Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
SSC CPO SI Paper I and Paper II Syllabus 2026
SSC CPO Sub-Inspector syllabus for Paper I and Paper II — Reasoning, GK, Quant, English — plus PET/PST overview for CAPF SI posts.
Quick overview
- Board / org
- Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Important dates
One timeline — no hunting through tables.
As per latest official notice
Syllabus / pattern
Who can apply
Confirm full criteria in the official notification.
Other eligibility
- ✓Bachelor's degree from a recognised university (as per notice).
- ✓Age and physical standards as published in the SSC CPO notification.
Selection process
Clear one stage to move to the next.
01
Paper I CBT
Objective paper on Reasoning, GK, Quant and English.
02
PET / PST
Physical efficiency and standard tests.
03
Paper II + Medical + DV
English paper, medical fitness and document verification.
How to use this syllabus
Plan from the official PDF — this page is a clearer summary.
- 1Open the official notification / syllabus PDF from the commission website.
- 2Note which subjects appear in Prelims / Mains (or Paper I / Paper II).
- 3Make a topic checklist and revise weak areas first.
- 4Practise previous-year papers and mock tests in the official pattern.
- 5Re-check the latest notice for any syllabus change before the exam.
Official link: Open on official website
Preparation tips
Generic guidance — adjust to your exam pattern.
- ✓Treat the official PDF as the only syllabus source of truth
- ✓Note sectional cutoffs if the board publishes them
- ✓Balance speed and accuracy if there is negative marking
- ✓Keep current affairs / general awareness updated for Tier-I style papers
FAQs
Quick answers visitors usually look for.
Is SSC CPO SI Paper I and Paper II Syllabus 2026 final?
Syllabus can be revised in a new notification. Always verify the latest PDF on the official website.
Where should I download the official syllabus?
Use only the official commission / board links listed on this page.
Notes
SSC CPO recruits Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police and CAPFs (and ASI in CISF as notified). **Paper I (CBT)** typically covers: - General Intelligence & Reasoning - General Knowledge & General Awareness - Quantitative Aptitude - English Comprehension **PET / PST** follows Paper I. **Paper II** is English Language & Comprehension. Medical examination and DV follow as per notice.
Related updates
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