The Union Public Service Commission will invite candidates who have been deemed qualified in the Medical Standard Tests to undertake an interview/personality test, which is the last phase of the UPSC CAPF AC exam 2023. Candidates who have been deemed medically unfit but have been given permission to appear before a “Review Medical Board” will be invited to a CAPF interview and personality test. The Personality Test carries 150 marks in total.

Only a few thousand applicants pass the test, and only a few hundred aspirants advance to the interview stage. The most relevant CAPF interview questions for the forthcoming exam are provided in this post.

Important Sources for Interview Questions Asked in the CAPF AC exam

  • It is commonly observed that for the past few years, 20% to 30% of questions have been asked from the Detailed Application Form(DAF). Be aware of the details that you fill in the form.
  • A major focus will also be on current affairs, treaties signed between nations, peace initiatives between nations, and the latest updates on a daily basis of the last 3 to 4 months.
  • For any government employee, one of the most-asked questions – Past job and reason why you left?
  • Basic questions from studies or graduation
  • Questions related to choices for this CAPF and not any other post
  • Future plans in case you do not qualify for the current CAPF interview

Interview Questions Asked in the CAPF AC exam

About Yourself

This is an important question and needs to be well-answered, as this can create a lasting impression on the interview board.

Prepare your introduction well and be ready with answers related to personal questions, including geographical preferences, family background, city information, and so on.

List of important questions for the UPSC CAPF AC Interview

  1. Tell me about yourself.
  2. Why did you choose to join the Central Armed Police Forces?
  3. Why was the CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, or BSF your first choice?
  4. How are the army, the paramilitary, and the CAPF different from one another?
  5. What are the issues with CAPF?
  6. Describe tribal issues and tribal development in India.
  7. Tell us something about SAARC and SAFTA.
  8. What are some of the social problems associated with your place?
  9. Explain some of the measures taken for web regulation.
  10. What is the impact of mining on the biodiversity of forests?
  11. Describe the Naxal issues and what is India’s policy towards its control
  12. What are the goals and objectives of ISIS?
  13. What are Fatalism and Maoism, and how are they different?
  14. Questions on FDI, inflation, import-export, and other relevant issues in the Economy are asked.
  15. Tell us something about the history of CAPF.
  16. Compare hockey, kabaddi and cricket. Which game will you choose between these three?
  17. Would it be a good idea to introduce self-driving cars in India
  18. What is the issue regarding the deployment of the Army in the Naxalite area?
  19. What is Armed Forces Special Powers Act?
  20.  How do you define a disturbed area?
  21. What is Corporate Social Responsibility?
  22. What are the pros and cons of the demand for new states?
  23. What is the difference between a small state and a large state?
  24. What are the causes of poverty, and what measures should be taken to control poverty?
  25. Comment on the Coalition government’s pros and cons.

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UPSC CAPF AC Interview Preparation Tips & Strategies

  1. Prepare properly with your DAF.
  2. Prepare for current events and attempt to create an opinion on every topic. Prepare 2-3 points for each issue, especially those involving internal security.
  3. Prepare the fundamentals of your graduation subject.
  4. Make a timetable for your CAPF preparation and stick to it.
  5. Socialize with folks who are preparing for or have passed the Assistant Commandant test. Use this opportunity to talk about preparedness and clear up any confusion.
  6. Make notes and personal study materials while studying. These are brief and effective, and they aid in last-minute revision. However, for other issues, you will need to conduct extensive research.
  7. Study topics around Internal Security thoroughly.
  8. Study interview transcripts of UPSC board members to get an idea of the questions that are to be asked.
  9. Make a case study of all UPSC board members.
  10. Listen to the relevant news and avoid listening to needless news focused on debate unless the issue requires it.
  11. Follow some memory strategies to accelerate your learning.
  12. Practise mock interviews in front of the mirror to enhance your confidence and to get an idea about your presentation skills and weaknesses.