If you are dreaming of a government job, then a police job can be your favorite. If you want to do a government job after 12th pass or graduation, then you should know about how to become a Sub Inspector, eligibility to become SI, and what is the salary of SI etc. Here is a guide of How to Become SI and SI Salary 2025 for you.

How to Become SI and SI Salary 2025: If you dream of serving the country and maintaining law and order, then becoming a Sub-Inspector (SI) can be a great option. Apart from the state examinations, examinations are also conducted from the center to become a police inspector as it is not only a respectable post but also gives stability in the job, good salary and social prestige. If you are wondering how to become an SI, what qualifications are required and how much salary is received, then read this article till the end.

Eligibility to become a Sub Inspector

To become a Sub-Inspector, recruitment takes place in different states in India which is conducted through the State Police Recruitment Board or SSC (Staff Selection Commission). Here the eligibility is as follows-

Graduation from a recognized university is mandatory

In some states, final year students can also apply
The minimum age limit is 20 years
The maximum age limit is 25 to 28 years (different according to the state)
Age relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.

Selection Process and Exam Pattern (How to Become SI)

To become an SI, one usually has to go through these steps-

Written Test – General Knowledge, Reasoning, Mathematics and English

Physical Test (PET/PMT) – Running, High Jump, Long Jump etc.

Medical Test – General Health Check

Document Verification and Merit List.

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What is the salary?

The salary of a sub-inspector may vary according to the central and state government. Here is the average salary-

Pay Scale: 35,400 to 1,12,400 (Level-6, 7th Pay Commission)

Initial Salary: 40,000 to 55,000 per month (including DA, HRA and other allowances)

Other benefits: Medical facility, pension, accommodation, and promotion opportunity.