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CAPF (General Administration) Bill, 2026

  • 02 Apr 2026

On 1st April 2026, the Rajya Sabha passed the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, aimed at creating a uniform framework for recruitment and service conditions of officers in CAPFs.

Key Points

  • Objective:
    • Standardise recruitment, promotion, and service conditions.
    • Strengthen internal security framework.
    • Improve cadre management and operational efficiency.
  • Key Provisions:
    • 50% posts of Inspector General (IG) to be filled by IPS officers on deputation.
    • Minimum 67% posts of Additional Director General (ADG) for IPS officers.
    • All posts of Special DG and DG reserved for IPS officers.
  • Unified Framework:
    • Provides umbrella structure for Group ‘A’ General Duty officers.
    • Covers recruitment, promotion, seniority, and service conditions.
  • Government Powers:
    • Centre empowered to frame rules under the Act.
    • Rules to be placed before Parliament for oversight.
  • Need for Reform:
    • Addresses fragmentation in service rules across CAPFs.
    • Aligns with expanded roles and responsibilities of forces.
  • Significance:
    • Enhances coordination between CAPFs, state police, and administration.
    • Strengthens cooperative federalism.
    • Ensures consistency and clarity in governance.
  • Concerns Raised:
    • Opposition flagged dominance of IPS officers in leadership roles.
    • Concerns over autonomy and structure of CAPFs.