The present study was conducted with the objective of investigating the level of motivation-to-lead among police personnel across different ranks. The study was conducted on a sample of 350 (205 constables, 30 head constables, 85 sub inspectors and 30 inspectors) non-gazetted police personnel. The data have been collected on the police organization at the state of Uttar Pradesh in Republic of India. Participants' responses were obtained on questionnaires which measured motivation-to-lead (Dubrin, 1998) on five point scale. Statistical analysis of the data through F test showed among the motivation-to-lead dimensions, while there was no significant difference between the constables, head constables, sub inspectors and inspectors participants with regard to providing solutions, there were significant differences in managing group activity and providing encouragement reported by constables, head constables, sub inspectors and inspectors. Results of the mean reveals that constables, head constables, sub inspectors and inspectors have strong managing group activity, providing encouragement, providing solutions and total motivation-to-lead. Findings have important implications for award of promotions and giving responsibility to police personnel in duties which needs motivation-to-lead