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Lead The Forces. CAPF (AC).

Command the Central Armed Police Forces. The Assistant Commandant examination demands dual expertise: objective precision in General Ability (Paper I) and descriptive articulation in General Studies & Essays (Paper II).

Dual Stage Written
Same Day Exam
450
Total Marks
Paper I (Objective)
250 Marks

125 MCQs • GS & Reasoning • 2 Hours

Paper II (Descriptive)
200 Marks

Essay, Precis, Comprehension • 3 Hours

Next Stage: PST/PET (Qualifying)
Written Examination Blueprint

Two Distinct Challenge Parameters

Both papers are conducted on the same day in offline mode. Paper-I is evaluated first. Only if you cross the qualifying cutoff for Paper-I, your Paper-II gets evaluated.

Paper I

General Ability & Intelligence
Objective (MCQ)
Questions
125
2 Marks Each
Total Marks
250
1/3rd Negative (-0.66)
  • Duration: 2 Hours (Morning Shift)
  • Bilingual: Set in both English & Hindi.
Syllabus Focus

General Mental Ability (Math/Reasoning), General Science, History of India, Geography, Polity & Economy, and Current Events (National/International).

Paper II

GS, Essay & Comprehension
Subjective Format
Part A (Essays)
80Marks
Write 4 out of 6 (Eng/Hin)
Part B
120Marks
Comprehension/Precis (Eng Only)
  • Duration: 3 Hours (Afternoon Shift)
  • No Negative Marking. Evaluated only if Paper I is passed.
Syllabus Focus

Internal Security, Human Rights, History & Geography (Essays). Précis writing, counter-arguments, and basic English Grammar.

Strategic Focus

The Assistant Commandant Approach

Unlike CSE, CAPF requires a specialized focus on grammar, arguments, and internal security issues.

Paper I Defines
Your Floor

Historically, general category cutoffs hover around 115-125 for Paper I. You cannot rely solely on the subjective paper. High accuracy in History, Science & Polity is non-negotiable.

Grammar is
Free Marks

In Paper II, the 25 marks assigned to Grammar (Active/Passive, Direct/Indirect, clauses) are highly objective. Perfecting these can be the difference between selection and rejection.

Argue With
Structure

The 'Arguments For and Against' question in Paper II requires a highly specific format. You must present balanced, rational points devoid of extreme bias, reflecting officer-like qualities.

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