Saps Police Trainee Programme
🚨 SAPS Police Trainee Programme 2025/2026
Serve. Protect. Enforce.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is inviting young, energetic, intelligent, and disciplined South Africans of all races and genders to apply for the Police Trainee programme. If you are passionate about protecting your community and building a safer South Africa, this is your call to serve.
📌 Position Details
- Post Title: Police Trainee
- Reference Number: TRAINEE2025/2026
- Appointment Act: SAPS Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995)
- Stipend During Training: R4,500/month (incl. medical aid & other benefits)
- Salary After Training (Constable): R238,629 per annum
📚 Training Overview
- Duration: 21 months Basic Police Development Learning Programme
- Location: Any SAPS Academy across South Africa
- Benefits During Training:
- Free accommodation, meals, and training gear
- Medical aid coverage
🎓 Educational Preference
Applicants with a 3-year National Diploma or Degree (NQF level 6 or higher) in the following fields may be considered for specialized units:
- Law
- Policing
- Criminology
- Law Enforcement
- Forensic Investigation
- Information Technology (IT)
Possible placement:
- DPCI (Hawks)
- Detective and Forensic Services
- Crime Intelligence
🛡️ Core Responsibilities Post Training
As a fully-fledged police official, your duties will include:
- Preventing, investigating and combating crime
- Upholding and enforcing the law
- Protecting all citizens and their property
- Maintaining public order
If you’re ready to wear the badge with pride and contribute meaningfully to law and justice in South Africa — this is your chance.
📍 More details, application process, and official deadlines are available on the SAPS website or your nearest police station.