Police Academy Admission Process - How to apply for POLAC

Police academy admission process

The Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Wudil, Kano, is a prestigious degree-awarding federal university that trains and commissions Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASP) into the Nigeria Police Force. Gaining admission into POLAC is highly competitive, combining rigorous academic requirements with demanding physical and medical standards.

If you dream of becoming a commissioned officer, here is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the POLAC Regular Course admission process.

POLAC Eligibility And Requirements (Pre-Application Phase)

Before purchasing the application form, candidates must meet the following mandatory criteria for the Regular Course Degree Programme (RC):

  1. Academic Qualifications:
    O' Level Result: Applicants must possess a minimum of 6 credit passes in not more than 2 sittings in WAEC/NECO (or its equivalent). These credits must include:
    English Language (Credit)
    Mathematics (Credit)
    Four (4) other relevant subjects based on the chosen course of study.
    JAMB: Candidates must have participated in the current year's Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and select POLAC as their first choice institution. They must also meet the JAMB minimum cut-off mark for the Police Academy.
  2. Age and Status:
    Age: Applicants must be aged between 16 and 21 years by October 31st of the admission year.
    Marital Status: Applicants must not be married or pregnant at the time of admission.
  3. Physical and Medical Fitness:
    Medical & Physical Fitness: Must be certified medically, physically, and psychologically fit.
    Height: Minimum height of 1.67 meters (5ft 6 inches) for male applicants and 1.64 meters (5ft 4 inches) for female applicants.
    Chest Measurement: Minimum expanded chest measurement of 86cm (34 inches) for male applicants only.

The 5-Step POLAC Admission Process

The admission process is centrally managed and highly structured:

Step 1: Application and Online Registration
Portal Access: Interested and qualified candidates must visit the official Nigeria Police Academy website (polac.edu.ng).
Application Fee: An electronic scratch card or payment is made for the application form, which contains the Serial Number and PIN required for online registration.
Form Submission: The online form must be accurately filled with personal, academic, and JAMB details. Ensure all supporting documents (like O' Level results, JAMB slip, etc.) are uploaded correctly.

Step 2: Automated Physical & Credential Screening
Invitation: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the Academy for the initial screening stage.
Verification: At this stage, officers verify the authenticity of all submitted documents, including O' Level results, Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age, Local Government Indigene Certificate, and the JAMB Result Slip.
Physical Features: Candidates undergo preliminary physical screening to confirm minimum height and chest requirements.

Step 3: CBT/Aptitude Test (Screening Examination)
Candidates successful in the credential screening proceed to write a Computer-Based Test (CBT) examination.
The CBT is designed to test the candidate's aptitude and knowledge in subjects related to their chosen Faculty (e.g., Mathematics, English, General Paper, and relevant subjects).

Step 4: Automated Medical Screening & Interview
Comprehensive Screening: Candidates who meet the required cut-off mark in the CBT are invited back for a comprehensive screening exercise at the Academy.
Medical Check: This includes a thorough medical examination to ascertain their fitness for the rigorous training ahead.
Selection Board Interview: This final stage involves an oral interview with the Selection Board, assessing the candidate's character, poise, communication skills, and commitment to the Police Force.

Step 5: Admission and Cadet Training
Final List: The list of finally successful candidates is released on the official POLAC website.
Admission Letter: Successful candidates receive their provisional admission letters and a list of required items for resumption.
Training: Admitted cadets undergo a combined Academic and Police training for a minimum period of five years, leading to the award of a Bachelor's Degree and commissioning into the Nigeria Police Force as Assistant Superintendent of Police II (ASP).

Key Document Checklist for POLAC Screening

Candidates invited for the screening must bring both original and photocopies of the following:

  • JAMB Result Slip
  • O' Level Results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB)
  • Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
  • L.G.A. Indigene Certificate
  • Letter of Identification
  • Medical Certification of Fitness (from a Government Hospital)
  • NIN Slip (National Identification Number)
  • Guarantor's Form (Properly filled and signed)
  • Application Acknowledgment Slip (Printed from the POLAC Portal)

These are the complete step by step process of getting admission in to the POLAC and all the requirements.

If you are interested and you meet all the above listed requirements, you can check the 2026 POLAC Application form.

For further inquiries check through the Nigerian police academy website at www.admission.polac.edu.ng.

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