Height Converter — cm to Feet & Army / Police Eligibility
Convert height between centimetres and feet/inches, then instantly check if you meet the height standard for Army, CRPF, BSF, CISF, RPF, NDA, or Agniveer recruitment.
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Min required: 170 cm (5'6.9") — 157cm for Gorkha/Hill regions
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Height Standards for Indian Army, Police & Paramilitary Forces 2026
Official minimum height requirements for major government defence and security force recruitments.
| Force / Category | Min. Height (cm) | Min. Height (ft) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Army — General/OBC/SC (Male) | 170 | 5'7" | Standard chest 77 cm / 82 cm. Relaxation for hill states: 157 cm. |
| Indian Army — Gorkha / Hill / Tribal (Male) | 157 | 5'2" | Applies to J&K, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, NE states, etc. |
| Indian Army — Female (All categories) | 152 | 5'0" | All female candidates regardless of category. |
| CRPF — General/OBC (Male) | 170 | 5'7" | Constable GD, SI posts. Weight proportionate to height. |
| CRPF — SC/ST/North-East (Male) | 162.5 | 5'4" | Relaxed for SC, ST, and NE states candidates. |
| CRPF — Female (All) | 157 | 5'2" | All female CRPF candidates. |
| BSF — General/OBC (Male) | 170 | 5'7" | Standard height for BSF Constable GD and Head Constable. |
| BSF — SC/ST (Male) | 162.5 | 5'4" | Relaxation for SC and ST category candidates in BSF. |
| CISF — General/OBC (Male) | 170 | 5'7" | Standard CISF Constable/HC/ASI height requirement. |
| CISF — SC/ST/OBC Hill (Male) | 162.5 | 5'4" | Hill area OBC and SC/ST relaxation. |
| RPF / RPSF — SI & Constable (Male) | 165 | 5'5" | Both Sub-Inspector and Constable posts. |
| RPF / RPSF — Female (All posts) | 157 | 5'2" | Female SI and Constable candidates. |
| NDA (National Defence Academy) | 157 | 5'2" | Minimum for NDA candidates before further branch-specific standards. |
| Agniveer Army — General (Male) | 170 | 5'7" | Relaxation for hill/tribal regions same as Army recruitment rallies. |
| SSB (Intelligence Bureau) | 165 | 5'5" | General guideline; verify with specific notification. |
* Standards may vary slightly between recruitment cycles. Always verify from the official recruitment notification.
Quick Height Reference — cm to Feet & Inches
Common heights in centimetres with their feet and inches equivalents.
| Height (cm) | Feet | Inches remaining | As ft'in" |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 | 4 | 11.1" | 4'11.1" |
| 155 | 5 | 1" | 5'1" |
| 157 | 5 | 1.8" | 5'1.8" |
| 160 | 5 | 3" | 5'3" |
| 162 | 5 | 3.8" | 5'3.8" |
| 163 | 5 | 4.2" | 5'4.2" |
| 165 | 5 | 5" | 5'5" |
| 168 | 5 | 6.1" | 5'6.1" |
| 170 | 5 | 6.9" | 5'6.9" |
| 172 | 5 | 7.7" | 5'7.7" |
| 175 | 5 | 8.9" | 5'8.9" |
| 178 | 5 | 10.1" | 5'10.1" |
| 180 | 5 | 10.9" | 5'10.9" |
| 183 | 6 | 0" | 6'0" |
| 185 | 6 | 0.8" | 6'0.8" |
How to Use This Height Converter
Choose Input Format
Select "Centimetres (cm)" if you know your height in cm, or "Feet + Inches" if you know it in the imperial system. You can switch between modes at any time.
Enter Your Height
For cm mode: type your height e.g. "172". For ft+inches: enter feet and inches separately. The conversion happens instantly in both directions.
Select the Force or Exam
Pick the recruitment you want to check from the dropdown: Army Male (General), Army Female, CRPF, BSF, CISF, RPF, NDA, Agniveer, etc. The required minimum height is shown below the selector.
Read the Result
The result shows your height in both cm and ft/in, then a green (eligible) or red (not eligible) card for the selected force, including how many cm above or below the minimum you are.
Check Multiple Forces
Change the force selector to check eligibility for different recruitments without re-entering your height. This is useful if you are applying to multiple forces.
Frequently Asked Questions
1What is the minimum height for Indian Army Male candidates?
The minimum height for Indian Army male candidates from the General, OBC, and SC categories is 170 cm (approximately 5 feet 6.9 inches). For candidates from Gorkha, hill states, and tribal regions (including Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, and Garhwali and Kumaoni regions), the minimum height is relaxed to 157 cm (about 5 feet 1.8 inches). Female Army candidates require a minimum height of 152 cm.
2What is the height requirement for CRPF Constable?
For CRPF Constable GD posts: Male candidates from General and OBC categories need a minimum height of 170 cm. Male candidates from SC, ST, and North-Eastern states get a relaxation — the minimum is 162.5 cm. For female CRPF candidates, the minimum height is 157 cm regardless of category. Height is measured at the time of Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) by medical staff.
3How do I convert 5 feet 8 inches to centimetres?
To convert feet and inches to centimetres: first convert everything to inches (5×12 + 8 = 68 inches), then multiply by 2.54 (68 × 2.54 = 172.72 cm). So 5 feet 8 inches equals approximately 172.7 cm. Our calculator does this conversion instantly in both directions. Common conversions: 5'5" = 165.1 cm, 5'6" = 167.6 cm, 5'7" = 170.2 cm (Army minimum), 5'10" = 177.8 cm, 6'0" = 182.9 cm.
4What height is needed for RPF Constable and SI?
For RPF (Railway Protection Force) posts — both Sub-Inspector and Constable — the minimum height for male candidates is 165 cm. Female candidates (both SI and Constable) need a minimum height of 157 cm. RPF also checks weight (proportionate to height), chest measurement for male candidates, and running ability in the Physical Efficiency Test. The height is measured in the Physical Standard Test (PST) stage of selection.
5Is there a maximum height limit for Army or police recruitment?
Generally, there is no maximum height limit for Indian Army or police recruitment. The height standards specify only a minimum. However, for the Air Force (Flying Branch under NDA/CDS), there are specific height limits: minimum 162.5 cm and maximum 196.5 cm, with a leg length requirement of 99–120 cm. These limits exist because aircraft cockpit design sets practical constraints. For Army, CRPF, BSF, CISF, RPF, and other paramilitary forces, only the minimum height applies.
6Does height relaxation apply to OBC candidates in Army/Police?
Height relaxation in Army and paramilitary forces is given primarily based on region (hill/tribal area) and category (SC/ST), not for OBC candidates in general. Specifically: for CRPF, BSF, and CISF, SC and ST candidates get a relaxation (typically 162.5 cm instead of 170 cm), but OBC candidates from plains areas must meet the same standard as General/UR (170 cm). OBC candidates from hill/tribal areas may get relaxation in some forces — check the specific notification.
7What is the minimum height for NDA (National Defence Academy)?
The minimum height for NDA candidates is 157 cm. After passing NDA, candidates are allocated to Army, Navy, or Air Force. Each service has additional height standards: for Indian Air Force Flying Branch, the range is 162.5 cm to 196.5 cm; for Naval Aviation, similar constraints apply. For ground duties and Army entry through NDA, the 157 cm minimum is the primary requirement. Height is checked at the SSB medical examination, not at the written exam stage.
8How is height measured during police/Army physical tests?
Height is measured using a stadiometer (a calibrated upright scale with a horizontal headboard). Candidates must stand erect without footwear, with heels together, and the back of the head, shoulder blades, buttocks, and heels touching the measuring board. Candidates should not tilt their heads up or pull themselves up unnaturally. The measurement is taken by a trained medical officer or examiner. Candidates who are borderline (within 1–2 cm of the minimum) may sometimes be re-measured, but there is no formal re-measurement entitlement.