The ranking system was amended in 2016. The role of regional police commissioner was introduced, with the rank of lieutenant general. The major and lieutenant ranks were eliminated, with lieutenants assuming the rank of captain and majors assuming the rank of lieutenant colonel.
Group
Senior Management – Commissioned Officers
Rank
General (Gen)
Lieutenant General (Lt Gen)
Major General (Maj Gen)
Brigadier
Role
Designation of National Commissioner
Actg. National Commissioner, Deputy National Commissioner, Regional Commissioner, Provincial Commissioner, Divisional Commissioner