Full Job Description
SAPS Police Trainee Recruitment 2026/2027 5,500 Posts
The South African Police Service (SAPS) advertises 5,500 Police Trainee positions for the 2026/2027 financial year.
Job Details
- Reference: TRA26/27
- Posts: 5,500
- Location: National Level, South Africa
- Monthly stipend: R5,000
- Minimum qualification: Grade 12 or equivalent
- Age: 1835 years
- Closing date: 13 November 2026
Minimum Requirements
- Be a South African citizen and provide proof of citizenship.
- Be aged 1835 on the closing date.
- Have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
- Be proficient in English and at least one other official language.
- Be physically, medically and mentally fit for police service.
- Pass the required psychological and integrity assessments.
- Have no criminal convictions or pending criminal cases.
- Not have been declared unfit to possess a firearm.
- Have no tattoos visible when wearing the SAPS uniform.
- Consent to fingerprinting, buccal sampling, background checks and security vetting.
- Be willing to undergo training and serve anywhere in South Africa.
Additional Preferences
Preference is given to applicants with a valid drivers licence for at least a light motor vehicle. Relevant three-year tertiary qualifications at NQF Level 6 or higher, other three-year tertiary qualifications, and Grade 12 results meeting bachelors degree admission requirements are also identified as selection preferences in the advertisement.
Duties
- Prevent, combat and investigate crime.
- Maintain public order.
- Protect the inhabitants of South Africa and their property.
- Uphold and enforce the law.
Training
Selected candidates will undergo the prescribed SAPS induction and Basic Police Development Learning Programme. The recruitment circular specifies training gear, meals, accommodation and medical aid benefits during the training phase. Successful completion of training does not remove the requirement to meet applicable appointment conditions.
Fitness and Screening
Applicants will undergo the required physical fitness, medical, psychological and integrity assessments, interviews and background verification. The circular specifies a maximum BMI of 30 kg/m, a maximum waist circumference of 102 cm for males and 90 cm for females.
How to Apply
Apply through the official SAPS eRecruitment vacancy page using the link below. Follow the instructions on the portal and verify that applications are still being accepted before submitting your details.
View Official SAPS Police Trainee Vacancy and Application Instructions
Important Information
- Only one application is allowed per applicant.
- Do not pay anyone to participate in the recruitment process.
- Providing false information may affect your application.
- Meeting the requirements does not guarantee appointment.
- SAPS communicates with successful applicants only.
Closing date stated in the supplied advertisement: 13 November 2026.
Disclaimer: Applicants must verify the vacancy status and all requirements on the official SAPS portal. NYOSA is not the recruiting authority.