Apply: South African Police Service SAP Student Trainee Intake 2026/2027

Apply: South African Police Service SAP Student Trainee Intake 2026/2027

The South African Police Service is recruiting for entry level Police Trainees and invites applications from all races and gender, i.e. from young, energetic, intelligent, physically and mentally fit individuals, dedicated to serving their country by pursuing a career in Policing.

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Are you a South African citizen between the ages of 18-35 years and want to serve your country? This is your opportunity!

Location: National Level

Stipend: R5,000 per month

Closing Date: 13 November 2026

Minimum Requirements:

• South African citizen with proof of citizenship.
• Aged 18-35 years by the closing date.
• Must pass physical, medical, psychological and integrity assessments. Preference will be given to applicants with a valid light motor vehicle driver's licence and:
• A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification (NQF 6 or higher), e.g. Policing, Criminal Law or Forensic Investigation.
• Another 3-year tertiary qualification (NQF 6 or higher).

  A Grade 12 certificate meeting the minimum requirements for bachelor's degree admission.

  How to apply:

  interested applicants should submit their applications online through the SAPS Website here p> https://erecruitment.saps.gov.za and upload all required documentation.

  A Grade 12 certificate meeting the minimum requirements for bachelor's degree admission. MF Apply online: erecruitment.saps.gov.za Don't missing ×(this opportunity to serve South Africa! Share with others who may qualify.

  NOTE: Applicants in possession of a three (3) year National Diploma / Degree recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NLRD) on at least a NQF 6 or higher level in Law/ Policing / Criminology / Law Enforcement / Forensic investigation / IT, Computer Science, Natural Science, Accounting Science will be considered for placement in the following units: Directorate for Priority Crime investigation (DPCi)/ Detective and Forensic Service / Crime Intelligence (Ci).

  Successful candidates will be enlisted as Police Trainees on contract.

  For a detailed advertisement, please visit the South African Police Service website on: https://www.saps.gov.za