Key Details for the Application
- Closing Date: November 13, 2026
- Number of Positions: 5,500 police trainees
- Stipend: R5,000 per month during training
- Reference Number: TRA26/27
- Cost: The application process is completely free of charge.
Eligibility Requirements
- Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
- Age: Between 18 and 35 years old.
- Education: Grade 12 Senior Certificate (or equivalent qualification). Higher education qualifications (NQF Level 6 or higher) in Law, Policing, Criminology, Forensics, IT, or Sciences are targeted for specialized units like the Hawks (DPCI).
- Criminal Record: Must have no criminal record and no pending criminal cases.
- Fitness: Must be mentally and physically fit.
How to Apply
- Go to the SAPS eRecruitment Portal and register a user profile using your email address.
- Verify your account via the code sent to your email.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and general information sections.
- Upload required supporting documents (certification is not required; each file must not exceed 3 MB).
- Review the declaration and submit your application before the deadline.
For full vacancy details and guidelines, check the SAPS Careers Page. [1]
To help you prepare your application, could you tell me:
- What is your highest level of education (Grade 12 or a tertiary degree)?
- Do you have any previous work or leadership experience?