Against the backdrop of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs tightening empanelment norms for IG-level posts in the Government of India to encourage IPS officers to opt for central deputation, Rajasthan Chief Secretary V Srinivas (IAS:1989:RJ) on Tuesday (February 3, 2026) said that a stint at the Centre was both a service requirement and a valuable professional experience.
Interacting with IPS officers eligible for central deputation through a video conference from the secretariat, Srinivas said working at the Centre helped officers gain wider exposure and, in the long run, strengthened state administration when they returned to their cadres.
He advised officers to plan their careers carefully and opt for central postings when eligible, adding that such experience played an important role in preparing officers for senior leadership positions.
Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar Sharma (IPS:1990:RJ) said IPS officers from the 2011 batch onwards are required to complete at least two years of central deputation at the SP or DIG level. He described this exposure as essential before being considered for higher posts.
Officials from the personnel department also briefed the officers on eligibility conditions, tenure norms and other procedural aspects related to central deputation.
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