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Head Constable vs Head Constable

Side by side on pay, work, transfers and growth — so you can rank your preferences with confidence.

Head ConstableHead Constable

Pay level

Pay Level 4Pay Level 4

Starting in-hand

₹42,000–₹50,000 in-hand₹42,000–₹50,000 in-hand

Group

Group CGroup C

Exam

SSC Delhi Police Head ConstableSSC Delhi Police Head Constable

Qualification

12th pass12th pass

Age limit

18–2718–25

Field work

lowlow

Stress (1–5)

32

Transfers

rarerare

First promotion

Assistant Sub-Inspector (Communication) (8–12 years)Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) (8–12 years)

Choose Head Constable if…

  • ✓ Level 4 entry with indoor technical work
  • ✓ Age limit of 27, higher than the constable posts
  • ✓ Posting only in Delhi

Choose Head Constable if…

  • ✓ Level 4 pay with police allowances and office hours
  • ✓ Posting only in Delhi
  • ✓ Far less street duty than a constable