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The '''Rajasthan Police ''' is the [[law enforcement agency]] for the state of [[Rajasthan]] in [[India]]. The Rajasthan Police has its headquarters in [[Jaipur]], the state capital. The motto of the force is ''सेवार्थ कटिबद्धता'', which means "committed to serve".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/Rajpolice/Missionstatement.aspx |title=Mission Statement |publisher=Police.rajasthan.gov.in |access-date=2018-06-19}}</ref>
The '''Rajasthan Police (RP)''' is the [[law enforcement agency]] for the state of [[Rajasthan]], working under the [[Government of Rajasthan |Rajasthan Home Department]]. As of 2025, it had over 100,000 personnel, making it one of [[India]]’s largest state police forces. It handles law enforcement, border security, and crime control through units like ATS, RAC, and Cyber Crime Cell.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/Rajpolice/Missionstatement.aspx |title=Mission Statement |publisher=Police.rajasthan.gov.in |access-date=2018-06-19}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
History of [[Law enforcement in India|Indian police]] under British rule is marked by a series of attempts to introduce more advance standards of conduct and integrity and to raise the tone of the force by improving the pay and prospects of its members. The reconstruction of police was a step towards the improvement of the administration of [[Criminal Justice Act 2003|criminal justice]] in India. Rajasthan was formed by the merger of the erstwhile princely states so there is great demand of good quality security services because previously no United public administration services existed. The security and the police forces of the former princely states varied in composition, functions and administrative procedures. Following the merger, the police forces of the princely states united as of January, 1951.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/Rajpolice/History.aspx|title=Rajasthan Police|first=Design: / Modified: Your|last=Name|website=www.police.rajasthan.gov.in}}</ref>
[[File:Shamsher_Singh_of_Mianpur.png|left|thumb|Sardar Bahadur, Inspector General of Jodhpur State Police, Shamsher Singh of Mianpur.]]
In January 1951, a unified police force was established in Rajasthan to serve the newly formed state. This development aimed to introduce a standardized law enforcement system across all regions of Rajasthan, ensuring better coordination, accountability, and public safety. The consolidation of various local policing units into a centralized structure marked a crucial step in building an efficient and modern police administration.


== Recruitment and service ==
Over the following decades, the Rajasthan Police underwent significant institutional development. Specialized branches were introduced to handle crime investigation, traffic regulation, intelligence gathering, and vigilance. Police training academies were established to ensure that personnel were equipped with professional skills, legal knowledge, and ethical standards required for modern policing.
Recruitment is generally through the [[Rajasthan Public Service Commission]] (RPSC), which conducts a state-level examination called [[Rajasthan Administrative Service]]/Sub-ordinate Services Exam (RAS). After passing the exam, recruits undergo training at [[RPA Jaipur]] and RPTC. They are governed by Rajasthan Service Rules. The nine organisational units are Crime branch, Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC), State Special Branch, Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS), Planning and Welfare, Training, Forensic Science laboratory, Telecommunications and Traffic Police.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Rajasthan Police|url=https://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/|access-date=2021-01-02|website=www.police.rajasthan.gov.in}}</ref>
 
With the growth of urbanization and technology, the force gradually adopted digital tools for crime tracking, record management, and communication. Initiatives such as online FIR systems, cybercrime units, and community policing programs were launched to improve transparency and responsiveness.
 
Today, the Rajasthan Police continues to evolve as a professional and service-oriented institution, committed to upholding law and order while engaging actively with the public. Its journey since 1951 reflects a continuous effort to strengthen internal security, embrace technological innovation, and deliver efficient justice across the state.
<ref>{{cite web |title=Rajasthan Police |url=http://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/Rajpolice/History.aspx |website=www.police.rajasthan.gov.in}}</ref>
 
The first Director General of Rajasthan Police was '''R. Banerjee''', although he credited '''Shamsher Singh of Mianpur''', the Inspector General of Police of Jodhpur State, as the true founder of the Rajasthan Police.<ref>{{Cite web |date=Mar 25, 2025 |title=Rajasthan Police Portal Dashboard Home |url=https://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/old/Rajpolice/History.aspx |access-date=2024-08-11 |website=www.police.rajasthan.gov.in}}</ref>
 
== Organization ==
The Rajasthan Police is headed by the '''[[Director general of police|Director General of Police (DGP)]]'''. The DGP is supported by senior officers holding the ranks of '''[[Additional director general of police|Additional Director General (ADGP)]]''', '''[[Inspector General of Police (India)|Inspector General (IGP)]]''', '''[[Deputy inspector general of police|Deputy Inspector General (DIG)]]''', '''Additional Inspector General (AIG)''', and '''[[Superintendent of police (India)|Superintendent of Police (SP)]]'''. The force functions under the administrative control of the '''Department of Home, [[Government of Rajasthan]]'''. For effective governance and operational efficiency, the state police is organized into various '''divisions, units, zones, and ranges'''..<ref>{{Cite web |title=Rajasthan Police |url=https://rpa.rajasthan.gov.in/content/homeportal/en/rajasthanpoliceacademy.html}}</ref>
 
=== Hierarchy ===


As of 2014 the Rajasthan Police employed 82,193 persons.<ref>{{cite web|title=Crime in Rajasthan 2014|url=http://police.rajasthan.gov.in/CIR2014.pdf|website=police.rajasthan.gov.in|publisher=State Crime Records Bureau, Rajasthan, Jaipur|access-date=5 April 2016}}</ref>
==== Gazetted Officers ====


===Hierarchy===
* [[Director general of police|Director General of Police]] (DGP)
* [[Additional director general of police|Additional Director General of Police]] (ADGP)
* [[Inspector-general of police|Inspector General of Police]] (IG)/ Commissioner (In Commissionerate)
* [[Deputy inspector general of police|Deputy Inspector General of Police]] (DIG)/ Joint Commissioner (In Commissionerate)
* [[Superintendent of police (India)|Superintendent of Police]] (SP)/ Deputy Commissioner (In Commissionerate)
* Additional Superintendent of Police (ADSP)/ Additional Deputy Commissioner (In Commissionerate)
* [[Assistant superintendent|Assistant Superintendent of Police]](ASP)/ Assistant Commissioner (In Commissionerate)
* [[Deputy superintendent of police|Deputy Superintendent of Police]] (DSP) / Sub Divisional Police Officer / Assistant Commissioner (In Commissionerate)


'''Officers'''
==== Non-gazetted Officers ====
Source:<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-04 |title=Non-Gazetted Officers |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/jobs/government-jobs/gazetted-v/s-non-gazetted-jobs-understanding-the-key-differences/articleshow/117916813.cms |archive-url= |website=The Economic Times}}</ref>
* Inspector of Police/Circle Inspector
* Sub Inspector of Police (SI)
* Assistant Sub Inspector of Police (ASI)
* Head Constable (HC)
* Senior Constable (SC)
* Police Constable (PC)
=== Legal Framework ===
In 2007, the Government of Rajasthan enacted the Rajasthan Police Act, 2007, which became the first formal legislative framework governing the powers, duties, structure, and responsibilities of the state police force. The Act aimed to modernize policing, improve accountability, and align the force with democratic and human rights principles. It also established guidelines for community policing, police oversight bodies, and the functioning of different wings within the department.


* Director General of Police (DGP)
== Recruitment and service ==
* Additional Director General of Police
Recruitment is generally through the [[Rajasthan Public Service Commission]] (RPSC), which conducts a state-level examination called the [[Rajasthan Administrative Service]]/Subordinate Services Exam (RAS). After passing the exam, recruits undergo training at [[Rajasthan Police Academy|RPA Jaipur]] and RPTC. They are governed by Rajasthan Service Rules. The nine organizational units are: the Crime Branch, the [[Rajasthan Armed Constabulary]] (RAC), the State Special Branch, the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Planning and Welfare, Training, Forensic Science Laboratory, Telecommunications, and the Traffic Police.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Rajasthan Police|url=https://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/|access-date=2021-01-02|website=www.police.rajasthan.gov.in}}</ref>
* Inspector General of Police (IGP)
* Deputy Inspector General of Police
* Senior Superintendent of Police
* Superintendent of Police (SP)
* Additional Superintendent of Police
* Assistant SP ([[Indian Police Service|IPS]]) or Deputy SP (RPS)


'''Sub-ordinates'''
As of 2023, the Rajasthan Police has employed 110,153 personnel.<ref>{{cite web|title=Rajasthan Police at a glance |url=https://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/old/Rajpolice/Policeataglance.aspx|website=police.rajasthan.gov.in}}</ref>
* Inspector of Police  
 
* Sub-Inspector of Police  
== Insignia of Rajasthan Police ==
* Assistant Sub-Inspector of Police  
;Gazetted Officers
* Head Constable
{{Indian Police Service Officer Ranks}}
* Senior Constable
;Non-gazetted officers
* Constable
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==Present scenario==
==Present scenario==
{{Unreferenced section|date=January 2018}}
Over the years, Rajasthan Police has dealt with the responsibility of dealing with bandits ([[dacoit]]s) and organized crime. With tensions high between India and Pakistan, the police department has responsibilities to deal with border security between the two countries. These responsibilities can range from dealing with organized crime rings and smuggling to dealing with illegal entry and enforcing border authority with a border spanning from across the {{convert|1040|km}} long border with [[Pakistan]],<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2019-02-28 |title=India and Pakistan enter a new, dangerous era |url=https://www.politico.eu/article/india-and-pakistan-enter-a-new-dangerous-era-conflict-kashmir/ |access-date=2025-03-26 |website=POLITICO |language=en-GB}}</ref> as well as the [[Chambal Division|Chambal]] ravines. The Rajasthan Police is headed by the [[Director General of Police]] (DGP).<ref name=":0" />
Over the years Rajasthan Police has firmly and professionally dealt with bandits ([[dacoit]]s) in the [[Chambal Division|Chambal]] ravines, organised crime, spies, smugglers, narco-terrorists and subversive elements from across the {{convert|1040|km}} long border with [[Pakistan]]. The Rajasthan Police is headed by the [[Director General of Police]] (DGP). Rajasthan is divided into 2 police commissionerate, 7 police range each headed by an [[Inspector General of Police]] (IGP). The state is further divided into 40 districts (including 3 rural districts, 2 city districts in Jaipur City and 2 railway police districts), 171 circles, 709 police stations and 788 out-posts. The force had 889 Inspectors, 3366 Sub-Inspectors, 3902 Asst. Sub-Inspectors, 8867 Head Constables and 52,837 Constables and about 700 [[Indian Police Service]] (IPS) and [[Rajasthan Police Service]] (RPS) officers.


==Rajasthan Armed Constabulary==
As of the beginning of 2025, Rajasthan is divided into 2 police commission rates and 8 police ranges, each headed by an [[Inspector General of Police]] (IGP). The state is further divided into 57 districts (including 3 rural districts, 2 city districts in Jaipur City, and 2 railway police districts), 261 circles, 1014 police stations, and 1283 outposts. The force had 1181 inspectors, 2554 sub-inspectors, 4767 assistant sub-Inspectors, 15,911 head constables, and 71,858 constables, and about 195 [[Indian Police Service]] (IPS) and 876 [[Rajasthan Police Service]] (RPS) officers.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/old/Rajpolice/Policeataglance.aspx|title=Rajasthan Police at a Glance}}</ref>
{{Unreferenced section|date=January 2018}}
{{Confusing|date=June 2018}}
Soon after independence, the law and order situation along the 1070&nbsp;km Indo-Pakistani border became a serious problem. Incursions and cattle lifting by Pakistani raiders was a regular feature and it became imperative to put an end to it. In 1949-50, the duty of guarding the border was handed over to the joint forces of the Central Reserve Police and the Provincial Armed Constabulary, which continued until 1952. In 1952, the [[Government of Rajasthan]] decided to raise a special force that could not only be deployed along the border but also assist the civil police in combating the dacoity menace. The first headquarters and training centre was established at Bharatpur in 1952 and five battalions received training there. These men, some ex-soldiers drawn from the State forces and some from places outside Rajasthan, were a part of the first 5 battalions of the Rajasthan Armed Constabulary. Each battalion consisted of 6 companies and one company remained at the battalion headquarters. These battalions were then dispatched to the border areas of Sriganganagar, Raisinghnagar, Barmer, and Jaisalmer. One unit was stationed at Ghat Gate, Jaipur to check dacoity. Within a year of its inception, the RAC proved its worth both on the border and within the State by successfully carrying out its various duties.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Rajasthan Armed Constabulary|url=https://www.police.rajasthan.gov.in/Rajpolice/Pdf_files/RacMbcIntro.pdf|website=Rajasthan Police}}</ref>


The members of RAC displayed gallantry and high sense of morale on occasions that required courage, perseverance, and devotion to duty. Its men battled against all odds, combating not only the enemy but also facing the rigours of the desert areas devoid even of the bare necessities of life. The RAC continued as a temporary force until 1958, there after it was made permanent. From that year up to the late 1970s more battalions of RAC were raised as per the situation and the need. India saw two wars with Pakistan and one with China and there was unrest in Jammu and Kashmir, NEFA, as well as Mizoram. RAC battalions were dispatched to these sensitive areas and earned accolades for their courage and efficiency. In 1962, two companies were taken out of each unit and the 6th Battalion was formed. More battalions followed in the subsequent years. Later, seven of these RAC battalions were merged with the Border Security Force and two with the Central Reserve Police Force. Over a period of time, increasing criminal tendencies, subversive political activities, communalism and violence, have all led to the worsening of the law and order situation all over the country. Rajasthan could not remain unaffected.
==ERT Commandos==
The '''ERT''' (''Emergency Response Team'') is the commando unit of the Rajasthan Police raised for emergency law and order situations and is attached to RAC. They usually operate in close coordination with the ATS (Anti-Terrorism Squad) and SOG (Special Operations Group).
They are trained by the Army and retired NSG officers in urban warfare, hostage situations, and crowd control. Notably, they played a significant role in the encounter with gangster [[Anand Pal Singh]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/jaipur/ert-commandos-proved-handy-to-neutralise-gangster/articleshow/59314215.cms#:~:text=Senior%20police%20officers%20of%20SOG%20on%20Sunday%20confessed%20that%20the|title=ERT Commandos|newspaper=The Times of India |date=26 June 2017 }}</ref>


Hence, the need was felt to create a special task force, familiar with modern techniques necessary to deal effectively with communal disturbances. In 1998, a Special Task Force, along the lines of the Rapid Action Force of C.R.P.F., was formed to maintain peace in the sensitive districts of Rajasthan. These companies are trained and fully equipped to handle riots. The training imparted to the select RAC companies is decided as per requirements. There are 3 companies of RAC, which have drawn expert swimmers from various R.A.C. battalions and are being trained for flood relief work. The 67 years of RAC's existence have been full of legendary stories, of heroic encounters, of gallant men and their dare devilry. One story that is still related with considerable pride is about the unforgettable encounter with dacoits in Thor village of Dholpur - it lasted for 18 hours. The outcome? thirteen dacoits held and no casualties on the RAC side. As on today fifteen battalions of RAC including one special battalion formed by only Ladies Constables Specially trained Unit named Hadi Rani Mahila Battalion and one battalion of MBC are there in the State as Statepara-military force. Out of these 14 battalions of RAC, 11 battalions are deployed in Rajasthan while 3 are in Delhi.
== Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC) ==
=== List of RAC Battalion Units ===
*1st Battalion – [[Jodhpur]]
*2nd Battalion – [[Kota, Rajasthan|Kota]]
*3rd Battalion – [[Bikaner]]
*4th Battalion – [[Jaipur]]
*5th Battalion – [[Jaipur]]
*6th Battalion – [[Dholpur]]
*7th Battalion – [[Bharatpur, Rajasthan|Bharatpur]]
*8th Battalion – [[Delhi]]
*9th Battalion – [[Tonk, India|Tonk]]
*10th Battalion – [[Bikaner]]
*11th Battalion – [[Delhi]]
*12th Battalion – [[Delhi]]
*13th Battalion – Jail Security
*14th Battalion – [[Bharatpur, Rajasthan|Bharatpur]]
'''<big>State Disaster Rescue Force</big>'''
*Mewar Bhil 1st Corps – [[Kherwara Chhaoni|Kherwara, Udaipur]]
*Mewar Bhil 2nd Corps – [[Banswara]]
*Hadi Rani Mahila Battalion – [[Ajmer]]
*Maharana Pratap Battalion – [[Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh|Pratapgarh]]
*Rani Padmini Battalion – [[Sikar]] (New 2025)
*Kali Bai Battalion – (New 2025)
*Amrita Devi Battalion – (New 2025)


===All units===
== See also==
*First Battalion – [[Jodhpur]]
*[[Mewar Bhil Corps]]
*Second Battalion – [[Kota district|Kota]]
*[[Indian Police Service]]
*Third Battalion – [[Bikaner district|Bikaner]]
*[[Rajasthan Police Academy]]
*Fourth Battalion – [[Jaipur]]
*[[Rajasthan Police Service]]
*Fifth Battalion – [[Jaipur]]
*[[Rajasthan Administrative Service]]
*Sixth Battalion – [[Dholpur district|Dholpur]]
*[[Rajasthan Public Service Commission]]
*Seventh Battalion – [[Bharatpur district|Bharatpur]]
*[[Police forces of the states and union territories of India]]
*Eighth Battalion – [[Delhi]]
*Ninth Battalion – [[Tonk, Rajasthan|Tonk]]
*Tenth Battalion – [[Bikaner district|Bikaner]]
*Eleventh Battalion – [[Delhi]]
*Twelfth Battalion – [[Delhi]]
*Thirteenth Battalion – Jail Security
*Fourteenth Battalion – [[Bharatpur district|Bharatpur]]


== See also==
==Notes==
* [[Mewar Bhil Corps]]
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==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
* [http://police.rajasthan.gov.in/ Rajasthan Police official website]
* [http://police.rajasthan.gov.in/ Rajasthan Police official website]
* [https://jobsindia.org.in/rajasthan-police-sub-inspector-platoon-commander-exam-2021-date-declared/ Rajasthan Police Sub Inspector Exam 2021]
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Rajasthan Police
Emblem of the Rajasthan Police
Emblem of the Rajasthan Police
Common nameRajasthan Police Services
AbbreviationRJ Police
MottoSevarth Katibaddhata
सेवार्थ कटिबद्धता
Committed to serve
Agency overview
FormedJanuary, 1951; 75 years ago (1951)
Superseding agencyRajasthan Home Department
Employees100,000 (2025)[1]
Jurisdictional structure
Operations jurisdictionRajasthan, IND
Map of Rajasthan Police Department's jurisdiction
Size342,239 km² (132,139 sq mi)
Population73,529,325 (2015)
Governing bodyGovernment of Rajasthan
General nature
Operational structure
HeadquartersJaipur
Agency executive
Parent agencyHome Department Rajasthan
Website
police.rajasthan.gov.in

The Rajasthan Police (RP) is the law enforcement agency for the state of Rajasthan, working under the Rajasthan Home Department. As of 2025, it had over 100,000 personnel, making it one of India’s largest state police forces. It handles law enforcement, border security, and crime control through units like ATS, RAC, and Cyber Crime Cell.[2]

History[edit | edit source]

Sardar Bahadur, Inspector General of Jodhpur State Police, Shamsher Singh of Mianpur.

In January 1951, a unified police force was established in Rajasthan to serve the newly formed state. This development aimed to introduce a standardized law enforcement system across all regions of Rajasthan, ensuring better coordination, accountability, and public safety. The consolidation of various local policing units into a centralized structure marked a crucial step in building an efficient and modern police administration.

Over the following decades, the Rajasthan Police underwent significant institutional development. Specialized branches were introduced to handle crime investigation, traffic regulation, intelligence gathering, and vigilance. Police training academies were established to ensure that personnel were equipped with professional skills, legal knowledge, and ethical standards required for modern policing.

With the growth of urbanization and technology, the force gradually adopted digital tools for crime tracking, record management, and communication. Initiatives such as online FIR systems, cybercrime units, and community policing programs were launched to improve transparency and responsiveness.

Today, the Rajasthan Police continues to evolve as a professional and service-oriented institution, committed to upholding law and order while engaging actively with the public. Its journey since 1951 reflects a continuous effort to strengthen internal security, embrace technological innovation, and deliver efficient justice across the state. [3]

The first Director General of Rajasthan Police was R. Banerjee, although he credited Shamsher Singh of Mianpur, the Inspector General of Police of Jodhpur State, as the true founder of the Rajasthan Police.[4]

Organization[edit | edit source]

The Rajasthan Police is headed by the Director General of Police (DGP). The DGP is supported by senior officers holding the ranks of Additional Director General (ADGP), Inspector General (IGP), Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Additional Inspector General (AIG), and Superintendent of Police (SP). The force functions under the administrative control of the Department of Home, Government of Rajasthan. For effective governance and operational efficiency, the state police is organized into various divisions, units, zones, and ranges..[5]

Hierarchy[edit | edit source]

Gazetted Officers[edit | edit source]

Non-gazetted Officers[edit | edit source]

Source:[6]

  • Inspector of Police/Circle Inspector
  • Sub Inspector of Police (SI)
  • Assistant Sub Inspector of Police (ASI)
  • Head Constable (HC)
  • Senior Constable (SC)
  • Police Constable (PC)

Legal Framework[edit | edit source]

In 2007, the Government of Rajasthan enacted the Rajasthan Police Act, 2007, which became the first formal legislative framework governing the powers, duties, structure, and responsibilities of the state police force. The Act aimed to modernize policing, improve accountability, and align the force with democratic and human rights principles. It also established guidelines for community policing, police oversight bodies, and the functioning of different wings within the department.

Recruitment and service[edit | edit source]

Recruitment is generally through the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), which conducts a state-level examination called the Rajasthan Administrative Service/Subordinate Services Exam (RAS). After passing the exam, recruits undergo training at RPA Jaipur and RPTC. They are governed by Rajasthan Service Rules. The nine organizational units are: the Crime Branch, the Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC), the State Special Branch, the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Planning and Welfare, Training, Forensic Science Laboratory, Telecommunications, and the Traffic Police.[7]

As of 2023, the Rajasthan Police has employed 110,153 personnel.[8]

Insignia of Rajasthan Police[edit | edit source]

Gazetted Officers
Indian Police Service Gazetted Officers Rank Insignia [9][10][11]
Insignia
Rank Director of Intelligence Bureau (GOI)[note 1] Director General of Police[note 2] Additional Director General of Police[note 3] Inspector General of Police Deputy Inspector General of Police Senior Superintendent of Police (Selection Grade) Superintendent of Police Additional Superintendent of Police Assistant Superintendent of Police Assistant Superintendent of Police (Probationary Rank: 2 years of service) Assistant Superintendent of Police (Probationary Rank: 1 year of service)
Abbreviation DIB DGP ADGP IGP DIG SSP SP Addl. SP ASP ASP ASP


Non-gazetted officers
Indian Police Non-gazetted Officers Rank Insignia [12][13][14]
Insignia
No insignia
Rank Inspector Assistant Inspector[note 4] Sub-inspector Assistant Sub-inspector Head constable[note 5] Senior Police Constable
Police Naik[note 6] 		Constable
Abbreviation INS API SI ASI HC SC PC
  • Note: Colour pattern and size of chevron may vary according to the different rules of several distinct Indian State Police Services.


Present scenario[edit | edit source]

Over the years, Rajasthan Police has dealt with the responsibility of dealing with bandits (dacoits) and organized crime. With tensions high between India and Pakistan, the police department has responsibilities to deal with border security between the two countries. These responsibilities can range from dealing with organized crime rings and smuggling to dealing with illegal entry and enforcing border authority with a border spanning from across the 1,040 kilometres (650 mi) long border with Pakistan,[15] as well as the Chambal ravines. The Rajasthan Police is headed by the Director General of Police (DGP).[7]

As of the beginning of 2025, Rajasthan is divided into 2 police commission rates and 8 police ranges, each headed by an Inspector General of Police (IGP). The state is further divided into 57 districts (including 3 rural districts, 2 city districts in Jaipur City, and 2 railway police districts), 261 circles, 1014 police stations, and 1283 outposts. The force had 1181 inspectors, 2554 sub-inspectors, 4767 assistant sub-Inspectors, 15,911 head constables, and 71,858 constables, and about 195 Indian Police Service (IPS) and 876 Rajasthan Police Service (RPS) officers.[16]

ERT Commandos[edit | edit source]

The ERT (Emergency Response Team) is the commando unit of the Rajasthan Police raised for emergency law and order situations and is attached to RAC. They usually operate in close coordination with the ATS (Anti-Terrorism Squad) and SOG (Special Operations Group). They are trained by the Army and retired NSG officers in urban warfare, hostage situations, and crowd control. Notably, they played a significant role in the encounter with gangster Anand Pal Singh.[17]

Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC)[edit | edit source]

List of RAC Battalion Units[edit | edit source]

State Disaster Rescue Force

  • Mewar Bhil 1st Corps – Kherwara, Udaipur
  • Mewar Bhil 2nd Corps – Banswara
  • Hadi Rani Mahila Battalion – Ajmer
  • Maharana Pratap Battalion – Pratapgarh
  • Rani Padmini Battalion – Sikar (New 2025)
  • Kali Bai Battalion – (New 2025)
  • Amrita Devi Battalion – (New 2025)

See also[edit | edit source]

Notes[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Rajasthan Police at a Glance".
  2. ↑ "Mission Statement". Police.rajasthan.gov.in. Retrieved 19 June 2018.
  3. ↑ "Rajasthan Police". www.police.rajasthan.gov.in.
  4. ↑ "Rajasthan Police Portal Dashboard Home". www.police.rajasthan.gov.in. 25 March 2025. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
  5. ↑ "Rajasthan Police".
  6. ↑ "Non-Gazetted Officers". The Economic Times. 4 February 2025.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 "Rajasthan Police". www.police.rajasthan.gov.in. Retrieved 2 January 2021.
  8. ↑ "Rajasthan Police at a glance". police.rajasthan.gov.in.
  9. ↑ "Police Ranks" (PDF). Maharashtra Police. Retrieved 14 August 2017.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  10. ↑ "Governance of Kerala Police". Kerala Police. Retrieved 14 August 2017.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  11. ↑ "Police Ranks and Badges". Odisha Police. Retrieved 15 August 2017.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  12. ↑ "Police Ranks" (PDF). Maharashtra Police. Retrieved 14 August 2017.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  13. ↑ "Governance of Kerala Police". Kerala Police. Retrieved 14 August 2017.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  14. ↑ "Police Ranks and Badges". Odisha Police. Retrieved 15 August 2017.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  15. ↑ "India and Pakistan enter a new, dangerous era". POLITICO. 28 February 2019. Retrieved 26 March 2025.
  16. ↑ "Rajasthan Police at a Glance".
  17. ↑ "ERT Commandos". The Times of India. 26 June 2017.

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