The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the e-Admit Card for the Physical Standards Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026 on 30 September 2026 on the official website upsconline.gov.in. The PST/PET begins from 13 October 2026 at various centres across India. The recruitment is for 349 Assistant Commandant (Group A) vacancies in the Central Armed Police Forces under the Ministry of Home Affairs. The written examination for this recruitment was held on 19 July 2026. Candidates shortlisted from the written examination can now download their individual e-admit card using their application number and password or date of birth along with the security pin.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must do immediately. First, the PST/PET starts on 13 October 2026 – that is just 13 days away. Download your e-admit card right now and verify every detail including your test date, reporting time and test centre address. Second, requests to change the PST/PET centre or date will NOT be accepted under any circumstances. Report to the centre and on the date printed on your individual admit card. Third, download and print 2 to 3 copies of the e-admit card. Keep one for use at the test centre and retain the others for your records throughout the remaining stages of the selection process.
UPSC CAPF AC PET Admit Card 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Examination | Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026 |
| Post | Assistant Commandant (Group A) |
| Forces | Central Armed Police Forces under Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Total Vacancies | 349 |
| Current Stage | Physical Standards Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) |
| Admit Card Released | 30 September 2026 |
| PST/PET Start Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 19 July 2026 |
| Login Credentials | Application Number + Date of Birth or Password + Security Pin |
| Official Website | upsconline.gov.in |
UPSC CAPF AC PET Admit Card 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | 19 July 2026 |
| PST/PET Admit Card Released | 30 September 2026 |
| PST/PET Begins | 13 October 2026 |
| PST/PET End Date | To be confirmed on upsconline.gov.in |
How to Download the UPSC CAPF AC PET Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsconline.gov.in.
- Find the “Latest News” section on the right side of the homepage.
- Go to Examinations, then Active Examinations, and click on “Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination.”
- You will be directed to the login window.
- Enter your Application Number and your Password or Date of Birth.
- Scroll down the table and click the e-Admit Card link for PST/PET.
- Enter the Security Pin shown on the page and click Submit.
- Your e-admit card will appear on screen.
- Verify all details: name, application number, test date, reporting time and test centre address.
- Download the PDF and take 2 to 3 clear printouts on A4 paper.
Login Options Available:
- Mobile Number with OTP
- URN (User Registration Number) with Password
- Email ID with Password
Details on the UPSC CAPF AC PET Admit Card 2026
Verify all the following details after downloading:
| Detail | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Candidate Name and Photograph | Must match your application |
| Application Number | Note carefully |
| Post | Assistant Commandant (Group A) |
| Stage | PST/PET |
| Test Date | On or after 13 October 2026 (your individual date) |
| Reporting Time | As specified on your card |
| Test Centre Name and Address | Verify and plan travel to arrive early |
| Exam Day Instructions | Read all instructions on the admit card before test day |
About UPSC CAPF AC Examination 2026
The UPSC CAPF (AC) Examination recruits Assistant Commandants (Group A Gazetted Officers) for the Central Armed Police Forces: BSF (Border Security Force), CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force), CISF (Central Industrial Security Force), ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) and SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The selection process has three stages: Stage I (Written Examination – Paper I General Ability and Intelligence + Paper II General Studies, Essay and Comprehension), Stage II (PST/PET) and Stage III (Interview/Personality Test). Candidates must clear each stage to proceed to the next.
Documents to Carry to the PST/PET Centre
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| UPSC CAPF AC PET e-Admit Card | Printed hard copy (A4). Carry multiple copies. |
| Original valid Photo ID | Any government-issued photo identity: Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence |
| Any other document | As specifically mentioned on your individual admit card |
Important Instructions for PST/PET Candidates
- Download and print the e-admit card well before 13 October 2026. Do not wait until the last day.
- Report to the PST/PET centre before the reporting time mentioned on your admit card.
- Centre and date change requests will not be entertained under any circumstances.
- Carry the printed admit card with original photo ID. Entry without both is not permitted.
- Follow all instructions printed on the admit card.
- Wear comfortable sportswear suitable for physical tests.
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches and all electronic gadgets are prohibited at the test centre.
- Monitor upsconline.gov.in for any further communications regarding the PST/PET schedule.
UPSC CAPF AC PET Admit Card 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download UPSC CAPF AC PET Admit Card 2026 (Login) | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
UPSC CAPF AC PET Admit Card 2026: FAQs
Q1. Has the UPSC CAPF AC PET Admit Card 2026 been released?
Yes. UPSC released the PST/PET e-admit card for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026 on 30 September 2026 at upsconline.gov.in.
Q2. When does the UPSC CAPF AC PST/PET begin?
The PST/PET begins on 13 October 2026 at various centres. The end date is not specified in the official notice.
Q3. How many vacancies are there in UPSC CAPF AC 2026?
349 Assistant Commandant (Group A) vacancies across Central Armed Police Forces under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Q4. Can I change my PST/PET centre or date?
No. Requests to change the PST/PET centre or date will not be accepted.
Q5. What are the login credentials for downloading the CAPF AC admit card?
Application Number + Password or Date of Birth + Security Pin. You can also log in using mobile number with OTP, URN with password or email ID with password.
Q6. What is the next stage after the PST/PET?
Interview/Personality Test. Candidates who clear the PST/PET stage are called for the Interview/Personality Test conducted by UPSC.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official UPSC CAPF AC PST/PET Admit Card release notification dated 30 September 2026 published on upsconline.gov.in for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026. Candidates must download their individual e-admit card from the official UPSC website. JobShouter is not associated with UPSC. This article is for informational purposes only.
