The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) uses rank insignia to identify the rank and seniority of its officers. The rank insignia consists of a combination of stripes, stars, and other symbols that are worn on the uniform to indicate an officer's position and level of responsibility.
- Commissioner:
The Commissioner is the highest-ranking officer in the RPNGC and is responsible for overall administration and management of the organization. The Commissioner is appointed by the government and reports directly to the Minister of Internal Security.
2. Deputy Commissioner:
The Deputy Commissioners assist the Commissioner in the administration and management of the RPNGC. They are responsible for specific areas of the organization such as operations, training, and support services.
3. Assistant Commissioner:
The Assistant Commissioners are responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the RPNGC and implementing the policies and programs set by the Commissioner.
4. Commander:
Commanders are responsible for the management of specific regions within the RPNGC, including both urban and rural areas. They are responsible for the supervision of personnel and the implementation of policies and programs in their respective areas.
5. Chief Superintendent:
Chief Superintendents are responsible for the management of specific districts or directorate within the RPNGC and are responsible for supervising personnel and ensuring that policies and programs are implemented effectively.
6. Superintendent:
Superintendents are responsible for the management of specific districts within the RPNGC and are responsible for supervising personnel and ensuring that policies and programs are implemented effectively.
7 Chief Inspector:
Chief Inspector are responsible for the management of specific districts within the RPNGC and are responsible for supervising personnel and ensuring that policies and programs are implemented effectively.
8. Senior Inspector:
Senior Inspectors are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of police stations and are responsible for the supervision of personnel.
9. Inspector:
Inspectors are responsible for the management of individual police stations and are responsible for the supervision of personnel.
10. Chief Sergeant:
Senior Sergeant are responsible for the supervision of police officers and are responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures are followed.
11. Senior Sergeant:
Senior Sergeant are responsible for the supervision of police officers and are responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures are followed.
12. Sergeant:
Sergeants are responsible for the supervision of police officers and are responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures are followed.
13. Senior Constable:
Sergeants are responsible for the supervision of police officers and are responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures are followed.
14. First Constable:
First Constables are the front-line personnel of the RPNGC and are responsible for enforcing the law, maintaining public order, and protecting the community.
15. Constable:
Constables are the front-line personnel of the RPNGC and are responsible for enforcing the law, maintaining public order, and protecting the community.
It is important to note that the exact design and symbolism of the RPNGC rank insignia may vary over time and can also depend on the specific uniform and branch of the force. Nevertheless, the basic structure of the rank insignia remains largely consistent and is an important part of the RPNGC's tradition and heritage.