South African Police Service (SAPS)

Selected applicants will undergo police training before entering the policing environment. Graduates in relevant disciplines may be considered for specialised placements in the Hawks, Detective and Forensic Services, and Crime Intelligence.

-Complete the prescribed police training. -Develop the discipline, fitness and integrity required for policing. -Prepare to serve and protect communities. -Support crime prevention and public safety activities.

South African applicants aged 18 to under 35; applicants should have no criminal record or pending criminal cases and must be physically fit and committed to policing.

The current announcement does not specify a universal minimum qualification. Relevant NQF Level 6 or higher qualifications qualify successful recruits for a shorter training route.

Not specified.

Not specified in the media statement. Applicants must create and verify an online recruitment profile.

Register on the SAPS eRecruitment portal, verify the account using the email code and apply for an available trainee post. Selection includes fitness, psychometric and integrity testing, medical evaluation and an interview.