Complete Delhi Police Constable 2025 syllabus displayed section-wise for CBT exam, covering GK, Reasoning, Maths, and Computer Fundamentals.
Delhi Police Constable syllabus consists of four main subjects in its Computer-Based Test (CBT): General Knowledge/Current Affairs (50 Qs), Reasoning (25 Qs), Numerical Ability (15 Qs), and Computer Awareness (10 Qs). The exam will be conducted in English and Hindi in online mode, and having a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. If you are preparing for this exam, then knowing the detailed Delhi Police Constable syllabus should be your priority. In this blog, we have provided details related to the syllabus, exam pattern, and PET/ PMT.
| Feature | Details |
| Recruitment Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Constable (Executive) Male/Female |
| Vacancies | 7,565 |
| Exam Mode | Online (CBE) |
| Exam Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Marks |
| Selection Process | CBT -> PE&MT -> Medical |
To recruit candidates, SSC follows a selection process that is designed to test a candidate’s abilities and physical fitness. The selection process for Delhi Police Constable posts consists of three stages. Those stages are provided below:
The first stage of the Delhi Police Constable selection process is a computer-based exam (CBE). Candidates who fill out the form and application selected will be eligible to appear in the exam. Below, we have provided the detailed exam pattern for the CBE exam. This will help you to know the number of sections included, the total and sectional number of marks and questions, the total exam timings, and other information.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge/Current Affairs | 50 | 50 |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Numerical Ability | 15 | 15 |
| Computer Fundamentals, MS Excel, MS Word, Communication, Internet, WWW and Web Browsers, etc | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Tip: Focus on thoroughly preparing the non-calculative sections (GK and Computer Fundamentals) first. Mastering these guarantees quick marks, allowing you to save time for the more time-consuming sections (Reasoning and Numerical Ability) during the exam.
Here, we have provided the detailed Delhi Police Constable Syllabus 2025 for CBE. Going through section-wise topics will help you to know what to study. You are strongly advised to first go through this syllabus, take a mock test to know the exam difficulty, and then create an effective study plan.
This section evaluates a candidate’s knowledge in general awareness and their ability. It also includes knowledge of current events. Below, we have provided the detailed Delhi Police Constable Syllabus for the general knowledge/ current affairs section.
Check the Detailed Delhi Police General Knowledge/ Current Affairs Syllabus
This section tests a candidate’s analytical aptitude and ability to identify patterns and solve problems logically. Most of the questions are non-verbal, requiring interpretation of figures, sequences, and abstract reasoning. Below, we have provided the detailed syllabus for reasoning ability.
Check the Detailed Delhi Police Reasoning Syllabus
This section tests basic math skills and problem-solving abilities using common mathematical operations. The questions are generally based on high-school-level arithmetic. Below, we have provided the detailed syllabus for numerical ability.
Check the Detailed Delhi Police Numerical Ability Syllabus
This section tests basic computer literacy, focusing on common office applications, communication tools, and internet concepts. Candidates need to be familiar with both hardware basics and common software usage.
Check the Detailed Delhi Police Computer Fundamentals Syllabus
Tip: Now you know the syllabus for the Delhi Police Constable computer-based exam. You are strongly advised to take a free mock test first, so you can assess the exam’s difficulty level and then create a study plan accordingly for systematic preparation.
Here we have provided a PDF containing the whole Delhi Police Constable Syllabus for your convenience. You are strongly advised to download the syllabus PDF for free, take a printout of it, and paste it in front of your study desk so that you can easily access the syllabus.
Candidates who pass the Computer-Based Examination (CBE) will become eligible to appear for stage 2, which is the Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE&MT). It will be conducted by the Delhi Police only at venues in Delhi. This stage is qualifying in nature (no marks are awarded), but it is mandatory to get selected.
The Physical Endurance Test (PET) for male candidates, including ex-servicemen and departmental candidates, is conducted as per the age-wise standards given below:
| Age Group | Race (1600 metres) | Long Jump | High Jump |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 30 years | 6 minutes | 14 feet | 3 feet 9 inches |
| Above 30 to 40 years | 7 minutes | 13 feet | 3 feet 6 inches |
| Above 40 years | 8 minutes | 12 feet | 3 feet 3 inches |
The Physical Measurement Test (PMT) is conducted only for candidates who qualify for the Physical Endurance Test (PET). The required physical standards are:
| Physical Measurement | Standard | Relaxation Details |
|---|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 170 cm | Relaxation of 5 cm (minimum 165 cm) for: • Residents of Hill Areas (Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, and candidates from Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Leh & Ladakh) • Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates • Sons of serving, retired, or deceased Delhi Police personnel or MTS(Valid certificate required from DC/DM/SDM/Tehsildar) |
| Chest | Normal: 81 cm Expanded: 85 cm (4 cm expansion) | Relaxation of 5 cm (76–80 cm) for: • Residents of the above Hill Areas • Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates • Sons of serving, retired, or deceased Delhi Police personnel or MTS(Valid certificate required) |
All relaxations are subject to producing valid supporting documents during the PMT.
The Physical Endurance Test (PET) standards for female candidates, including departmental candidates, are as follows:
| Age Group | Race (1600 metres) | Long Jump | High Jump |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 30 years | 8 minutes | 10 feet | 3 feet |
| Above 30 to 40 years | 9 minutes | 9 feet | 2 feet 9 inches |
| Above 40 years | 10 minutes | 8 feet | 2 feet 6 inches |
The Physical Measurement Test (PMT) will only be conducted for candidates who qualify in the Physical Endurance Test.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Physical Measurement Test | Conducted only for candidates who qualify in the Physical Endurance Tests. |
| Height Standard | Minimum 157 cm |
| Height Relaxation | – 2 cm for residents of Hill areas (Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, and candidates from Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Leh & Ladakh). Certificate required from DC/DM/SDM/Tehsildar (Annexure-IX format). – 2 cm for SC/ST candidates. – 5 cm for daughters of serving, retired, or deceased Delhi Police personnel/MTS. |
| Relaxation Eligibility | Relaxation granted only if applied for under the relevant category in the online application and supported by valid certificates at the time of PE&MT. |
| Appeal Process | – Candidates declared unqualified in physical standards (height and chest) can appeal on the same day through the Presiding Officer to the Appellate Authority. – The Appellate Authority’s decision is final; no further appeal or representation will be entertained. – No appeals are allowed for Physical Endurance Test results. |
| Conduct and Responsibility | – PE&MT and Medical Examination are solely conducted by Delhi Police. – SSC will not entertain any representation, appeal, RTI applications, or complaints (CPGRAMs) against decisions of PE&MT or Medical Examination. |
Once you clear the written exam and physical tests, you’ll need to meet certain medical standards to be considered fit for final selection. These standards ensure that candidates are physically capable of handling the duties of a police constable.
Here, we have provided the general medical fitness requirements that you should meet. It includes some criteria such as your overall health, vision, color blindness, medical history, and others. Go through these requirements in advance and check your eligibility with this.
| Criteria | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Overall Health | Must be in good health; free from any disease, defect, or deformity |
| Vision (Unaided) | 6/12 in both eyes without glasses |
| Spectacles / Eye Surgery | Not allowed (includes LASIK or any corrective surgery) |
| Color Blindness | Must be free from color blindness |
| Medical Relaxation | Not permitted for any category |
| Job-Interfering Conditions | Must not have any condition that can affect the performance of duties |
SSC has provided some policies related to tattoos on your body. Below are the guidelines that will help you determine where on your body a tattoo is allowed.
| Aspect | Permissible Guidelines |
|---|---|
| Content | Tattoos with religious symbols, figures, or names (as per Indian Army norms) |
| Location | – Inner side of the left forearm (non-saluting limb) – Back (dorsum) of hands |
| Size | Should be less than ¼ of the area of the concerned body part (e.g., elbow or hand) |
| Non-compliance | Tattoos outside these rules may lead to disqualification |
Note: All details provided in this blog are verified and sourced directly from the official notification of the Delhi Police Constable recruitment. You can check the notification for more details.
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The exam has 100 questions, a 90-minute duration, and includes four sections with negative marking of 0.25 marks.
There are three stages: Computer-Based Test, PE&MT, and Medical Examination.
There are four sections included in the computer-based exam. Sections are: General Knowledge, Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability, and Computer Fundamentals.
The negative marking in the Delhi Police Constable exam is 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
A total of 7565 vacancies have been released for male and female candidates.
The Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT) is qualifying in nature.
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