The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the e-admit card for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) PST/PET stage on 30 September 2026; the Physical Standards Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) are scheduled to begin on 13 October 2026. Shortlisted candidates must download their admit card from the UPSC online portal using the prescribed login options, verify all details, and carry printed copies to the test centre.
Admit Card Release and Exam Schedule
The admit card for candidates shortlisted to appear in the PST and PET has been made available online. The physical tests will be conducted at various centres starting 13 October 2026; requests to change test centre or date will not be accepted.
Quick overview
The table below summarises key particulars of the CAPF (AC) PST/PET admit card release and related exam details.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026 |
| Conducting body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post | Assistant Commandant (Group A) |
| Forces | Central Armed Police Forces under the Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Number of vacancies | 349 |
| Stage covered | PST / PET |
| Admit card status | Released |
| Admit card release date | 30 September 2026 |
| PST/PET start date | 13 October 2026 |
| Mode of availability | Online, PDF |
| Login details required | Application number, date of birth or password, and security pin |
| Official website | upsconline.gov.in |
Important Dates
Key dates related to the CAPF (AC) selection process are listed below for candidate reference.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Written examination | 19 July 2026 |
| PST/PET admit card release | 30 September 2026 |
| PST/PET begins | 13 October 2026 |
How to download the admit card
Candidates can access and download the e-admit card from the UPSC online portal by following the prescribed procedure below.
- Visit the UPSC online portal at https://upsconline.gov.in.
- Locate the “Latest News” section on the homepage and open Examinations > Active examinations > Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination.
- Use the login window to enter your application number and your password or date of birth.
- Scroll to the relevant table and click the e-Admit Card link.
- Enter the security pin shown on the page and submit to view the admit card.
- Download and save the PDF; check all details carefully and take two to three printouts for the test centre.
Login options and required details
Candidates may use the available login methods or required fields to retrieve the admit card.
- Primary required fields: application number plus password or date of birth, and the security pin.
- Alternative login options include: mobile number with OTP, URN with password, or email ID with password.
Instructions for candidates
Candidates should follow these instructions after downloading the admit card and before appearing for the tests.
- Carry the printed admit card to the PST/PET centre and follow every instruction printed on it.
- Requests to change the PST/PET centre or date will not be accepted.
- Download the admit card well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.
- Recheck all personal and exam details on the admit card immediately after download.
Official links
Use the official links below to download the admit card and to access the UPSC portal.
- Direct link to the CAPF (AC) PST/PET admit card PDF: https://img2.freejobalert.com/news/2026/09/654654-6abce69a5f2b558928322.pdf
- UPSC online portal: https://upsconline.gov.in
