The National Police Service Commission (NPSC), in collaboration with the National Police Service (NPS), invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to join the service as Police Constables. This nationwide recruitment drive is anchored in the Constitution of Kenya Articles 246(3), 246(4), 243, and 238(d)(10), as well as provisions of the National Police Service Commission Act Cap 85 and the National Police Service Act Cap 84.

The exercise is aimed at enlisting dedicated, disciplined, and patriotic Kenyan citizens who are willing to serve the country through law enforcement, peacekeeping, and community safety. The recruitment is free and open to all qualified candidates who meet the stated requirements.

Applicants are reminded that engaging in bribery or other corrupt practices in a bid to influence the recruitment process constitutes a criminal offence punishable under section 25 of the National Police Service Commission Act. Any candidate, parent, guardian, or intermediary found guilty of bribery, forgery, or falsification of information will face prosecution.

The recruitment will be conducted transparently at designated recruitment centers across all constituencies in Kenya, and successful applicants will undergo training before formal deployment.

Applicants must meet the following minimum entry requirements to qualify for recruitment as Police Constables:

Additional conditions:

While the job advert focuses mainly on the entry requirements and recruitment process, it is essential to understand the duties of a Police Constable. Successful recruits will undertake responsibilities that include but are not limited to:

Interested and qualified applicants are required to download and fill the prescribed application form available on any of the following official websites:

Alternatively, applicants can obtain the application forms from the nearest Huduma Centres.

Applicants may also complete the application online by using the official portal provided: https://prs.npsc.go.ke

On the day of recruitment, applicants must present themselves at their designated constituency recruitment centers with the following original documents and copies:

Important note: All original documents will be returned to applicants before they leave the recruitment center.

The recruitment process will take place between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at the designated recruitment centers across the country. Each applicant should present themselves at the center corresponding to their constituency on the date specified.

Successful recruits will undergo mandatory professional training at the National Police Service Training Colleges. This training will focus on law enforcement, crime prevention, investigations, community policing, traffic management, and use of modern policing technologies.

Trainees will be instilled with discipline, teamwork, and resilience necessary for a career in law enforcement. On successful completion of training, recruits will be deployed across various stations within the Republic of Kenya.

Recruits will join the National Police Service on permanent and pensionable terms, in line with government policies on public service employment.

The National Police Service Commission emphasizes that the recruitment process is entirely free. Applicants are strongly cautioned against giving bribes or inducements of any kind.

Engaging in corruption with intent to influence recruitment is a criminal offence. Any person found guilty of soliciting, accepting, or giving bribes during the recruitment process will be liable to a fine not exceeding two hundred thousand shillings (Ksh. 200,000) or imprisonment for a term not exceeding two (2) years, or both.

Applicants, their guardians, and the general public are encouraged to report any cases of malpractice, bribery, or misconduct during the recruitment exercise through the following:

This recruitment represents a vital opportunity for young and patriotic Kenyans to serve their country and contribute to the safety and security of the nation. The National Police Service seeks individuals who are physically fit, disciplined, and committed to upholding law and order.

All eligible citizens who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to apply and present themselves at their designated recruitment centers. The process is merit-based, free of charge, and conducted with the highest standards of integrity.