The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced a major change in the SSC & Delhi Police Recruitment Exam 2025. This time, nearly 8 lakh candidates are expected to appear for the exam, with 3073 vacancies available across Delhi Police, CAPF, ITBP, and other forces.
The big update is related to the exam pattern and timing. Until now, candidates had a combined duration to attempt all sections. But from 2025 onwards, each section will be allotted a fixed 30 minutes. This means candidates must finish one section within the given time, and then only they can move to the next section.
This change is designed to make the recruitment process more transparent and reduce unfair practices. However, it will also bring some challenges for aspirants, especially in subjects like Maths and Reasoning.
Three Big Impacts of This New SSC & Delhi Police Exam Pattern
1. Less Time for Preparation
Since the notification will be released around October 2025 and the exam is scheduled for November–December 2025, candidates will get less time to prepare. Aspirants must start their preparation early to adapt to the new sectional time-limit system.
2. Difficulty in Maths & Reasoning
Earlier, candidates used to spend more time on Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. But now, strict sectional timing (30 minutes each) will make it harder to attempt maximum questions. This will directly affect accuracy and cutoff scores.
3. Sectional Cut-Off Will Play a Big Role
With separate timings, candidates cannot focus on just one strong subject. They need to perform well in all four sections:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Knowledge & Awareness
- Quantitative Aptitude (Maths)
- English Language
Failure in even one section can drastically reduce the overall score.
Vacancy Distribution (Total: 3073)
- Delhi Police: 212
- CAPF: 1229
- ITBP: 223
- SSB: 399
- CISF: 606
- CRPF: 111
- BSF: 293
Conclusion
The new SSC & Delhi Police Bharti 2025 exam pattern is a game-changer. With 30 minutes fixed per section, aspirants need a smart strategy and time-bound practice to succeed. While the change increases fairness, it also makes the exam tougher. So, candidates should begin preparation early, focus on accuracy, and practice mock tests based on the new pattern.
FAQs on SSC & Delhi Police Bharti 2025
Q1. How many vacancies are available in SSC & Delhi Police Recruitment 2025?
A total of 3073 vacancies are announced.
Q2. What is the major change in the exam pattern?
Each section will now have a fixed 30 minutes.
Q3. When will the exam be conducted?
The exam is scheduled for November–December 2025.
Q4. Will sectional cut-off apply in this exam?
Yes, candidates must score well in all sections due to fixed timing.
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