Constable vs Sub-Inspector
Side by side on pay, work, transfers and growth — so you can rank your preferences with confidence.
Pay level
Pay Level 3Pay Level 6
Starting in-hand
₹36,000–₹43,000 in-hand₹57,000–₹67,000 in-hand
Group
Group CGroup B
Exam
SSC GDSSC CPO
Qualification
10th passGraduate
Age limit
18–2320–25
Field work
highhigh
Stress (1–5)
44
Transfers
all indiaall india
First promotion
Head Constable (8–18 years, depends on the force)Inspector (6–10 years, varies by force)
Choose Constable if…
- ✓ Secure central job after Class 10
- ✓ Free food, housing and uniform reduce living costs
- ✓ Allowances in hard areas raise take-home pay
Choose Sub-Inspector if…
- ✓ Command responsibility early
- ✓ Hardship and risk allowances add noticeably to pay in field areas
- ✓ Departmental exam route to Assistant Commandant