Careers as a Detective


Detectives or private investigators are very much a part of our reality – shadowing an errant spouse to unearthing murky secrets of organisations and even verifying the credentials of prospective marriage partners! They not only lighten the burden of the law and order enforcement agencies but also strive to address the issue of civilian security adequately.

Detectives & criminal investigators investigate & solve crimes and apprehend criminals. They specialize in specific types of violations such as homicide, sex crimes or those against people or property. Many work for local, state or federal agencies while others are employed privately. Detectives use modern tools & techniques like computers and other telecommunication equipment, to solve crimes ranging from theft, drug trafficking and kidnapping to mass murder. They gather evidence by observing suspects, interviewing witnesses, victims and suspects, and investigating information. Some detectives and criminal investigators can formally charge a suspect with a crime if there is sufficient evidence. Hence, they often participate in arrests or raids.

There is a lot of thrill, adventure and a certain amount of danger involved in this profession, while at the same time the job is never mundane and can give tremendous satisfaction and confidence. It may be a tough career option but young individuals who have the potential and courage to fight against crimes can definitely find it as one of the satisfying professions in today’s world. So, would you like to be India’s answer to Mr Holmes?

Job Profiles
Ø  Legal Investigator
Ø  Corporate Investigator
Ø  Computer Forensic Investigator
Ø  Financial Investigator
Ø  Private Detective
Ø  Government Investigating Officer

Eligibility / Admission Criteria
There is no particular educational qualification required to become a detective.
The minimum qualification that is required to enter into this field is that a person must complete his/her schooling. To become a corporate investigator, the minimum qualification required is graduation or an MBA. To work in computer forensics, the person must have a computer degree. A qualification in forensic or criminology or law is an added advantage to enter into this field.

For Government Investigating Officer, level of entry is determined by their qualification. The minimum qualification required for a candidate to join as an Assistant Sub Inspector in the CID is class 12. If one aspires to join as a Sub Inspector, he/she should have cleared graduation. Graduation is the requirement for officer level post as well.

Courses
Certificate
Ø  Certificate in Private Investigator (Detective)
Ø  Advanced Certification in Private Investigator (Detective)
Ø  PG Certification  in Private Investigator

Bachelors
Ø  Bachelor Degree Course (Forensic Science and Criminology)

Masters
Ø  M.Sc. Forensic Science
Ø  M.A. in Criminology and Forensics
Ø  Master's in Criminology

Some Institutes/Colleges/Universities
Ø  The Indore Christian College, Indore
Ø  The National Institute of Private Investigation, New Delhi
Ø  ACE Detectives India International Securities, New Delhi
Ø  Lancers Network Limited, New Delhi
Ø  All-India Private Detectives Association, New Delhi

Cost of the Course
The average course fee in India ranges between ₹ 15,000 - ₹ 50,000

Careers Prospects
Detective is an exciting and adventurous career choice. The career is expected to grow at a fast rate in the future due to the rise in cyber crimes and the increasing need to protect property and confidential information. Private Detectives are usually employed by Non – Governmental entities such as private citizens and businesses. They normally work within the current law framework and carry out their investigations discreetly. Private Detectives often work with attorneys in civil and capital punishment cases. They work with Insurance Companies to investigate suspicious claims. They work on divorce cases related to finding grounds for divorce, child custody, alimony etc. Private Detectives are also hired to check the genuineness of schemes and offers.

Private investigation and detective services can now be considered a burgeoning industry. This is because the security situation has worsened in the last decade or so, moreover the regular police force has its hands full of cases. Hence, detective and security agencies around the country are running successfully today and their services are being increasingly sought after.

Employment Sector
Ø  Government agencies against the crime
Ø  State police
Ø  Central police
Ø  FBI
Ø  CBI
Ø  IB
Ø  Private detective agencies
Ø  NGOs
Ø  Human rights agencies
Ø  Law Firms
Ø  Insurance Companies
Ø  Big Corporate Houses

Income
The average salary of private detectives was ₹ 1,25,000 to  ₹ 2,50,000 per year. Experienced and successful private detectives earned more than ₹ 5,00,000 to ₹ 10,00,000 per year.

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