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UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020 Result: Union Public Service Commission has invited online applications for the post of Assistant Commandant (AC) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) like BSF, CISF CRPF, ITBP, SSB. Eligible candidates can apply online from the website @upsconline.nic.in for UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020 (Group A) starting from August 18, 2020. Check all the details related to UPSC Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2020 like Notification PDF, How to apply, Important Dates, Application Fees, Selection Process, Exam Pattern, Age Limit, Educational Qualification, Physical Test, Previous Papers, Previous Year Cutoffs, Syllabus, Exam Date, etc.
UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020 Result @upsc.gov.in
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020
www.HaryanaJobs.in
Hiring Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Post Name | Assistant Commandant (AC) |
Total Vacancies | 209 |
Salary/ Pay Scale | Rs. 56100- 177500/- (PB: 3) |
Job Posting/ Location | All India |
Job Type | Centre Govt Job |
Last Date to Apply | 7 Sep 2020 |
Organization URL | www.upsc.gov.in |
β Important Dates for UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020
Apply Start Date | 18 August 2020 |
Last Date to Apply | 7 September 2020 |
Exam Date | 20 December 2020 |
β Vacancy Details of UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020
CAPF | No of Vacancies |
---|---|
BSF | 78 |
CISF | 69 |
CRPF | 13 |
ITBP | 27 |
SSB | 22 |
Total | 209 |
β Eligibility for UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020
- Age Limit: 20-25 Years (On 1 Aug 2020) [born not earlier than 2nd August 1995 and not later than 1st August 2000]
- Qualification: Graduate
β Application Fees
Category | Application Fees |
---|---|
UR/ OBC/ EWS | Rs. 200/- |
SC/ ST/ Female | Rs. 0/- |
Mode of Payment | Online |
β How to Apply for UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020
Follow these Steps to Apply for UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020
- Read the Notification and Check Eligibility
- Complete the one-time registration process @www.upsconline.nic.in
- Login to Apply Online for UPSC Assistant Commandant Vacancy 2020
- Fill the application Form
- Upload the required documents
- Pay application fees
- Print application form
- Click here to check the detailed instruction on How to Apply for UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020.
β Selection Process of UPSC Assistant Commandant 2020
The Selection Process of UPSC Assistant Commandant Form 2020 includes the following stages:
- Written Exam (Paper I: 250 Marks + Paper II: 200 Marks) (Same Day)
- Physical Standards/ Physical Efficiency Test
- Medical Examination
- Interview/ Personality Test (150 Marks)
- Merit List (Out of 600 Marks)
β Exam Pattern of UPSC Assistant Commandant
UPSC Assistant Commandant Paper I Exam Pattern:
- Type of Exam: Objective Type Multiple Choice
- Time Duration of Exam: 2 Hours
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd
- Qualifying Marks: Will be fixed by the UPSC.
Subject | Questions | Marks |
---|---|---|
General Mental Ability, General Science, Current Events of National and International Importance, Indian Polity & Economy, History of India, Indian and World Geography | 125 | 250 |
UPSC Assistant Commandant Paper II Exam Pattern:
- Type of Exam: Subjective
- Time Duration of Exam: 3 Hours
- Qualifying Marks: Will be fixed by the UPSC.
Subject | Marks |
---|---|
Essay (English/ Hindi) | 80 Marks |
Comprehension (English) | 120 Marks |
Total | 200 Marks |
β UPSC Assistant Commandant Syllabus
UPSC Assistant Commandant Paper I Syllabus:
General Mental Ability: The questions will be designed to test the logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude including numerical ability, and data interpretation.
General Science: The questions will be set to test general awareness, scientific temper, comprehension and appreciation of scientific phenomena of everyday observation including new areas of importance like Information Technology, Biotechnology, Environmental Science.
Current Events of National and International Importance: The questions will test the candidatesβ awareness of current events of national and international importance in the broad areas of culture, music, arts, literature, sports, governance, societal and developmental issues, industry, business, globalization, and interplay among nations.
Indian Polity and Economy: The questions shall aim to test candidatesβ knowledge of the Countryβs political system and the Constitution of India, social systems and public administration, economic development in India, regional and international security issues and human rights including its indicators.
History of India: The questions will broadly cover the subject in its social, economic and political aspects. This shall also include the areas of growth of nationalism and freedom movement.
Indian and World Geography: The questions shall cover the physical, social and economic aspects of geography pertaining to India and the World
UPSC Assistant Commandant Paper II Syllabus:
PartβA β Essay questions which are to be answered in the long narrative form either in Hindi or English totaling 80 Marks. The indicative topics are modern Indian history especially of the freedom struggle, geography, polity and economy, knowledge of security and human rights issues, and analytical ability.
PartβB β Comprehension, prΓ©cis writing, other communications/language skills β to be attempted in English only (Marks 120) β The topics are Comprehension passages, prΓ©cis writing, developing counter arguments, simple grammar and other aspects of language testing.
β UPSC AC 2020 PST/ PET
UPSC Assistant Commandant Physical Standards Test (PST):
PST | Men | Women |
---|---|---|
Height | 165 cm | 157 cm |
Chest | 81 + 5 cm | NA |
Weight | 50 Kg | 46 Kg |
UPSC Assistant Commandant Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
PET | Men | Women |
---|---|---|
100 Meter Race | 16 Seconds | 18 Seconds |
800 Meter Race | 3 Minutes 45 Seconds | 4 Minutes 45 Seconds |
Long Jump | 3.5 Meter | 3 Meter |
Shot Put (7.26 Kg) | 4.5 Meter | NA |
β UPSC Assistant Commandant Interview/ Personality Test
Candidates who are declared qualified in the Medical Standards Tests will be called for Interview/ Personality Test to be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. Candidates who are declared medically unfit but allowed to appear before the βReview Medical Boardβ on their appeal by the Appellate Authority will be called for Interview/Personality Tests provisionally. The Interview/Personality Test will carry 150 Marks.
Candidates who are short-listed for the Interview/ Personality Test, including those shortlisted for Interview/Personality Test provisionally will be issued a Detailed Application Form (DAF) in which among other things, they will be required to indicate their preference of Forces.
β UPSC ACs Final Selection/ Merit
The merit list will be drawn on the basis of marks obtained by the candidates in the Written Examination and Interview/Personality Test.
β UPSC Assistant Commandant Previous Year Question Papers
Download the PDF file of the Previous Year Papers of UPSC Assistant Commandant:
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β UPSC Assistant Commandant Salary/ Pay Scale
The Salary/ pay scale of UPSC Assistant Commandant is Rs. 56100- 177500/- (Pay Band: 3)

β UPSC Assistant Commandant Previous Year Cutoff
UPSC Assistant Commandant Previous Year Cutoff for UPSC AC 2018:
Cat | Paper I (Out of 250 marks) | Paper I+II (Out of 450 Marks) | Final Cutoff (Out of 600 marks) |
---|---|---|---|
Gen | 95.04 | 166 | 282 |
OBC | 93.66 | 163 | 281 |
SC | 78.51 | 142 | 255 |
ST | 76.45 | 136 | 251 |
ESM | 25.48 | 58 | 169 |
UPSC Assistant Commandant Previous Year Cutoff for UPSC AC 2017:
Cat | Paper I (Out of 250 marks) | Paper I+II (Out of 450 Marks) | Final Cutoff (Out of 600 marks) |
---|---|---|---|
Gen | 123.65 | 206 | 316 |
OBC | 123.65 | 206 | 316 |
SC | 111.55 | 189 | 295 |
ST | 109.54 | 189 | 299 |
ESM | 38.31 | 84 | 183 |
β Important Links
β Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)
β What is UPSC Assistant Commandant?
βοΈ UPSC Assistant Commandant Exam is for the selection of Group A Officers in the Central Armed Police Forces like BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB for the post of Assistant Commandant which is equivalent to the rank of ACP/ DSP of Police
β How to apply for UPSC Assistant Commandant?
βοΈ Apply Online for UPSC Assistant Commandant through the website www.upsconline.nic.in
β What is the age limit and Qualification to apply for UPSC ACs?
βοΈ Age limit is 20-25 Years and the candidates should be graduate.
β Can Females apply for UPSC Assistant Commandant?
βοΈ Yes, UPSC Assistant Commandant Job is for both Male and Female.
β What is the selection process of UPSC Assistant Commandant?
βοΈ The selection process of UPSC Assistant Commandant includes Written Exam, Physical Test, and Interview.