To become an officer in Central Bureau of Investigation ( CBI ) is a dream of many youth in India. Though this elite investigation agency is popular among public, many do not know the procedure to join CBI as an officer. This article explains the various criteria, eligibility, exam pattern and procedure to become a CBI officer. Two different agencies conduct examinations to fill vacancies in CBI. They are UPSC and SSC. To become a group A officer in CBI, you must choose Civil Service Examination conducted by UPSC and become an IPS officer. To join as Sub Inspector in CBI, you must go through SSC CGL examination.
Where to Apply
If you are dreaming to become an Officer in CBI, you must pass the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL ) conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC) in every year. You must wait for the next SSC CGL notification and prepare for the same. It is a 4 tier examination which includes two online objective type exams and one descriptive type using pen and paper. Final stage is document verification. The official website to get the SSC CGL notification:
http://ssc.nic.in/
Exam Pattern Of Sub Inspector in CBI
To become a Sub Inspector in Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI ), you must pass SSC Combined Graduate Level Exam. There are four stages in Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL ) conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Only after the successful completion of all 4 stages, you can join as sub Inspector in CBI.
Repeated Questions in Objective Test
Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams in CBI Sub Inspector test (SSC CGL) is objective type. You can expect questions from GK and Mental ability. Some of the expected questions based on previous years question papers are given below.
Age Limit
The age limit to apply for Sub Inspector in Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI ) is 20-30 years. Earlier the upper age limit for general category candidates to apply for SI post in CBI was 27 but now it is revised to 30 years. For OBC category, the upper age limit to join CBI as Sub Inspector is 33 and for SC/ST category, it is 35 years.
CBI Sub Inspector Eligibility Criteria
To become a CBI Officer by SSC CGL examination, you must satisfy following qualifications.
Pay Scale
The salary scale of Sub Inspector in CBI is 9300 – 34800 Indian Rupees per month and the CBI Inspector lies with in the Grade Pay of 4200 Rupees and the total in hand salary per month is 44000 Indian Rupees.
Exam Syllabus
The exam syllabus to become a CBI officer for each tiers are listed below.
Exam Fee & Date of Examination
CBI officer aspirants must go though the SSC CGL examination,which is conducted in every year. Exam fee for general category male candidates is 100 Indian Rupees and there is no fee for females and SC/ST category. Date of examination will be notified in SSC exam calendar.
| Name Of the Post | Recruitment Agency |
|---|---|
| Group A Officer | UPSC (Civil Service Examination) |
| Sub Inspector | SSC CGL |
Where to Apply
If you are dreaming to become an Officer in CBI, you must pass the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL ) conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC) in every year. You must wait for the next SSC CGL notification and prepare for the same. It is a 4 tier examination which includes two online objective type exams and one descriptive type using pen and paper. Final stage is document verification. The official website to get the SSC CGL notification:
http://ssc.nic.in/
Exam Pattern Of Sub Inspector in CBI
To become a Sub Inspector in Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI ), you must pass SSC Combined Graduate Level Exam. There are four stages in Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL ) conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Only after the successful completion of all 4 stages, you can join as sub Inspector in CBI.
| Exam | Mode of Exam | Score High |
|---|---|---|
| Tier -I | Computer Based Objective Exam | Tier 1 Exam Tutorial |
| Tier -II | Computer Based Objective Exam | Tier 2 Exam Solved Question Papers |
| Tier -III | Descriptive Written Test | SSC CGL Tier 3 Solved Papers |
| Tier -IV | Computer Proficiency Test(CPT)/ Document Verification |
Which Books Should I Refer To Pass CBI Recruitment Exam
As I explained above, you have to pass four tiers of SSC CGL examinations conducted by SSC to get appointment as a CBI officer. In order to score high marks and win those levels of tests, I suggest you some text books worth to refer. Repeated Questions in Objective Test
Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams in CBI Sub Inspector test (SSC CGL) is objective type. You can expect questions from GK and Mental ability. Some of the expected questions based on previous years question papers are given below.
Age Limit
The age limit to apply for Sub Inspector in Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI ) is 20-30 years. Earlier the upper age limit for general category candidates to apply for SI post in CBI was 27 but now it is revised to 30 years. For OBC category, the upper age limit to join CBI as Sub Inspector is 33 and for SC/ST category, it is 35 years.
CBI Sub Inspector Eligibility Criteria
To become a CBI Officer by SSC CGL examination, you must satisfy following qualifications.
- Education Qualification
- Must have a Bachelor's Degree from a Recognized University
- Age Limit
- 20-30 for General Category
- 20-33 years for OBC Category
- 20-35 for SC/ST category
- 20-30 for General Category
Pay Scale
The salary scale of Sub Inspector in CBI is 9300 – 34800 Indian Rupees per month and the CBI Inspector lies with in the Grade Pay of 4200 Rupees and the total in hand salary per month is 44000 Indian Rupees.
Exam Syllabus
The exam syllabus to become a CBI officer for each tiers are listed below.
Exam Fee & Date of Examination
CBI officer aspirants must go though the SSC CGL examination,which is conducted in every year. Exam fee for general category male candidates is 100 Indian Rupees and there is no fee for females and SC/ST category. Date of examination will be notified in SSC exam calendar.
| Category | CBI Sub Inspector Recruitment Notification 2017 |
| Name of the Post | Sub Inspector |
| Department | Central Bureau of Investigation |
| Reported CBI SI Vacancies | |
| CBI Officer Pay of Scale | 9300 – 34800 Indian Rupees |
| CBI Officer 2018 Examination Date | |
| CBI Officer 2018 Exam Cut Off Marks | |
| SSC CGL 2018 Interview Date | |
| CBI Officer Recruitment 2017 Rank List |
Comments
I am pursuing off campus degree from IGNOU Distance education. i am final year student and i wish to apply for CBI Sub inspector Test. Is there any problem with my distant education degree to apply for CBI ? Kindly reply
Bachelor's Degree from IGNOU Distance Education is accepted by SSC. So you can apply for SSC CGL examination once you completed the degree.
I am girl.I am pursing off degree from PTU distance education .I wish to apply for CBI sub inspector test .is there any problem with my distance education degree to apply for cbi.plzzz reply
SSC accepts degree from any universities approved by UGC (University Grants Commission). Punjab Technical university (PTU) is approved by UGC. So any degree offered by PTU is valid to SSC and degree holders from PTU can apply for SSC CGL examination conducted to recruit CBI Sub Inspectors. You can check the list of State Universities in Punjab approved by UGC from the link below.
http://www.ugc.ac.in/stateuniversitylist.aspx?id=28&Unitype=2
Now the second part of your question. Since you are doing off campus degree from PTU in Distance Education mode, it is important to know whether PTU Distance Education is approved by Distance Education Council. Even though any Distance Education degree from UGC approved Universities is equal to regular degree, it is better the distance education program is approved by Distance Education Council. I couldn't find the latest list of approved universities offer distance education mode, so I recommend you to contact PTU enquiry department to verify it. Toll free number to call PTU DE is 1800 266 2501 and make sure you call between 9 am to 5pm. You may also go through the university website.
http://dde.ptu.ac.in/why-ptu.php
SSC will publish rank list based on the performance on different tiers of written tests. SSC will intimate you about your selection, based on our preference you gave while applying for exam, if you have higher rank enough to be selected for SI vacancy in CBI.
Usually you will get alerts by SMS or E-mail from SSC about the procedure to collect your appointment letter.
Any degree is fine to apply for SSC CGL examination. Procedure to join as Sub Inspector in CBI is same for everyone.
I AM currently living in newzealand I completed my degree in newzealand but I am still a citizen of india.Will my degree will be accepted in India if I wish to apply for CBI Sub Inspector.Please reply asap thanks
I have done Bsc-IT (IMS) digree from SUM
(sikim Manipal University) distance education. I wish to join CBI.can I eligible for CBI.
Since your degree is from a foreign country, you may be asked to produce an equivalence certificate from a recognized University in India. If you can produce an equivalence certificate for your degree from a UGC approved University, you won't face any issue on applying for CBI SI post.
@P K Tiwari
Since you have your degree from SMU DE, you must ensure that the degree you earned is approved by UGC and Distance Education Council.
Sikkim Manipal University is approved as a Private University by UGC.
https://www.ugc.ac.in/privateuniversitylist.aspx?id=30&Unitype=3
SunRise University Rajasthan is recognized by UGC and your degree from this university will be accepted by SSC. You can apply for SSC CGL examination.
Source: http://www.sunriseuniversity.in/about_us.html
Mahatma Gandhi University Meghalaya is approved by both Distance Education Council and UGC. So your degree in distance mode from this University is recognised by SSC and you can apply for any examinations conducted by SSC using your current degree.
@Kannan
Bharathidasan University is approved by UGC and your PG from this university is valid. You are eligible to apply for Sub Inspector post in CBI.
https://www.ugc.ac.in/stateuniversitylist.aspx?id=31&Unitype=2
Rayalaseema University is approved by UGC and its distance education mode degree is also valid. So you are eligible to apply for SSC CGL exam.
Eye sight criteria to pass CBI Sub Inspector physical requirements is given below.
Eye-sight (with or without glasses):
Distant vision: 6/6 in one and 6/9 in the other eye.
Near vision: 0.6 in one eye and 0.8 in other eye.
SSC updates the physical requirements to apply for CBI Sub Inspector post in its SSC CGL notifications every year. Last time it was..
Minimum height for men to apply : 165 cm (150 cm for female candidates)
Chest 81 cm ( with expansion of 5 cm )
I recommend you to refer official SSC CGL notification for exact physical requirements for both men and women candidates in the current year.
How i can join cbi plz tell me sir..
I want to serve my India.
Mohd FAYOOM
Contact no.9411494947
You should look for SSC CGL exam notification (SSC conducts this examination in every year) and apply. While choosing options make sure your first priority is Sub Inspector in CBI. Every major news papers publish news on SSC CGL examination or you should check the official website regularly.
http://ssc.nic.in
You must appear SSC CGL examination
Good decision and I am sure job in CBI worth a lot. As per current SSC notification, minimum age to apply for Sub Inspector post in CBI is 20 years. You can see the SSC CGL exam notification ( CBI SI recruitment ) details on the below website.
http://ssc.nic.in
Any degree which is approved by UGC is fine.
@Abdul Satheesan
All 4 tiers
I have heard from someone. Is this true?
According to last notification, Minimum height for men to apply : 165 cm (150 cm for female candidates)
Chest 81 cm ( with expansion of 5 cm )
However, you should refer the official current year SSC notification for authentic details.
SSC has no rules which bars a person from appearing SSC CGL examination for the sole reason of having tattoo on his or her body. So you don't need to worry.
@Harrys Sharma
Do you mean the percent of marks in your degree examination ? A pass is enough.
Minimum height for women to apply :150 cm
Im a chemical engineer student and is studying in manipal university dubai campus.Can i appear for SSC CGL exam during my final year.Also is the certificate of this university is recognized or accepted?
@Sri Sridhar & Narendran
You can apply for CBI post through SSC CGL examination once you have completed your Engineering degree.
@ Vini Babu
I believe you mentioned Sikkim Manipal University and you want to know whether degree from Sikkim Manipal University (SMU)is accepted by SSC. SSC accept degree certificates from UGC recognized universities and SMU is recognized by UGC. See the link below to verify it.
https://www.ugc.ac.in/uni_contactinfo.aspx?id=465
@Lee
You must check the latest SSC CGL notification to know the Physical Endurance Test for CBI Sub Inspector post. Usually SSC checks walking and cycling for a reasonable distance under given time.
Reply must plzz
I have 2 backlogs in my engineering so am I eligible to give ssc exam and get SI post in CBI?
BPP from ignou stands for Bachelor’s Preparatory Programme which is not equivalent to degree. So those having only BPP from IGNOU without having degree cannot apply for CBI Sub Inspector post.
After having 12th you should take degree from any recognized universities to become apply for SSC CGL examination.
Ref: http://www.ignou.ac.in/ignou/aboutignou/school/soss/programmes/detail/145/2
@Shantanu Singh
To apply for SSC CGL examination, you need to get degree first. So you cannot apply unless you have passed every papers.
@ jamuna bharathi
Once your son starts his degree, ask him to read books related to SSC CGL. If you can afford, tell him to join one reputed SSC training institute near your area. It is important to read News Papers regularly to pass any competitive examinations conducted by SSC and UPSC.
According to the details provided on the website of SKFGI (Supreme Knowledge Foundation Group Of Institutions), your institution is approved by UGC. So your Engineering degree from the same institution is enough for your to apply for SSC CGL examination conducted for CBI Sub Inspector post.
Source: http://www.skf.edu.in/
And 12th marks 38% Nios
And completed BCA 60% marks from swami Vivekanand subharti university UGC approved
Because my marks is too low
Sir kya me apply kar Sakta hu sub inspector ki post ke Liya in CBI
Since you have BCA, there is no problem in applying for SSC CGL examination. SSC asks a pass in degree as the minimum requirement to apply.
@ Prashant Ishi
Yes, you can once you have completed B.Pharm successfully.
Till the last year SSC CGL notification, they asked a pass in degree only. So you don't need to worry.
@Ayushi
Mahatma Gandhi university Meghalaya, is UGC approved University and any degree offered by them are valid. You can check the link below to verify it.
https://www.ugc.ac.in/uni_contactinfo.aspx?id=582
Yes, you are eligible to apply.
@ priyabrat kar
I am afraid, he can't apply. Eye sight criteria to pass CBI Sub Inspector physical requirements is given below.
Eye-sight (with or without glasses):
Distant vision: 6/6 in one and 6/9 in the other eye.
Near vision: 0.6 in one eye and 0.8 in other eye.
What is the height criteria
I'm mohit Kumar rawat pursuing diploma in electrical engineering 2nd Year sir
I want to join cbi sir please what I do for it
Sir kindly reply me
According to last notification, Minimum height for men to apply : 165 cm (150 cm for female candidates)
Chest 81 cm ( with expansion of 5 cm )
However, you should refer the official current year SSC notification for authentic details.
@Nishu Ranjan
Yes, ex-service men quota is available.
@ Mohit Rawat
You need to have a degree (not Diploma) to apply for SSC CGL examination conducted for SI post in CBI.
SSC conducts Physical Endurance Test for CBI Sub Inspector post. So physically challenged people are not eligible to apply for CBI Sub inspector post.
You should prepare for next SSC CGL examination.
Please guide me.
Sachin vadkar 9724051179
sachinvadkar@yahoo.com
To apply for Officer posts in CBI or other police forces in India, you must have a degree. So you cannot apply for SSC CGL examination.
SSC CHSL is one of the best suited for those do not have degree (anyone has pass in plus two or equivalent can apply) but its upper age limit for general category is 27. You should also start looking for state PSC examinations which suited for your qualification. Another opportunity is public sector companies which recruit diploma engineers.