National Police Service announces Promotional Boards II and III: Dates and time,eligibility  and requirements

The Inspector General recently approved the selection process for Promotion Boards II and III, aligning with the National Police Service’s (NPS) goals for career development in the 2024/2025 financial year. Here’s everything you need to know about this critical step in career progression.

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Key Dates and Venues

Promotion Board interviews are scheduled as follows:

1. County Headquarters: 20th January 2025

2. Regional Headquarters: 27th January 2025

3. Police/DCI Headquarters Final Selection Board: 7th February 2025


Commanders are tasked with ensuring that candidates meet the required standards and that proper documentation is submitted in advance.

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Eligibility Requirements

Promotion Board III covers multiple courses for various ranks. Below are highlights:

1. Chief Inspector to HTC/STC

Minimum 3 years of service as Chief Inspector

Clean disciplinary record for 2 years

Middle management or company commander’s training

Exemplary work performance and no adverse reports in the last six months


2. SOIP Course (Sergeant’s Leadership Development)

Minimum 3 years as Sergeant or 2 years as Senior Sergeant

Passed all Police Law exams

Fulfilled Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution on integrity


3. Graduate NCO to Inspectorate Course

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum KCSE grade of C+

Strong moral standing and a clean disciplinary record


4. Special SOIP Course

Tailored for graduate police constables with C+ in KCSE

Similar conditions to the standard SOIP course


5. Sergeant and Senior Sergeant Courses

Emphasis on performance, integrity, and suitability in rank


6. Corporal Course

Aimed at corporals with at least 3 passed Police Law exams

Focus on work merit, discipline, and adherence to Chapter Six guidelines


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The Role of Leadership and Integrity

Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution serves as the backbone of these promotions, emphasizing transparency, ethical leadership, and accountability. Officers are reminded that their roles extend beyond enforcing laws—they are ambassadors of public trust.


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Final Thoughts

The promotion process not only recognizes service and competence but also sets the stage for future leaders within the force. Candidates are encouraged to prepare thoroughly and leverage opportunities like the Middle Management Course to enhance their qualifications.

Stay tuned for further updates and best practices for excelling in your interviews.