10000 South African Police Services (SAPS) Entry Level Police Trainees Recruitment 2025/2026 for Unemployed Graduates

The South African Police Service is recruiting entry-level Police Trainees for the Basic Police Development Learning Programme. The intake targets unemployed graduates to train and eventually join the SAPS workforce. The programme runs for 21 months and includes an induction, basic training, and a probation phase, with stipends provided and potential for permanent appointment upon completion.

Monthly stipend during training, meals and lodging, medical assistance, potential permanent appointment after successful completion.

Applicants must be a South African citizen, 18-35 years old, possess a Grade 12 (or equivalent), be proficient in English (and another official language), and be prepared for training and background checks as required.

Submit application via the SAPS recruitment portals; follow the stated selection process including fitness, psychometric testing, medical evaluation and interview.