CBI Complete Job Profile by gagan pratap sir :-If you are preparing for SSC CGL and dream of becoming a CBI officer then this post is for you. In this post I will give complete information about CBI.
If you want to know about this post or want to work in Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI) department then this post is for you. In this post you will get complete information about CBI
Central Bureau of Investigation This is an independent department which can conduct its own independent inquiry
- It’s an adventurous job
- This is a field job
- You have to work in the field
- You really have to investigate a case
- This case can be related to crime It can be a financial crime
- It can be anything
- You will be given a case

I will give you complete detailed information about the salary, Promotion, Facilities,how do you have to work, what is the posting, what are your promotions, which exam do you have to clear, you will get detailed information in this
Post Name | CBI |
Selection Authority | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) , Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Exam |
Eligibility Criteria
Talking about the eligibility criteria, to give this paper you must be a graduate and you must have a bachelor’s degree from any recognized university in india
Education qualification :- Graduation from any recognized University in india ( bachelor’s degree)
Vacancies Comparison and Final cutoff
vacancy trend -(2019-2024)
Total vacancies in 2019 | 57 |
Total vacancies in 2020 | 11 |
Total vacancies in 2021 | 35 |
Total vacancies in 2023 | 127 |
Total vacancies in 2024 | 166+ tentative |
- 2023 Final cutoff marks (General Category) :- 315/390 without Normalisation
If we talk about its vacancy, then this year 2024 process has been completed and the Mains exam has been done.
CBI Work profile
If we talk about its work profile, then it is completely field work, you will have to go to the field and work
- Investigations: Handling cases related to corruption, economic offenses, and other serious crimes
- Evidence Collection: Gathering and analyzing evidence Legal Proceedings: Presenting findings in court
- Coordination: Collaborating with other law enforcement agencies
CBI Sallary
- Pay Scale: 44,900 -1,42,400 (Pay Level-7)
- In-Hand Salary: Approximately 70,000 to 80,000,
Allowances
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical Benefits
- CEA (Child Education Allowance)
Promotions and Career Growth
- Sub-Inspector
- Inspector
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP)
- Superintendent of Police (SP)
- Deputy Inspector General (DIG)
- Inspector General (1G)
Note: Promotions are based on performance, seniority, and departmental examinations.
You are going to get four promotions in your life. If you do very extraordinary work, you will be able to reach the post of inspector general
CBI Posting Locations
CBI Sub-Inspectors can be posted in various cities across India
- Delhi
- Mumbai
- Kolkata
- Chennai
- Hyderabad
- Bangalore
Regional Offices: Various state capitals and major cities
Selection Process
The selection process for the CBI Sub Inspector through SSC CGL/ comprises the following stages
- Tier-I Examination
- Tier-II Examination
- Physical Standards Test
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern
Tier 1 Examination/prelims examination
- Mode: Computer-Based Test
- Duration: 60 minutes
Sections:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 questions, 50 marks)
- General Awareness (25 questions, 50 marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude (25 questions, 50 marks)
- English Comprehension (25 questions, 50 marks)
- Total: 100 questions, 200 marks
- Negative Marking: 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer
Tier 2 Examination/Mains examination
- Mode: Computer-Based Test
- Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 marks for each incorrect answer
- Mathematical Abilities (30 questions, 90 marks)
- Reasoning and General Intelligence (30 questions, 90 marks)
- English Language and Comprehension (45 questions, 135 marks)
- General Awareness (25 questions, 75 marks)
- Computer Knowledge Test(20 questions, 60 marks)
Computer proficiency test (CPT)
20 questions of computer are asked which are of 60 marks and 15 minutes time is given but its marks are not added but it is compulsory for you to qualify computer otherwise you will be disqualified.
- Computer proficiency test (CPT)
- This is qualifying only
- Basic knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Typing test
Typing Test It is compulsory to pass the typing test If you fail, you will be disqualified from the exam It is compulsory to pass the typing test DST skill test Your speed should be 28 words per minute
- qualifying only
- Speed Requirment 28 WPM in english
Final merit list
On combined marks of Tier 2
Physical Standard
For Male Candidates:
Height | 165 cm (5 cm relaxation for Hills men and Tribals) |
Chest | 76 cm (unexpanded) |
For Female Candidates:
Height | 150 cm (5 cm relaxation for Hills men and Tribals) |
Vision Requirements:
- Distant Vision: 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other eye
- Near Vision: 0.6 in one eye and 0.8 in the other eye