SSC CPO Age Limit 2026: Category-wise Relaxation & Eligibility

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Overview

SSC CPO Age Limit 2026 is 20 to 25 years. This guide provides category-wise age limits, relaxations, and the full eligibility for the SSC CPO SI recruitment in Delhi Police and CAPFs.

Total Vacancies

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Age Limit

20y - 25y

Age Details

Age Details

  • Minimum Age: 20 years
  • Maximum Age: 25 years
  • Crucial Date: As per the official notification (commonly 01-08-2026)
  • Example DOB window: born not earlier than 02-08-2001 and not later than 01-08-2006 (illustrative in many references); actual dates depend on the official notification.

Eligibility

Eligibility Overview

  • Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree.
  • Nationality: Indian Citizen (with standard exceptions as per government norms).
  • Physical Standards: As specified in the notification (height, chest, PET requirements).

Age Eligibility

  • Minimum Age: 20 years
  • Maximum Age: 25 years
  • The crucial date for age calculation is as mentioned in the official notification (typically 01-08-2026).

Relaxations (Category-wise)

  • OBC: Up to 28 years (3 years relaxation)
  • SC/ST: Up to 30 years (5 years relaxation)
  • PwBD (UR): Up to 35 years
  • PwBD (OBC): Up to 38 years
  • PwBD (SC/ST): Up to 40 years
  • EWS: 20-25 years (no additional relaxation beyond general limit)
  • Ex-Servicemen / Central Govt. Employees / Other relaxations: As per government rules (where applicable)

Important Rules

  • Age must be calculated as per the crucial date in the notification.
  • Candidates must possess a valid category certificate for relaxation claims.
  • Final year graduation students may apply provisionally if they complete the degree before document verification.
  • Physical and medical standards are mandatory.

Important Dates

Application Start

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Application End

TBA

Date Details

Important Dates (Unresolved specifics)

  • Updated: May 7, 2026
  • Crucial date for age calculation is typically 01-08-2026, as per the notification.
  • Example birth date references in articles include 02-08-2001 and 01-08-2006, but please verify against the official notification.
  • For exact apply dates and exam schedules, consult the official SSC CPO notification.

Application Fees

Application Fees

  • Fees details, if any, are provided in the official notification. Please refer to the official notification for exact fee structure by category.

How to Apply

Additional Notes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "SSC CPO Age Limit 2026: Category-wise Relaxation & Eligibility"?

The "SSC CPO Age Limit 2026: Category-wise Relaxation & Eligibility" is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC).

What is the age limit for "SSC CPO Age Limit 2026: Category-wise Relaxation & Eligibility"?

The age limit for "SSC CPO Age Limit 2026: Category-wise Relaxation & Eligibility" is between 20 and 25 years. Please refer to the age details section for specific relaxation rules.

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