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SSC CPO Previous Year Question Papers are an important preparation resource for candidates appearing for the SSC CPO 2026 examination. Solving previous year papers helps aspirants understand the question pattern, difficulty level, important topics and time requirements of the examination. In this article, candidates can find SSC CPO Previous Year Question Papers PDF and download the papers for preparation!
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SSC CPO Previous Question Papers 2026
Interested candidates can now download the SSC CPO Question paper from previous years pdf for free from here:
SSC CPO Question Paper with Answers 2019-2020
| SSC CPO Previous Question Papers | |
| 8 Nov 2020 | |
| 26 July 2020 | |
| 27 September 2019 | |
| 8 October 2019 |
SSC CPO
1: In a certain code language, ‘ROK’ is written as ‘44’ and ‘MIG’ is written as ‘29’. What will be the code for ‘TAL’ in that code language?
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts all India Recruitment tests for the selection of SI in Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in CISF. Through SSC Central Police Organisation(CPO) recruitment drive candidates are selected for the post of Sub Inspector in Delhi Police, Sub Inspector in CAPFs, Assistant Sub Inspector in CISF, Inspector posts and Sub Inspector Posts.
SSC CPO 2026 Exam Pattern
The SSC CPO Selection process has four stages:
Stage 01: Written examinations (CBT)
Stage 02: Physical efficiency test, and physical endurance test
Stage 03: Descriptive test
Stage 04: Medical test
SSC CPO Exam Pattern – Prelims
| Paper 01 | Subject | Mode of Exam | Exam Duration |
Maximum Number of Questions
|
Maximum Marks |
| Part A | General Intelligence and Reasoning | Computer based-Objective type | 02 hours | 50 | 50 |
| Part B | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 50 | 50 | ||
| Part C | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | ||
| Part D | English Comprehension | 50 | 50 | ||
| Total Marks: 200 | |||||
- For every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
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SSC CPO Exam Pattern – Mains
SSC CPO Paper-II tests candidates on English Language and Comprehension. The paper consists of 200 questions carrying 200 marks, with a duration of 2 hours.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| English Language & Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours |
SSC CPO Physical Standard Test and Physical Endurance Test
Physical Standard Test (for all Posts)
| SL NO | Category of Candidates | Height
(in cm) |
Chest (in cm)Unexpanded | Chest (in cm)Expanded |
| 01 | For male candidates only (UR) | 170 | 80 | 85 |
| 02 | For candidates belonging to Hill areas of
Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North-Eastern States and Sikkim. |
160 | 80 | 85 |
| 03 | For all candidates belonging to
Scheduled Tribes |
162.5 | 77 | 82 |
| 04 | For Female candidates only (UR) | 157 | – | – |
| 05 | For female candidates belonging to Hill areas
of Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, Gorkhas, Dogras, Marathas, Kashmir Valley, Leh & Ladakh regions of J&K, North-Eastern States and Sikkim |
155 | – | – |
| 06 | For all female candidates belonging to
Scheduled Tribes |
154 | – | – |
Physical Endurance Test (PET) (For all posts)
For male candidates only
- 100-meter race in 16 seconds
- 1.6 km race in 6.5 minutes
- Long Jump- 3.65 meters in 3 chances
- High Jump- 1.2 meters in 3 chances
- Shot put (16 Lbs)- 4.5 meters in 3 chance
For female candidates only
- 100-meter race in 18 seconds
- 800-meter race in 4 minutes
- Long Jump- 2.7 meters in 3 chances
- High Jump- 0.9 meters in 3 chances
PST/ PET will not carry any marks but will be of qualifying nature.
SSC CPO Descriptive Paper: Stage 03
| Subject | Mode | Time Duration | Number of Questions
|
Maximum Marks |
| English language & Comprehension | Objective | 2 hours | 200 | 200 |
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SSC CPO Previous Year Question Paper – Preparation Strategy
A simple three-stage approach can make PYQ practice more effective.
Stage 1 – Learn: Complete the SSC CPO syllabus and build your basic concepts.
Stage 2 – Practise: Solve previous year questions topic-wise and identify commonly tested concepts.
Stage 3 – Test: Attempt complete previous year papers under exam-like conditions and analyse your performance.
This approach allows candidates to use PYQs not only as practice material but also as a tool for identifying areas that require further revision.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I download SSC CPO Previous Year Question Papers?
Candidates can download SSC CPO previous year question papers from the year-wise links provided in this article.
Are SSC CPO previous year papers useful for the 2026 examination?
Yes. Previous year papers can help candidates understand the question pattern, difficulty level and topics tested in earlier examinations. However, candidates should always refer to the latest SSC notification for the current examination pattern and rules.
Does SSC CPO have Paper-I and Paper-II?
Yes. The SSC CPO selection process includes Paper-I, PET/PST, Paper-II and the subsequent medical examination stages. Paper-I covers four subjects, while Paper-II focuses on English Language and Comprehension.
How many questions are asked in SSC CPO Paper-I?
SSC CPO Paper-I consists of 200 questions carrying 200 marks, with 50 questions each from General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension.
How can SSC CPO PYQs improve my preparation?
PYQs can help you understand the examination structure, practise actual previous question types, identify weak areas and improve time management through timed practice.
