UPSC CAPF AC 2016 Question Paper with Answer Key, Check Detailed Solution PDF

May 14, 2026

Union Public Service Commission conducts the CAPF AC Exam every year to recruit candidates for the post of Assistant Commandants in forces such as BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. As per official records, the UPSC CAPF AC 2016 exam was conducted on Jun 26, 2016, in two sessions across India. The examination was held in two shifts: Paper I General Ability & Intelligence from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Paper II General Studies, Essay & Comprehension from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

UPSC CAPF AC 2016 Question Paper and Answer Key

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UPSC CAPF 2016 General Ability and Intelligence Question Paper and Answer Key PDF (Jun 26, 2016)	Download PDF	Attempt Now
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UPSC CAPF AC selection process includes a written exam, physical and medical tests, and a personality interview. Candidates must clear Paper 1 to qualify for Paper 2 evaluation. Those shortlisted undergo fitness tests and medical examinations. The final selection is based on written exam and interview marks, while the physical and medical stages are qualifying in nature.

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UPSC CAPF AC 2016 Question Paper FAQs

Ques: Was the UPSC CAPF AC 2016 exam conducted in offline or online mode?

Ans: The UPSC CAPF AC 2016 exam was conducted in offline mode pen and paper based across various centres in India.

Ques: Which papers were conducted on the same day in UPSC CAPF AC 2016 exam?

Ans: Both Paper 1 General Ability and Intelligence and Paper 2 General Studies Essay and Comprehension were conducted on the same day.

Ques: Is there negative marking in UPSC CAPF AC 2016 exam?

Ans: Yes there is negative marking in Paper 1 where one third of the marks are deducted for each incorrect answer while Paper 2 has no negative marking.

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