Uganda Police Recruitment Application Procedure 2024-2025
How to Apply:
All interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their hand written applications accompanied by photo copies of academic transcripts and certificates, three (3) recent passport size photographs and recommendation letters from LCI, LCIII and RDC (from the respective districts of recruitment) should be delivered in person to the recruitment centers depending on the your area of origin;
To ascertain if the Uganda Police Force recruitment 2024-2025 has officially begun, reach out to the official Uganda Police website @ https://www.upf.go.ug/job-opportunities/. OR check this page frequently as update shall be made anytime the form is out.
UPF Recruitment Applications
PTS Kibuli (Kampala Centre): Candidates from Mityana, Jinja, Nakaseke, Nakapiripit, Gulu, Lira, Zombo, Hoima, Kabarole, Masaka, Mbarara, Kabale, Tororo, Mbale, Kaberamaido, Iganga, Bukwo and Sheema
PTS Kibuli (Kampala Centre): Candidates from Gomba, Luwero, Kamuli, Amudat, Apac, Nwoya, Nebbi, Kibaale, Kamwenge, Rakai, Isingiro, Kisoro, Kumi, Busia, Amuria, Kween, Mayuge and Bushenyi
Mukono Recruitment Centre: Candidates from Nakasongola, Butambala, Moroto, Buyende, Amuru, Agago, Arua, Buliisa, Bundibugyo, Lyantonde, Ntungamo, Bukedea, Katakwi, Butaleja, Buhweju, Kapchorwa and Namayingo
Nagalama, Mukono Recruitment Centre: Candidates from Kayunga, Mpigi, Adjumani, Kaliro, Kotido, Otuke, Maracha, Masindi, Ntoroko, Lwengo, Ibanda, Kanungu, Manafwa, Budaka, Soroti, Mitooma, Bugiri and Butambuli –
Entebbe Wakiso Recruitment Centre: Candidates from Buikwe, Kiboga, Luuka, Kaabong, Kitgum, Alebtong, Koboko, Kiryandongo, Kyenjojo, Kalangala, Kiruhura, Rukungiri, Bududa, Kibuku, Serere, Rubirizi, Sironko and Namutumba –
Kakiri Wakiso Recruitment Centre: Candidates from Kyankwazi, Buvuma, Abim, Lamwo, Dokolo, Oyam, Yumbe, Kyegegwa, Sembabule, Bukomansimbi, Pallisa, Kasese and Ngora
Kiira Division Wakiso Recruitment Centre: Candidates from Kalungu, Mubende, Napak, Pader, Amolatar, Moyo and Kole
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i would like to join police but i have no papers to bring me in and i have all the potential and ability to serve my coutry.am mayamba gerald and if their is any way for me,please contact me on 0701973735.thanks
Gerald, potential and ability are very necessary in the UPF, however documentations are mandatory. Do all you can to get valid documents and apply for the next uganda Police force intake
I have my documents.. And would like to join to serve my country
Namugambe, recruitment dates are published by the various media outlets, stay tuned and apply when the time comes.
i want to join uganda police force in order 2 serve ma motherland.how can i join?
Yes Patrick You can, stay tuned to announcements for the next Uganda Police Force Recruitment. Make sure that you meet all the requirements.
When is the next recruitment into the force?Thanks
I tried to join the force but all my efforts have yielded nothing during the last two intakes, Is there any way of joining apart from doing interviews because they are corupted by corrupt officials!!!
thank you.
Abel, interviews are mandatory. Wish you better luck.
am kibet Daniel and I have senior six certificate and I wanted to join police force Soo when is the recruitment day
Daniel kindly refer to the graphic for updates.
am interested so much please can you publish the dates but i lost my national id and i have the photo copies and the passport.
Asuman, the dates are not readily available to all media outlets, however the graphic should be more current with the dates. A passport may be considered in place of the national id. Unless otherwise stated
please a person from Kampala where can i register from because it is not indicated? thank you.
Asuman, kindly contact the regional office for details
when is the next recruitment?
Onem, recruitments are announced in the graphics and other media outlets.
When z next recruitment
UPF thanks for this network that connects we and you the officials
please i wanted and still want to join UPF but the clear procedure i still luck it
i have visited many Police officials in my home district Mukono and they told me to wait for the advert
please i have UACE certificate
UCE certificate
DIT certificate
I am 23 years old
help me please i want and dream to work with Uganda police
0702028692 Mukono
When is the next recruitment
Donar, uganda Police force is yet to announce when its recruitment for 2017 shall commence. the dates once available shall be published here. kindly check back
Will Crime Preventer Be Given The First Prayolity In The Next Recruitment?
Martin, this is yet to be decided upon. We shall notify the public on any further developments.
I have that crime preventers who have senior six qualifications are to go back to be trained and become police officers. is it true because am a crime preventer .thanks
Innocent kindly contact 0414233814
0414250613 for details
Will There Be Police Recruitment this Year?,
Sam, Uganda Police Force is yet to announce any recruitment schedules for the 2017 year. Kindly check back for updates or follow the graphic media for important dates.
hey am Nkwasibwe and I wish to serve ma country secretly, how can I do it.
thx
Anakireti, you will have to ensure that you meet all the necessary requirements before applying for recruitment. Recruitment dates shall be published when available. You may also follow the graphic announcements for details on recruitment schedules.
We thank the work of police and am able to join, What is the exact recruitment dates? will recruitment be held at regional level or district by district? am Nimusiima Robert- Ibanda
Robert, this is yet to be determined. Kindly await the adverts. Which shall specify any further details.
Am Anebyona Agaba I would like know if senior for leaver A having chance 2 join ug police
Yes Anebyona…you should await an advert.
Hi am musuubo ready to work holding a degree in international business with all the requirements .0702462736
But will recruitment be there in this 2017?
Donar, RUMOURS indicate that there shall no recruitment. UPF is yet to officially release any report on the topic. we shall keep you updated.
am Francis Natukunda in need to join Uganda police.when is the recruitment. Below are my details
Francis visit nearest UPF branch for details.
i need 2 join police with 1principle pass n subsidiaries in sciences and serve the gov’t n particulary kasese my homeland wat can i do coz education has faild coz of fees
iam in need of joining UPF with 1 p/pass and subsidiaries in sciences so that i serve my country uganda and kasese particulary and secretly since education has stoped coz of fees am a munyakitara munyabindi by tribe Of course i know my motherland
This is my turn to serve my country.
I was told that they will not be recruitment this financial year, is it true.
Emmanuel, UPF is yet to release official reports on this issue. We shall keep you updated.
I heard that recruitment is for cadets is it true?
I wish to join Uganda police, but i don’t know weather they will recruit cadets this year?
Alex contact 0414233814 for details
Am a graduate i did all the interviews in 2011 recruitment in eastern region passed all interviews then they said our names to be brought 2 state house for verification and mine didnt appear this is a very corrupt government of technical knw who???
I really want to join uganda police force to kindly serve my country when is the next recruitment???? , l mean dates for 2017
Denis, its unfortuntae Uganda Police force is yet to release its recruitment dates. The dates once advertised shall be published.
Iam Ivan from Busia S.6 leaver i want 2 join UPF announce the dates 4 academic year 2017-2018 earlier and we get prepared.
hi UGFacts coordinator thanks a lot for opening this link i hope my prayer has been answered now by GOD, truly i have the zeal, potential,vision,and love to serve my country and if possible AFRICA at large. am vonirick penyuthi having UCE, UACE, and diploma in medical laboratory technology i will be great for you to link me there . THANKS.
I am willing to join UPF n serve my country….but am still pursuing my Bachelors degree @UCU
and am to finish in October this year……do I hav any chance of being recruited as a cadet?
thank you
Yes Dan. kindly await the advert.
I am elvis k.how much does an I.T graduate get as salary in Uganda police.thank u
Dear Ug Facts, is there an exception to the maximum age for one to join UPF? For instance can someone over 25 but below 30 with a professional degree and more than one post graduate join the forces?
Yes. Such a person is eligible to join the UPF.
am jamez when shall the recruitment be?
Jamez, UPF is yet to announce the recruitment dates for 2017. Kindly follow the radio and graphic media for advertisements
Its our Uganda,its our time to serve as police officer,Iam in need but when is recruitment?
pliz who r the over qualified students
I salute you Ladies and Gentle men. Its me Opio Emmanuel from Soroti District. Please clearify me on this, is it possible for someone who has a Bachelor’s Degree of Business Computing from Uganda Christian University to join the Uganda Police Force as a cadet???? Thankyou
Yes Emmanuel, it is possible.
Hi am Eden and have senior six certificate I would love to know wether there shall be Uganda police recruitment in 2017 thanks
There is great uncertainty regarding recruitment this year 2017. Updates shall be published here
rumours are saying that next recruitment wil take place in 2020,is it true?dat year seems to be too far….ooh my GOD
but will they recruit police this year am also interested in joining uganda police force
but will they recruit police this year am also interested in joining uganda police force
I completed my ” A” level in 2014 and now I’m willing to serve my country ,is it possible for me to join UPF
Yes Moses, it is possible to be recruited. kindly await the advert
Will Crime Preventers Take The First Preolity In The Recruitment?
Tyson, crime preventers shall have the same priorities allocated to other recruitment divisions.
When are the dates to be updated i’m okirya from Otukei.
When are the dates to be updated i’m okirya from Otukei.
hey admin iam benon from kampala my qn is can a civillian join the uganda police mechanical workshop to work from there
Yes Benon. The civilian must however meet the requirements for the position of a mechanic. This would usually involve a degree, diploma or certificate related to this field. Experience may also be considered.
Good morning. Is the uganda police force going to recruit this year 2017 ???. And if it is there when are they likely to annouce the recruitment dates?
please ug facts,i have a certificate in IT,UCE,UACE and i did BCM/ICT at a level last year and got 5 points which were all sucidiary passes, i would like to know whether its possible for me to join cadet or any other department in police, if its possible update me on the recruitment date please. alema harbert from yumbe thanks.
please ug facts,i have a certificate in IT,UCE,UACE and i did BCM/ICT at a level last year and got 5 points which were all sucidiary passes, i would like to know whether its possible for me to join cadet or any other department in police, if its possible update me on the recruitment date please. am from yumbe thanks.
Harbert, you are more eligible for recruitment. We shall update you on any progress.
I am moses from mutungo,pliz i would like to join police cadet iam a graduate of population studies ,i request for updates on when and how to .
Moses, we shall alert you of any uodates
thxs UGfacts, I wud like to inquire if it is posible to get updates through my email.thxs
Yes Joel, simply visit https://ugfacts.net/answers/register?to= and create a free account
I need a date
Ok lets wait 4 de date
IAM BY NAMES MUDIGO MUHAMMEDI AFANDE ANDREW KAWEESI’S FAVOURITA AS HE HAD EVEN EARLIER PROMISED TO HELP ME JOIN POLICE FREELY COZ OF THAT PARENTAL HEART HE HAD BUT UNFORTUNETELY,HE IS GONE.MAY GOD BLESS THE LATE RESPECTFUL AFANDE.IAM ASTUDENT AT BUSOGA UNIVERSITY IGANGA MAIN CAMPUS PURSUING MY FIRST DEGREE IN RECORDS & INFO MGT.I KINDLY DO REQUEST ALL THOSE CONCERNED TO HELP MY DREAMS COME TRUE THOSE THE ONE WHO PROMISED ME IS GONE.0703510713/0786925432 BUT WHEN IS THIS YEAR’S RECRUITMENT(2017/2018)
Mudigo, UPF is yet to schedule any dates for this years recruitment, and currently remains unlikely. We shall keep you updated.
i do propose that the uganda police should open the facebook account so that members can recieve it as anotification so as 2 ease communication $ information cordation.
rip aigp kaweesi and i wanted to know they are recruiting police coz am also interested.
Not yet Bwire, we shall keep you udpdated.
am nkonge movula from buloba wakiso aged 22 have an award of a diploma in information technology willing to join the Uganda police force to save my country my contact is 0759478560
is any recruitment exercise this financial year 2017/2018
Gerald, there is very little likelihood for recruitment this 2017 – 2018 financial year. We shall publish any updates. Kindly check back
Am Tindyebwa Origin completely uace last year, I day pem-ict and I had all principal passes and subsidiaries. But still I want to join the force, continue with my studies am i eligible
Origin, you will have to meet all the necessary requirements, such as age. You must be 25 or older and possess all required documents.
I completed s.6 last year ,can I serve and still continue with my education.
Yes you can, but this is not always the case. Since the force demands dedication and cannot be taken as a part-time job
May Afande Adrew Kaweesi Rest In Enternal Peace
Am laudel Bahomugisha from kanungu and I have an advanced certificate of plumbing in East African Countries, am I able to apply in Uganda police force since I never attended A’Level?
Laudel, you are eligible to apply.
hi ugfacts wat z d age bracket of cadet recruitment coz i have d zeal 2 serve ma country and am a graduate from kiruhura 0701036550/0777830267.
The age bracket is 25 – 40 years
I,hope my dream of serving in UP is yet to be fulfilled. am done with bachelor’s so when are they likely to recruit so that I, can prepare my self very well.thank u
Mugisha, its unfortunate we cannot accurately tell when the next recruitment shall take place. However, we shall publish any developments as soon as possible. So Kindly check back
when is the recruitment of 2017
Jasper, Uganda Police force is yet to schedule any recruitment. Any further developments shall be published. Kindly check back.
If one are below 25 yrs and one have uace certificate, will one be recruited into upf
Unfortunately no Bwire. The applicant will have to apply at a later time.
Wat Is The Age Limit For Graduates
Chrispus, the age limit is 25 to 40 years
Am Godfrey from arua I completed my bachelor’s degree in 2013 am I eligible to join and where shall be our recruitment centre. incase of the date please update me.
Yes Godfrey, you are eligible for recruitment. The schedule for recruitment has however not been released, and shall be published when available.
I had that recruirtment of upf and prisons is done in first quarter of every yr and updf in last and first for this yr is over wic means there shall be no recruit of upf this yr
Is that statement true?
Most Likely Bwire
when is the recruit coz i want to join
is the police really going to recruit this year?
can adiploma holder in journalism be recruited as acadet?thx for the services.
Yes Robert. A diploma holder in Journalism can be recruited. It is however advantageous to have a bachelors degree.
when is the recruitment for 2017 n how can i really be informed about it in time……
let me be informed about this please i seriously and badly want to join
We shall do our best to notify the public of any Recruitment schedules
I have my diploma in business administration which rank I am supposed to get after joining upf and when is the next recruitment?
Can a person without UACE but with equivalent be recruited as a constable. Am a female teacher interested in UPF.Thanx
Joan, to be recruited as a constable you will need to submit a UACE qualification.
i would like to join UPF. what is the procedure and when do you recruit?
Lydia, the application procedure for Uganda Police force applies to UPF applications
am 4rm nakasongola, will there be recruition this year 2017?
Vincent, Recruitment is unlikely.
Greetings .is the intake on now??. So that I bring my papers. Am Mugerwa Ronald kawempe
No Ronald, the Uganda Police force Recruitment hasnt begun
I completed O’level I lost all my papers BT I have a first class certificate in phone repairing and computer mantanance is there any hope that I can join the police?
Emmanuel, unfortunately the Uganda Police Force shall not recruit any candidate who lacks any documents. You are kindly advised to obtain these documents before applying for recruitment.
i am flavia mandera from adjumani ,i really wanted to join the UPF but because of other life situation i failed to do so but am back to start from where i left.i want to serve my country my heart bleeds to join,i have UCE,UACE,AND A DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES AND during my high school i was a footballer and a netballer.and please when is the next recruitment in 2017 cause we are waiting.
Flavia, its unfortunate we cannot give a specific date as to when the Uganda Police force shall conduct recruitment in 2017. This is because there is great uncertainty regarding recruitment for this year. We shall however notify the public of any development.
Next Recruitment Of Upf Is In 2019.
Thanks a lot ugfacts.net I have ready all the questions and answers and I have u/s.
You are most welcome Diyasi.
i am ariongo anthony from agraduate from kyambogo university,i would like to serve my country as police officer but i want to join as acadet what are the procedures for me to join as soon as possible.
Anthony, UPF recruitment is scheduled to be conducted in 2019. We shall however publish any news as they arise.
i would like you to notify me
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me I heard roumers say that the UPF recruitment is due 16-june this year what is your say about that?
Moris, we are yet to receive any official notification about this, however, new developments shall be published as soon as possible.
I Have Sat My A’Level In 2017 when to recruit in Masaka? Bikwalira J Bosco
Bosco, the Uganda Police force is not recruiting this year. We shall publish any developments
i would like to join police but i don’t know when to recruit this year again, i completed my national diploma in journalism from buganda royal institute and a certificate in the same from prime institute of applied technology and mass -communication and my o – level from faith high school sonde – mukono. i stay in mukono district . please send me your reply on my email
thankyou!
Mail has been delivered.
if one has a degree in any discipline and joined as a Constable will he/ she be considered during any promotions
Yes Deo, but that will be after some years of service.
Is true that if u join police or updf with aproffesional course e.g degree or diploma ur paid double salary?
Fred, this is partly true,in that persons who join with a professional course are recruited as officers ( especially degree holders ). Hence they receive a salary higher than the ” ordinary ” recruit. Officers are also known to advance quickly in rank, over a shorter period of time.
Im From Kyegegwa District, Iam An A-level Leaver, Im wishing to join the uganda police Force,
So Im Kindly requesting to knw when is recruitment in this year 2017, if no recruitment it this year, is it expected next year?
Godfrey, theres no recruitment for this year 2017. The next recruitment is expected in 2019
when will mukono center be
Andrew, this is yet to be scheduled kindly check back
i have a national diploma in architecture class of 2015 from UTC-ELGON MBALE. currently am on site building at MAKINDYE KAMPALA. Also i am about 7feet tall, male Ugandan by nationalilty. 0784078824, 0757525125 are my phone contucts. Thanks.
Thank u UG FACT for my answer. But When is de recruitement of the UPDF for this year? and apart from acadet officer, which another or next rank for adegree holder to join or enter with?
am sorry to ansk this. acadet offer police and acadet offer UPDF Which one of de two gets much salary? i salute u sir.
when is the deadline for the current running recruitment programme? thanks
The deadline for the recruitment indicated above is 29th May 2017
I finished S4 and I joined nursing school.
I have my certificate and a diploma in nursing.
So can I join police as a cadet?
Allan, you must upgrade to a degree in order to be recruited as a cadet officer.
good ideas
l hold a certificate in procurement & logistics management, will l be able to qualify for the recruitment.
secondly when are they expecting applications for 2017-2018……?
Yes David, you are eligible for recruitment. The Next intake will take place during the first quarter of 2018
Am adegree holder in records and archives management, kan i join as a cadet and if possible when can it be thanks.
Yes Sanon, you can join as a cadet. Next recruitment is scheduled for 2018
people are corrupt man No Way do another business please i know them goodbye brothers for God and my country uganda
when iz the next recruitment i wud lov to join n serv my country
Joel, the next recruitment is scheduled for 2018
What if I have a diploma and I join..then after joining I gain a degree will I become a cadet
What is the minimum and maximum age for someone who wants to join as a cadet??
Can I join as a cadet with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration??
Thanks
0779968984/0750150613
laban, the Minimum age to Join the UPF is 25 years and Maximum is 45 years. Yes, you can join as a cadet with a bachelor in Business Administration.
I am vonirick back on the link inquiring from you weather its possible for me to join the UPF Cadets with higher Diploma in medical laboratory technology from university of kisubi formally called kisubi brothers university collage a constituent collage of Uganda martyrs university .
I am Isaac Turyakira I want to enquire what does it need for me to join the counter terrorism force in police coz I have bacholars degree in civil engineering and I want to join police
Isaac, specific requirements will be specified upon recruitment announcement, however, requirements for general recruitment are mandatory.
How can i become a traffic officer
Dan, you will have to apply for recruitment, after which you will be assigned the duty, after youve successfully completed your training.
What is the age bracket for someone to join as a cadet??
An applicant must be 25 years to 45 years of age.
I Am Obua Chris From Lira, I Completed A’level Last Year With 3 Principle Passes I Was Entreamly Eager To Join The Police This Year But I Am Socked With The Information Indicating No Recruitment In 2017 Untill 2019.What Can People Like Me Do This Year And Next Year?
Obua, you will have to await the announcement of recruitment, meanwhile, you can take on a temporal work.
When is the next recruitment?
James, the next recruitment is expected next year.
am hearing that crime preventers with qualifications are to be taken for training tomorrow.how true is this? am peter from budaka.
Hi is 2018 recruitment comfirmed ?
Yes Dues. This is however subject to chenage
i have only one principle pass with no any subsidary pass,so am i allowed to join uganda police force?
Lauben, visit https://ugfacts.net/uganda-police-recruitment/ for the complete UPF recruitment requirements
Hello, Im A Brass Band Player In Kitgum Wishing To Join The Upf Band. Is It Possible
Yes Omara, its is possible to join the UPF Band, however, you must meet the necessary requirements.
Halo, am Mukasa Dan. I have second class upper bachelors degree in mass communication from UCU. And I am inter stead in joining the force. Who can I apply for a cadate course?
Dan, you are eligible for recruitment into the cadet force. You must wait for the next recruitment, which is expected within next year 2018.
It Has Alway My Dream To Join And Serve The Uganda Police, My Mother Land
Ibrahim, the Uganda Police is expected to recruit in 2018. Check back for updates
can i join the uganda police with uce only if yes! which position can i be?
Yes Aisha, you can join the Uganda Police Force with just a UCE qualification. See https://ugfacts.net/uganda-police-recruitment/ for details
when is the recruitment date
Joseph the next UPF recruitment will be in 2018
Iam ready to apply,join and serve the Uganda police,, plizz kindly let me know in the next recruitment. Thanks
Edwin Tumwesigye
I am a crime preventer,
Can I join police with UCE and ICT certificate only?
Yes Joshua, you join UPF with your UCE and ICT certificate .
is there any cadet recruitment in police this tear? if yes which month
Bwogi, the UPF recruitment is expected within the first quarter of 2018
1 Is it an added advantage to to attach church certificates when being recruited in UPF?
2 Do you you allow church leaders to join UPF if they are willing?
3 I would love you if you bigan with those who have posted in the ug facts because it is an indication that they went to school and interested in police.Thank you officer.
Help me, i would like to serve my country uganda. When is recruiting day?
am Nampwera emmanuel adegree holder in education from makerere university.some say training will be on feb is this true? thanks
This is possible Emmanuel, details will be published here.
and are recquired documents only originals or photocopiers
Emmanueal, photocopies are sufficient, original documents may however be demanded where necessary.
Sorry for asking alot . Whatif you have not got yo university transcript what can u do?
Emmanuel, you can simply submit any academic record you have. Such as your secondary education results.
Sorry for asking alot . Whatif you have not got yo university transcript what can u do? and who are overqualified candidates i followed application link and it is saying that the overqualified candidates should not apply .
Hello, I completed a diploma and a degree in guidance and counseling and got second class lower from Bishop Stuart university and would like to join police to serve my nation is possible?
Yes Peter, You are eligible for police recruitment.
Am from Kabarole district but it is not inducated, where do I apply. Thank you
Gideon, your district is likely to be included in the next recruitment schedules.
When is the next recruirment?
Martin, the next Police recruitment is scheduled for 2018.
Am Taremwa onesmus an enrolled nurse. Am also interested in working with police.
IGood evening, may I know if there shall be recruitment for UPF this year 2022 and when will it begins
is upf recruiting this year 2024,,am a degree holder in social work and social administration,do i qualify?????and what is the date