CISF Exam Guide 2026
CISF 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
Prepare with CurrentAffairs360:
📊 CISF Recruitment 2022 Overview
| Name of Organization | Central Industrial Security Force |
|---|---|
| Official Website | CISF Official Website |
| Post Name | Head Constable, ASI |
| Application Start Date | 26th September 2022 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25th October 2022 |
| Exam Date (Head Constable) | 6th, 12th and 13th November 2022 |
| Exam Date (ASI) | Will be Notified |
📊 CISF Head Constable Overview
| Name of post | Category | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR | OBC | SC | EWS | ST | Total | |
| Direct Male | 132 | 86 | 47 | 31 | 23 | 319 |
| Direct Female | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 02 | 36 |
| LDCE | 33 | 17 | 9 | - | 04 | 63 |
| CISF ASI | ||||||
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
| Direct Male | 40 | 13 | 07 | 25 | 09 | 94 |
| Direct Female | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Departmental (LDCE) | 11 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 18 |
| Total | 57 | 16 | 08 | 31 | 10 | 122 |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Post
- Application Fee
- Driver
- INR 100/-
- Constable
- INR 100/-
- Tradesman
- INR 100/-
- Head Constable
- INR 100/-
📊 CISF Eligibility Criteria Overview
| Post | Age | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Tradesman | 18-23 Years | 10th Pass from a well-reputed university/institution, as well as skilled in the specific trade as well as being an ITI trained personnel, is preferred. |
| Head Constable | 18-23 Years | Candidates should have completed the 12th class from a well-recognized board or institution. |
| Driver | 21-27 Years | Candidates should have completed 12th class from a well-recognized board or institution and should also hold a driving license. |
| Constable | 18-23 Years | 10th Pass from a well-reputed university/institution as well as skilled in the specific trade as well as being an ITI trained personnel is preferred. |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Mark | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 100 marks | 100 marks | 2 hours |
| Elementary Mathematics | |||
| Analytical Aptitude | |||
| Ability |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 3 hours 30 minutes |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| Numerical Ability | 50 | 50 | |
| English | 50 | 50 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 25 | 2 hours |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 | |
| Arithmetic Ability | 25 | 25 | |
| General Hindi/ English | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | 2 hours |
| Elementary Mathematics/ Elementary Science | 25 | 25 | |
| Analytical Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| Pattern Observation | 25 | 25 | |
| English | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Mathematical Aptitude | |||
| Analytical Aptitude | |||
| Hindi | |||
| English |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Papers | Maximum marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I - General Intelligence | 250 | 2 hours |
| Paper II - General Studies, Essay and Comprehension | 200 | 3 hours |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 2 hours |
| General Knowledge | 25 | |
| Arithmetic | 25 | |
| General Hindi and English | 25 | |
| Total | 100 |
📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Sr. No. | Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Commandant | Rs.56,100-Rs.1,77,500 |
| 2 | Assistant Sub Inspector | Rs.29200-92300 |
| 3 | Head Constable(General Duty) | (Rs.25,500-81,100/ |
| 4 | Constable (Fire) | Rs.21,700-69,100 |
| 5 | Constable/Driver | Rs.21,700-69,100 |
| 6 | Head Constable(Ministerial) | Rs. 25,500- 81,100/- |
| 7 | Constable(Tradesman) | Rs. 21,700 to 69,100 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge Syllabus | Science – Inventions & Discoveries. Current Important Events. Current Affairs – National & International. Awards and Honors. Important Financial. Economic News. Banking News. Indian Constitution . Books and Authors. Important Days. History . Sports Terminology Geography Solar System Indian states and capitals Countries and Currencies |
| General Hindi/ English Syllabus | Verb Noun Articles Voices Adverbs Direct & Indirect Speech Subject Verb Agreement Conjunctions Tenses Phrasal Verbs Idioms and phrases Synonyms & antonyms One-word substitution Spelling correction Comprehension |
| Arithmetic Ability Syllabus | Algebra Averages Interest Mensuration 2D Partnership Percentages Profit and Loss Speed, Time and Distance Quadratic equation |
| General Intelligence Syllabus | Blood relation Calendar Cause and effect Clock Coding decoding Data sufficiency Circular arrangement reasoning Missing number reasoning Classification Critical reasoning |
| Essay, Precis Writing and Comprehensions | Verb Noun Articles Voices Adverbs Direct & Indirect Speech Subject Verb Agreement Conjunctions Tenses Phrasal Verbs Idioms and phrases Synonyms & antonyms One-word substitution |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Books | Author and Publication |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | Objective General Knowledge | Lucent Publications |
| General Hindi/ English | Objective General English | S.P Bakshi, Arihant Publications, Second Edition |
| Arithmetic Ability | Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams | R S Agarwal, S Chand Publications, Revised Edition |
| General Intelligence | Analytical Aptitude & Reasoning | R S Agarwal, S Chand Publication |
| Essay, Precis Writing and Comprehensions | Descriptive English | Richa Sharma and SP Bakshi, Arihant |
📊 Exam Information 15
| CISF Head Constable | CISF Tradesman | CISF Driver |
|---|
📚Current Affairs
🔥 Exam Preparation Special
Master Current Affairs for CISF 2026
Boost your score with monthly Current Affairs eBooks featuring exam-oriented bilingual notes, top news highlights, and practice MCQs.
⚡ 100% Exam Focused🌐 Bilingual (Hindi & English)📥 Instant PDF Access
🛒Explore & Buy Monthly eBooks →Starting at ₹9 only
▶
🔴 TODAY'S DAILY VIDEO CLASS
Daily Current Affairs Video Class 2026
Watch today's complete Current Affairs video analysis with expert explanation and exam strategy.
📅 10 Sept 2026
📌 Our Topics Covered
- CISF Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit 2026
- CISF Exam Pattern & Selection Process
- CISF Educational Qualification & Attempts
- CISF Salary Structure & Pay Scale
- CISF Syllabus & Preparation Guide
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the CISF?
The CISF (Central Industrial Special Force) is one of the seven wings of the Central Armed Police Forces.
Q2.Which posts are offered by the CISF?
The aspirants can apply for various CISF posts like Constable(Tradesman), Constable(Driver), Head Constable(General Duty), Head Constable(Ministerial), etc.
Q3.How to apply for the CISF Recruitment?
The selection process for the CISF depends on the post. For most of the posts, students can apply through the online portal of CISF. For LDCE exams, candidates may have to submit offline applications.
Q4.Which CISF posts are available for 10th pass candidates?
The CISF posts like Constable(Driver) and Constable(Tradesman) are offered for 10th pass candidates.
Q5.Which posts in CISF are offered for 12th pass candidates?
The 12th pass candidates can apply for posts like Constable(Fire) and Head Constable(Ministerial).
Q6.Is the work experience required to apply for CISF recruitment?
Work experience is required for posts like Assistant Sub Inspectors, most of the posts do not require experience.
Q7.Which CISF posts are eligible for female candidates?
Posts like Assistant Commandant, Head Constable (General Duty), etc. are available for female candidates as well
Q8.Where are CISF candidates posted?
The CISF candidates can be posted anywhere across the country.
Q9.Will there be a Physical Fitness test in CISF Recruitment?
Physical Efficiency Test will be carried out for all the candidates
Q10.Can Tibetan refugees apply for CISF recruitment?
Only Indian nationals can apply for CISF recruitment.
▶ Today's Video Class
LIVE▶
Daily Current Affairs Video Class 2026
📅 10 Sept 2026YouTube
🚀 Quick Actions
📚 Monthly eBooks
🔥 Exam Special
CISF Current Affairs Notes
Bilingual Monthly Current Affairs eBooks with top news & practice MCQs.
📖Starting at ₹9 only
🛒 Buy Monthly eBooks →📰Latest Articles & Blogs
Read top current affairs articles & exam prep blogs.
📰 Explore Current Affairs Blog →🎯 Exam Stages
- Prelims
- Mains
📑 All Sections