The Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Wudil, Kano State, has officially announced the commencement of applications for admission into its 13th Regular Course Degree Programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified male and female Nigerians of good character who wish to pursue a university degree while undergoing professional police training at the Academy.
Successful candidates will earn a Bachelor’s Degree and be commissioned into the Nigeria Police Force as Assistant Superintendent of Police II (ASP II) upon graduation.
POLAC Admission Requirements 2026/2027
To be eligible for admission into the Nigeria Police Academy, candidates must satisfy the following requirements:
General Requirements
- Must be a Nigerian by birth.
- Must possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
- Must have participated in the 2026 UTME and scored a minimum of 180.
- Must have selected the Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Wudil as First Choice institution during JAMB registration.
- Must possess at least six (6) credits in WAEC, NECO, or equivalent examinations in not more than two sittings, including English Language and Mathematics.
- Must be between 16 and 21 years old as of October 31, 2026.
- Must have a valid email address and active phone number.
- SSCE results obtained before 2023 will not be accepted.
Physical Requirements
Male Applicants
- Minimum height of 1.67 metres.
- Minimum expanded chest measurement of 86cm (34 inches).
Female Applicants
- Minimum height of 1.64 metres.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be medically, physically, and psychologically fit.
- Not be married at the time of admission.
- Not be pregnant at the time of admission.
POLAC Admission Application Fee 2026/2027
Interested candidates are required to pay a non-refundable fee of:
₦6,000 only
The fee covers:
- Admission Application Fee
- Post-UTME Examination Fee (₦2,000 included)
Payment is to be made through the Remita platform after generating a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR).
How to Apply for POLAC Admission 2026/2027
Follow the steps below to complete your application:
Step 1: Visit the Application Portal
Visit the official POLAC admission portal and generate your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR).
Step 2: Make Payment
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₦6,000.
- Payment can be made at any commercial bank nationwide using the generated RRR.
Step 3: Complete the Online Application
After payment confirmation:
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload scanned copies of:
- SSCE Result
- Birth Certificate
- Certificate of Origin
Step 4: Print Application Documents
Applicants are required to print:
- Completed Application Form
- Guarantor Form
These documents must be presented during the aptitude test and screening exercise.
POLAC Aptitude Test 2026/2027
All applicants will sit for a Computer-Based Test (CBT) at the Nigeria Police Academy ICT Centre, Wudil, Kano State.
The examination date will be announced later by the Academy.
Automated Physical Screening Exercise
Candidates who meet the required CBT cut-off mark will be invited for physical screening.
Required Documents for Screening
Applicants must present the originals of:
- Educational Certificates/Results
- Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
- Medical Fitness Report from a Government-Recognized Hospital
- Certificate of Good Character from Village/District Head
- Local Government Indigene Certificate
- Completed Guarantor Form
Guarantor Requirements
The guarantor must be:
- A Public Servant not below Grade Level 13; or
- A Police Officer not below the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP); or
- An officer of equivalent rank in the Armed Forces or other Paramilitary Agencies.
POLAC Medical Screening
Candidates who successfully pass the aptitude test and physical screening will proceed to the automated medical screening stage at the Academy.
Interview and Final Selection
Successful candidates will subsequently undergo:
- Automated Interview
- Final Selection Exercise
Candidates who meet all requirements will receive admission offers via email and SMS.
Available Degree Programmes at POLAC
Faculty of Humanities
- B.A. English
- B.A. History and International Studies
- B.A. Linguistics and Nigerian Languages
Department of Education
- B.A. Ed. History Education
- B.A. Ed. English Language
- B.Sc. Ed. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Ed. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Ed. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Ed. Physics
- B.Ed. Guidance and Counselling
- B.Ed. Educational Management
- B.Ed. Psychology
- B.Sc. Ed. Political Science
- B.Sc. Ed. Economics
- B.Sc. Ed. Biology
Faculty of Science
- B.Sc. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Biological Sciences
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Forensic Science
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Physics
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
- B.Sc. Accounting
- B.Sc. Economics
- B.Sc. Management Science
- B.Sc. Political Science
- B.Sc. Psychology
- B.Sc. Sociology
- B.Sc. Criminology and Security Studies
Faculty of Law
Important Notice: The Nigeria Police Academy will not admit candidates into the Law programme for the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 academic sessions.
Duration and Nature of Training
Candidates admitted into the Nigeria Police Academy will undergo:
- Academic Degree Programme
- Professional Police Training
The programme lasts for a minimum of five (5) years.
Upon successful completion, graduates will:
- Receive a Bachelor’s Degree.
- Be commissioned into the Nigeria Police Force as Assistant Superintendent of Police II (ASP II).
Important Notice to Applicants
Any updates, modifications, or changes concerning the 13th Regular Course admission exercise will be communicated through the Academy’s admission portal.
Applicants are advised to regularly check the portal and their email inboxes for updates regarding:
- Aptitude Test Date
- Physical Screening Date
- Medical Screening
- Interview Schedule
- Admission Status
Conclusion
The Nigeria Police Academy remains one of Nigeria’s most prestigious institutions for candidates seeking a career in law enforcement while obtaining a university degree. Interested candidates who meet the admission requirements are encouraged to complete their applications early and prepare adequately for the screening stages.
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Our team is availiable to guide you through the registration and application process smoothly.
