Q1. What is CAPF Assistant Commandant (AC) exam?
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The CAPF AC exam, conducted by UPSC, recruits Assistant Commandants for India’s paramilitary forces like BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB, and Assam Rifles. It selects candidates with leadership qualities, mental aptitude, and physical stamina. Breakthrough Point prepares aspirants holistically for this competitive exam, equipping them to handle the intellectual and physical demands of a paramilitary career.
Q2. What are the phases of the CAPF AC selection process?
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CAPF AC selection is multi-phased:
Written Test – Objective & descriptive papers evaluating knowledge and analytical skills
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST) – Assessing stamina, agility, and fitness
Interview/Personality Test – Evaluates leadership, decision-making, confidence, and awareness
Breakthrough Point trains candidates at every stage, including mock written exams, PET practice, and interview simulations to maximize selection chances.
Q3. What is the CAPF AC written examination syllabus?
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The written exam tests analytical ability and general knowledge:
Paper I (Objective, 250 marks): General Ability & Intelligence – Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Current Affairs, General Awareness
Paper II (Descriptive, 200 marks): General Studies, Essay, Comprehension
Breakthrough Point offers structured study materials, current affairs updates, and mock tests, ensuring aspirants master the entire syllabus efficiently.
Q4. What are the physical standards for CAPF AC?
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Eligibility requires meeting the following physical standards:
Height: Male – 165 cm, Female – 157 cm (may vary regionally)
Chest (Male): 81 cm (with 5 cm expansion)
Weight: Proportionate to height & age
Breakthrough Point provides targeted physical training guidance and tracks progress to help candidates meet required standards confidently.
Q5. What is the PET for CAPF AC?
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The PET tests speed, stamina, agility, and strength:
100m race: 16s (male), 18s (female)
800m race: 3m30s (male), 4m (female)
Long jump, High jump, Shot put (7.26 kg males, 4 kg females)
Breakthrough Point includes specialized PET coaching, with structured running, strength, and agility programs to optimize performance.
Q6. What are the medical standards needed for CAPF AC?
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Candidates must meet medical requirements:
Vision: Far vision 6/6 or 6/9 (corrected)
Hearing: Normal unaided
General health: No chronic diseases or major physical issues
Breakthrough Point guides students on medical fitness preparation, ensuring they meet all parameters before the medical examination.
Q7. What is the interview process of CAPF AC?
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The Personality Test evaluates leadership, decision-making, confidence, and situational judgment. UPSC specialists conduct the interview, which includes psychological assessments.
Breakthrough Point conducts mock interviews and personality development sessions, helping candidates develop confidence, ethical judgment, and communication skills to excel.
Q8. How is the final merit list prepared?
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Final merit is based on Written Exam + Interview marks, while PET, PST, and medical tests are qualifying in nature. Selection depends on vacancies and category-wise merit.
Breakthrough Point’s comprehensive coaching ensures aspirants perform strongly in both written and interview stages, increasing chances of high merit.
Q9. What is the Detailed Application Form (DAF)?
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After clearing written and medical exams, candidates fill the DAF online, providing personal, educational, and service preferences for allocation to paramilitary forces.
Breakthrough Point guides students in filling the DAF accurately, ensuring timely submission and avoiding errors that could delay joining.
Q10. What help can Breakthrough Point offer in CAPF AC preparation?
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Breakthrough Point provides end-to-end CAPF AC preparation:
Written test guidance with structured study materials and mock exams
PET & physical training programs for speed, strength, and endurance
Interview preparation and personality development sessions
Continuous mentoring and performance analysis
Joining Breakthrough Point boosts success rates by providing professional guidance, disciplined study, and focused preparation strategies.
