UPSC CAPF AC Exam Pattern 2022, Check subject-wise pattern, marking scheme, and important topics here

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UPSC CAPF AC Exam Pattern: The Union Public Service Commission conducts UPSC CAPF AC Exam every year. Lakhs of aspirants appear for this exam while only a few are finally selected for the post of Assistant Commandant in CAPF. UPSC has explained UPSC CAPF AC exam pattern in detail in the official notification for the exam. There are three stages in the complete recruitment process. The written exam is the first stages and consists of two papers.

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UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern 2022

CAPF Exam is conducted in three stages written exam, physical ability test and interview. Written test in pen and paper-based. It is conducted in two stages, where candidates are tested on their knowledge and analytical skills, along with their ability to write and frame answers.
 


UPSC CAPF AC Exam Pattern: Written Test

Below is the CAPF exam pattern for the written exam. It comprises 2 Papers both in written format.
 
Paper Duration  Questions  Marks  Reason
Paper-I  2.5 Hours 
 
General Ability and Intelligence.
125 250
 
Negative marking: 1/3rd marks will be deducted if the wrong answer marked)
Tests the general ability and intelligence of the candidates based on MCQ format. 
Paper-II 3 Hours 
General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension 
Descriptive 200 
No Negative Marking
 
Descriptive in nature and tests the language proficiency of the candidate.
 


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UPSC CAPF AC Exam Pattern: Physical Ability Test

This test is meant to access the physical suitability of candidates for paramilitary forces. There are set parameters that a candidate must meet, otherwise, his candidature is rejected. As per UPSC Official notification, a candidate must meet medical criteria and pass Physical Efficiency Tests (PET).            :

Physical Efficiency Tests (PET)             Males                          
 
Females
(a) 100 Meters race In 16 seconds In 18 seconds
(b) 800 Meters race In 3 minutes 45 seconds In 4 minutes 45 seconds
(c) Long Jump 3.5 Meters (3 chances) 3.0 meters(3 chances)
(d) Shot Put (7.26 Kgs.) 4.5 Meters
 
 
  

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UPSC CAPF AC Exam Pattern: Interview/Personality Test

Candidates who is found medically fit can appear for an interview, this round carries a total of 150 marks.
 
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UPSC CAPF AC Exam Pattern: Final Selection / Merit List

The merit list will be drawn on the basis of marks obtained by the candidates in the Written Examination and Interview/Personality Test.
 

UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern 2022: Marking Scheme

The CAPF exam’s marking scheme is given in the official notification, as per UPSC the marking scheme is give below:
Paper Marks 
Paper-I  250
 
Negative marking: 1/3rd marks will be deducted if the wrong answer marked)
Paper-II 200 
No Negative Marking
General Studies, Essay and Comprehension Part-A:- 80 marks
Part-B – Comprehension, précis writing, other communications/language skills – to be attempted in English only (Marks 120)
 
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UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern will help one to analyze his or her weak points. We suggest candidates must begin preparation now and focus on fundamentals along with physical fitness in order to crack this examination.
 

UPSC CAPF AC Syllabus

Interested candidates must have in-depth knowledge of the syllabus and should be aware of the latest trends in questions. Candidates can check the detailed exam syllabus here. Broadly the topics asked in the exam will be as following.

UPSC CAPF AC Syllabus: Paper I

  1. General Mental Ability- The questions will be designed to test logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude including numerical ability, and data interpretation.
  2. General Science -The questions will be set to test general awareness, scientific temper, comprehension and appreciation of scientific phenomena of everyday observation including new areas of importance like Information Technology, Biotechnology, Environmental Science.
  3. Current Events of National and International Importance- The questions will test the candidates’ awareness of current events of national and international importance in the broad areas of culture, music, arts, literature, sports, governance, societal and developmental issues, industry, business, globalisation, and interplay among nations.
  4. Indian Polity and Economy: The questions shall aim to test candidates’ knowledge of the Country’s political system and the Constitution of India, social systems and public administration, economic development in India, regional and international security issues and human rights including its indicators.
  5. History of India : The questions will broadly cover the subject in its social, economic and political aspects. This shall also include the areas of growth of nationalism and freedom movement.
  6.  Indian and World Geography: The questions shall cover the physical, social and economic aspects of geography pertaining to India and the World.

UPSC CAPF Syllabus Paper II 

General Studies, Essay, and Comprehension Part-A – Essay questions which are to be answered in long narrative form either in Hindi or English totaling 80 Marks. The indicative topics are modern Indian history especially of the freedom struggle, geography, polity and economy, knowledge of security and human rights issues, and analytical ability.
Part-B – Comprehension, précis writing, other communications/language skills – to be attempted in English only (Marks 120) – The topics are Comprehension passages, précis writing, developing counter arguments, simple grammar, and other aspects of language testing
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UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern will help one to analyze his or her weak points. We suggest candidates must begin preparation now and focus on fundamentals along with physical fitness in order to crack this examination.
 

CAPF Exam 2022 Marking Pattern

The second paper of the UPSC CAPF consists of 125 multiple-choice questions worth a total of 250 points.

Negative marking is only permitted on Paper 1. The following list of bullet points provides a full explanation of the marking system:
  • 1/3 of the total marks will be deducted for each incorrect response.
  • Even if both of the answers to a question are accurate, it will be deemed the incorrect response and a third of the points will be taken away.
  • No deduction is made if a question is not answered.
  • There are 6 questions in Paper 2, a descriptive paper, and a total of 200 points are available.
  • Negative grading is not applicable for Paper 2.
  • The interview portion of the third round carries 150 points.


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What is the UPSC CAPF Exam date?

UPSC CAPF Exam is scheduled to be conducted on – 8TH AUGUST, 2022.

Is CAPF Exam postponed?

No exam will be conducted on originally scheduled dates.

What are the organizations under CAPF?

Following organizations come under CAPF:
  1. BSF
  2. CRPF
  3. CISF
  4.  ITBP
  5.  SSB

What is the age limit for CAPF Exam?

A candidate in the age group of 20 to 25 years can apply for the CAPF exam.
 

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