The Tamil Nadu Police has announced a recruitment drive for Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Paramilitary Force personnel with expertise in Bomb Detection & Disposal. This initiative aims to fill 59 vacancies for the posts of Inspector, Sub-Inspector, and Head Constable in the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squads (BDDS) on a contract basis.
Job Details
| Detail | Information |
| Department | Tamil Nadu Police |
| Employment Type | Contract Basis (One Year, Extendable) |
| Job Title(s) | Inspector, Sub-Inspector, Head Constable (BDDS) |
| Total Vacancies | 59 |
| Application Start Date | September 30, 2025 |
| Application End Date | October 31, 2025 |
| Location | Tamil Nadu |
| Application Method | Offline (By Post) |
| Official Site | Not Specified |
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Press Release No: 2324, Dated: 30.09.2025
Post and Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Eligible Ranks | Number of Vacancies |
| Inspector (BDDS) | Ex-Subedars / Subedar-Majors | 02 |
| Sub-Inspector (BDDS) | Ex-Naib Subedars | 14 |
| Head Constable (BDDS) | Ex. Havildars / Naiks | 43 |
Salary Details
The pay scale for the positions is as follows:
- Inspector (BDDS): ₹37,700–₹1,19,500
- Sub-Inspector (BDDS): ₹36,900–₹1,16,600
- Head Constable (BDDS): ₹20,600–₹65,500
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed a minimum of SSLC or its equivalent from a recognized board.
Technical Qualification & Experience
- BDD Course: Must be qualified in a minimum 6-week BDD course conducted by CME (Pune), NSG, or BCAS.
- Service Experience: A minimum of 10 years of service in the Army or a Paramilitary Force.
- Practical Experience: Sound knowledge and practical experience in BD units such as 261 or 262 CED Units of the Indian Army, EDD Wing of CME, BD Unit of NSG, National Bomb Data Centre, or Airports.
- Skills: Must have field engineering skills and the ability to impart BDD training in both Tamil and English.
- Medical Category: Must be in SHAPE-I medical category.
Age Limit
Applicants must be below 50 years of age as of July 1, 2025.
Selection Process
The selection process involves Selection Trials for eligible candidates, which will include:
- Certificate Verification
- Written Test
- Practical Test
Only eligible candidates will be informed about the trials through individual call letters.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should send their applications along with Bio-Data and copies of the following documents by post before October 31, 2025 :
- Educational certificates
- Required pages of the discharge book
- Pension Pay Order (PPO)
- BDD course and experience certificates
Application Address:
The Additional Director General of Police,
Operations, Marutham, No.17, Boat Club Road,
Raja Annamalaipuram, Chennai – 600028.
Instructions
- This recruitment is on a contract basis for a period of one year, which may be extended if required.
- Applications must be sent via post to the specified address within the deadline.
- The recruitment is subject to specified terms and conditions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Press Release Date | September 30, 2025 |
| Last Date for Application | October 31, 2025 |
Important Links
| Link Type | Status |
| Notification Link | Click Here |
