SAPS Police
Job Title – SAPS Police Trainee:
📌 SAPS Police Trainee – South African Police Service (SAPS)
Location:
🌍 South Africa (Nationwide)
Job Type:
📝 Contract (21 months)
Salary:
💰 Training Phase: R4500 per month (stipend)
💰 Probation Phase: R216,033 per annum (salary)
Job Description:
🛡️ The South African Police Service (SAPS) is recruiting 10,000 patriotic citizens to join as entry-level Police Trainees. Successful candidates will undergo a 21-month Basic Police Development Learning Programme (BPDLP), which includes:
- Induction Phase: 1 month at a designated police station.
- Basic Training Phase: 8 months at a SAPS Academy (6 months for Law Graduates).
- Probation Phase: 12 months of workplace exposure.
🎓 Upon successful completion, trainees will be considered for permanent appointment as SAPS Constables.
Key Responsibilities:
🔍 Prevent, combat, and investigate crime.
👮♂️ Maintain public order.
🏠 Protect and secure inhabitants of South Africa and their property.
⚖️ Uphold and enforce the law.
Requirements:
✅ Must be a South African citizen with permanent residency.
📜 Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
🚗 Valid driver’s license (advantageous).
🗣️ Proficient in English and one other official language.
🎂 Age between 18 and 35 years.
❌ No criminal record or visible tattoos.
💪 Physically and mentally fit.
🌍 Willing to serve anywhere in South Africa.
Application Process:
📄 Submit the official SAPS application form (available at Police Stations or SAPS website).
📎 Attach uncertified copies of:
- ID
- Grade 12 certificate
- Driver’s license (if applicable)
- Other relevant documents.
📬 Applications must be hand-delivered to the nearest Police Station by 31 August 2025.
Selection Process:
🏋️♂️ Fitness, psychometric, and integrity testing.
🏥 Medical evaluation and interview.
🔒 Vetting process including security screening and fingerprint verification.
Benefits:
🎽 Free training gear, meals, and accommodation during the Basic Training Phase.
🏥 Medical aid benefits for the duration of the 21-month programme.
📜 Opportunity for permanent employment after successful completion.
Contact Information:
📞 For enquiries, contact the relevant provincial SAPS recruitment office:
| Province | Contact Person | Tel Nr |
|---|---|---|
| Western Cape | Lt Col Visser / Capt Van Zyl / PO Mahloane | (021) 409 6579 / 6587 / 6588 / 6592 / 6593 |
| Eastern Cape | Lt Col Madlingozi / Capt E Du Randt / PPO Nxitywa | (040) 608 7153 / 7156 / 7157 / 7158 / 7245 / 7248 / 7161 |
| Northern Cape | Lt Col Diamond / W/O Teise | (053) 839 2510 / 2813 / 2518 / 3724 |
| Free State | Lt Col Jackson / Sgt IF Galilee | (051) 507 6407 / 6807 |
| Gauteng | Lt Col C Henning / Capt. Janse van Rensburg / Capt Barnard / Motau | (011) 274 7913 / 7423 / 7424 / 7425 |
| North West | Col Nel / Capt Mpela | (018) 299 7320 / 7732 |
| Mpumalanga | Lt Col Todani / Capt NA Nkosi | (013) 762 4810 / 4898 / 4808 / 4811 / 4809 / 4318 |
| Kwa-Zulu Natal | Lt Col SN Zondo / W/O PL Machaie / PO P Moodley | (031) 325 4808 / 6404 / 6194 |
| Limpopo | Lt Col Kobe / PPO Manoko / PO Mphela / PO Kola | (015) 290 6094 / 6024 / 6026 / 6131 |
Closing Date:
📅 31 August 2025
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Job Title:
📌 Police Trainee – South African Police Service (SAPS)
Location:
🌍 South Africa (Nationwide)
Job Type:
📝 Contract (21 months)
Salary:
💰 Training Phase: R4500 per month (stipend)
💰 Probation Phase: R216,033 per annum (salary)
Job Description:
🛡️ The South African Police Service (SAPS) is recruiting 10,000 patriotic citizens to join as entry-level Police Trainees. Successful candidates will undergo a 21-month Basic Police Development Learning Programme (BPDLP), which includes:
- Induction Phase: 1 month at a designated police station.
- Basic Training Phase: 8 months at a SAPS Academy (6 months for Law Graduates).
- Probation Phase: 12 months of workplace exposure.
🎓 Upon successful completion, trainees will be considered for permanent appointment as SAPS Constables.
Key Responsibilities:
🔍 Prevent, combat, and investigate crime.
👮♂️ Maintain public order.
🏠 Protect and secure inhabitants of South Africa and their property.
⚖️ Uphold and enforce the law.
Requirements:
✅ Must be a South African citizen with permanent residency.
📜 Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
🚗 Valid driver’s license (advantageous).
🗣️ Proficient in English and one other official language.
🎂 Age between 18 and 35 years.
❌ No criminal record or visible tattoos.
💪 Physically and mentally fit.
🌍 Willing to serve anywhere in South Africa.
Application Process:
📄 Submit the official SAPS application form (available at Police Stations or download here: SAPS Application Form).
📎 Attach uncertified copies of:
- ID
- Grade 12 certificate
- Driver’s license (if applicable)
- Other relevant documents.
📬 Applications must be hand-delivered to the nearest Police Station by 31 August 2025.
Selection Process:
🏋️♂️ Fitness, psychometric, and integrity testing.
🏥 Medical evaluation and interview.
🔒 Vetting process including security screening and fingerprint verification.
Benefits:
🎽 Free training gear, meals, and accommodation during the Basic Training Phase.
🏥 Medical aid benefits for the duration of the 21-month programme.
📜 Opportunity for permanent employment after successful completion.
Contact Information:
📞 For enquiries, contact the relevant provincial SAPS recruitment office:
| Province | Contact Person | Tel Nr |
|---|---|---|
| Western Cape | Lt Col Visser / Capt Van Zyl / PO Mahloane | (021) 409 6579 / 6587 / 6588 / 6592 / 6593 |
| Eastern Cape | Lt Col Madlingozi / Capt E Du Randt / PPO Nxitywa | (040) 608 7153 / 7156 / 7157 / 7158 / 7245 / 7248 / 7161 |
| Northern Cape | Lt Col Diamond / W/O Teise | (053) 839 2510 / 2813 / 2518 / 3724 |
| Free State | Lt Col Jackson / Sgt IF Galilee | (051) 507 6407 / 6807 |
| Gauteng | Lt Col C Henning / Capt. Janse van Rensburg / Capt Barnard / Motau | (011) 274 7913 / 7423 / 7424 / 7425 |
| North West | Col Nel / Capt Mpela | (018) 299 7320 / 7732 |
| Mpumalanga | Lt Col Todani / Capt NA Nkosi | (013) 762 4810 / 4898 / 4808 / 4811 / 4809 / 4318 |
| Kwa-Zulu Natal | Lt Col SN Zondo / W/O PL Machaie / PO P Moodley | (031) 325 4808 / 6404 / 6194 |
| Limpopo | Lt Col Kobe / PPO Manoko / PO Mphela / PO Kola | (015) 290 6094 / 6024 / 6026 / 6131 |
Closing Date:
📅 31 August 2025
