AN EXTRAORDINARY CAREER

With the change of management of police service from Ministry of Defence and National Security to Ministry Of Home Affairs, the Police Service has undergone significant change, and with the change has come greater opportunities, more varied, interesting roles, and exciting challenges.

The Police Service now provides a career that is likely to suit a broader range of people from the community, and in fact, we are looking for a very diverse mix of people when recruiting.

It is significant that many people who inquire about a career in the Police Service find out that it is a vastly different career to what their original perceptions were. This recruitment section of our website is designed to give you comprehensive information related to our recruitment process. It gives you details about the qualifications and skills needed to be a successful applicant and the application process.


Can I Apply? [ Top ]

Age

Applications can be accepted at the age of 18 for appointment.

Height

Males and females should be 5 feet 5 inches and 5 feet 3 inches tall respectively, to join Maldives Police Service.

Qualification

You should have C pass or higher in minimum 6 subjects including Dhivehi and Islam at Ordinary Level Exam.

Nationality

You must be a Maldivian.

Previous Applications

If you have previously applied to join the police service and been unsuccessful, you may not reapply for six months from the time you were notified of the outcome of your last application.

Criminal Convictions

Police officers must respect and uphold the law. They should be law-abiding and have a high standard of behavior and social conduct. Officers with criminal associations or convictions may be vulnerable to pressure to disclose information. Convictions and cautions for certain offences can also undermine a police officers position as a witness in court. For these reasons we need to be careful about recruiting people with cautions or convictions. Although you may still be eligible to join the police service if you have minor convictions/cautions, there are certain offences and conditions which will make you ineligible. Applicants are likely to be rejected if they have been involved in any of the following: Offences involving serious violence or injury and Actual Bodily Harm Offences involving unsolicited violence towards others Gross indecency, Public Order offences ; involvement in riot, violent disorder, affray, causing intentional harassment, alarm or distress .Burglary and offences which involve elements or acts of dishonesty, corruption, substantial financial gain or serious loss to anyone including theft, fraud and deception .

Recruitment Process [ Top ]

Step 1

On receiving your application form we will check your eligibility and mark your competency questions. If your application is successful you will go on to Step 2. If you are not successful we will give you appropriate feedback.

Step 2

You will be invited to attend a medical and a fitness test. These may be on separate days. Medical and Eyesight examinations Certain standards of health and eyesight will be essential when carrying out your duties as a police officer. Prior to your appointment you will be invited to attend an eyesight test and medical examination where you will be tested against the required criteria. After completion of all the formalities and on being selected you will be sent for training which is approximately 3 months.

Training Program

You will under go basic training at Law enforcement training center. You will be trained to the highest standards, enabling you to manage perform your duties effectively to provide a professional and acceptable service for your community.

Pays and benefits [ Top ]

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Frequently Asked Questions [ Top ]

Q: What educational qualifications do I require to have in order to join the Police Service?
A: Applicants must have completed Ordinary level or higher level of education.

Q: How fit do I need to be to join the Police Service?
A: You must be physically fit and healthy to perform police duties safely and effectively. You will take a fitness test as part of the recruitment process.

Q: How old do I need to be to join the police service?
A: Applicants must be minimum 18 years old.

Q: How long does the recruitment process take from application to appointment?
A: Generally, the recruitment process for the police service is about four to six months, although this can differ. Check out our vacancies to find out more.

Q: Can I join the police service if I have been convicted?
A: Yes, for minor offences only.

Q: I have driving convictions. Can I join the police service?
A: Yes

Q: Is there any upper limit on age for joining the police service?
A: Yes, generally not above 35, under normal circumstances. However, if you posses a higher qualification, age limit might not be considered.