3 West Bengal-Cadre IPS Officers Get NOC for Central Deputation; Amit P Javalgi Appointed IG in NIA
The West Bengal government has cleared the way for three senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers to take up assignments under the Government of India by granting them No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for central deputation.
The officers are Amit P Javalgi (IPS: 2006: WB), B V Chandra Sekhar (IPS: 2009: WB) and Amandeep (IPS: 2014: WB). While Javalgi has already been appointed as Inspector General in the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the central deputation postings of Chandra Sekhar and Amandeep are expected to be finalised through the prescribed process.
The three officers bring varied experience in policing, investigation, intelligence, district administration, urban law and order and election-related assignments. Their movement to the Centre will add experienced officers from the West Bengal cadre to the pool available for national-level policing and security responsibilities.
Amit P Javalgi to Join NIA as Inspector General
Amit P Javalgi, a 2006-batch IPS officer of the West Bengal cadre, is the most senior among the three officers cleared for central deputation. A direct-recruit IPS officer selected through the UPSC Civil Services Examination, Javalgi joined the service on August 29, 2006.
Javalgi has now completed around two decades in the police service and has handled several important assignments during his career. He is currently serving as Commissioner of Police, Chandannagar Police Commissionerate, in the rank of Inspector General and at Pay Level 14. He has held this assignment since January 1, 2024.
Javalgi holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering and has built extensive experience in senior policing positions. His service record also includes recognition with the Medal for Meritorious Service in 2025.
Javalgi Appointed IG in NIA
Following the central deputation process, Javalgi has been appointed as Inspector General in the National Investigation Agency. The NIA is the country’s premier central agency for investigating terrorism and other offences having national security implications.
Javalgi’s long experience in senior policing is expected to be useful in his new role, particularly in an organisation dealing with complex investigations, intelligence coordination and counter-terrorism matters. His appointment represents a significant move from state-level police leadership to a central investigative organisation with a nationwide mandate.
BV Chandra Sekhar Gets NOC for Central Deputation
B V Chandra Sekhar, a 2009-batch West Bengal-cadre IPS officer, is the second officer to receive an NOC for central deputation. A direct-recruit IPS officer selected through the UPSC Civil Services Examination, Chandra Sekhar joined the service on December 21, 2009.
Chandra Sekhar is from Andhra Pradesh and has more than 17 years of service experience. He is currently serving as Joint Commissioner of Police (Headquarters), Bidhannagar Police Commissionerate, at Pay Level 13.
He has held the position since February 19, 2024. His NOC now allows him to proceed towards a central deputation assignment, subject to the completion of the required formalities.
Experience in Kolkata Police and Bidhannagar
Chandra Sekhar has handled a range of important responsibilities during his career in the West Bengal Police. His earlier assignments include significant roles in Kolkata Police, where he served as Deputy Commissioner of Police in areas including the Detective Department and Special Branch.
These postings gave him exposure to criminal investigation, intelligence gathering and urban policing. At the Bidhannagar Police Commissionerate, his responsibilities as Joint Commissioner of Police (Headquarters) have included aspects of urban police administration, public-facing policing and security arrangements.
Chandra Sekhar has also gained experience in election-related security duties, adding another dimension to his administrative and operational background. His combination of investigation, intelligence and urban policing experience could make him suitable for a range of central government assignments.
Amandeep Also Cleared for Central Deputation
The third officer to receive an NOC is Amandeep, a 2014-batch IPS officer of the West Bengal cadre. Amandeep has built his career through a mix of district policing, intelligence work and specialised assignments within the West Bengal Police.
He has served as Superintendent of Police in Birbhum and Purba Bardhaman districts, besides holding an earlier assignment in Hooghly Rural. His district postings have given him considerable experience in field policing, public order management and district-level administration.
Experience in Intelligence and Election Duties
Amandeep’s experience extends beyond conventional district policing. He has served in the West Bengal Police Intelligence Branch, including as Special Superintendent of Police. His work in the intelligence setup has provided him with experience in gathering and assessing information relating to security and law-and-order issues.
He has also worked in connection with the Election Commission of India, serving as an observer during state Assembly election processes. The combination of field policing, intelligence work and election-related responsibilities gives Amandeep a diverse professional profile as he moves towards central deputation.
Three Officers Move Towards the Centre
The NOCs granted to Javalgi, Chandra Sekhar and Amandeep mark another instance of experienced West Bengal-cadre IPS officers becoming available for service in central organisations.
For Javalgi, the process has already culminated in his appointment as IG in the NIA. Chandra Sekhar and Amandeep, meanwhile, are now eligible to proceed through the remaining formalities for their respective central assignments.
Central deputation allows officers from state cadres to contribute their field experience to national institutions and specialised organisations. It also gives them exposure to broader policing, intelligence, investigation and security responsibilities at the national level.
With three officers bringing experience across different areas of policing, the latest move is significant for both West Bengal and the Centre. Their combined backgrounds cover senior police administration, criminal investigation, intelligence, district policing, urban law and order and election management, creating a strong pool of experience for central-level responsibilities.
