UPSC CAPF AC Exam Timetable for 2025: Examine Shift Schedules and Key Directives
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the detailed guidelines for the UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant (AC) Exam 2025. Here's a summary of the key points:
Exam Date and Timings
The UPSC CAPF AC Exam 2025 is scheduled for August 3, 2025, and will be conducted in two shifts.
- Paper 1 (General Ability & Intelligence, objective type) will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
- Paper 2 (General Studies, Essay & Comprehension, descriptive type) will be conducted from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Reporting Time and Gate Closure
Candidates are expected to reach their allotted exam centre at least 60 minutes before the exam starts. Entry to the exam hall will be closed 30 minutes before the scheduled start. This means candidates should arrive by 9:30 AM for the forenoon shift and by 1:30 PM for the afternoon shift.
Documents to Carry
Candidates must carry the following documents to the exam centre:
- A printed copy of the UPSC CAPF Admit Card 2025.
- An original valid photo ID proof mentioned in the admit card (such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Passport).
- Printout of the "Important Instructions to the Candidate" document provided with the admit card.
Other Important Guidelines
- Only a black ballpoint pen is allowed for answering on the OMR sheet.
- Candidates should ensure their signature and photographs on the admit card match those on the ID proof.
- Prohibited items include electronic gadgets, calculators, notes, and study material.
- Dress code advises avoiding caps, watches, and clothes with large buttons or badges.
- Medium for Essay writing must be the one opted by the candidate and allowed by the Commission; other descriptive components will be in English only.
- Use of unfair means will result in immediate disqualification.
It is important to note that missing admission or reporting deadlines, or violating any guidelines may result in non-entry or cancellation of candidature. Candidates are advised to download their admit cards by visiting the official website upsc.gov.in. They should also carry two recent passport-sized photographs as per the admit card specifications.
Candidates should arrive at their allotted centre well before the gates close and should complete entry formalities. Candidates must carry their own clipboard/hardboard with nothing pre-written on it.
These guidelines ensure smooth conduct and proper identification during the examination process. Candidates should strictly adhere to them to avoid disqualification or entry denial. Electronic devices such as mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, or gadgets of any kind are strictly prohibited.
Engaging in career development and learning opportunities, aspirants should prepare diligently for the UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant (AC) Exam 2025, which focuses on education-and-self-development. On August 3, 2025, the exam will be conducted in two shifts, where Paper 1 (General Ability & Intelligence) runs from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, and Paper 2 (General Studies, Essay & Comprehension) happens from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Candidates are expected to comply with the strict guidelines, such as carrying the necessary documents, arriving early, and strictly adhering to the dress code, to ensure a successful and smooth examination process.
