Physical Standards
Candidates need to meet specific physical standards to qualify for the DV and PST stages. For example, general category candidates must have a height of at least 168 cm and a chest measurement of 79-84 cm, while those from the Scheduled Tribes must be a minimum of 160 cm tall with a chest of 77-82 cm.
| Category | Height | Chest |
|---|
| UR / OBC / SC | 168 cm | 79–84 cm |
| ST | 160 cm | 77–82 cm |
Minimum Weight Requirements
To participate in the physical tests, candidates also need to meet weight requirements. For both the general category and Scheduled Tribe candidates, the minimum weight is set at 40 kg. However, height requirements differ as mentioned earlier.
| Category | Height | Minimum Weight |
|---|
| UR / OBC / SC | 152 cm | 40 kg |
| ST | 147 cm | 40 kg |
Running Test Details
Candidates will also need to complete a running test as part of the selection process. Male candidates must run 4.8 km within 28 minutes, while female candidates are required to complete 2.4 km in 16 minutes. This physical test is crucial for advancing in the recruitment process.
| Category | Race Distance | Time Duration |
|---|
| Male | 4.8 km | 28 minutes |
| Female | 2.4 km | 16 minutes |