The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has announced plans to recruit 10,000 police constables using a fully online system. The move is aimed at promoting transparency and curbing corruption in the recruitment process.
NPSC Chair Amani Komora revealed that the recruitment will follow the National Police Service Commission Recruitment and Appointment Regulations Act, 2025.
“The 2025 regulations address gaps in the previous framework and include emerging issues in policing and human resource management,” Komora said.
Online Applications for the First Time
For the first time, applicants will submit their applications virtually. The digital system will ensure a secure and efficient recruitment process. This is a major shift from the traditional paper-based applications.
The new regulations cover the hiring of police constables, cadets, specialists, and civilian staff. They emphasize fairness, professionalism, and merit-based selection.
Resolving Past Recruitment Delays
During a closed-door meeting with Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, NPSC pledged to resolve long-standing disputes with the National Police Service. These conflicts had previously delayed recruitment and affected service delivery.
IG Kanja welcomed the new process. He said it was timely given the declining number of police officers in service.
“This initiative comes at a critical time as we face a shortage of service members,” Kanja noted.
Leadership Update
The commission also appointed Prof. Collette Auda as its deputy chairperson.
NPSC stated that the new recruitment framework will select the best candidates while maintaining transparency and efficiency. The online system is expected to start soon, marking a historic step in modernizing police recruitment in Kenya.
