UPSC CAPF Answer Key: UPSC Assistant Commandant answer key released; how many questions were dropped? Check the marking scheme.
UPSC CAPF Answer Key 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the provisional answer key for the CAPF Assistant Commandant recruitment examination on July 22, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the written examination held on July 19, 2026, can download the answer key by visiting the official website, upsc.gov.in.
The answer key has been released in PDF format, allowing candidates to cross-check their answers and estimate their probable scores. The Commission has also provided a facility to raise objections against the provisional answer key within a stipulated timeframe.
Exam conducted for 349 posts
UPSC conducted this examination to recruit candidates for 349 Assistant Commandant posts. The written examination consisted of two papers:
Paper-1: General Ability and Intelligence (Objective)
Paper-2: Descriptive
How many questions were dropped?
A total of 125 questions were asked in Paper-1, carrying a total of 250 marks. The Commission has dropped one question from this set; therefore, the evaluation will now be based on 124 questions.
Brief overview of the exam
Details Information
Exam Conducting Body Union Public Service Commission
Exam Name CAPF (Assistant Commandant) Exam 2026
Total Posts 349
Exam Date July 19, 2026
Provisional Answer Key Release Date July 22, 2026
Status Released
Papers Paper-1 (Objective), Paper-2 (Descriptive)
Paper-1 Marks 250
Paper-2 Marks 200
Negative Marking 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer
Estimate probable score using the answer key.
Candidates can use the provisional answer key to compare their answers and estimate their probable scores. If there are any objections regarding an answer, they can be submitted within the timeframe specified by the Commission. The final answer key will be released after the resolution of objections.
What is the UPSC CAPF marking scheme?
The UPSC CAPF Assistant Commandant recruitment involves an examination consisting of two papers. The total marks for both papers combined are 450. Paper-I carries 250 marks, while Paper-II carries 200 marks. The marking scheme is as follows:
In Paper-I, one-third (1/3) of a mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer. However, there will be no negative marking for unattempted questions.
Paper-II is descriptive in nature, and no negative marking applies to incorrect answers.
How to download the answer key:
Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
Go to the 'Examinations' tab on the homepage and select the 'Answer Keys' option.
Click on the link for the 'Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2026'.
Open the Paper-I Answer Key PDF.
Match the answer key with your specific question paper set (A, B, C, or D).
Download the PDF and save it for future reference.
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