The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Directorate General, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, issued an official notice announcing the schedule for the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for the Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) Examination 2026. According to official Notice No. 522/RC/SSB/CAPFs (ACs)/Exam-2026/2025/-5765 dated 25 September 2026, the physical testing rounds will take place from 13 October 2026 to 16 October 2026 across various CAPF centres nationwide.
Eligible candidates who qualified the earlier examination stages can verify updates and prepare for their allocated reporting venue by checking the recruitment portals at ssb.gov.in and recruitment.ssb.gov.in.
| SSB Assistant Commandants PST & PET 2026: Quick Overview | |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Recruitment Drive | Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) Assistant Commandants Exam 2026 |
| Examination Stage | Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) |
| Official Notice Number | 522/RC/SSB/CAPFs (ACs)/Exam-2026/2025/-5765 |
| Notice Release Date | 25 September 2026 |
| PST & PET Date Range | 13 October 2026 to 16 October 2026 |
| Test Locations | Designated CAPFs Centres Across India |
| Issuing Office | Commandant (Rectt), Directorate General, SSB, R.K. Puram, New Delhi |
| Official Portals | ssb.gov.in and recruitment.ssb.gov.in |
SSB CAPFs AC PST & PET Schedule: Important Dates
Candidates appearing for the physical standard and efficiency tests should note the following schedule milestones:
| Event / Notification | Key Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Official PST & PET Notice Issue | 25 September 2026 | Notice No. 522/RC/SSB/CAPFs (ACs)/Exam-2026/2025/-5765 |
| PST & PET Start Date | 13 October 2026 | Commencement of physical evaluation |
| PST & PET Concluding Date | 16 October 2026 | Final day of scheduled physical tests |
| e-Admit Card Issuance | Early October 2026 | To be uploaded on recruitment.ssb.gov.in |
About the CAPFs (ACs) PST & PET Process
The Central Armed Police Forces (Assistant Commandants) examination selects commissioned officers for forces including the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB).
Candidates qualifying the written test must satisfy mandatory physical benchmarks:
- Physical Standard Test (PST):
- Measurement of height, chest expansion (for male candidates), and weight corresponding to standard medical and age charts.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Standard athletic events typically comprising 100-metre sprint, 800-metre race, long jump, and shot put (events vary by gender and official guidelines).
- The PET is qualifying in nature, but failure in any event leads to immediate disqualification.
How to Check Schedule and Download SSB CAPFs AC Admit Card
The SSB recruitment wing will host specific candidate reporting lists, venue details, and digital admit cards on its portals. Follow these instructions:
- Go to the SSB recruitment portal: recruitment.ssb.gov.in or visit ssb.gov.in.
- Under the Latest Updates or Notice Board section, locate the link for PST & PET Schedule for CAPFs (ACs) Examination 2026.
- Click on the notice to review the consolidated schedule and center-wise distribution.
- When the admit card link is activated, click on Download e-Admit Card for CAPFs AC PST/PET 2026.
- Enter your Roll Number / Registration ID and Date of Birth / Password.
- Download the generated e-Admit Card showing your designated test center, reporting date, and shift time.
- Print multiple clear copies and read the instructions on physical readiness and apparel.
Mandatory Documents for PST & PET Centers
Candidates reporting to their assigned CAPFs center between 13 and 16 October 2026 must produce:
- Printed copy of the SSB CAPFs AC PST/PET e-Admit Card
- Valid government-issued photo identification (Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving Licence)
- Original educational qualifications, caste / category certificates, and domicile proofs along with self-attested photocopies
- Recent passport-size colour photographs (minimum 4 to 6 copies)
- Medical certificate / fitness clearance if specified on the admit card
Candidates are advised to wear appropriate sports attire (running shoes, shorts/track pants, and T-shirt) suited for athletic trials.
| SSB CAPFs AC Exam 2026: Direct Official Links | |
|---|---|
| SSB Recruitment Portal | recruitment.ssb.gov.in |
| SSB Official Main Website | ssb.gov.in |
| Official PST & PET Notice | Download Notice No. 522/RC/SSB/CAPFs |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What are the dates for the SSB CAPFs Assistant Commandants PST and PET 2026?
The Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) will be conducted from 13 October 2026 to 16 October 2026.
2. Which agency is conducting the PST and PET for CAPFs AC Exam 2026?
The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is coordinating and conducting the PST and PET stages across different CAPF centres.
3. What is the reference number of the official notice issued by SSB?
The official notice is issued under reference number 522/RC/SSB/CAPFs (ACs)/Exam-2026/2025/-5765 dated 25 September 2026.
4. Where will the e-Admit Card for the PST and PET be published?
The e-Admit Card and venue allotment details will be published on the official recruitment website at recruitment.ssb.gov.in.
5. Are individual venue-wise and date-wise schedules included in the initial notice?
No. The notice of 25 September 2026 provides the overall dates (13 to 16 October 2026). Individual candidate venue assignments and shift timings are issued separately on the recruitment portal and through admit cards.