Assistant Commandant aspirants should spend time with past UPSC CAPF papers, as the exam has two very different papers. Paper I tests general ability, while Paper II asks for writing and comprehension.
Practising both helps you plan your time for each. Find more on our Question Papers page.
UPSC CAPF AC Previous Year Question Papers: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | UPSC CAPF (Assistant Commandants) |
| Conducted By | Union Public Service Commission |
| Stages | Written Exam, PET and Medical, Interview |
| Paper I | General Ability and Intelligence, 250 marks |
| Paper II | General Studies, Essay and Comprehension, 200 marks |
Available Previous Year Papers
UPSC keeps past question papers on its official website, where they are listed by exam and year. Please look for the CAPF (Assistant Commandants) entries for the year you want. We are not listing specific years here, as we could not confirm each file.
Official and Other Papers
Only papers on the UPSC site are official. Memory-based papers, model papers and mock tests can help with practice, but they are not the original papers. Always check the source before relying on any file.
How to Download Question Papers
On an Android phone:
- Open the UPSC previous question papers page in Chrome.
- Look for the CAPF exam and your chosen year.
- Tap the PDF for Paper I or Paper II.
- Find it later in your Downloads folder.
On a computer:
- Open the same page.
- Press Ctrl + F and search for “CAPF”.
- Open the PDF and click download.
Benefits of Solving Previous Year Papers
- You understand how UPSC tests general ability.
- You see the kind of essays and comprehension passages Paper II uses.
- You learn how long each section really takes.
- You find the subjects that need more work.
How to Use Papers for Preparation
Paper I: Solve it on a timer, and track which areas you miss most. Since it carries 250 marks, it deserves regular practice over many weeks.
Paper II: Write your answers by hand. Typing or only reading a model answer will not prepare you for writing in the exam. Keep your old answers, so you can see your improvement.
The written exam is only the first stage. Physical and medical tests and an interview follow, so start your fitness routine early too. This is general advice and not a UPSC instruction.
How to Analyse Your Performance
For Paper I, sort your mistakes by subject and by type. Did you not know the fact, or did you misread the question? Please check the marking scheme in the official notification before you score yourself.
For Paper II, ask a teacher or a serious fellow aspirant to read your essays. Look at structure, clarity and grammar. Rewrite one essay after getting comments, because that is often where the real learning happens.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| UPSC Previous Question Papers | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Related: UPSSSC PET Previous Year Question Papers and our Latest Sarkari Naukri page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many marks is Paper I?
It carries 250 marks.
How many marks is Paper II?
It carries 200 marks.
Is the written exam the only stage?
No. PET and Medical tests and an Interview follow.
Are memory-based papers official?
No. Only UPSC-published papers are official.