How to become a narcotics agent in India? NCB Narcotics Control Bureau and Central Narcotics Bureau Eligibility, Screening, Salary

By Marcus Zeitler On Jun 7, 2022

Know how to join the narcotics department in India: Check how to become a Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Officer via UPSC Civil Services Exam and Central Narcotics Bureau via SSC CGL Exam including eligibility, age limit, educational qualification, the selection process and salary after 7^e Pay commissions.

Updated: Jun 7, 2022 10:58 IST

Know How to Join the Narcotics Department in India

Know how to join the narcotics department in India: The Narcotics Department in India recruits suitable candidates in three ways: Direct Recruitment under the Ministry of Home Affairs, SSC CGL Examination and UPSC Civil Service Examination. The job profile of a narcotics officer is to investigate drug use or activity in a region or country. Applicants are required to undergo specialized training on the laws and regulations associated with drug trafficking and procession.

The best narcotics agent recruiters in India are:

1. Central Narcotics Bureau

2. Narcotics Control Office

A narcotics officer must have good communication skills, physical strength and psychological capacity to deal with stress on a regular basis. The department trains these agents in self-defense techniques and the handling of firearms. They also help states strengthen drug control efforts. One of their main responsibilities is to investigate drug-related crimes, including drug trafficking and drug possession, with a team of specialized people. A candidate must be fit, both physically and mentally, to be selected for this prestigious organization.

Central Narcotics Bureau (CBN) Inspector and Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment via SSC CGL Examination

Candidates between the ages of 18 and 30 applied for an Inspector position and 18-27 years old applied for a Sub-Inspector position at the Central Narcotics Bureau as part of the SSC CGL Recruitment 2022. The Central Narcotics Bureau is affiliated with the Indian Department of Revenue (IRS) and regulated by the country’s Central Excise and Customs Board. The main function of the CBN is to stop the production and trade of opium and to issue licenses for the production of legal synthetic drugs. The educational qualification for Inspector and Sub-Inspector (SI) in CBN requires a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent.

Related story: SSC CGL Exam 2022 for Central Narcotics Bureau (CBN) Recruitment

CBN Narcotics Inspectors and Sub-Inspectors (SI) Recruitment Details
After the name	Inspector and Sub-Inspector (SI) at the Central Narcotics Bureau (CBN)
Official registration site	ssc.nic.in
Classification	Inspector at CBN		Group “B”/ Unidentified position suitable for PwD candidates
	Sub-Inspector at CBN		Group “C”/ Unidentified position suitable for PwD candidate
Wage scale	Inspector at CBN	The salary range for a Central Narcotics Bureau (CBN) inspector varies from Rs. 44900 to 142400 with a salary of Rs.4600 in addition to allowances authorized by the central government. According to the 7^e Pay Commission. (Pay Band – Rs. 5,200- 20,200, Pay Level – 7)
	Sub-Inspector at CBN	The salary range for a Central Narcotics Bureau (CBN) Sub-Inspector (SI) varies from Rs 25500 to 81100 with a salary of Rs.2400 in addition to allowances authorized by the central government. According to the 7^e Pay Commission. (Pay Band – Rs. 5,200- 20,200, Pay Level – 4)
Age limit	Inspector at CBN	Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years old
	Sub-Inspector at CBN	Applicants must be between 18 and 27 years old
Upper age limit	Category				Age Relaxation
	OBD				3 years
	CS/ST				5 years
	PwD+Gen				10 years
	PWD + OBD				13 years
	PwD + SC/ST				15 years old
	Former military				3 years after deduction of military service rendered from the effective age at the closing date
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION (essential and desired)	Licence in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent
Selection process	The Senior Level Combined Examination (CGL) held annually by the Staff Selection Committee (SSC) consists of four phases, where each phase must be approved according to the requirements of different positions. SSC CGL 2021-22 exam will be conducted in four levels namely Level – I, Level – II, Level – III and Level – IV
Physical standards	For male candidates
	Height			157.5cm Relaxable height of 5 cm in the case of Garwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and members of scheduled tribes
	Chest			81 cm (fully extended with a minimum expansion of 5 cm.)
	physical test			Walk: 1600 meters in 15 minutes. Cycling: 8 Kms in 30 minutes.
	For candidates
	Height			152cm 2.5 cm reclining height
	lester			48kg Relaxable weight of 2 Kg. for Gorkhas, Garwalis, Assamese and Scheduled Tribes
	physical test			Walk: 1 km in 20 minutes. Cycling: 3 Kms in 25 minutes
Assignment	The headquarters of the Central Narcotics Bureau is located in Gwalior. Central Narcotics Bureau (CBN) inspectors and sub-inspectors are usually stationed in opium rich areas such as Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. These three states are also the major opium-producing states in the country today. There will be an interstate transfer as part of the work mandate.

CBN Narcotics Control Bureau Officer Recruitment through UPSC Civil Service Examination (CSE)

Recruitment of NCB Narcotics Control Bureau officers is through the UPSC Civil Service Examination. The Union Civil Service Commission is recruiting suitable candidates from the civil services of India including IAS, IPS, IFS and other allied services. The UPSC Civil Service Exam consists of three phases namely UPSC Prelims, UPSC Main & Personality Test or UPSC Interview.

CBN Narcotics Control Bureau Officer Recruitment through UPSC Civil Service Examination (CSE)
After the name	narcotics officer
Official registration site	upsc.gov.in
Classification	Group “A” Services
Salary	The basic monthly salary of an IAS officer starts at Rs.56,100 (TA, DA and HRA are extra)
Age limit	The candidate must not be under the age of 21 and over the age of 32
Upper age limit	Categories	Relaxation of upper age limit
	Schedule Caste and Scheduled Tribes	5 years
	Other backward class	3 years
	Defense service personnel, disabled on operations during hostilities with a foreign country or in a disturbed area and released accordingly	3 years
	Former military personnel, including officers and ECO/SSCOs who have completed at least five years of military service	5 years
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION (essential and desired)	The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree from one of the recognized universities
Selection process	The Indian Civil Service Examination (UPSC Civil Service Examination) is conducted in three stages: Civil Service Examination (Preliminary) – Purpose Type Civil Service Examination (Main) – Descriptive Type Personality test / Interview
Assignment	A narcotics officer is hired by a local agency, state agency, or central government. The sectors where they are employed are listed below: · Government agencies · Department of Public Security K-9 Units Organization based on narcotics

Recruitment of Intelligence Officers (IO) and Junior Intelligence Officers (JIO) in the Narcotics Control Bureau, Home Office on a delegation basis

The Office of Narcotics Control, Home Office, announces vacancies in the rank of Intelligence Officer (IO) and Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) by delegation. Vacancies may vary (increase/decrease).

Intelligence Officer (IO) and Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) in CBN Recruitment Details
After the name	Intelligence Officer (IO) and Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) at NCB
Official registration site	narcoticsindia.nic.in
Classification	Intelligence Officer (IO) at the BCN		Group “B” not gazetted, non-departmental
	Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) at NCB		Group “B” not gazetted, non-departmental
Wage scale	Intelligence Officer (IO) at the BCN	Level 7 of the remuneration matrix according to 7 CPUs [Rs.9300-34800 + Grade Pay Rs.4600(pre-revised)
	Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) in NCB	The post of Junior Intelligence Officer carries the pay scale in PB-2 (Rs9300- 34800) plus Grade Pay of Rs.4200/- (pre-revised) [Level-6 as per 7”’ CPC Pay Matrix].
Age limit	Not to have exceeded the age of 56
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION (essential and desired)	Bachelor’s degree and have a minimum of two years of experience in the application of regulatory laws and the collection of intelligence information relating thereto and one year of experience in the investigation of economic or criminal offenses
Selection process	Screening of candidates for the positions of Intelligence Officer (IO) and Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) through BCN Recruitment will be by delegation, as detailed in the notification of the BCN JIO.
Assignment	Selected candidates are likely to be posted anywhere in India to any of the Narcotics Control Bureau Zones/Sub-Zones/Regional Offices/Headquarters. Any applications that are conditional on duty station or any other issue will not be accepted.

Working as an officer in the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and Central Narcotics Bureau (CBN) will be a great opportunity where you will get a prestigious government position with a good salary scale along with perquisites and other benefits .

FAQs

Q1. How to Join the Narcotics Department in India?

Aspirants must pass SSC CGL exam and UPSC Civil Service Examination (IPS) or via MHA recruitment

Q2. What is the age limit for the recruitment of narcotics agents?

It differs for various positions from NCB Narcotics Control Bureau or CBN Central Narcotics Bureau

Q3. What is the educational qualification required to become a narcotics officer?

Minimum – Candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree from any of the recognized universities

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