A significant leadership transition is underway in the Indian Police Service as six senior officers from various state cadres are set to retire on December 31, 2025. The retiring cohort includes high-ranking officials such as the Director General of Police (DGP) of Bihar and the DGP of Telangana. Their departures will trigger a series of high-level reshuffles as state governments move to appoint new heads of police forces and specialized wings.
| Officer | Cadre & Batch | Current/Last Major Role |
| Alok Raj | Bihar (1989) | Director General of Police (DGP), Bihar. A veteran known for community policing initiatives. |
| Ravi Gupta | Telangana (1990) | Director General of Police (DGP), Telangana. Previously headed the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB). |
| Tadasha Mishra | Jharkhand (1994) | Special Director General, Jharkhand. Known for her work in modernization and police training. |
| Pawan Kumar Shrivastava | Madhya Pradesh (1992) | Additional Director General (ADG). Served extensively in the Intelligence and Special Police Establishment. |
| Paramraj Singh Umaranangal | Punjab (1995) | Inspector General (IG). His tenure was marked by significant roles in border security and law and order. |
| Lalhruaia Darlong | Tripura (2004) | IG/Additional Director General. A key figure in the Tripura State Rifles and regional security. |
