Complete your school education
Earn a bachelor’s degree if required in your country
Check the eligibility criteria for CID recruitment in your region
Prepare for the required competitive exam or police recruitment test
Apply for a police or detective service position
Clear written tests, physical tests, medical tests, and interviews
Join the police force or criminal investigation department as a trainee or officer
Gain experience in general policing or investigation work
Complete specialized CID training
Develop skills in investigation, evidence collection, interrogation, and report writing
Maintain a clean legal and disciplinary record
Apply for CID transfer, promotion, or direct recruitment when eligible
Continue professional training and career advancement within the department