The UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card 2026 for the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) has been released for candidates who qualified the written stage of the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026. According to the published information, the e-admit card was released in late September 2026 on the official portal, and the PST / PET is scheduled from 13 to 16 October 2026.
This examination, advertised as Advt. No. 08/2026-CAPF, covers 349 Assistant Commandant (Group A) posts across BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB. Only candidates whose names appear in the written result declared on 25 August 2026 have been issued this stage’s admit card. Download the hall ticket now using your application details and check the venue, reporting time and physical standards carefully. Readers tracking other UPSC updates may also like our UPSC NDA 2 Result 2026 and UPSC JTO Law Officer Recruitment 2026 pages.
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UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card 2026 Overview
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination, 2026 |
| Post | Assistant Commandant (Group A) |
| Advertisement No. | 08/2026-CAPF |
| Total Vacancies | 349 (BSF 108, CRPF 106, CISF 70, ITBP 12, SSB 53) |
| Admit Card Status | Released – for PST / PET stage |
| Admit Card Release Date | 30 September 2026 (announced by the nodal authority on 29 September 2026) |
| PST / PET Dates | 13 to 16 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Mode | Online – e-admit card in PDF format |
| Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university; must meet physical eligibility |
| Age Limit | 20 to 25 years as on 1 August 2026 (relaxation as per rules) |
| Selection Process | Written examination, PST / PET, interview, final merit list |
| Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Notification Released | 20 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 20 February 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 12 March 2026 |
| Written Examination | 19 July 2026 |
| Written Result | 25 August 2026 |
| PST / PET Admit Card | 30 September 2026 |
| PST / PET Dates | 13 to 16 October 2026 |
How to Download the UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official SSB recruitment portal or the UPSC website.
- Go to the admit card section and find the link for the UPSC CAPF AC PST / PET Admit Card 2026.
- Enter your Application Number (or Roll Number) and Date of Birth or Password, plus the security pin shown on the page.
- Submit the details. Your e-admit card will appear on the screen in PDF format.
- Check the PET / PST date, shift, reporting time, venue and instructions carefully.
- Download the PDF and take a clear printout on A4 paper.
- Keep a soft copy saved for emergencies.
Details Mentioned on the Admit Card
- Candidate name, roll number and application number
- Photograph and signature
- Post name and stage (PST / PET)
- Test date, reporting time and venue
- Physical standards and PET events applicable to the candidate
- Instructions for the test day, including prohibited items
Exam Day Instructions
- Carry the printed e-admit card, one original government photo identity proof and two recent photographs.
- Use the same identity document details as in the application, and ensure name, date of birth and gender match across documents.
- Wear light sportswear suitable for running and measurements; avoid jewellery, metallic accessories and electronic devices.
- Reach the centre before the reporting time – late entry may lead to denial of admission.
- Carry prescribed medicines with a supporting prescription, if needed.
- Verify every instruction line on the admit card, including reporting slot and prohibited items.
Force-Wise Vacancy Details
| Force | Assistant Commandant Posts |
| Border Security Force (BSF) | 108 |
| Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) | 106 |
| Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) | 70 |
| Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) | 12 |
| Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) | 53 |
| Total | 349 |
Important Links
| Download PET / PST Admit Card | recruitment.ssb.gov.in |
| Download Written Result | upsc.gov.in |
| Official Notification | upsc.gov.in |
| UPSC Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
The PST / PET e-admit card is hosted on the SSB recruitment portal, the nodal authority for this stage. Use only upsc.gov.in and the official SSB portal for updates.
FAQs
When was the UPSC CAPF AC PET / PST Admit Card 2026 released?
According to the published information, the e-admit card for the Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test was released on 30 September 2026, with the nodal authority announcing it a day earlier.
What are the UPSC CAPF AC PST / PET dates 2026?
The Physical Standards Test and Physical Efficiency Test for the CAPF (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026 are scheduled from 13 to 16 October 2026 at designated centres.
How can I download the UPSC CAPF AC Admit Card 2026?
Open the e-admit card link on the SSB recruitment portal (recruitment.ssb.gov.in) and log in with your application or roll number, date of birth or password, and the security pin shown on the page.
Who gets the UPSC CAPF AC PET / PST admit card?
Only candidates whose names appear in the CAPF AC written result declared on 25 August 2026 have been issued the PST / PET admit card. This hall ticket is separate from the written exam admit card.
How many posts are in UPSC CAPF AC Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment under Advt. No. 08/2026-CAPF covers 349 Assistant Commandant (Group A) posts: 108 in BSF, 106 in CRPF, 70 in CISF, 12 in ITBP and 53 in SSB.
What is the eligibility for UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant?
Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university and must meet the prescribed physical eligibility. The age limit is 20 to 25 years as on 1 August 2026, with relaxation as per rules.
What are the PET events in UPSC CAPF AC?
As per the published information, the physical efficiency test includes running events and the long jump for male and female candidates, plus a shot put event for male candidates. Candidates must first meet the prescribed physical standards.
What is the official website for UPSC CAPF AC 2026?
The official website is https://www.upsc.gov.in. The PET / PST e-admit card is hosted on the SSB recruitment portal. Always verify updates on these official sites.
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