The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) Examination is an exam administered by the NAPOLCOM in the Philippines for individuals who wish to join the Philippine National Police (PNP) or for those already in the service who seek promotion.

The NAPOLCOM exam consists of two types: the Entrance Exam and the Promotional Exam. The Entrance Exam is for those who aspire to become police officers and have not yet joined the PNP. It tests the applicants’ abilities in communication skills, logical reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and general knowledge. On the other hand, the Promotional Exam is for active members of the PNP who want to advance their career to a higher rank. It measures their knowledge, skills, and competence in the duties and responsibilities of their current rank and the rank they are aiming for.

Passing the NAPOLCOM exam is a crucial step in becoming a member of the PNP or in advancing one’s career within the organization.

2024 NAPOLCOM Exam Schedule

Shown below is the schedule for 2024 NAPOLCOM Exam (Entrance & Promotional Exams):

What are the Qualifications?

• For PNP Entrance Examination
  • Filipino Citizen
  • Bachelor’s degree holder
  • Not more than 30 years old
  • Must be at least one meter and fifty-seven centimeters (1.57m) in height for males and one meter and fifty-two centimeters (1.52m) for females

• For PNP Promotional Examinations
  • Patrolman/Patrolwoman with a temporary appointment due to lack of appropriate eligibility

Requirements for Entrance Exam:

• Printed Confirmation Letter with a corresponding reference number confirming the scheduled appointment (Only applicants with a confirmed scheduled appointment with a reference number shall be entertained);
• Printout of Filled-out Application Form (PAS-QFM-QOP15-01) and Index Card, duly accomplished by the applicant, and two (2) recent and identical and color 1×1 ID pictures with white background and complete name tag (indicated rank before the first, middle and last name, if PNP member);
• One (1) legal size window envelope with twenty-one pesos (Php 21.00) worth of mailing stamp;
• Transcript of Scholastic Record with Special Order issued by CHED and Diploma from CHED-accredited schools, state universities, and colleges; and
• Birth Certificate in security paper issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) or certified true copy of the Birth Certificate issued by the Local Civil Registrar and duly authenticated by the PSA.
• For a Patrolman/Patrolwoman with a temporary appointment, a certified true copy of the Attested Appointment, Plantilla Appointment, or Special Order is also required for submission.

Requirements for Promotional Exam:

• Printed Confirmation Letter with a corresponding reference number confirming the scheduled appointment (Only applicants with a confirmed scheduled appointment with reference number shall be entertained);
• Printout of Filled-out Application Form (PAS-QFM-QOP15-02) and Index Card, duly accomplished by the applicant, and two (2) recent and identical and color 1×1 ID pictures with white background and complete name tag (indicated rank before the first, middle and last name); 
• NAPOLCOM Examination Fee:
  Police Officer 4th Class Exam – 400.00
  Police Officer 3rd Class Exam – 450.00
  Police Officer 2nd Class Exam – 500.00
  Police Officer 1st Class Exam – 600.00
• One (1) legal size window envelope with twenty-one pesos (Php 21.00) worth of mailing stamp;
• Certified true copy of Attested Appointment, Plantilla Appointment, or PNP Absorption Order; and
• Certificate of Eligibility or Report of Rating/Certification issued by the NAPOLCOM Central Office, CSC Certificate of Eligibility, and/or PRC Board Certificate.

Passing Score

 All examinees whether entrance or promotional exams must obtain a passing score of at least 70%.

Step-by-step Process for the Online Registration

The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) shall open the NAPOLCOM Online Scheduling System (NOSS) on May 2024 (at exactly 12:00 noon) for the nationwide conduct of the PNP Entrance (PNPE) Examination and PNP Promotional Examination.

For applicants with existing NOSS account:

1) Log in to his/her NOSS account and update his/her transaction branch; and
2) Update his/her personal information, if applicable.

For applicants without a NOSS account:

Before registering in the NOSS, the applicant shall prepare the scanned copies of the requirements (in JPEG or PNG format) enumerated in Step No. 7 hereunder. Thereafter, the following steps shall be followed:

Step 1: Go directly to https://www.napolcom-noss.org website or though the link found in the NAPOLCOM FB page https://www.facebook.com/NationalPoliceCommission or the NAPOLCOM website www.napolcom.gov.ph.

Step 2: Click the Register Here button to create an account.

Step 3: Read Data Privacy Notice and click Proceed.

Step 4: For non-PNP personnel applying for PNPE, select Civilian button. If applicant is already a PNP member, click the PNP Personnel button.

Step 5: Fill in the personal details required in the fields. Do not leave any blank fields. Type N/A if not applicable.

Step 6: Select Region to process documents.

Step 7: Submit/Upload the scanned copy (JPEG or PNG format) of the following:

a. One (1) government issued ID with signature (National ID, SSS, GSIS, Voter’s, Postal, Passport, Driver’s License, PRC, etc.);
b. Passport size photo with name tag (without cap) with white background and complete name tag (indicate rank before the first, middle and last names, if PNP member); and
c. Specimen Signature.

Step 8: Click the Finish Button.