BANGLADESH POLICE

Bangladesh Police is the law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining law and order,
preventing and investigating crimes, and ensuring public safety within Bangladesh. It operates
under the Ministry of Home Affairs of the Government of Bangladesh. The police force plays a
crucial role in safeguarding the rights and security of the citizens.

The job of a police officer in Bangladesh involves a range of responsibilities. They patrol
designated areas, respond to emergency calls, investigate crimes, gather evidence, arrest
suspects, and provide assistance to the community. Police officers also enforce traffic laws,
maintain public order during events and demonstrations, and ensure the safety of the public.
Process of recruiting for police jobs in Bangladesh is as follows:

 The Bangladesh Police releases a notification for the recruitment of police officers.
 The candidates apply for the recruitment.
 The candidates appear for the written examination.
 The candidates who qualify in the written examination appear for the physical fitness test.
 The candidates who qualify in the physical fitness test appear for the viva voce.
 The candidates who qualify in the viva voce are selected for the job.

The number of vacant police posts in Bangladesh can vary depending on the specific time and
region. The Bangladesh Police often conducts recruitment examinations to fill these vacancies.
Police jobs in Bangladesh are categorized into four tiers:

Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP): The ASP is the highest-ranking officer in the tier.
The minimum educational requirement for an ASP is a bachelor's degree in any discipline.

Sub-Inspector (SI): The SI is the second-highest-ranking officer in the tier. The minimum
educational requirement for an SI is a bachelor's degree in any discipline.

Sergeant: The Sergeant is the third-highest-ranking officer in the tier. The minimum educational
requirement for a Sergeant is a Secondary School Certificate (SSC).

Constable: The Constable is the lowest-ranking officer in the tier. The minimum educational
requirement for a Constable is a Primary School Certificate (PSC).
Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP)
The Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) is the highest entry level position or rank of
Bangladesh Police. Building a career as an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) is a matter
of pride for those who possess patriotic zeal and are dedicated to serving the community as well
as upholding human rights.

Among the total posts of ASPs, two-third are taken directly and rest one-third posts are filled up
through promotion of the Inspectors. The direct recruitment procedure of ASP is conducted by
Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC).

Conditions applicable for direct recruitment:

Educational qualifications:
Post graduation or 4 year length degree or equivalent degree

Age and height:

General and other quotas (Male) Age: 21-30 year, Height: 5’4’’ (Five feet four inch)
Freedom fighter (Male) Age: 21-32 year, Height: 5’4’’ (Five feet four inch)
General and other quotas (Female) Age: 21-30 year, Height: 5’ (Five feet )
Freedom fighter (Female) Age: 21-32 year, Height: 5’ (Five feet )

Examination:
Subjects determined by Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC)
Total number of written exam-900 and total number of viva voce exam-200

Training:
Basic training 1 (one) year and field attachment 06 (six) months

Appointing authority:
Peoples Republic of Bangladesh

Sub-Inspector (SI)
The Sub Inspector is the non-cadre mid level entry position of Bangladesh Police. The Sub
Inspectors are vital for maintaining criminal law and order in the country. They are competent
for the field level operation, combining both to uphold justice and server the public.
Among the total posts of Sub Inspectors, 50% are taken directly and remaining 50% posts are
filled up through promotion of the Assistant Sub Inspectors. The direct recruitment procedure of
Sub Inspector is conducted by Police Headquarters.

Conditions applicable for direct recruitment:

Educational qualifications:
Graduation or equivalent degree

Age and height:

General and other quotas (Male) Age: 19-27 year, Height: 5’4’’ (Five feet four inches)
Freedom fighter (Male) Age: 19-32 year, Height: 5’4’’ (Five feet four inches)
General and other quotas (Female) Age: 19-27 year, Height: 5’2’’ (Five feet two inches)
Freedom fighter (Female) Age: 19-32 year, Height: 5’2’’ (Five feet two inches)

Examination:
Subjects determined by Bangladesh Police
Total number of written exam-225 and total number of viva voce exam-100

Training: Basic training 1 (one) year and field attachment 1 (one) year

Appointing authority:
Superintendent of Police (SP)

Sergeant
The Sergeant is a mid-level entry position of Bangladesh Police. The Sergeants are enforcers of
traffic law and are cardinal to maintaining traffic order in the country. They are dedicated to
serving the public by keeping the transportation system safe.

All Sergeants are directly recruited. The direct recruitment procedure of Sergeants is conducted
by the Police Headquarters.

Conditions applicable for direct recruitment:

Educational qualifications:
Graduation or equivalent degree
Age and height:
General and other quotas (Male) Age: 19-27 year, Height: 5’8’’ (Five feet eight inches)
Freedom fighter (Male) Age: 19-32 year, Height: 5’6’’ (Five feet six inch)

Examination:
Subjects determined by Bangladesh Police
Total number of written exam-250 and total number of viva voce exam-50

Training:
Basic training 06 (six) months and field attachment 06 (six) months

Appointing authority:
Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) or Superintendent of Police (SP)

Summary

Bangladesh Police plays a vital role in maintaining law and order and ensuring public safety. The
recruitment process involves multiple stages, including written exams, physical fitness tests, and
viva voce interviews. Different tiers exist within the police force, each with specific
requirements and responsibilities. The Bangladesh Police is a great career choice for those who
are looking for a challenging and rewarding job. Police officers play an important role in
protecting the public and maintaining law and order. If you are interested in a career in law
enforcement, the Bangladesh Police may be a good option for you.

Reference

https://www.police.gov.bd