Assistant sub-inspector of police

The rank insignia for an ASI is one star, with a red and blue striped ribbon at the outer edge of the shoulder straps.

is often the officer in charge of Police Outposts or "phari" and Investigation Centres.

In Police Stations ASI are usually in charge of armouries and in training centres they are the Chief Drill Officer.

Also prior to 6th central pay commission there is no rank of ASI in the paramilitary forces which is later introduced.

What is ASI above Head Constable in Police Forces of India Rank Insignia A star with a red and blue striped ribbon on the outer edge of the shoulder straps.