Nigeria Police Academy 12th Regular Course Admission 2025: Requirements, Application Process & Selection

The Nigeria Police Academy has announced the commencement of applications for its 12th Regular Course for the 2025/2026 academic session. This five-year degree program combines academic training with professional police education, culminating in commissioning as an Assistant Superintendent of Police II (ASP).

Application Timeline

The application portal opens on Monday, July 28, 2025 and closes on Monday, September 8, 2025. This gives you a six-week window to complete your application.

Application Portal & Fee

• Portal: www.admission.polac.edu.ng
• Application Fee: ₦6,000 (includes ₦2,000 POST-UTME exam fee)
• Payment Method: Generate RRR code on portal, pay via Remita

Academic Requirements

JAMB Requirements

• 2025 JAMB UTME score of at least 180 marks
• Must have selected Nigeria Police Academy as first choice

O'Level Requirements

You must have a minimum of six credit passes in WAEC or NECO, which must include:

• English Language (required)
• Mathematics (required)
• Four other relevant subjects

Important: Credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings, and your SSCE certificate must be from 2021 onward only. Older certificates are not accepted.

Personal Requirements

Citizenship & Identity

• Must be Nigerian by birth
• Must possess a valid National Identity Number (NIN)
• Must have a valid email address and phone number

Age Requirement

You must be between 16 and 21 years old as of October 31, 2025.

Physical Requirements

For Male Applicants:

• Minimum height: 1.67 meters (5'6")
• Minimum expanded chest measurement: 86 centimeters

For Female Applicants:

• Minimum height: 1.64 meters (5'4")

Marital Status

• You must not be married at the time of admission
• Female applicants must not be pregnant at admission

Application Process

Step 1: Generate Payment Code

Visit www.admission.polac.edu.ng and generate your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) code.

Step 2: Make Payment

Pay the non-refundable fee of ₦6,000 using your RRR code through any bank or online platform that accepts Remita.

Step 3: Complete Online Form

Return to the portal after payment and fill out the complete application form with accurate information.

Step 4: Upload Documents

Scan and upload the following documents:

• SSCE certificate (WAEC or NECO)
• Birth certificate or age declaration
• Certificate of State of Origin/Local Government
• Recent passport photograph

Step 5: Print Application

After submission, print your completed application form. You'll need to submit this during the aptitude testing stage.

Selection Process

Admission to the Nigeria Police Academy is highly competitive. Selected candidates will go through multiple screening stages:

Stage 1: Computer-Based Aptitude Test

Testing your academic knowledge and reasoning ability.

Stage 2: Physical Screening

Automated assessment of height, chest measurement, and physical fitness requirements.

Stage 3: Medical Screening

Automated health examination to verify fitness for police training.

Stage 4: Interview and Final Selection

Automated interview process for final candidate assessment.

Academic Programs Offered

The Nigeria Police Academy offers five-year degree programs across three faculties:

Faculty of Humanities

• English and Literary Studies
• History and International Relations
• Languages (Arabic, French, Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba)

Faculty of Science

• Biological Sciences
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Physics

Faculty of Social and Management Sciences

• Accounting
• Economics
• Geography
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Sociology

What You Get

Upon successful completion of the five-year program, graduates receive:

• A Bachelor's degree in their chosen field
• Professional police training certification
• Commission as Assistant Superintendent of Police II (ASP)
• Immediate employment in the Nigeria Police Force

Important Reminders

SSCE Certificate Date

Only WAEC/NECO certificates from 2021 or later are accepted. If your certificate is older, it will not qualify you for admission regardless of your grades.

NIN is Mandatory

Ensure you have obtained your National Identity Number before applying. Applications without valid NIN will not be processed.

First Choice Requirement

You must have chosen Nigeria Police Academy as your first choice institution during JAMB registration. Change of institution is not permitted for this program.

Physical Standards

The height and chest measurement requirements are strict. Measure yourself accurately before applying to avoid disappointment during physical screening.

Prepare for Success

The selection process is competitive, with many applicants competing for limited spaces. Strengthen your academic foundation and prepare thoroughly for the aptitude test. Ulearngo's study resources can help you review key subjects and boost your chances of success.

Source: Nigeria Police Academy official admission notice, July 2025