Revised UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2021, Topics and Subjects in Details.

UPSC has invited applications for Central Armed Police Force. Every year millions of entrants appear in the CAPF exam to pursue their dream of joining CAPF. As per the official UPSC CAPF Notification 2021, the online application will commence soon for the eligible candidates. Entrants who have made their mind to dedicate their life to serve the nation can now complete their UPSC CAPF Online Application 2021. UPSC has also released the UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2021. Entrants must go through the syllabus to know the subjects they have to study. UPSC has scheduled the written exam for CAPF for Dec 20th, 2021.

The CAPF exam is conducted in three phases as per the UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern 2021. The 1st phase is the written exam. The 2nd is a physical ability test and the 3rd round is the interview. Entrants must go through the UPSC CAPF syllabus 2021 to know the subjects to study. Before we jump to the UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2021 let’s have a quick look at the exam pattern and marking scheme for the exam:

UPSC CAPF Exam Pattern 2021:

Part 1

Part II

There After there will be a Physical test and interview. Now let’s have look at the UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2021 to find out what are Subjects that entrants have to study:

UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2021:

As we have already discussed the CAPF exam is conducted in 3 phases. The written exam, the physical test and the interview. The 1st phase that is the written exam is further divided into two papers. The General Ability & Intelligence & General Studies & Essay, Comprehension. On qualifying each papers entrants will appear for next round. After successful completion of each round, the entrants will have to wait for the final merit list according to which their final selection will be made. Let’s have look what are the subjects that an entrant have to study to succeed in the CAPF Exam:

Written Exam Paper I

General Ability & intelligence:

General Science & Essay, Comprehension :

General Studies, Essay and Comprehension:

The above table shows the CAPF Syllabus for written exam for 2021 however, after passing the written exam there will be a physical ability test. Entrants who would pass the Physical test they will further go for Interview round. All the rounds of the exam are very important because to give out the final merit list will be given on basis of all the exams. Let’s have a look at the Physical test that the entrants have to go through:

UPSC CAPF Physical Test 2021:

Note:

• Pregnant women are not eligible to appear for the exam.

Vision Test:

Entrants who would be further shortlisted after the physical test will go for an interview round or personality test round. The interview round being the last round entrants would be asked about their preferred security force they want to join. However, before that, there will be a round of questioners to test the mental strength and personality of the entrant. Let have a look at some of the questions asked in the interview round:

UPSC CAPF Syllabus 2021- Interview or Personality Test Round:

The interview round will be the last round of the CAPF exam. However, before reaching the point of the interview the entrant goes through the medical fitness test. If an entrant is declared medically unfit they will be sent for a re-test by the medical board. If the entrant has already received the interview call it would be provided. The entrant will have to 1st get clearance from the Medical team. The Interview round however is designed to understand the personality and mental stability of the entrants. Their quick decision-making ability will also be tested in this round. This test will carry 150 marks. On successful completion of this test, entrants would express their preference of the security forces they want to join. Let’s have a look at what kind of questions are generally asked in the CAPF Interview round:

CAPF Interview question samples:

• Give self-introduction.
• Reason for choosing CAPF.
• Sate the difference between Army, paramilitary and CAPF.
• The problem of CAPF that you have noticed.
• How would you cope with issues of CAPF?
• Hierarchy of the security forces.
• What do you know about ISIS? Their aims and objectives?
• Sate some child labour laws.
• Importance of Ashok Chakra and the colours in the Indian Flag.
• Explain the root cause of the Syrian issue and its effect on Indian citizens.
• How productive is your hobby?
• Which security force would you join and why?
• What would be your course of action if you are surrounded by enemies?
• How would you react to a shoot order by your senior?
• Difference between the Maoists and Naxalites.
• Pros and cons of Prime Ministerial system & Presidential System.
• What is the cultural and tourism aspect of your birthplace?
• Explain the religious profile of your city or state.
• Pros and cons of coalition govt.

In conclusion, as we have already the about the layers of the exam. We can say if an entrant only focuses on a written exam it won’t work for them. They have to give equal attention to all the phases of the exam. Entrants must start their own physical training and develop a healthy habit to pass the physical test. Entrants must also practice in activities that increase brain alertness and quick decision-making ability. Before applying for the exam entrant must check the UPSC CAPF Eligibility criteria for 2021 to understand if they meet all the criteria required for CAPF. If they find their eligibility they must complete their studies for the written exam. Passing the exam would be easy if entrants make their own Study Plan or just follow an available one.

UPSC CAPF Syllabus FAQs:

Author: Silki Joshi

Silki Joshi is a Content Writer with experience of 3+ years in the Edtech domain. She has mostly worked for competitive exams like Banking and SSC exams.

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