Job Description
Overview
The Directorate General Border Security Force under the Ministry of Home Affairs has officially announced the commencement of the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1167 vacant positions for Sub-Inspector General Duty roles across major central armed police forces including BSF, CRPF, SSB, and ITBP. Departmental personnel seeking career progression can utilize this opportunity to step into supervisory law enforcement roles with comprehensive compensation and allowances.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain internal security, border surveillance, and law and order across designated operational zones.
- Supervise subordinate personnel during routine patrols, tactical missions, and camp defense duties.
- Manage arms, ammunition, and logistical inventories assigned to the respective unit detachments.
- Coordinate intelligence gathering activities and report critical security incidents to superior commanders.
- Execute specialized operations, disaster response protocols, and anti-infiltration drills as directed.
- Conduct thorough investigations, maintain station diaries, and oversee administrative documentation for the unit.
Why Apply
Selected officers receive attractive monthly compensation under the central pay matrix along with risk allowances, uniform grants, and medical coverage. The career path offers structured promotions, high-level tactical training, and the satisfaction of safeguarding national borders and internal peace.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 12 November 2026
- Application Closing Date: 31 December 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 1167
- Pay Scale: Rs. 35400/- to Rs. 112400/-
- Location: Nationwide
- Category: Central Armed Police Forces
CAPF SI LDCE Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
| Force | Gender | SC | ST | UR | Total | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSF | Male | 33 | 17 | 173 | 223 | 235 |
| Female | 2 | 1 | 9 | 12 | ||
| CRPF | Male | 52 | 26 | 269 | 347 | 377 |
| Female | 05 | 02 | 23 | 30 | ||
| SSB | Male/ Female | 19 | 9 | 97 | 125 | 125 |
| ITBP | Male/ Female | 56 | 32 | 342 | 430 | 430 |
| Grand Total | 1167 | |||||
How to Apply
- Review the official notification thoroughly via the BSF recruitment portal at https://bsf.mha.gov.in/ to ensure you satisfy all service and educational prerequisites.
- Access the online application registration link provided on the official departmental website during the active window.
- Complete the initial registration using your service credentials and personal information.
- Fill out the detailed application form accurately with your service history, educational qualifications, and preferred force allocations.
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and necessary certificates in the prescribed format.
- Review all entered data carefully before final submission to prevent discrepancies.
- Submit the application form and download or print a hard copy of the final confirmation page for your institutional records.
Cutoff Marks
Application Fee
Details regarding application fee structures, if applicable, can be verified directly from the official notification PDF released by the Directorate General Border Security Force.
Age Limit
Selection Process
The recruitment methodology involves a multi-stage evaluation process designed to test academic aptitude, physical endurance, and medical fitness. Candidates must qualify through each successive tier to be considered for final appointment.
The initial phase comprises a Computer-Based Test featuring objective type multiple-choice questions covering reasoning, comprehension, numerical ability, and professional knowledge. Successful qualifiers move forward to the Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test.
The final stages include rigorous medical examinations and detailed document verification to ensure all eligibility claims align with official standards.
Exam Pattern
The online computer-based examination consists of one comprehensive paper carrying a total of 200 marks, scheduled for a duration of 3 hours and 30 minutes. The assessment is divided into four primary sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning, Comprehension and Communication Skill, Numerical Ability, and General Awareness along with Professional Knowledge, each carrying 50 marks.
