IPS Officer
IPS (Indian Police Service) Officer is the senior most police officer, who commands the state in maintaining law and order and internal security by working with the State Policemen to achieve these objectives, he is also head of local government institutions like the CID, DGP or Commissioner of Police.
Key roles and responsibilities.
- Leadership
- Law enforcement
- Intelligence
- Disaster management
- Policy and training
- Security
- Investigation
CBI Officer
A CBI Officer refers to an officer with India's premier Investigative agency at Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), specializing in investigating crimes of serious nature such as corruption, economic offences and terrorism who are expected to have the highest order of integrity and skills in evidence collection needing often professional training to provide justice without fear or favour. They look into complicated cases having National & International ramifications, liaise with other departments and come under Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Core responsibilities and functions
- Investigation
- Coordination
- Prosecution
- Integrity
IPS vs CBI Exam
The IPS Exam is the part of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination (CSE) which is conducted at national level for recruitment to Indian Police Service (IPS), along with IAS, IFS. It is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission and comprises three stages – Prelims (Objective type), Mains (Written), and Personality Test (Interview) It is necessary to have a degree for applying in defense exam, citizen of India, passed physical medical tests and fulfilled some specific standards like height, chest etc.
The CBI exam is not a standalone examination, as selection takes place through national-level exams such as SSC CGL (for Sub-Inspectors/Inspectors) and UPSC Civil Services (for higher levels i.e. IPS who are deputed to the Central Bureau of Investigation). The process consists of two stages: computer based examination and interview, which tests general awareness (GK), reasoning ability, quantitative aptitude, English language skills & Analytical Skills for countering corruption crime in India.
| Feature | IPS | CBI |
|---|---|---|
| Primary exam | UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) | SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) for Sub-Inspectors |
| Recruitment body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Educational qualification | Bachelor’s degree in any stream | Bachelor’s degree in any stream |
| Age limit | 21 to 32 years | 20 to 30 years (Varies by post) |
| Entry level rank | Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) | Sub Inspector (SI) |
| Exam stages | 1. Prelims (Objective) 2. Mains (Descriptive) 3. Interview | 1. Tier-I (Objective) 2. Tier-II (Objective) 3. Physical/Medical |
| Senior recruitment | Direct entry via UPSC CSE | Deputation from IPS for senior ranks |
IPS and CBI Salary and Ranks
| Rank | Basic pay(monthly) |
|---|---|
| Deputy/Assistant Superintendent (Entry) | 56,100 |
| Additional SP | 67,700 |
| Superintendent of Police (SP) | 78,800 |
| Super Superintendent of Police (SSP) | 1,18,500 |
| Deputy Inspector General (DIG) | 1,31,100 |
| Inspector General (IG) | 1,44,200 |
| Additional Director General (ADG) | 2,05,400 |
| Director General (DGP) | 2,25,000 |
How to Join CBI
To join the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), candidates typically follow two primary direct recruitment routes through national-level examinations or join via deputation from other police services.
SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Exam
- This is the easy way to become Investigator grade II Officer. Candidature is open for Sub-Inspector (SI) also by passing this National Examination.
- Process: It comprises of Tier-I (objective type questions in reasoning ability, general awareness, quantitative aptitude and English), Tier-II (computer-based) & (Tier-III).
- Post-Selection: Selected candidates receive a rigorous 32-59-week training at CBI Academy in Ghaziabad.
UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE): This is meant for the senior Group-A posts.
- IPS Path: Majority of the prominent CBI officers enter the service from Indian Police Service (IPS). They can be appointed to the CBI after serving in state cadres.
- Direct Group-A: UPSC conducts standalone exams for group-A posts such as DySp whenever there is a vacancy.
Eligibility for CBI
| Criteria | Requirements for men | Requirements for women |
|---|---|---|
| Education | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Age limit | 20 to 30 years | 20 to 30 years |
| Age relaxation | OBC: +3 years; SC/ST: +5 years | OBC: +3 years; SC/ST: +5 years |
| Height | 160 cm | 150 cm |
| Chest | 76 cm with expansion. | Not applicable |
| Distant vision | 6/6 in one eye; 6/9 in the other eye (with or without glasses) | 6/6 in one eye; 6/9 in the other eye (with or without glasses) |
| Near vision | 0.6 in one eye; 0.8 in the other eye | 0.6 in one eye; 0.8 in the other eye |
CBI Course and Training
CBI courses and training, based at the CBI Academy in Ghaziabad, India are rigorous programs for handpicked officers (e.g. via SSC CGL for Sub-Inspectors) involving legal methodology to advanced police investigation (traditional / cyber / economic), forensic sciences assistance, intelligence primer and a detailed soft skills module primarily focusing on integrity, discipline, and fundamental human rights to tackle high-end crime cases of national & international ramifications. Training equips students to work as anti-corruption, economic offenses and general crime investigators.
FAQ'S
Q1. What is the main difference between CBI and IPS?
Ans. The basic difference is that IPS (Indian Police Service) is a service where we have officers in uniform who are responsible for maintaining law & order, heading the state and local police force and can appear for any kind of job or posting within the department and CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation) is a central investigation agency which investigates all major crimes like corruption, gigantic frauds, etc and most part officers from other services such as IPS are given charge.
Q2. How to become a CBI Officer?
Ans. In order to become a CBI Officer, you must generally pass the UPSC conducted Civil Services Exam (CSE) for the entry level position of Inspector/Assistant Superintendent of Police and then be promoted to rank above so, though class Xth should clear SSC exams if looking towards joining as an constable/sub inspector.
Q3. What is the role of an IPS officer?
Ans. IPS (Indian Police Service) Officer is the senior most police officer, who commands the state in maintaining law and order and internal security by working with the State Policemen to achieve these objectives, he is also head of local government institutions like the CID, DGP or Commissioner of Police.
Q4. Can you start your career in CBI after 12th?
Ans. No, you can't start a career in the CBI directly after 12th grade, you need a Bachelor's degree in any stream first, after which you can apply for Sub-Inspector posts through the SSC CGL exam.