The Uganda Police Force (UPF) has announced a recruitment drive for 10,000 probationer police constables, calling on suitably qualified Ugandan citizens to apply before the deadline of March 21, 2025.
According to the advertisement placed in local dailies, candidates must be Ugandan citizens with a valid national ID or a confirmation letter from NIRA.
Additionally, applicants should have no criminal record and must be physically and medically fit to undergo the required Police Basic Training.
The Uganda Police Force further emphasized that successful recruits should be ready to work for long hours, often under challenging conditions and must be willing to serve in any part of the country.
What are the Requirements?
The recruitment process is strictly merit-based, and applicants must meet the minimum education requirement, which is a Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent obtained in a sitting not earlier than 2020.
Candidates must have at least four credits, including either English or Mathematics, while those graded under the Competency-Based System must have at least four “C” grades, including English or Mathematics, and a minimum of a “D” in the other subject.
In an effort to promote gender inclusivity, the UPF is encouraging female candidates to apply. The police also stated that while a valid driving permit would be an added advantage, applicants who possess higher academic qualifications are not eligible to apply.
Applications should be handwritten and addressed to the Inspector General of Police, accompanied by photocopies of academic documents, a National Identity Card, three passport-size photographs, an identity card or introductory letter from the previous school, and recommendation letters from local authorities including LCI, LCIII, and the Resident District Commissioner (RDC).
All documents must be submitted to the Police District or Divisional Headquarters before the closing date.
To deter any form of misrepresentation and scam, the Uganda Police has issued a stern warning against impersonation and the use of forged documents, stating that any false information will lead to immediate disqualification and possible legal action.
