit form → Download and print confirmation page.
- Step 6 – Force Preference (Post Written Result): After written exam result, shortlisted candidates submit their force preference order (BSF / CRPF / CISF / ITBP / SSB) via the UPSC DAF process.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200 |
| SC / ST | ₹0 (Exempted) |
| Female (All categories) | ₹0 (Exempted) |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹0 (Exempted) |
| PwD | ₹0 (Exempted) |
Pre-Application Checklist
- Verify age eligibility (cut-off date: 1st August 2026)
- Confirm graduation degree / final year status
- Check physical standard compliance (height, weight) before applying
- Keep Aadhaar, graduation certificate, and category certificate ready