New Zealand Police. Nga Pirihimana O Aotearoa.

  1. 1. Do you qualify?

    Want to be a recruit? First, try our quick quiz… ten questions that will tell you if you can join the New Zealand Police.

  2. 2. The Assessment

    There are some assessments you need to complete before you enter training at the Royal New Zealand Police College. You can complete them in any order.

Initial interview with your Recruitment Officer

The initial interview is conducted by a recruitment expert. He or she will be your point of contact throughout the remainder of the recruitment process.

Certain “behavioural competencies” are essential for New Zealand Police Officers.

This interview is to gather information on how competent you are in these areas and to assess your potential to become a police officer. The recruitment expert will ask you about specific examples or occasions when you have displayed the required behaviours.