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CAPF Exam Pattern 2024 - Check Written Exam, PET & Medical Standards

CAPF Exam Pattern 2024 - Check Written Exam, PET & Medical Standards

Edited By Vishnukumar | Updated on Apr 24, 2024 12:26 PM IST | #UPSC CAPF

UPSC prescribed the CAPF 2024 exam pattern in the official notification which is released on April 24, 2024 at upsc.gov.in. The UPSC CAPF exam pattern 2024 consists of the subjects on which the question paper will be based, the marking scheme, stages, mode of the exam etc. Candidates planning to participate in the CAPF exam, must refer to the CAPF paper pattern 2024 to know all the aspects related to the examination.

Along with the exam pattern, aspirants are also advised to check the CAPF syllabus, and to plan and streamline the preparation strategy. In this article on CAPF 2024 paper pattern, candidates can check the detailed CAPF 2024 exam pattern, preparation tips and more details to prepare for the CAPF 2024 efficiently.

UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern 2024 - Overview

Candidates can check some basic highlights of UPSC CAPF exam here.

Selection

  • Written test - Paper 1 based on General Ability and Intelligence (Objective) and Paper 2 based on General Studies, Essay and Comprehension (descriptive)

  • Physical Ability Test

  • Interview/Personality Test

Negative Marking

Only for Paper 1 of first-round; (0.33) marks deducted for each wrong answer

CAPF exam pattern 2024 - Stages

  • CAPF written test

  • CAPF PET & Medical Standards Tests

CAPF Exam Pattern 2024: Written Test

The first stage of the CAPF exam consists of two papers. The CAPF paper 1 has multiple choice questions while paper 2 has descriptive size questions. From the following table, aspirants can check the CAPF 2024 exam pattern for written tests.

Exam pattern of CAPF 2024 - Paper 1

Particulars

Details

Number of Questions

200

Type of Questions

MCQ

Duration

2 hours

Total Marks

250 marks

Exam pattern of CAPF 2024 - Paper 2

Particulars

Details

Number of Questions

6

Type of Questions

Descriptive

Duration

3 hours

Total Marks

200 marks

CAPF Marking Scheme 2024

As per the CAPF marking scheme, paper 1 will be held for a total of 250 marks while paper 2 200 marks. In the CAPF paper 1 marking scheme, there is a CAPF negative marking for paper 1 only. According to the CAPF negative marking, 1/3rd of marks will be deducted for wrong answers.

CAPF Exam Pattern 2024: PET & Medical Standards Tests

Aspirants who qualify in the first stage are eligible to appear in the second stage. The second stage of the CAPF exam consists of the physical tests. The physical test will have a race, long jump and various other physical activities. From the following table, aspirants can check the CAPF 2024 exam pattern for the physical tests.

CAPF 2024 exam pattern - Physical tests

Particulars

Male

Female

100 Meters Race

In 16 seconds

In 18 seconds

800 Meters Race

In 3 minutes 45 seconds

In 4 minutes 45 seconds

Long Jump

3.5 Meters (3 Chances)

3.0 meters (3 chances)

Shot Put (7.26 Kgs.)

4.5 Meters

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CAPF syllabus 2024

The Commission prescribed the latest CAPF syllabus in its official CAPF notification. The syllabus of CAPF 2024 consists of the subject, topics and sub topics on which the exam will be based. Aspirants preparing for the exam can go through the detailed CAPF syllabus. The CAPF paper 1 accordingly consists of General Ability and Intelligence, while the paper 2 as consists of General Studies, Essay and Comprehension.

Also read:

CAPF result 2024

CAPF cut off 2024

CAPF eligibility criteria 2024

CAPF preparation tips 2024

UPSC CAPF exam is one of the most toughest and prestigious exams in India as approximately 3 lac candidates appear for the UPSC CAPF exam for the Assistant Commandant post. From this article, candidates can check the CAPF preparation tips 2024 -

  • Plan the CAPF preparations around the exam pattern and the syllabus.

  • Refer to the previous year CAPF question papers and solve them on a regular basis.

  • Give mock tests to know preparation level and work on strong and weak sections.

  • Refer to the best books of CAPF and don't shift books and study materials randomly.

  • Focus on time management skills as there is a specific time duration for the exam.

  • Follow a healthy routine.

  • Eat healthy food, meditate and take short breaks to rejuvenate.

  • Read topper interviews to get an idea about their preparation levels and study materials.

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CAPF question papers 2024

UPSC releases the official CAPF question papers 2024 for both papers a few days after the exam is conducted at upsc.gov.in. Candidates can download the question papers to prepare for the future attempts of the exam. With the help of the question papers they will be able to know the important questions and topics on which the question paper will be based.

CAPF answer key 2024

UPSC releases the answer key in online mode however, various coaching institutes release the offline answer key on the same day of the exam. Union Public Service Commission releases the official UPSC CAPF answer key after the recruitment process is over on the official website upsc.gov.in. Candidates appearing in the exam can download the answer key to check the correct and incorrect responses. Based on the correct and incorrect answers candidates can calculate their probable score.

Also read:

CAPF full form 2024

CAPF application form 2024

CAPF admit card 2024

CAPF books 2024

Candidates preparing for the exam must refer to the best books of CAPF to enrich their knowledge and preparation. Before selecting the best books they must also know the subject wise books, best authors and publishers.

CAPF best books 2024

CAPF Books

Authors/ Publishers

UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant Exam Practice Workbook

Kiran Prakashan

CAPF Assistant Commandant (AC) Exam

Arihant Books

UPSC CAPF (AC) Examination

Lucent Publication

Sachchidananda Books

UPSC Portal

CAPF Commandants (AC) Examination

Ramesh Publishing House

History

Spectrum


Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

1. Do questions repeat in the CAPF exam?

Yes, it can repeat but the chances are very less.

2. How many parts are there in Paper II of CAPF syllabus?

There are two parts in the paper 2 of CAPF syllabus - General Ability and Intelligence.

3. What type of questions are asked in the CAPF interview?

There are various questions asked in the CAPF interview like - personal details, current events etc.

4. Is the CAPF exam tough?

Yes, it is a bit tough, but if aspirants have prepared for the exam efficiently, they can qualify the exam easily.

5. Is Ncert enough for CAPF?

Yes, but aspirants will also require some supplementary books as well.

6. How many stages are there in the CAPF exam?

There are three stages in the CAPF exam - written test, physical test and interview.

7. Is there negative marking in the CAPF exam?

Yes, there is negative marking in the CAPF exam, paper 1 written test.

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Questions related to UPSC CAPF

Have a question related to UPSC CAPF ?

Hello aspirant,

UPSC CAPF 2024 eligibility criteria is given below.

Candidates must be between the age group of 20 to 25 years. They must complete their Graduation. The candidates must be Indian Citizens.

Age relaxation is given to reservation categories. So, you are eligible for UPSC CAPF 2024 because you'll be in your 20's by then.

You can get more information about UPSC CAPF eligibility criteria using below mentioned link.

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/upsc-capf-2024

You can check the syllabus for UPSC CAPF using below given link.

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/upsc-capf-2024#toc_7

Hope this information helps you.

Thank you

Sree 05 September,2023

Hello,

Human body needs adequate amount of rest to keep it functioning well for  a longer period of time. It requires high maintenance.
When we exhaust it more than its capacity we are damaging it and studying for 18 hours out of 24 hrs is exhausting our body. But there are few students who claim that they study for 18 hrs, but it is not meant for everyone.

Everyone has different strategy and brain. Some people get thorough with the concepts even in just one go but there might be people who need more than a day to get through the topic. So the duration for how long you study does not matters, what matters is that you get well to the concept you read.

So it is not important to study for 18 hrs.

Hope it helps.

All the Best!!

Dear Student ,

Age criteria for UPSC CAPF AC 2022 exam is between 20-25 years and as per your DOB you'll be nearly 25 years of age at the time of openings of application forms which is mostly in April, 2022(Tentative) .

But , be aware to check the age criteria more accurately as per the required date .

For more details, you may refer this and can get latest updates about this exam :

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/capf-notification

Hope this helps !


Hi!!!

Hope you are doing well.

Sorry to say but you are not eligible for UPSC CAPF exam. The limits of refractive errors permitted is -4.00 D (including cylinder) Myopia +4.00 D (including cylinder) Hypermetropia.

Hope you are clear now. Feel free to ask if you have any other queries. All The Best!!!

Dear aspirant !

Hope you are doing great ! Asthma now has become a very common disease ,it can be due to pollution or genetic problem or whatever is the cause is not our topic of today ,our topic is that you will be eligible for that upsc or not ,then don't worry ,ashtma is a very injurious to health ,neither it spread ,also you don't have any symptoms now ,so after a test which you know for asthma testing ,then you will eligible ,don't be panic and take stress ,you are surely eligible . Focus on your preparation now instead of taking stress

For more information about upsc cafc visit our link given below -;

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/capf .

Hopefully it helps you!!

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