About This Course

• Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
• Educational Qualifications:

For Inspector and Sub-Inspector: A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.

For Assistant Sub-Inspector: A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.

For Constable: Must have passed the 10th class examination or equivalent from a recognized board.

• Age Limit:

For Inspector and Sub-Inspector: Between 20 and 30 years.

For Assistant Sub-Inspector: Between 18 and 30 years.

For Constable: Between 18 and 27 years.

Age relaxation is provided as per government rules:

SC/ST: 5 years.

OBC: 3 years.

Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules.

• Experience:

For Inspector and Sub-Inspector: At least 2 years of experience in the field of investigation or intelligence work.

For Assistant Sub-Inspector: Experience in the field of investigation or intelligence work is desirable but not mandatory.

For Constable: No prior experience is required.

• Physical Fitness: Candidates must demonstrate excellent physical and mental fitness.
• Background Checks: Candidates must have a clean legal record, free of any criminal background or pending court cases.

Recruitment Pathways

• Direct Recruitment: NIA recruits candidates directly through competitive exams and interviews.
• Deputation: Officers from other government departments, such as the police or armed forces, can be deputed to NIA.

Exam Details

• Written Exam: Objective-type multiple-choice questions covering General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical/Analytical Ability, and English Language.
• Physical Test: Physical endurance and measurement tests to assess the candidate’s physical fitness.
• Interview: Personal interview to evaluate the candidate’s suitability for the role.

Inspector and Sub-Inspector

Assistant Sub-Inspector

Constable