Updated: August 2026 — CAPF AC 2027 notification not yet released. All dates are expected (per recent cycles) until UPSC publishes the official notification.
Quick Answer
The CAPF AC 2027 written exam has two papers — Paper 1: General Ability & Intelligence (250 marks, objective, 2 hours) and Paper 2: General Studies, Essay & Comprehension (200 marks, descriptive, 3 hours) — total 450 marks. Paper 1 has negative marking; Paper 2 is qualifying at 25%. The written stage is followed by PST/PET and a 150-mark interview.
Understanding the CAPF AC 2027 exam pattern and syllabus is what turns study hours into marks — especially Paper 2, where answer writing decides selection. This guide details both papers, marking and the syllabus. For the timeline see the CAPF AC 2027 notification; set a target with the cut off.
CAPF AC 2027 Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Ability & Intelligence | 250 | 2 hours | Objective (with negative marking) |
| Paper 2 | General Studies, Essay & Comprehension | 200 | 3 hours | Descriptive (English/Hindi) |
| Interview | Personality Test | 150 | — | In-person |
Paper 1 has 1/3 negative marking. Paper 2 is qualifying at 25% — you must score at least 25% to have Paper 2 evaluated for merit. Paper 2 essay component must be attempted in English or Hindi; the comprehension/precis part is in English only.
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Paper 1 — General Ability & Intelligence: General Mental Ability (reasoning, quantitative aptitude), General Science, Current Events of National & International importance, Indian Polity & Economy, History of India, and Indian & World Geography.
Paper 2 — General Studies, Essay & Comprehension: Part A — Essay questions (on modern Indian history, freedom struggle, geography, polity, security, human rights, analytical & descriptive topics) in English or Hindi. Part B — Comprehension, precis writing, developing counter-arguments, and other communication/language skills in English.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAPF AC 2027 exam pattern?
Paper 1 — General Ability & Intelligence (250 marks, objective) and Paper 2 — General Studies, Essay & Comprehension (200 marks, descriptive), total 450 marks, followed by a 150-mark interview.
Is there negative marking in CAPF AC 2027?
Yes, Paper 1 has 1/3 negative marking for wrong answers. Paper 2 is descriptive and qualifying at 25%.
What is the qualifying mark for CAPF Paper 2?
Paper 2 is qualifying at 25%. A candidate must score at least 25% in Paper 2 for it to be evaluated and counted towards merit.
In which language is CAPF Paper 2 written?
The essay component can be written in English or Hindi; the comprehension, precis and communication-skills part must be answered in English.
What subjects are in CAPF AC Paper 1?
General Mental Ability, General Science, Current Events, Indian Polity & Economy, History of India, and Indian & World Geography.
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