The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has announced the recruitment of 10,000 new police constables, introducing a fresh set of reforms that will see the entire process conducted fully online for the first time in Kenya’s history.
This digital shift is expected to block corruption loopholes that have long marred police recruitment, restoring public confidence in one of the country’s most scrutinized exercises.
Out of the total positions, 4,000 slots have been set aside for graduates of the National Youth Service (NYS), recognizing their training and contribution to national service.
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“These proposed regulations aim to streamline the recruitment of members of the Service to promote transparency and ensure merit-based selection in the recruitment process,” NPSC said in a statement issued on September 5, 2025.
A Break From the Past
For years, Kenyans have raised concerns about bribery, nepotism, and political interference during police hiring.
The new framework, anchored in Section 28 of the NPSC Act, was developed after consultations in 17 regions, with input from civil society, community leaders, and ordinary citizens.
The goal is simple: give every qualified applicant an equal chance.
How to Apply Online
The Commission has made the application straightforward:
- Visit services.npsc.go.ke and click “Recruitment.”
- Register/Login with your ID, email, and phone number.
- Fill out the form and upload scanned copies of your ID, KCSE certificate (minimum D+ with at least D+ in English or Kiswahili), birth certificate, passport photo, and any extra testimonials.
- Submit the form and keep your acknowledgement slip.
- Wait for shortlisting, which will be communicated via SMS, email, or the portal.
Applicants are warned against using fake documents — the Commission has made it clear that fraud will lead to disqualification.
Government’s Support
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has already thrown his weight behind the reforms, noting that the exercise will help strengthen the police force while safeguarding merit and professionalism.
The September recruitment marks a new chapter for the service — one that could finally put to rest years of allegations of unfair practices.