{"id":3842,"date":"2025-06-17T19:58:39","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T14:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=3842"},"modified":"2025-10-16T17:28:23","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T11:58:23","slug":"how-to-become-an-ips-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/how-to-become-an-ips-officer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become an IPS Officer 2025 Step-by-Step Guidance"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/how-to-become-an-ips-officer\/#IPS_Comparison_with_Other_Services\" >IPS Comparison with Other Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/how-to-become-an-ips-officer\/#How_to_Become_an_IPS_Officer_2025_FAQs\" >How to Become an IPS Officer 2025 FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3844\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-17-171019.png?resize=300%2C157&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-17-171019.png?resize=300%2C157&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-17-171019.png?w=421&amp;ssl=1 421w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Becoming an IPS officer is a prestigious aspiration for many Indians, whether high-school students or college graduates. The IPS is one of the three All-India Services, and IPS officers provide senior leadership to police forces in states and at the national level. Aspiring officers are drawn by the challenge of maintaining law and order and by the honor of serving the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also Read:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2743&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Police Service<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Become_an_IPS_Officer_2025_IPS_Exam_Details\"><\/span><b>How to Become an IPS Officer 2025: IPS Exam Details<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3815\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-16-165047.png?resize=300%2C188&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-16-165047.png?resize=300%2C188&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-16-165047.png?w=377&amp;ssl=1 377w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In India, IPS officers are recruited through the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). This CSE has three stages \u2013 Preliminary, Mains, and Interview \u2013 and candidates must pass all these stages (and a final medical examination) to be selected. This guide explains the <\/span><b>eligibility criteria to become an IPS officer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the exam you need to take, the step-by-step procedure, training phases, and career insights you should know.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2351&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>Famous IPS Officers in India<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_to_Become_an_IPS_Officer\"><\/span><b>Eligibility Criteria to Become an IPS Officer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3814\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-16-164802.png?resize=300%2C199&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-16-164802.png?resize=300%2C199&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2025-06-16-164802.png?w=383&amp;ssl=1 383w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be eligible for the IPS, a candidate must meet several requirements. The basic <\/span><b>qualification to become an IPS officer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a bachelor\u2019s degree from a recognized university. Final-year college students may also apply for the Preliminary exam (provided they pass the degree exam before Mains). Key eligibility rules include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Citizenship:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Must be an Indian citizen.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Age Limit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 21\u201332 years for General\/EWS category, with relaxations (OBC up to 35 years, SC\/ST up to 37 years).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Physical Standards:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> IPS is a technical service, so height, chest, and vision standards apply. Men must be at least 165 cm tall (women 150 cm), with slight relaxation for certain communities (160\/145 cm). Chest girth must be expandable to 84 cm (men) and 79 cm (women). Vision requirements demand high standards (e.g. 6\/6 or 6\/9 in the better eye and 6\/12 in the other); squint or color blindness can disqualify a candidate.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Physical Standards for IPS<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following table captures the basic physical standards<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Attribute<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Male Requirement<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Female Requirement<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Height<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2265165 cm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2265150 cm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Height (relaxed)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2265160 cm (ST\/Gorkha)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2265145 cm (ST\/Gorkha)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Chest Girth (min)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">84 cm (expanded)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">79 cm (expanded)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Chest Expansion<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u22655 cm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u22655 cm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2343&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>Youngest IPS Officers in India<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Exam_to_Give_to_Become_an_IPS_Officer\"><\/span><b>Which Exam to Give to Become an IPS Officer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>exam to give to become an IPS officer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). This is a national-level examination conducted annually to recruit candidates to the IAS, IPS, IFS, and other services. The CSE consists of:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Stage<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Format<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Prelims<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 Objective Papers (GS + CSAT)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screening test; must clear cut-off to qualify<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Mains<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 Descriptive Papers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evaluates subject knowledge and analytical skills<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Interview<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personality Test (275 marks)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assesses personality, integrity, communication<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must clear each stage in sequence and also meet medical and physical standards specifically required for IPS roles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-mains-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>UPSC Exam Syllabus<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_IPS_Syllabus_Details\"><\/span><b>UPSC IPS Syllabus Details<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The syllabus is vast: Current Affairs, Indian Polity, Economics, Ethics, Geography, Environment, Science &amp; Tech, international relations, etc. Mains also demand essay writing and deep analysis. However, the syllabus detail is standard UPSC CSE, not IPS-specific. (Candidates can refer to the official UPSC CSE syllabus for full topics.) For brevity, note that the IPS exam covers the same curriculum as the IAS exam, with emphasis on law, order, and ethics in the interview stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Procedure_to_Become_an_IPS_Officer\"><\/span><b>Step-by-Step Procedure to Become an IPS Officer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a breakdown of the stepwise process:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete Graduation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Obtain a bachelor\u2019s degree in any stream from a recognized university.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check Eligibility:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Verify age, nationality, number of attempts (6 for General, 9 for OBC, unlimited for SC\/ST), and physical standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply for UPSC CSE:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Submit your application when UPSC releases the notification, typically in February\/March.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prepare for Prelims:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Study NCERTs, standard reference books, and current affairs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Appear for Prelims:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Usually held in May\/June. Results determine eligibility for Mains.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prepare for Mains:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Focus on answer-writing, essays, Optional subjects, and General Studies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Appear for Mains:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Conducted in September\/October.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prepare for Interview:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Practice communication, ethics, current affairs, and personality development.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Medical and Physical Tests:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Compulsory for IPS aspirants; meet vision and height standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Training and Cadre Allocation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Selected candidates are trained and allocated to state cadres based on rank and preference.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Become_an_IPS_Officer_After_Graduation\"><\/span><b>How to Become an IPS Officer After Graduation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many ask <\/span><b>how to become an IPS officer after graduation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The answer is simple:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete your degree.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply for the UPSC CSE.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear Prelims, Mains, and Interview.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet physical and medical standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join IPS training.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graduates from any stream (science, arts, commerce, engineering) are eligible.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/400-X-180cdr-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5579 msDefaultImage\" title=\"400 X 180cdr\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5580 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/qep-pocket-notes-2.0\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5580 msDefaultImage\" title=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5581 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/toppers-handwritten-upsc-pyq-4-books\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IPS_Training_Structure_2025\"><\/span><b>IPS Training Structure 2025<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After selection, IPS trainees go through a two-year training process. This includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Training Phase<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Duration<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Location<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Focus<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foundation Course<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 months<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LBSNAA, Mussoorie<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic administration and ethics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase I Training<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11 months<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SVPNPA, Hyderabad<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Law, policing, physical training, investigation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">District Training<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 months<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assigned districts<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Field exposure, real-world case work<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase II Training<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 months<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SVPNPA, Hyderabad<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced training, leadership, modernization<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salary_and_Perks_of_an_IPS_Officer_2025\"><\/span><b>Salary and Perks of an IPS Officer 2025<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the 7th Pay Commission, IPS officers receive attractive pay and perks:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>IPS Rank<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Basic Pay (\u20b9\/month)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DySP \/ ACP (Junior Scale)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b956,100<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Addl. SP \/ SP (Senior Scale)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b967,700<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SP (Junior Time Scale)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b978,800<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DIG (Senior Time Scale)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b91,31,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IG (Selection Grade)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b91,44,200<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ADG<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b92,05,400<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DGP<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b92,25,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Allowances include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">House Rent Allowance (HRA)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dearness Allowance (DA)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel and transport benefits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Official vehicle and security (for higher ranks)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IPS_Comparison_with_Other_Services\"><\/span><b>IPS Comparison with Other Services<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following is an objective comparison of IPS with other services:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>IPS<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>IAS<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>IFS<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core Role<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Law enforcement<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Policy administration<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diplomacy &amp; foreign affairs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cadre Allocation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State-based<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State-based<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global (Embassies)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exam Route<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC CSE<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC CSE<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC CSE<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Fitness<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not mandatory<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Are you preparing for UPSC 2025?<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>Join IAShub&#8217;s UPSC coaching batches<\/b><\/a><b> to boost your preparation. Enroll now!<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re wondering <\/span><b>how to become an IPS officer after graduation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or what physical requirements are needed, this roadmap helps you take informed steps. The key is to stay consistent, strategic, and motivated. With disciplined study and a clear understanding of the exam process, you can succeed and serve the nation as an IPS officer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Become_an_IPS_Officer_2025_FAQs\"><\/span><b>How to Become an IPS Officer 2025 FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-3843 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-3843{ position: relative; }#sp-ea-3843 .ea-card{ opacity: 0;}#eap-preloader-3843{ position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 100%;width: 100%; text-align: center;display: flex; align-items: center;justify-content: center;}#sp-ea-3843.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-3843.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-3843.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-3843.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-3843.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1750160295\"><div id=\"sp-ea-3843\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"1\" data-scroll-active-item=\"1\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div id=\"eap-preloader-3843\" class=\"accordion-preloader\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-38430\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse38430\" aria-controls=\"collapse38430\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> How to become an IPS officer after graduation?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse38430\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3843\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-38430\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0After completing your graduation from a recognized university, you must apply for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. The process includes clearing the Preliminary exam, Mains exam, and a Personality Test. Once selected, you undergo physical tests and training to join the IPS.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-38431\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse38431\" aria-controls=\"collapse38431\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the procedure to become an IPS officer?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse38431\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3843\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-38431\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The procedure starts with checking eligibility and applying for the UPSC CSE. You must clear the Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages. After selection, candidates go through medical tests and two years of rigorous IPS training.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-38432\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse38432\" aria-controls=\"collapse38432\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which exam to give to become an IPS officer?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse38432\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3843\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-38432\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To become an IPS officer, you need to appear for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. It is a three-stage exam conducted every year by the Union Public Service Commission. This exam also selects officers for IAS, IFS, and other services.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-38433\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse38433\" aria-controls=\"collapse38433\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the qualification to become an IPS officer?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse38433\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3843\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-38433\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A candidate must hold a bachelor\u2019s degree in any stream from a recognized university in India. Final-year students can also apply, provided they submit proof of graduation before the Mains exam. There is no minimum percentage required for graduation.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-38434\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse38434\" aria-controls=\"collapse38434\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the eligibility criteria to become an IPS officer?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse38434\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3843\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-38434\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You must be an Indian citizen aged between 21 and 32 years for the General category. Physical standards like height, chest measurements, and vision are also mandatory. Additional attempts and age relaxations are available for reserved categories.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-38435\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse38435\" aria-controls=\"collapse38435\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is IPS a Good Service?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse38435\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3843\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-38435\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, the Indian Police Service (IPS) is considered one of the most respected and impactful civil services in India. It offers a unique opportunity to serve the nation by maintaining law and order, ensuring public safety, and leading police forces at the state and national levels. With strong career progression, decision-making authority, and societal respect, IPS is a rewarding choice for those committed to justice and public service.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn How to Become an IPS Officer in 2025 with this step-by-step guide. Check eligibility, exam process, physical standards, IPS syllabus, training, salary, and career path after graduation. 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