PNPA Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) 2026 | Now Open

The Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) has officially opened its Online Application System (OAS) for the 2026 Cadet Admission Test (CAT).

In this guide, we 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

𝐏𝐍𝐏𝐀 𝐂𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐓 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐈𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐘 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍!

📢 𝙃𝙀𝙀𝘿 𝙏𝙊 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝘾𝘼𝙇𝙇 𝙊𝙁 𝙎𝙀𝙍𝙑𝙄𝘾𝙀

YOUR JOURNEY TO BECOMING A POLICE LEADER STARTS NOW! BE A PNPA CADET. 𝘔𝘈𝘎𝘐𝘕𝘎 𝘐𝘚𝘒𝘖𝘓𝘈𝘙 𝘗𝘈𝘙𝘈 𝘚𝘈 𝘉𝘈𝘠𝘈𝘕.

APPLY VIA PNPACATOAS! 📢

Qualifications

To qualify for the PNPA Cadet Admission Test, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Natural-born Filipino Citizen;
• Must be 18 to 22 years old before May 1, 2027;
• At least a Senior High School (SHS) graduate with General Weighted Average (GWA) of at least 85% or higher;
• Single and has never been married nor pregnant (for females) nor has a legal obligation to support a child or children;
• Minimum barefoot height of 5’2” for males and 5’0”for females;
• Must have normal BMI corresponding to age, height, weight, and gender;
• Physically and mentally fit to undergo rigorous training;
• With good moral character (must not have been convicted of any criminal, administrative, or civil case);
• No pending complaint and/or case involving moral turpitude or crimes against the state;
• Must not be a former cadet of the PNPA or other service academies; and
• Never been dismissed from any private employment or government position for cause.

Requirements

Before applying online, please have your CLEAR SCANNED COPIES (in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format) of the following:

1. Scanned Copy of PSA Birth Certificate;
2. Scanned Copy of Passport-sized or 2×2 picture with name tag;
3. Scanned Copy of latest Form 137/138 with General Weighted Average (GWA) of at least 85% or higher; and
4. Active/Verified PNPACATOAS Account.

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):

• An opportunity to become a Police Officer to serve God, Country, and People;
• Full government scholarship for 4-year cadetship program;
• Conferred degree of Bachelor of Science in Public Safety (BSPS); and
• Assured employment after graduation in the Philippine National Police with the rank of Police Lieutenant.

If you want to join or get promoted within the Philippine National Police (PNP), check out this guide: NAPOLCOM Examination Schedule 2026.

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 section above.

Step 3: Registration

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

Note:

• It’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 on or 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

The application period for the PNPA Cadet Admission Test is from June 1 to September 30, 2026.

Interested applicants are encouraged to complete their online application and submit all required documents within the given period.

Exam Date: October 25, 2026

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 on or before the deadline.

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

Don’t miss this chance. Apply now!

References

1. Philippine National Police Academy – Justice, Integrity, Service. (2016). Facebook.Com. https://www.facebook.com/posts
2. PNPA CATOAS. (2026). Pnpacatoas.Com. https://pnpacatoas.com/
3. PNPA – PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE ACADEMY. (2026). To Learn Today. To Lead Tomorrow. https://pnpa.edu.ph/

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