Government jobPay Level 3Group CNon‑gazetted
Constable (Driver), Delhi Police
कांस्टेबल (ड्राइवर), दिल्ली पुलिस
Pay Level 3 post via SSC for men with a heavy vehicle licence — driving police vans, buses and trucks in Delhi.
Delhi Police · Ministry of Home Affairs · central government
In-hand pay at joining, per month
₹36,000–₹43,000
Lower in small towns, higher in metros. Work out your own city below.
- Exam
- SSC Delhi Police Driver
- Qualification
- 12th pass
- Age limit
- 21–30 years
- Transfers
- Rare
- Work hours
- Long shifts including nights and holidays
- Probation
- 2 years, including basic training
Estimated in-hand / month
₹38,268
Gross ₹41,940 · CTC ≈ ₹5.6 lakh/yr
Where are you posted?
Constable (Driver), Delhi Police · rates as of January 2026 (DA 60%). Excludes CGHS, GPF/insurance deductions and special allowances. Estimate only.
New to pay slips? Read how in-hand salary is worked out.
What you will actually do
- Driving PCR vans, patrol vehicles, buses, trucks and prisoner vans
- Daily checks and minor maintenance of the allotted vehicle
- Transporting police parties for bandobast and raids
- Keeping the vehicle log book and reporting defects
- General police duties with the unit when not driving
A typical day
You are attached to a police station, PCR unit, battalion or the motor transport section with one vehicle in your charge. A shift may mean hours parked at a PCR base point waiting for calls, or driving a bus of personnel to a rally before dawn and waiting to bring them back. You clean and check the vehicle daily and answer for any dent or breakdown. Hours are long because the vehicle is always needed.
Promotion path
Timelines are ranges and vary by cadre. See how promotions and MACP work.
Constable (Driver), Delhi Police (joining)
Pay Level 3
₹36,000–₹43,000 in-hand
Head Constable (Driver)
10–15 years · Level 4 · via dpc
₹42,000–₹50,000 in-hand
Assistant Sub-Inspector (Driver)
Further 8–12 years · Level 5 · via dpc
₹48,000–₹56,000 in-hand
Promotion timelines vary by cadre and vacancies. If not promoted, MACP gives a pay upgrade after 10, 20 and 30 years.
How to get in
Staff Selection Commission
- 1.Computer-based examination
- 2.Physical endurance and measurement test
- 3.Trade test (driving and vehicle maintenance)
- 4.Medical examination
Eligibility: Class 12 pass, a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle driving licence, the ability to drive heavy vehicles with confidence, and knowledge of vehicle maintenance. A learner's licence is not accepted. Open to male candidates only. Age 21–30. SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years; sportspersons, departmental candidates, ex-servicemen and wards of Delhi Police personnel as per the notification.
Physical standards: Height 170 cm, chest 81–85 cm; 1,600 m in 7 minutes, long jump 12.5 feet, high jump 3.5 feet (age up to 30). Height and chest are relaxable by 5 cm for hill and ST candidates.
The good
- Higher age limit (30) than the Executive Constable post
- Lifetime posting in Delhi
- Less confrontation with the public than beat duty
The hard parts
- Needs a heavy vehicle licence before applying
- Long waiting hours and responsibility for the vehicle
- Separate driver cadre with slow promotion
Postings
Only within Delhi: districts, PCR, traffic, security, armed battalions and the motor transport workshop.
Questions people ask
What is the in-hand salary of Constable (Driver), Delhi Police?+
Constable (Driver), Delhi Police is a Pay Level 3 post with a starting basic pay of ₹21,700. At current rates (DA 60%, January 2026), the starting in-hand salary is roughly ₹36,000–₹43,000 a month, depending on whether you are posted in a Z, Y or X class city.
What is the qualification and age limit for Constable (Driver), Delhi Police?+
Class 12 pass, a valid Heavy Motor Vehicle driving licence, the ability to drive heavy vehicles with confidence, and knowledge of vehicle maintenance. A learner's licence is not accepted. Open to male candidates only. Age: 21–30 years. Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years; sportspersons, departmental candidates, ex-servicemen and wards of Delhi Police personnel as per the notification.
Which exam do I need to clear for Constable (Driver), Delhi Police?+
SSC Delhi Police Driver (Staff Selection Commission).
Can women apply?+
No. The 2025 notice is for male candidates only.
Is a light vehicle licence enough?+
No. A valid Heavy Motor Vehicle licence is required on the closing date of applications.
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Sources
- SSC Constable (Driver) Male in Delhi Police 2025 notice (official PDF)
- Delhi Police — official website
This profile is being reviewed. Confirm details in the latest official notification. Salary computed from pay rules as of January 2026.