CAPF (General Administration) Act, 2026: IPS Quotas Explained
Why in the news
A new Act replaces the force-by-force rules with one common administrative framework for India’s main central police forces, after receiving the President’s assent.
Key facts
- One system: one set of rules for Group A (General Duty) cadre, IPS deputationists and Army officers posted to these forces.
- Earlier position: forces such as BSF and CRPF had separate laws, causing inconsistent service conditions and legal disputes.
- Overriding effect: the Act and its rules prevail over other laws, older administrative orders and previous judgments.
- Continuity: existing financial benefits and service rules continue until new orders are issued under the Act.
| Rank | IPS deputation quota |
|---|---|
| DG and Special DG | 100% |
| Additional DG | Minimum 67% |
| Inspector General | 50% |
Forces covered
- CRPF – Central Reserve Police Force
- BSF – Border Security Force
- CISF – Central Industrial Security Force
- ITBP – Indo-Tibetan Border Police
- SSB – Sashastra Seema Bal
Significance
- Putting IPS percentages into law is meant to end long-running administrative and judicial debate.
- The government gets wide powers over command, control, promotions and recruitment.
Exam angle
- Number of forces covered: five.
- Quotas: DG 100%, ADG minimum 67%, IG 50%.
- Related terms: CAPF, deputation, Group A officers.