Dreaming of becoming a Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police or CAPFs? The SSC CPO Physical Test 2025 is your make-or-break moment! 🚨 With events like the 1.6 km race in 6.5 minutes (for men) or 800 meters in 4 minutes (for women), this test separates the contenders from the pretenders. But don’t sweat it—this guide breaks down every detail, from height requirements to tattoo rules, with real-life training tips and expert insights. Let’s dive in!
This is where stamina meets strategy. Check the cut-off times and distances:
For Male Candidates
Event
Requirement
100m Race
16 seconds
1.6 km Race
6.5 minutes
Long Jump
3.65 meters
High Jump
1.2 meters
Shot Put (16 lbs)
4.5 meters
For Female Candidates
Event
Requirement
100m Race
18 seconds
800m Race
4 minutes
Long Jump
2.7 meters
High Jump
0.9 meters
Real-Life Example:“I trained for months, focusing on interval runs to shave seconds off my 1.6 km time. It paid off!” – Rohan, SSC CPO 2024 qualifier .
Medical & Tattoo Guidelines 🩺
Vision Standards
Distant Vision: 6/6 (better eye), 6/9 (worse eye)
Near Vision: N6 (better eye), N9 (worse eye)
Disqualifiers: Knock knees, flat feet, or squint eyes .
Tattoo Policy
Rule
Details
Content
No offensive designs; religious symbols allowed
Location
Inner forearm or dorsum of hands only
Size
≤¼ of the body part
Expert Insight:“Tattoos on the neck or face are instant rejections. Stick to traditional spots!” – Former CAPF Officer .
Training Tips to Ace the PET 🚀
1. Running Drills
Men: Practice 400m sprints + 2 km jogs to build speed and endurance.
Women: Mix 200m sprints with 1 km runs for 800m race prep.
2. Jump Training
Do plyometrics (box jumps, skipping) 3x/week to improve explosive power .
3. Shot Put (Men)
Focus on wrist strength and technique. Use 5 kg weights for practice.
Siddharth Patel is a career counselor and content creator focusing on recruitment notifications. He holds a degree in Management and has 7+ years of experience. Siddharth enjoys playing badminton and reading self-help books.
