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PNPA Cadet Admission Test

PNPA Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) 2025 | Online Application System (OAS)

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The Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) has officially opened its Online Application System (OAS) for the 2025 Cadet Admission Test (CAT) for Class 2030.

This guide will walk you through the qualifications, requirements, benefits, application process, and other key details to help you prepare and apply with confidence.

Read on and apply now!

PNPA Cadet Admission Test Announcement

๐๐๐๐€ ๐‚๐€๐ƒ๐„๐“ ๐€๐ƒ๐Œ๐ˆ๐’๐’๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐“๐„๐’๐“ ๐Ž๐๐‹๐ˆ๐๐„ ๐€๐๐๐‹๐ˆ๐‚๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ“ ๐ˆ๐’ ๐๐Ž๐– ๐Ž๐…๐…๐ˆ๐‚๐ˆ๐€๐‹๐‹๐˜ ๐Ž๐๐„๐!

๐Ÿ“ข HEED THE CALL OF SERVICE!

Your journey to becoming a police leader starts now. Be a PNPA Cadet. Maging Iskolar Para sa Bayan.

Apply now via PNPACAT OAS! ๐Ÿ“ข

PNPACAT Announcement

Qualifications

The qualifications are the requirements that an applicant must meet to be eligible for the Cadetship Program. These include:

  • Citizenship: A natural-born Filipino citizen;
  • Age: Must be 18 to 22 years old (your birthdate must be between May 2, 2003 and May 1, 2008) at the time of admission which is May 1, 2026;
  • Marital Status: Male or female, must be single with no parental obligation;
  • Education: At least Senior High School graduate upon admission (May 1, 2026);
  • Height Requirement: At least 5 ft and 2 inches (157.48cm) for males and 5 ft (152.40cm) for females in height;
  • Weight: With weight that corresponds to the applicantโ€™s height, gender, and age (BMI);
  • Fitness: Physically and mentally fit to undergo the Cadetship Program;
  • Character: With good moral character (no criminal, administrative, or civil derogatory record);
  • Legal Status: Without pending complaint and/or case before any tribunal of whatever nature;
  • Previous Enrollment: Not a former cadet of PNPA, or other similar institutions; and
  • Employment Record: Never been dismissed from any private employment or government position for cause.

Requirements

To apply for the PNPA Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT), you must provide clear scanned copies of the following documents in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format:

  1. PSA Birth Certificate
  2. Passport-sized or 2×2 picture with a name tag
  3. Filled-out PNPA BMI Form
    • Your ๐๐จ๐๐ฒ ๐Œ๐š๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐ˆ๐ง๐๐ž๐ฑ (๐๐Œ๐ˆ) ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ง๐จ๐ญ ๐›๐ž ๐ฆ๐จ๐ซ๐ž ๐ญ๐ก๐š๐ง ๐จ๐ซ ๐ž๐ช๐ฎ๐š๐ฅ ๐ญ๐จ ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ–.๐ŸŽ ๐ค๐ /๐ฆยฒ for you to qualify for the PNPA CAT.
    • Visit any licensed private or government physician to determine your BMI.
    • Download the PNPA BMI Form [here].

Important Note: These three scanned files are mandatory for your application to be considered valid.

Benefits

Here are the advantages of becoming a cadet at the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA):

  • Path to Service: An opportunity to become a Police Officer and serve God, Country, and People.
  • Full Scholarship: A full government scholarship for the 4-year cadetship program.
  • Degree Conferment: Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science in Public Safety (BSPS) degree.
  • Guaranteed Employment: Upon graduation, cadets are commissioned as Police Lieutenants in the Philippine National Police (PNP).
PNPA Cadet
Image from: Philippine National Police Academy’s official Facebook page

If you want to join or get promoted within the Philippine National Police (PNP), check out this guide: NAPOLCOM Exam 2025 | Comprehensive Guide.

How to Apply

Here’s a simple four-step guide on how to apply for the PNPA Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT):

Step 1: Check Your Eligibility

  • Before applying, ensure you meet all the qualifications required for the PNPA Cadet Admission Test.

Step 2: Prepare Required Documents

  • Gather and scan clear copies of the required documents in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format as stated in the requirements above.

Step 3: Registration

Register online through the PNPA Online Application System by clicking the button below:

Note:

  • Itโ€™s highly recommended to apply using a PC because of the QR Code authenticator.
  • If you’re using a mobile phone, make sure to open the link in an external browser to avoid lagging caused by high traffic.

Step 4: Submission

  • Submit your application before the deadline.
  • Make sure all required documents are uploaded or sent correctly.
  • Double-check for accuracy to avoid any issues with your application.

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Application Period

Apply for the PNPA Cadet Admission Test from June 1 to September 30, 2025. Make sure to complete your online application and submit all required documents.

Exam Date: November 9, 2025

Good luck, future cadet!

Conclusion

If you want to become a police officer and serve the country, the PNPA Cadet Admission Test is a great opportunity for you.

Make sure you meet all the qualifications, prepare your documents, and send your application before the deadline.

This program offers a full scholarship, a respected degree, and a guaranteed job in the PNP.

Donโ€™t miss this chanceโ€”apply now!

Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA)
Image from: Philippine National Police Academy’s official Facebook page

Disclaimer

This website provides job information only; it doesn’t hire or ask for any fees. Learn more.

References

  1. Philippine National Police Academy Facebook post. (2022). Facebook.com. https://www.facebook.com/photo
  2. Philippine National Police Academy Facebook post. (2024). Facebook.com. https://www.facebook.com/photo2
  3. Philippine National Police Academy – Justice, Integrity, Service. (2023). Facebook.com. https://www.facebook.com/OfficialPNPA
  4. PNPA โ€“ PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE ACADEMY โ€“ To learn today. To lead tomorrow. (2025). Pnpa.edu.ph. https://pnpa.edu.ph/

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