MINISTRY OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS
UGANDA POLICE FORCE
RECRUITMENT
Applications are invited from suitable qualified citizens to join the Uganda Police Force
POST: PROBATIONER POLICE CONSTABLE (Drivers)
REF: HRM/138/160/01/VOL. 6/25
POSITIONS: 434 VACANCIES
SALARY SCALE: UG SCALE – U7
KEY OUTPUTS
a) Vehicle maintenance
b) Safely transport personnel and supplies
c) Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
d) Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a Ugandan citizen with a valid National ID (NIN).
- Must have no criminal record.
- Must possess a UCE certificate or its equivalent.
- Should be ready to undertake the requisite twelve (12) months Police basic Training.
- Must be physically and medically fit.
- Ready to work for long hours and at times under difficult conditions.
- Should be ready to work in any part of the country.
- Possess good communication skills.
- Must not be a former or serving officer in any of the Forces.
- Suitable candidates for the above position must possess a valid driving permit with at least 3 years driving experience for that particular class as indicated in the table below.
| S/N | CATEGORY | CLASS | AGE | NUMBER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Light Duty Trucks | C1 | 25-40 | 5 |
| 2 | Heavy Commercial Trucks | CE | 25-45 | 30 |
| 3 | Buses | DE | 25-40 | 10 |
| 4 | Coasters | D | 25-40 | 5 |
| 5 | Minibuses | D1 | 25-40 | 10 |
| 6 | Light 4×4 Vehicles | B | 25-40 | 364 |
| 7 | Construction Equipment | F | 25-40 | 10 |
HOW TO APPLY
Hand written applications addressed to the IGP accompanied by:
- A photocopy of the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)
- Photocopy of the National ID
- Three (3) recent passport size photographs
- Valid driving permit
- Recommendation letters from LCI, LCIII and RDC (from the respective districts of residence)
All should be in a file folder and delivered to the Police District/Divisional Headquarters not later than 4 July 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited for interviews on dates to be communicated.
NOTE
- Impersonation and presentation of any forged testimonials or any other forged documents shall lead to arrest and prosecution in courts of law.
- Appointment into the Uganda Police Force is after completion of the Police Initial Training.
- Female candidates are encouraged to apply.