UPSC LDCE 2026: Assistant Commandant Recruitment Details
UPSC LDCE 2026 Overview
UPSC LDCE 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is set to hold the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) for the recruitment of Assistant Commandants (Executive) in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on March 8, 2026, in New Delhi. The online application process for this examination has commenced on the official UPSC website.
Vacancies and Eligibility
Total Vacancies: A total of 20 positions are available, which include 16 for the General category, 3 for Scheduled Castes (SC), and 1 for Scheduled Tribes (ST). This examination is exclusively for eligible departmental candidates currently employed in CISF, as per the guidelines from the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Application Process
Application Deadline: The application window opened on December 3 and will close at 6 PM on December 23. Candidates are advised to fill out all sections of the application accurately, as no corrections will be permitted afterward.
Once the online application is completed, candidates must print the application, have it verified by the designated officer, and submit it to the CISF Headquarters through the appropriate channels by January 9 at the following address:
Director General, CISF, 13, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
Examination and Selection Process
Candidates who achieve the minimum qualifying marks in the written examination will be invited by CISF for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Medical Standard Test.
UPSC LDCE 2026 Exam Pattern:
| Paper | Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Ability and Intelligence | 75 | 150 |
| Professional Skill | 75 | 150 | |
| Paper 2 | Essay, Precis Writing and Comprehension | — | 100 |
An essay can be written in either English or Hindi, while Precis and Comprehension must be in English only.
Physical Standards
Criteria:
| Criteria | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height (Gen/SC) | 165 cm | 157 cm |
| Height (ST) | 162.5 cm | 154 cm |
| Chest (Male) | 81 cm (5 cm expansion) | - |
| Weight | Proportionate to height | Proportionate to height |
| Medical Standard | SHAPE-1 | SHAPE-1 |