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title: "Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF): India's 7 Forces"
description: "The Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) are seven key organizations in India responsible for internal security and border guarding, crucial for national safety."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The Central Armed Police Forces are seven armed police organisations of India's Ministry of Home Affairs deployed for internal security, border guarding, and protective duties.
- Which seven forces make up the Central Armed Police Forces?
- Why are CAPF no longer called paramilitary forces?
- How does an officer join the CAPF?
- How do CAPF differ from state armed police?

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