Organisation: South African Police Service (SAPS)
Post Title: Police Trainee
Reference Number: TRAINEE26/27
Act of Appointment: SAPS Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995)
Closing Date: 13 November 2026

About the Opportunity

The South African Police Service is recruiting entry level Police Trainees. Applications are open to all races and genders. SAPS is looking for young, energetic, intelligent, and physically and mentally fit individuals who are dedicated to serving their country through a career in policing.

This is an entry point into a career with one of the country’s largest public service institutions. Successful candidates are enlisted as Police Trainees on contract and receive structured training at the SAPS academies before taking up operational duties.

Remuneration

Pay is structured according to the phase of your training.

Institution Phase (basic training at the academies): a stipend of R5 000 per month.

Probation Phase (after training at the academies): a salary notch of R248 175 per annum.

In addition, appointees will receive the applicable service benefits from the Probation Phase.

Core Functions

On successful completion of training, the core functions of the post are to:

• Prevent, combat and investigate crime
• Maintain public order
• Protect and secure the inhabitants of the Republic and their property
• Uphold and enforce the law

Placement for Qualified Applicants

Applicants who hold a three-year National Diploma or Degree recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NLRD) at NQF Level 6 or higher will be considered for placement in specialised units. The qualifying fields of study are:

• Law
• Policing
• Criminology
• Law Enforcement
• Forensic Investigation
• IT and Computer Science
• Natural Science
• Accounting Science

These applicants may be placed in the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), Detective and Forensic Service, or Crime Intelligence (CI).

Who Should Apply

This opportunity suits anyone who is committed to public service, is in good physical and mental condition, and wants to contribute to safer communities. Graduates in the fields above may have an added advantage when it comes to placement in specialised units.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications online through the SAPS website and upload all required documentation. Read the detailed advertisement carefully before applying so that you understand the requirements and have your documents ready.

Applications close on 13 November 2026. Do not wait until the last day, as late applications will not be considered.

Please note that the South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof.

Apply Now on the SAPS Website: https://www.saps.gov.za

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