📝 Short Information: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for Head Constable (Assistant Wireless Operator / Tele-Printer Operator, AWO/TPO) 2025 in Delhi Police. Eligible candidates across India can apply online via the SSC portal. This is a rare opportunity for aspirants seeking a stable central police service role. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully before submitting the online form.
In this article, we provide complete details on SSC Delhi Police (AWO/TPO) 2025, including eligibility, age limit, total vacancies, selection procedure, exam pattern, application process, and direct links to apply online, download the official PDF, and join WhatsApp & Telegram updates.
🪪 SSC Delhi Police (AWO/TPO) Vacancy 2025 – Overview
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Head Constable (Assistant Wireless Operator / Tele-Printer Operator, AWO/TPO) |
| Total Vacancies | 552 (Male: 370, Female: 182) |
| Application Start | 24 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 October 2025 (23:00 hrs) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16 October 2025 (23:00 hrs) |
| Correction Window | 23 October – 25 October 2025 (23:00 hrs) |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | December 2025 / January 2026 |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
📢 SSC Delhi Police (AWO/TPO) – Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 24 September 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration | 15 October 2025 (23:00 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 16 October 2025 (23:00 hrs) |
| Correction Window | 23 – 25 October 2025 (23:00 hrs) |
| Tentative Computer Based Exam | December 2025 / January 2026 |
| Admit Card | Uploaded on SSC website; notice also on Delhi Police website |
| Helpline | 1800 30 930 63 |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Female | Exempted |
| Mode of Payment | Net Banking / BHIM UPI / Debit / Credit Card |
📚 Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 – 27 years as on 01.07.2025 (Born between 02 July 1998 – 01 July 2007) |
| Age Relaxation | – SC/ST: +5 years – OBC: +3 years – Ex-Servicemen: Allowed deductions as per rules – Departmental Candidates (Delhi Police ≥3 yrs service): UR 40 / OBC 43 / SC/ST 45 yrs – Widows / Divorced / Judicially separated women: UR 35 / OBC 38 / SC/ST 40 yrs – Sportsmen/Sportswomen of distinction: +5 yrs; SC/ST sports: up to +10 yrs |
| Educational Qualification | – Passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary / Intermediate) with Science & Mathematics OR – National Trade Certificate (NTC) in Mechanic-cum-Operator Electronic Communication System |
| Professional / Skill Requirements | – Proficiency in Computer Operation – Typing / Word Processing Test in English: 1000 key depressions in 15 minutes – Basic Computer Test: MS Office, printing, opening/closing, saving files |
| Additional Conditions | – Must be a citizen of India – Valid caste / EWS / OBC / Ex-servicemen certificates required during document verification – Category-based relaxations are provisional until verified |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Gender | Category | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | Open | 126 | 29 | 76 | 33 | 21 | 285 |
| Male | Ex-Servicemen | 16 | 4 | 9 | 11 | 9 | 49 |
| Male | Departmental | 16 | 4 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 36 |
| Male Total | — | 158 | 37 | 94 | 48 | 33 | 370 |
| Female | Open | 70 | 16 | 42 | 21 | 14 | 163 |
| Female | Departmental | 8 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 19 |
| Female Total | — | 78 | 18 | 47 | 23 | 16 | 182 |
| Overall Total | — | 236 | 55 | 141 | 71 | 49 | 552 |
Note: Vacancies are provisional and may change as per Delhi Police reports.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the SSC official website: https://ssc.gov.in
- Register through One-Time Registration (OTR) on SSC portal.
- Login and start filling the AWO/TPO 2025 online form.
- Enter personal, academic, and contact details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature (JPEG 10–20 KB).
- Pay the application fee online before 16 October 2025 (if applicable).
- Use Correction Window (23–25 Oct 2025) to modify details; charges: ₹200 for first, ₹500 for second.
- Submit final application and take printout / PDF of confirmation.
⚖️ Selection Process & Exam Pattern
| Stage | Description | Marks / Qualifying |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam (CBE) | Objective Type; conducted by SSC | 100 Q, 100 marks, 90 min, 0.25 negative marking |
| Physical Endurance & Measurement Test (PE&MT) | Conducted by Delhi Police; qualifying | Qualifying in nature |
| Typing / Skill / Trade Test | Conducted by Delhi Police; qualifying | Qualifying in nature |
| Document Verification & Medical Exam | Delhi Police | Final verification |
| Final Merit & Reserve Panel | Based on merit in above stages | Reserve panel 15% category-wise |
CBE Syllabus (Indicative):
- General Awareness – 20 Q, 20 marks
- General Science – 25 Q, 25 marks
- Mathematics – 25 Q, 25 marks
- Reasoning / Intelligence – 20 Q, 20 marks
- Computer Fundamentals – 10 Q, 10 marks
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | SSC Portal |
| Download Notification PDF | SSC PDF |
| Official Delhi Police Website | https://delhipolice.gov.in |
| Internal Link | SSC Delhi Police Constable 2025 |
❓ FAQs – SSC Delhi Police (AWO/TPO) 2025
Q. Last date to apply?
🗓️ 15 October 2025 (23:00 hrs)
Q. Exam date?
📅 December 2025 / January 2026 (Tentative)
Q. Total vacancies?
552 (Male: 370, Female: 182)
Q. Age limit?
18–27 years as on 01.07.2025; relaxations as per category rules
Q. Selection process?
CBE → PE&MT → Typing/Skill Test → Document & Medical Verification
Q. Fee for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female?
Exempted
Q. Official website?
https://ssc.gov.in
Q. Can female candidates apply?
Yes; 182 vacancies are reserved for female candidates
Q. Documents required?
10+2 certificate, NTC (if applicable), caste/EWS/OBC/ESM certificate, photo & signature, etc.
Q. How to download official PDF?
Direct PDF: SSC PDF
Q. What is the pay scale for SSC Delhi Police HC (AWO/TPO)?
Pay Level-4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Group C)
Q. Is the Delhi Police HC (AWO/TPO) post permanent?
Yes, it is a central government permanent position.
Q. What is the marking scheme of the Computer Based Exam (CBE)?
Each question carries 1 mark; 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q. Will the CBE be conducted in multiple languages?
Yes, in English and Hindi only.
Q. What is the duration of the Computer Based Exam?
90 minutes for 100 questions.
Q. How many candidates are shortlisted for PE&MT?
20 times the number of vacancies in each category based on CBE merit.
Q. What are the physical standards for PE&MT?
Physical standards vary for males and females; exact details provided in SSC notification.
Q. Is there a height requirement for female candidates?
Yes, as per Delhi Police rules; details in official notification.
Q. What is the nature of the Skill / Trade Test?
Typing test and basic computer operation, qualifying in nature.
Q. Is there a negative marking in the CBE for wrong answers?
Yes, 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
Q. Can departmental candidates of Delhi Police apply?
Yes, provided they have ≥3 years of regular service and meet educational/skill criteria.
Q. Are sports quotas available for this recruitment?
Yes, 5 years age relaxation for distinguished sportsmen/sportswomen.
Q. What documents are needed for document verification?
Educational certificates, caste/EWS/OBC/ESM certificates, photo ID, proof of age, PE&MT admit card.
Q. Can a candidate from any state apply?
Yes, candidates from all over India are eligible.
Q. How will the Admit Card be issued?
Admit card will be uploaded on the SSC website; notice also on Delhi Police website.
Q. What happens if a candidate fails in PE&MT or Typing Test?
They will be disqualified from further selection.
Q. Is there a medical fitness requirement?
Yes, candidates must pass the Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME).
Q. Can candidates apply offline?
No, applications are accepted only online.
Q. Will there be any counselling or interview?
No, selection is based purely on CBE, PE&MT, Skill Test, and document verification.
Q. Is there a chance of modification in vacancy numbers?
Yes, vacancies are provisional and may change according to Delhi Police reports.
