A past NPSC recruitment exercise./FILEThe National Police Service Commission (NPSC) now plans to conduct the recruitment of 10,000 police constables online under new 2025 regulations designed to promote transparency and curb corruption.
For the first time in Kenya’s history, the exercise will be conducted entirely online, with applicants required to submit their details virtually. Out of the 10,000 slots, 4,000 have been reserved for National Youth Service (NYS) graduates.
The Commission said the new framework is guided by fairness, professionalism, and merit. It aims to seal loopholes that previously allowed bribery and favouritism in the recruitment process.
“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 on September 5.
The announcement follows a series of public participation forums held in 17 regions across the country.
The sessions were led by Commissioners Edwin Cheluget, Prof. Collette Suda, Benjamin Imai, Peris Muthoni, alongside Commission Secretary and CEO Peter Leley and senior staff from the Secretariat.
Stakeholders and members of the public were given a chance to review and submit their views on the draft regulations, which will inform the final framework.
Commissioner Komora noted that the regulations were developed pursuant to Section 28 of the NPSC Act to address gaps identified in the 2015 rules, while also factoring in emerging issues in policing and human resource management.
The regulations go beyond the hiring of constables. They also cover the recruitment of cadets, specialists, and civilian staff within the Service.
NPSC expressed gratitude to all who took part in shaping the new guidelines and assured Kenyans that their views will be considered in the final rollout.
The Commission emphasised that the digital application system will not only ease access for candidates but also make the process more secure and accountable.
With the new approach, NPSC is keen to demonstrate a clean break from the past and reinforce public trust in the recruitment of officers who will serve in one of the country’s most critical institutions.
