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CAPF Result 2025: Date, Steps to Download, Answer Key, Scorecard

CAPF result 2025 will be released a few weeks after the conclusion of the exam. Students will be able to download the CAPF AC Result from the official website of UPSC.
UPSC CAPF Result 2025

UPSC CAPF Result 2025

CAPF Result 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will announce the UPSC CAPF AC Result 2025 on its official website. The result will be announced a few weeks after the examination is concluded. As per the official calendar, the UPSC CAPF exam will be conducted on August 3, 2025. 

The CAPF final result will be released in the form of a PDF containing the roll numbers and names of selected candidates. UPSC will also announce the CAPF cutoff 2025 on its official website, upsc.gov.in. 

CAPF Result 2025

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announces the result for CAPF exam on the official website. The CAPF result PDF includes the names and roll numbers of the candidates selected in the written examination. The selected candidates are then called for the physical standard/physical efficiency test (PST/PET). Candidates who are considered medically and physically fit are then invited to appear for the interview/personality test. 

The CAPF final merit list is prepared on the basis of marks obtained by candidates in the written examination and interview/personality test. The final merit list includes the names of candidates who are recommended by the commission to join as Assistant Commandants in the armed police forces.

CAPF Result 2025: Dates

UPSC has already released the CAPF exam calendar on its official website. Candidates can check important dates for the same below:

Particulars

Dates

Release of Notification

March 5, 2025

Application Form

March 5 to March 25, 2025

Exam Date

August 3, 2025

Result

September 2025 (tentative)

PST/PET

To be announced

Interview/Personality Test

To be announced

Final Result

To be notified

CAPF Result 2025: Steps to check

The UPSC CAPF result will be released after the successful completion of the written exam. Candidates can check the steps below to know how to download the result:

  • Visit the official website of UPSC
  • Click on the CAPF result section available on the homepage
  • Upon clicking, candidates will be able to see the direct link of the result PDF
  • The result PDF will have the roll number and names of the candidates selected for the next round.
  • Candidates can use the shortcut key Ctrl+F to find their roll number and name.
  • In case the list contains the candidate's name and roll number, they are selected for PST/PET.
  • Download the PDF and save it for future reference.

CAPF Scorecard 2025

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) releases the CAPF scorecard on its official website once the final result is declared after the conclusion of the interview/personality test. The scorecard released by UPSC contains the following details:

  • Name of the candidate
  • Roll number of the candidate
  • Date of Birth
  • Mark obtained by the candidate

UPSC also releases the marks obtained by those candidates who are not recommended for the position of Assistant Commandant in the armed police forces. However, for the disclosure of marks candidates must opt for it while filling out the CAPF application form. The list remains available on the official website for the period of one year. Aspirants can download the PDF and save it for their future reference.

CAPF Answer Key 2025

The CAPF answer key is released by UPSC after the successful completion of the exam selection process. The answer key is released on the official website for all four sets (Set A, Set B, Set C, & Set D) for CAPF Paper I.

However, candidates would be able to check the unofficial answer key after the written exam is held. The unofficial answer keys are released by various coaching institutes. Below are the steps to check the CAPF answer key:

  • Visit the official website of UPSC
  • Select the CAPF Answer Key link available under the answer tab of the examination section
  • Click on the answer key link against the exam set you received
  • Upon clicking on the answer key link, candidates will be able to see the CAPF answer key PDF
  • Download the PDF and save it for future reference.

CAPF 2025 DAF Form

Candidates selected for the CAPF PET/PST are required to fill out the online Detailed Application Form or DAF. To fill out the DAF, candidates must register themselves on the official website of UPSC and then upload scanned copies of documents as required in the application form. 

UPSC also asks candidates to fill out the DAF once again if they are selected for the interview/personality test. In this form, candidates are required to specify their preferred armed police force along with other necessary details.

CAPF Cutoff 2025

The CAPF cutoff is a minimum score that candidates need to meet in order to move on to the next stage of the selection process. The UPSC recommends candidates for the position of Assistant Commandant in paramilitary forces who meet the CAPF final cutoff score. The last recommended candidate's score is used to determine the final cutoff. The final cutoff score is released out of 600 marks (written exam + interview), where the interview carries 150 marks.

CAPF Previous Years’ Cutoff

Candidates should check previous years' cutoffs as they prepare for the CAPF exam. Candidates can analyze the cutoff trend for the past few years and strategize their preparation for the exam accordingly. The table with the CAPF last five years' cutoff can be found below.

Category

Marks secured by the last recommended candidate [Final Stage] (Out of 600) 

 

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

General

345

345

325

318

282

EWS

329

326

305

286

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OBC

344

339

319

318

281

SC

313

313

297

303

255

ST

314

318

293

303

251

Ex-Serviceman

139

197

159

159

169

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who will release the CAPF result 2025?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will release the CAPF result 2025 on its official website, upsc.gov.in. 

When will UPSC release the CAPF result 2025?

The result for UPSC CAPF exam 2025 will be released a few weeks after the exam is concluded. As per the official calendar, UPSC CAPF exam will be conducted on August 3, 2025.

What is CAPF DAF Form 2025?

Candidates who clear the written CAPF examination and get selected for the PET/PST are required to fill out the Detailed Application Form (DAF).

Is CAPF PET/PST qualifying in nature?

Yes, CAPF PET/PST are qualifying in nature. Candidates have to just meet the physical requirement and medical standards to be eligible for the next round which is the interview round.

Will UPSC release the CAPF answer key after the written exam is conducted?

Yes, UPSC releases the CAPF answer key but only after the whole selection process is completed.

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