List of DGPs of Rajasthan

Director General of Police
Shoulder Rank of DGP
Car Flag for Director General of Police
Incumbent
Ravi Prakash Meharda, IPS
since 10 June 2025
Rajasthan Police
StatusHead of Police Force of Rajasthan Police
AbbreviationDGP
Member ofIndian Police Service
Reports toMinistry of Home Affairs
ResidenceJaipur, Rajasthan
NominatorUnion Public Service Commission
AppointerGovernment of Rajasthan
Term length2 years
(minimum)
First holderR Banerjee
DeputyAdditional Director General of Police
Salary 225,000 (US$2,700)
(monthly)

The Director General of Police (DGP) is the highest-ranking police officer in Indian states and union territories. This position is typically held by an officer from the Indian Police Service (IPS). The DGP in Rajasthan is appointed by the state government. The process involves consultation with the Union Public Service Commission, which prepares a panel of eligible officers and final appointment is made by the state government from this panel. They have symbols of crossed sword, baton, and the state emblem on their shoulders. The first DGP of Rajasthan is R. Banerjee, while the current DGP is Ravi Prakash Meharda, IPS.