Sage-Tips

Do IFS work with RAW?

RAW is the Indian foreign intelligence agency, the recruitment for which is done through a number of ways, primarily the civil services after clearing the UPSC exam. RAW officers and RAW agents can be appointed from fields like IPS, IFS, and even IAS.

How can I join Indian RAW?

To become a RAW agent, candidates have to take the ‘Group A’ Civil Services exam under the Central Staffing Scheme. They have to clear all the stages of the Civil Service examination and the qualified candidates are allowed to write the RAW test.

Do Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officers keep in touch with the government?

Yes, IFS officers keep in touch with deep assets of our nation. And only few officers are aware of such operations. No, Indian Foreign Service officers completely undergo different training unlike their counterparts IAS and IPS officers do.

Is there any quota for Indian Foreign Service to join Raw?

So answer is yes, they can be. You can join RAW on deputation from any service provided they find that you have the things which are needed in that service. There is no quota for Indian Foreign Service or for any service for that matter to join RAW.

Can an IFS officer join Raw on deputation?

An IFS officer can join RAW on deputation I believe, though it is highly unlikely. Top brass at RAW are drawn from Central IB, CBI, deputation from IPS, Indian Armed Forces etc. Even if an IFS joins RAW, he would be sitting in an air-conditioned, safe and secure room handling operations/strategy.

Does India’s raw interfere in its neighbours’ Affairs?

India’s external intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), has long faced allegations of meddling in its neighbors’ affairs. Founded in 1968, primarily to counter China’s influence, over time it has shifted its focus to India’s other traditional rival, Pakistan.