Full Form Of CID

What is the full form of CID?

CID stands for Crime Investigation Department, an investigation subdivision crime branch of Indian State Police. Led by the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), CID has its headquarters in Pune and handles cases handed over by the Indian government and DGP. In 1902, the British government developed CID to maintain law and order in society. The officers of this department operate in regular clothes and are known as CID or Detectives.

CID was split into Crime branch CID and CID in 1929 where Crime branch CID is a special department headed by the ADGP and guided by the Inspector-General of Police. It analyzes serious offenses like murder, forgery, riot, counterfeiting, and cases handed over by the High Court or state government.

Working of CID

1. Investigates criminal cases like murder, rape, robbery, theft, etc.
2. Gathers evidence and facts for fraud and criminal cases to catch the criminals and present the suspect(s) to the Court with evidence.
3. Investigates cases with the help of the regional police.
4. Exchanges information and works in coordination with other agencies.

Eligibility Criteria of CID

• Should be an Indian citizen
• Should have a degree from a reputed institution to reach the CID as an officer or Sub Inspector.
• 12th/Higher Secondary Certificate to enter CID as a constable.
• Should complete the Indian Civil Services Exam.
• The minimum age limit is 20 years and the maximum age limit is 27 years to appear in the exam.OBC and SC/ST have an age relaxation of 3-5 years.
• Should have a sharp eye and should be outstanding.
• Good memory, character judgment, ability to manage in a group, as well as should be able to work single-handed.

Grade of CID officers

1. Sub- Inspectors
2. Inspectors
3. Superintendents
4. Additional Director General of Police
5. Inspector-General of Polices

Various CID Branches

1. CID and Crime Branch
2. Department of Human Rights
3. Bank Frauds
4. Missing Person cell and Anti-Human Trafficking
5. Anti-Narcotics Cell
6. Finger Print Bureau
7. Anti-Terrorism Wing
8. Dog Squad