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Is SDM same as DC?
HI Nitesh ! The two posts which you mentioned Deputy Collector (DC) and Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) are not different. SDM is a post given to administrative officer below level of district. A district is divided into several Sub-Divisions (tehsils) and the head of those sub-divisions is called as SDM.
Which post is higher than DC?
If D.C means Deputy Commissioner then obviously he is senior to S.D.M (Sub Divisional Magistrate). The post of a Deputy Commissioner is normally confined to metropolitan cities and holds the same protocol and powers that are given to a District Magistrate. If D.C means Deputy Collector then he is equivalent to S.D.M.
Who is powerful DM or SDM?
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 district collector same?
They are also known as Deputy/Assistant Collector or Assistant Commissioner in several Indian states. It is empowered by tax inspector, Collector or District Magistrate. All subdivisions (tehsils) are under the charge of SDM (Sub Divisional Magistrate).
Who is big SDM or collector?
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.
Who is higher DGP or DC?
In the case of the Delhi Police, the Commissioner of Police and Director General of Police are the same. Director-General of Police is the highest Ranked Officer, hence he does not report to the Commissioner of Police.
Who is bigger DC or DM?
The District Collector is the highest Officer of Revenue administration in the district. A district magistrate, often abbreviated to DM, is an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer who is the senior-most executive magistrate and chief in charge of the general administration of a district in India.
What is the difference between an ADM and an SDM?
ADM is almost equal to DM as he/she is responsible for the whole district whereas SDM is only responsible for a Revenue division or Sub-division or Sub-district. ADM ( Additional district magistrate) is higher post than SDM ( sub-divisional magistrate).
What is the full form of SDM?
SDM stands for SUB DIVISIONAL MAGISTRATE, SDM is a title given to the head official of a district subdivision, an administrative officer that is sometimes below the level of district.
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.
What is the difference between SDM and SDO?
SDM have powers that if there is being any conflicts between groups or any others reason , SDM can fire (aansu gas), and can do “laathi charge”. Executive magistrate senior will be SDM . This is a post under a land revenue court and is a appealable Court. Sdo are revenue officer.