The notification for Recruitment of the SSC CPO 2020 exam was scheduled for April 17. The notification has not been published (Delayed) and therefore can be said to have been postponed due to COVID-19.
SSC CPO 2019 Notification: Important Dates
The important dates for the SSC CPO 2020 notification are indicated below :
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 17.04.2020 |
| Closing date for receipt of application | 16.05.2020 |
| Last date through SBI challan | To be Notified |
| Admit Card of Paper-I | 7-10 days before the exam |
| Paper-I | 28.09.2020 to 01.10 2020 |
| Admit Card of Paper-II | 7-10 days before the exam |
| Paper-II | 01.03.2021 |
Age criteria : SSC CPO 2020
The minimum and maximum age limit to apply for SSC CPO 2020 are:
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
Age Relaxation : SSC CPO 2020
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Jammu & Kashmir domiciled during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 (UR/GEN) | 5 years |
| Jammu & Kashmir domiciled during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 (OBC) | 8 years |
Educational Qualifications : SSC CPO 2020
A bachelor’s degree must be obtained from a recognized institute or equivalent
For the placement as Sub Inspector in Delhi Police (only) – Male candidates should hold a valid Driving License for LMV (Motorcycle and Car) as on the date set for Physical Endurance and Standard Tests.
Application Fee : SSC CPO
Applicants, with the exception of women / SC / ST, must pay a fee of Rs. 100/-
SSC CPO SI 2020 Salary
| Post Name | Level | Group | Salary/ Pay Scale |
| Sub Inspector in Delhi Police (Male/ Female) | 6 | ‘C’ Non-Gazetted | Rs. 35400-112400/- |
| Sub Inspector in CAPF | 6 | ‘B’ Non-Gazetted | Rs. 35400-112400/- |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector(ASI) in CISF | 6 | ‘C’ Non-Gazetted | Rs. 29200-92300/- |
Exam Pattern : SSC CPO 2019
The SSC CPO exam consists of the following stages:
- SSC CPO Paper I
- SSC CPO PET/PST
- SSC CPO Paper 2
- SSC CPO Medical Examination
SSC CPO Paper-1
The SSC CPO Paper I is the computer-based examination consisting of 4 sections with 50 questions in each to be completed in a total duration of 2 hours. The section wise distribution is given below:
| Part | Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| Part B | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Part C | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| Part D | English Comprehension | 50 | 50 |
- The questions in this paper will be of Objective Multiple Choice Type.
- Questions will be set in Hindi and English in Parts A, B and C of Paper I.
- Deduction of 0.25 marks will be made for each incorrect answer marked
- A Total Duration of Two Hours will be given to complete the entire Paper I.
Physical Standard Test (PST)/PET Is Mandatory
| Category of candidates | Height (in cms) | Chest (in cms ) | Chest (in cms ) |
| Unexpanded | Unexpanded | ||
| (i) For male candidates only GENERAL | 170 | 80 | 85 |
| For candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North-Eastern States and Sikkim | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| For all candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 | 77 | 82 |
| (ii) For Female candidates only GENERAL | 157 | – | – |
| For candidates belonging to Hill areas of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North-Eastern States and Sikkim | 155 | – | – |
| For all candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribe | 154 | – | – |
Physical Efficiency(Endurance) Test(PET) (For all posts)
Only candidates who have obtained marks higher than the Cut-Off marks fixed by the Commission in Paper I would be required to take the physical endurance test / medical examination.
For male candidates only
- 100 meters race in 16 seconds
- 1.6 Kms race in 6.5 minutes
- Long Jump : 3.65 metres in 3 chances
- High Jump : 1.2 metres in 3 chances
- Shot put (16 Lbs): 4.5 metres in 3 chances
For female candidates only
- 100 metres race in 18 seconds
- 800 metres race in 4 minutes
- Long Jump: 2.7 metres (9 feet) in 3 chances.
- High Jump : 0.9 metres (3 feet) in 3 chances.
Note: Only those candidates declared qualified in PET/ PST will be called for Paper-II and that the Medical Examination would be conducted subsequently.
SSC CPO Paper-2
The SSC CPO Paper 2 will comprise of 200 questions of English Language section for a total of 200 marks to be attempted in 2 hours. Check out below:
| Subject | Maximum Marks /Questions | Duration and timing |
|---|---|---|
| English language & Comprehension | 200 marks/200 questions | Two Hours |
- The questions in this paper will be of Objective Multiple Choice Type.
- Deduction of 0.25 marks will be made for each incorrect answer marked.
SSC CPO Medical Examination
- All the candidates who qualify in the PET will be medically examined by the Medical Officer of the CAPFs or any other Medical Officer or Assistant Surgeon belonging to Grade I of any Central/ State Govt. Hospital or Dispensary.
- Candidates who are found to be unfit will be informed of the position and they can make an appeal before Review Medical Board within the prescribed time limit of 15 days.
- The decision of Re-Medical Board/Review Medical Board will be final and no appeal/ representation against the decision of the medical Board/Review Medical Board will be entertained.
Final Selection / Merit SSC CPO :
The merit list will be drawn on the basis of marks obtained by the candidates in the Written Examination and Physical Efficiency Test.
Eye sight
- The minimum distant vision should be 6/6 and 6/9 of two eyes without wearing of glasses.
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