• CAPFs covered: BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB; plus Assam Rifles + SSF
• PET: 5 km in 24 min (men), 1.6 km in 8.5 min (women)
• PST: height 170 cm men / 157 cm women (varies by category)
• Medical: vision, BP, hearing, BMI standards
• Cut-off post + state-specific

1. Written result + answer key — ssc.gov.in.
2. PET call — For shortlisted candidates.
3. PST measurements — Strict standards; no leniency.
4. Medical examination — Detailed: vision, BP, BMI, mental.
5. Medical rejection appeal — Within 42 days to AMB at CAPF hospital.
6. DV + final merit — Last stage.

• Roll number
• Aadhaar
• Original certificates (caste, age, etc.)
• Medical history (if appealing)

• PET timing dispute — RTI for stop-watch protocol + alternative timing methods.
• PST measurement — height measurement variance; demand re-measurement.
• Medical rejection without reason — appeal to AMB; RTI for medical board minutes.
• Final merit position dispute — RTI for tie-breaking criteria.

Most “delays” or “rejections” clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:

1. Status of my application no. _____ dated _____ as on date.
2. Name + designation of dealing officer assigned to my file.
3. Reasons for delay beyond the statutory timeline.
4. Copy of any noting / movement of my file in the past 30 days.
5. Likely date of resolution / decision.

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Distant: 6/6 + 6/9 (minimum). Glasses allowed; LASIK conditionally.

Restricted to non-visible areas (chest covered by uniform). RTI for exact policy.

For specific states (NE, J&K) + categories. Verify with notification.

No — AMB appeal within 42 days. Independent doctors.

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Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.