What is the starting in-hand salary for UPSC Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF AC)?

As per the 7th CPC Matrix Level 10, the starting basic pay is ₹56,100. With Dearness Allowance (55% DA), House Rent Allowance (up to 30% for X-cities), and Transport Allowance minus NPS/PF deductions, the net monthly in-hand salary comes to approximately ₹1,05,129.

What is the negative marking and question pattern for UPSC Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF AC)?

The exam paper consists of 125 multiple-choice questions for a duration of 120 minutes. Candidates receive +2 marks for each correct response, while 0.66 marks are deducted for every incorrect attempt. Unattempted questions carry zero penalty.

What are the age limits and relaxation criteria for UPSC Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF AC)?

General (Unreserved) candidates must be between 20 and 25 years of age. OBC category candidates receive a 3-year upper age relaxation, and SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year upper age relaxation as per Government of India / State Government rules.

How does the 8th Pay Commission fitment factor impact the Assistant Commandant (BSF / CRPF / CISF / ITBP / SSB) salary?

If the 8th Pay Commission implements a projected fitment factor between 1.92x and 2.86x, the basic pay for Level 10 (currently ₹56,100) is projected to rise to between ₹1,07,712 and ₹1,60,446, dramatically boosting future gross pension and retirement benefits.

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Key Exam Attribute	Official Parameter & Benchmark
Exam / Cadre Name	UPSC Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF AC)
Conducting Body	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
7th CPC Pay Level	Pay Level 10 (Grade Pay ₹5400)
Starting Basic Pay	₹56,100
Estimated In-Hand Salary	₹1,05,129 / month (Metro)
Total Questions & Time	125 Qs in 120 Minutes
Marking Scheme	+2 Positive \| -0.66 Negative
Typing Test Speed	Not Applicable (No DEST typing test)
Age Criteria (General/UR)	20 to 25 Years

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Days Remaining for Exam60 Days

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Daily Study Hours6 Hours/Day

2 Hours (Working Aspirant)6-8 Hours (Recommended)14 Hours (Intensive)

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