SSC CPO Documents Checklist 2026

Stage-wise SSC CPO 2026 documents list for online application, photo & signature upload, Paper 1, PET/PST, Paper 2, medical examination and final document verification.

Application → Paper 1 → PET/PST → Paper 2 → Medical & DV
Photo, signature, ID proof, education, age proof, category, EWS, OBC‑NCL, ex‑servicemen, PwBD, NOC & more

SSC CPO 2026 – Stage-wise Document Requirements

In SSC CPO, candidates first upload scanned photograph and signature at the online application stage, then carry admit card and photo ID for Paper 1 and Paper 2, and finally present original certificates for medical examination and document verification.

Always follow the latest SSC CPO notification, exam instructions on admit card and SSC regional office notices because those mention the final and binding list of required documents and image sizes for your specific year.

1
Online Application & Image Upload

  • Scanned Photograph

    JPG/JPEG, 20–50 KB, about 3.5 × 4.5 cm, ~200 × 230 pixels, plain light background
    MANDATORY
    Used on SSC CPO admit card and attendance sheets; photo should be recent, clear, with face and eyes properly visible and no cap or sunglasses.

  • Scanned Signature

    JPG/JPEG, 10–20 KB, about 4.0 × 2.0 cm, ~140 × 60 pixels, black or blue ink on white paper
    MANDATORY
    Acts as specimen signature; must be in running handwriting (not capital letters) and will be matched with signatures done in exam and DV.

  • Basic Personal, Academic & ID Details

    Name, parents’ names, address, Class 10, 12 and graduation details, Aadhaar or other ID number, category details
    MANDATORY
    All information entered in SSC CPO application form is later verified with original certificates during document verification.
2
Paper 1 & Paper 2 Exam Centre

  • Printed SSC CPO Admit Card (Paper 1 / Paper 2)

    A4 print of admit card downloaded from SSC website for the specific paper and date
    MANDATORY
    Shows exam date, reporting time, venue, roll number and instructions; required for entry to SSC CPO examination hall.

  • Original Government Photo ID Proof

    Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving Licence or any other valid ID
    MANDATORY
    Verified along with admit card to confirm identity and prevent impersonation at SSC CPO exam centre.

  • Passport-size Photographs

    Two to three recent colour photographs, same as or similar to uploaded image
    Used as backup photos at the centre and may be required to paste on admit card or attendance sheet.
3
PET / PST (Physical Tests)

  • SSC CPO PET/PST Call Letter / Admit Card

    Printed call letter/admit card issued for Physical Endurance Test and Physical Standard Test
    MANDATORY
    Mention PET/PST date, venue and reporting time; without this, entry to physical test venue is not allowed.

  • Original Photo Identity Proof

    Same valid government photo ID as used in written exams
    MANDATORY
    Used to verify that the same candidate is appearing for PET/PST who cleared Paper 1.

  • Passport-size Photographs

    2–3 photos as per SSC instructions
    Can be used for physical test records and to attach with any forms filled at PET/PST centre.
4
Medical Examination & Final Document Verification

  • SSC CPO Admit Cards & Call Letters

    Printouts of Paper 1, Paper 2, PET/PST and medical/DV call letters (as asked)
    MANDATORY
    Help DV board link your performance and stages cleared; also used to confirm roll number and post applied.

  • Matriculation (Class 10) Certificate

    Original Class 10 certificate/marksheet + 2 self‑attested photocopies
    MANDATORY
    Serves as primary proof of date of birth and basic educational qualification for SSC CPO posts.

  • 12th & Graduation Mark Sheets / Certificates

    Original marksheets and degree/provisional certificate + photocopies
    MANDATORY
    Used to verify that minimum graduation requirement is fulfilled as on the specified date in SSC CPO notification.

  • Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC‑NCL)

    Original caste certificate in prescribed central government format + copies
    Required for candidates claiming SC/ST/OBC‑NCL reservation and age relaxation; OBC certificates generally must be from current financial year.

  • EWS Certificate – If Claimed

    Original EWS income & asset certificate for current financial year
    Mandatory to confirm EWS status if you applied under Economically Weaker Section category in SSC CPO form.

  • PvBD / Disability Certificate – If Applicable

    Original PwBD certificate in prescribed format + photocopies
    Needed for candidates claiming benchmark disability; confirms eligibility for reservation and relaxation if applicable in SSC CPO.

  • Ex‑Servicemen Documents – If Applicable

    Discharge certificate, service book/records and any other required proofs
    Required for ex‑servicemen candidates claiming reservation, age relaxation or benefit of military service in SSC CPO.

  • No Objection Certificate – If Employed

    NOC from present government/PSU employer, if serving
    Shows that your current employer has no objection to you joining SSC CPO post if selected.

  • Valid Photo Identity Proof

    Original Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID/Passport/Driving Licence + photocopies
    MANDATORY
    Primary ID proof at medical and DV; all details must match SSC CPO application and certificates.

  • Recent Passport-size Photographs

    At least 6–8 colour photographs, same style as application photo
    Used for service records, identity cards and any forms that must be filled at document verification or joining.

SSC CPO Photo and Signature Size – Upload Rules

SSC uses common image rules for many exams, including SSC CPO; wrong photo or signature size can lead to rejection of your application.

Document Format Size / Dimensions Key Rules
Photograph JPG / JPEG 3.5 × 4.5 cm, around 200 × 230 pixels, 20–50 KB Recent colour passport‑style photo; plain light background; face clearly visible; no cap, scarf or sunglasses; image must be sharp and not pixelated.
Signature JPG / JPEG About 4.0 × 2.0 cm, ~140 × 60 pixels, 10–20 KB Signature in black or blue ink on plain white paper; not in capital letters; no smudging; scan and crop properly before upload.

SSC CPO Documents – Quick FAQs

Answers to the most important SSC CPO document‑related doubts for Paper 1, PET/PST, Paper 2, medical and DV.

Which documents are required at the SSC CPO exam centre? ›
For SSC CPO Paper 1 and Paper 2 you must carry a printed SSC CPO admit card, an original government photo ID like Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence, and 2–3 recent passport‑size photographs.
Which documents are checked during SSC CPO document verification? ›
At SSC CPO document verification, officials check your 10th, 12th and graduation certificates, date of birth proof, category/EWS/PwBD or ex‑servicemen certificates if claimed, all SSC CPO admit cards, a valid photo ID, NOC if employed and several passport photographs.
How many photocopies of SSC CPO documents should I carry for DV? ›
It is safe to carry at least two self‑attested photocopies of each important document along with the originals, plus 8–10 passport‑size photos, to avoid any last‑minute issues at SSC CPO document verification.