Is deputy collector same as SDM?

SDM is Sub-divisional magistrate while Senior deputy collector that id ADM i.e. Additional District Magistrate who is just after the DM i.e. District Magistrate or collector. Now, here SDM is responsible only for a Revenue division or Sub-division or Sub-district.

Which rank is required for SDM?

To become an SDM, you must pass 12th class and hold a graduation degree from a recognized university. Then, you need to apply for Civil Services Exam conducted by Union Public Services every year. After cracking the UPSC you become an IAS officer and posted as an SDM.

Who is big SDM or DM?

A DM has greater powers than SDM. There is only one DM in a district. Both DM and SDM enjoy similar perks and benefits in their service, but a DM will get a little increase in their salary.

Is SDM and Collector same?

SDM is generally an officer of state civil service. Additionally, Indian Administrative Service officers selected from UPSC also serve as SDM in their training period. They are also known as Deputy/Assistant Collector or Assistant Commissioner in several Indian states.

What is the role of a deputy collector in a state?

A deputy collector is first posting for a fresh I.A.S as SUB COLLECTOR ..or for a person sellected under group 1 of state public service comission as R.D.O.. Also a person who joined as assistant under Group 4 exam of State Public Service Comission will get an opportunity to hold this post during promotion after tahsildar.

What is the role of additional collector in District?

Additional Collector [called as Joint Collector or Additional District Magistrate in some states] looks after the affairs of one complete district. He is the next higher authority in a district after District Collector [called as District Magistrate in some states]. I think the designation of Additional Collector do not exist in many states.

What is the difference between joint collector and additional collector?

Additional Collector [called as Joint Collector or Additional District Magistrate in some states] looks after the affairs of one complete district. He is the next higher authority in a district after District Collector [called as District Magistrate in some states].

What is the difference between PCs SDM and direct recruit SDM?

A PCS cadre SDM may have conducted multiple legislative and parliamentary election whereas for a direct recruit SDM it may be the first time. The initial 4–5 years of postings in field including the initial couple of months of 1st DM posting are considered to be a training period for direct IAS.

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