SSC CPO 2026 Delhi Police SI Vacancies Revealed via RTI – 339 Tentative Posts Confirmed
An RTI reply from the Delhi Police Recruitment wing has revealed that 339 tentative vacancies for the post of Sub-Inspector (SI) have been conveyed to SSC for the CPO 2026 exam. This is a significant increase compared to the 212 vacancies in SSC CPO 2025.
SSC CPO 2026 Delhi Police SI Vacancies – 339 Tentative Posts (RTI Reply)
In a major update for aspirants preparing for the SSC CPO (Central Police Organisation) 2026 examination, an RTI (Right to Information) reply from the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Recruitment, Delhi has confirmed that 339 tentative vacancies for the post of Sub-Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police have been conveyed to the Staff Selection Commission (SSC).
Key Highlights of the RTI Reply
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police |
| Exam | SSC CPO 2026 |
| Tentative Vacancies | 339 |
| SSC CPO 2025 Vacancies (for comparison) | 212 |
| RTI Application Date | 08.08.2026 |
| RTI Registration No. | DEPOL/R/E/26/08612 |
| Replied By | APIO/RECTT, For Dy. Commissioner of Police, Recruitment, Delhi |
What Does the RTI Reply Say?
The official RTI reply states:
"A total number of 339 tentative vacancies have been conveyed to SSC for direct recruitment to the post of SI in Delhi Police Exam-2026. However, the actual number of vacancies will be mentioned in the advertisement for the post/exam as and when published by SSC. Hence, you are advised to visit SSC official website in this regards."
Significant Increase Over SSC CPO 2025
This is encouraging news for SSC CPO aspirants. The SSC CPO 2025 cycle had only 212 vacancies for Delhi Police SI, whereas the upcoming SSC CPO 2026 cycle is expected to have 339 vacancies — an increase of approximately 60%. This increase in vacancies will provide more opportunities for candidates aspiring to join the Delhi Police as Sub-Inspectors.
Important Points to Note
- The 339 vacancies are tentative and the final number will be confirmed in the official SSC CPO 2026 notification.
- These vacancies are specifically for Delhi Police SI under the SSC CPO exam. CAPF (Central Armed Police Forces) SI vacancies are separate.
- Candidates should regularly check the SSC official website (ssc.gov.in) for the latest updates regarding the SSC CPO 2026 notification.
- The RTI reply was issued by the office of the Dy. Commissioner of Police, Recruitment, Delhi, located at New Police Lines, Kingsway Camp, Delhi-110009.
What is SSC CPO Exam?
The SSC CPO (Central Police Organisation) exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for the recruitment of Sub-Inspectors (SI) in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) such as BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. The exam consists of Paper-I, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Endurance Test (PET), Paper-II, and a Medical Examination.
How to Prepare for SSC CPO 2026?
With 339 tentative vacancies for Delhi Police SI alone, the SSC CPO 2026 exam is expected to be highly competitive. Candidates should start their preparation early, focusing on General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Regular practice with previous year papers and mock tests is highly recommended.