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Sub-Inspector vs Sub-Inspector

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

Sub-InspectorSub-Inspector

Pay level

Pay Level 7Pay Level 6

Starting in-hand

₹72,000–₹84,000 in-hand₹57,000–₹67,000 in-hand

Group

Group BGroup C

Exam

SSC CGLSSC CPO

Qualification

GraduateGraduate

Age limit

20–3020–25

Field work

highhigh

Stress (1–5)

45

Transfers

all indiarare

First promotion

Inspector (5–8 years)Inspector (12–18 years)

Choose Sub-Inspector if…

  • ✓ Real investigation work on important cases
  • ✓ Level 7 pay plus a CBI-specific allowance
  • ✓ Strong standing of the organisation

Choose Sub-Inspector if…

  • ✓ Posting only in Delhi, with no transfer out
  • ✓ Real authority and varied work
  • ✓ Level 6 pay plus police allowances