SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) Free Mock Test
SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) (Sub-Inspector (Delhi / CAPF)) is part of India's Government Exams category, covering 4 topics. Kamiyab provides free SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) mock tests with no signup or payment — two modes: Quick Practice (10 questions in ~10 minutes for daily topic-wise revision) or Full Mock (up to 100 questions matched to the official exam pattern). Both include instant scoring and per-question explanations. Eligibility: Graduate · physical. Aligned to the current 2026 official syllabus.
SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) mock test modes — at a glance
| Mode | Questions | Time | Best for | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick Practice | 10 | ~10 minutes | Daily topic-wise warm-up | ₹0 (Free) |
| Full Mock | Up to 100 | ~2 hours | Pre-exam revision, full exam pattern | ₹0 (Free) |
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100 Qs · 60 minPick a topic
Start with Quantitative AptitudeAbout SSC CPO — Central Police Organisation (Sub-Inspector) Examination
The SSC Central Police Organisation (CPO) exam recruits Sub-Inspectors (SI) in Delhi Police and Sub-Inspector / Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) positions in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) — BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, and SSB. It is a graduate-level recruitment with both academic and physical demands.
The exam follows a four-stage process: Paper 1 (CBT) → Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) → Paper 2 (CBT) → Medical Examination. Final merit is calculated using Paper 1 + Paper 2 combined marks; PET/PST and Medical are qualifying-only.
The pay scale is Level-6 (₹35,400-₹1,12,400) plus dearness allowance, special police allowance, ration money, free medical and housing benefits. Posting is across Delhi (for Delhi Police SI) or CAPF battalions deployed across India and at sensitive border locations.
Conducted by: Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India
Eligibility
General eligibility
- Age:
- 20-25 years (general). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, departmental candidates and ex-servicemen as per rules.
- Education:
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in any discipline. For SI in Delhi Police (Driver candidates), a valid LMV driving licence is also required.
- Nationality:
- Indian citizen only. (For some CAPF posts, additional verification.)
Physical standards (PST) — Male
- Age:
- Same as above.
- Education:
- Same as above.
- Nationality:
- Same as above.
- Attempts:
- Height: 170 cm (general); 165 cm for ST and certain hill area candidates. Chest: 80 cm unexpanded with minimum 5 cm expansion.
Physical standards (PST) — Female
- Age:
- Same as above.
- Education:
- Same as above.
- Nationality:
- Same as above.
- Attempts:
- Height: 157 cm (general); 154 cm for ST candidates. No chest measurement.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Age:
- Same.
- Education:
- Same.
- Nationality:
- Same.
- Attempts:
- Male: 100m run in 16 sec · 1.6 km run in 6.5 min · Long jump 3.65m in 3 chances · High jump 1.2m in 3 chances · Shot put (16 lbs) 4.5m in 3 chances. Female: 100m in 18 sec · 800m in 4 min · Long jump 2.7m · High jump 0.9m.
Exam Pattern
Stage-by-stage breakdown of the recruitment process.
Stage 1: Paper 1 (Computer Based Test)
- Mode
- Online CBT
- Sections
- General Intelligence & Reasoning · General Knowledge & General Awareness · Quantitative Aptitude · English Comprehension
- Questions
- 200 (50 per section)
- Marks
- 200 (1 mark per correct)
- Duration
- 2 hours total (30 minutes per section — sectional timing strictly enforced)
- Negative marking
- -0.25 marks per wrong answer
Sectional timing means you cannot save unused time from one section for another. Each section gets exactly 30 minutes.
Stage 2: PET / PST
- Mode
- Physical tests
- Sections
- Physical Standard Test (height, chest, weight) + Physical Endurance Test (running, jumps, shot put)
- Questions
- —
- Marks
- Qualifying only
- Duration
- Spread across 1-2 days at allocated centre
- Negative marking
- —
Only candidates who clear Paper 1 cutoff are called for PET/PST. Failing either disqualifies you for the post regardless of Paper 1 marks.
Stage 3: Paper 2 (Computer Based Test)
- Mode
- Online CBT
- Sections
- English Language and Comprehension (only)
- Questions
- 200
- Marks
- 200 (1 mark per correct)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Negative marking
- -0.25 marks per wrong answer
Tests English grammar, vocabulary, comprehension and writing skills at graduate level. Only candidates who qualify PET/PST take Paper 2.
Stage 4: Medical Examination
- Mode
- Detailed medical fitness check
- Sections
- Eyesight, vision, hearing, fitness for active police duty, exclusions for specific conditions
- Questions
- —
- Marks
- Qualifying only
- Duration
- —
- Negative marking
- —
Common disqualifications: poor eyesight, color blindness, knock-knees, flat foot, varicose veins. Re-medical available on appeal in some cases.
Syllabus
Tap any section to see the full list of subtopics.
General Intelligence & Reasoning (Paper 1)13 topics
- Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
- Analogies (word, number, alphabet)
- Similarities and differences
- Space visualisation, spatial orientation
- Visual memory and observation
- Number / letter series (find next, missing term)
- Coding-decoding (mathematical, symbolic, letter shift)
- Blood relations and direction sense
- Syllogisms (2-3 statement)
- Statement-conclusion, assumption
- Ranking and seating arrangements (linear, circular)
- Calendar (day from date), clock (angles)
- Venn diagrams and matrix reasoning
General Knowledge & General Awareness (Paper 1)10 topics
- Indian History — Ancient, Medieval, Modern, Freedom Struggle
- Indian and World Geography — physical, economic, agricultural
- Indian Polity — Constitution, specific Articles, Schedules
- Constitutional bodies (ECI, CAG, FC, UPSC, NHRC)
- Indian Economy — Budget, RBI, schemes, NITI Aayog
- General Science — NCERT 9-12 Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- Current Affairs — last 6-12 months at depth
- Static GK — sports, awards, books, monuments, dance forms
- Defence and security context — CAPFs, recent operations, ranks
- International Relations — G20, BRICS, QUAD, bilateral summits
Quantitative Aptitude (Paper 1)12 topics
- Number system, LCM and HCF
- Percentages, profit and loss, discount
- Simple and compound interest
- Ratio, proportion, partnership
- Time, work, time-speed-distance
- Mixtures and alligation
- Averages, ages
- Algebra (linear, quadratic, identities)
- Geometry (triangles, circles, polygons)
- Mensuration 2D and 3D
- Trigonometry (ratios, identities, heights and distances)
- Data interpretation (tables, bar / pie charts)
English Comprehension (Paper 1 + Paper 2)12 topics
- Reading comprehension (Paper 2 has multiple longer passages)
- Cloze test
- Para jumbles and sentence rearrangement
- Synonyms and antonyms (advanced vocabulary)
- One-word substitutes
- Idioms and phrases
- Spelling correction
- Error spotting (subject-verb, tense, pronoun, prepositions)
- Sentence improvement
- Fill-in-the-blanks (single and double)
- Active / passive voice
- Direct / indirect speech
Preparation Strategy
CPO is unique because it demands BOTH academic and physical excellence — start physical training (running, jumps, shot put practice) at least 4-6 months before the exam. Many candidates with high Paper 1 scores get eliminated at PET because they neglected fitness.
Paper 1 difficulty is similar to SSC CGL Tier 1 — focus on speed and accuracy. 30 minutes per section means you have ~36 seconds per question. Build that pace through topic-wise practice with strict timing.
English Paper 2 is the differentiator — 200 questions covering ONLY English at graduate level is heavy. Build vocabulary daily (10 new words with sentences), revise grammar weekly, and practice longer reading comprehension passages (5-7 paragraphs each).
Reasoning and GA are scoring sections — prioritise them for high accuracy. CPO GA leans towards static GK (specific Constitutional Articles, freedom struggle dates, sports records) more than current affairs.
In the last 2 months, attempt 2-3 full-length Paper 1 mocks per week WITH sectional timing. Practice the rhythm of switching sections every 30 minutes — many candidates lose marks because they cannot adapt to forced section switches.
Recent Changes to Know
- Sectional timing of 30 minutes per section in Paper 1 is strictly enforced — unused time cannot be carried over to other sections.
- Paper 2 (English only) is conducted AFTER PET/PST — only PET/PST-qualified candidates attempt Paper 2.
- Final merit is based purely on Paper 1 + Paper 2 combined marks; PET/PST and Medical are qualifying-only.
- Marking: 1 mark per correct answer, -0.25 for wrong, in both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Important Dates
- Notification
- Typically released in March-April
- Exam
- Paper 1: June-July · PET/PST: August-September · Paper 2: October-November · Final results: 3-4 months after Paper 2
- Results
- Paper 1 result 1-2 months after exam · PET/PST result on the test day · Paper 2 result 1-2 months later · Final merit list released after Medical Examination
Dates change every cycle. Check the latest notification on ssc.gov.in before applying or planning your training schedule.
Widely-Used Reference Books
Popular books many aspirants use — pick what fits your level.
- Rakesh Yadav — SSC Mathematics (chapter-wise practice)
- RS Aggarwal — Quantitative Aptitude / Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
- SP Bakshi — Objective General English (Paper 1 + Paper 2)
- Wren & Martin — High School English Grammar & Composition
- Norman Lewis — Word Power Made Easy (vocabulary for Paper 2)
- Lucent's General Knowledge
- Manorama Yearbook (current affairs)
- Kiran Publications — SSC CPO Previous Year Papers
SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) mock test — frequently asked questions
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Which subjects and topics are covered for SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector)?
4 topics are covered for SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector), including General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and more. Each topic can be practised on its own as a quick test or combined into a full-length mock.
Are the SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) questions reliable and up to date with the latest syllabus?
Quick Practice questions are hand-curated and kept aligned with the current official SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) syllabus, each with a short explanation. When the exam body revises the syllabus, the question bank is updated so you are not practising removed or out-of-syllabus topics.
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