ETHEKWINI NEWSFLASH
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DURBAN METRO POLICE RECEIVE 62 000 APPLICATIONS AS THEY COMMENCE WITH THE 2026 RECRUITMENT DRIVE
Durban Metro Police Service have commenced with the 2026 recruitment process, with physical assessments being conducted at the Lahee Park, Pinetown, in various phases due to the large number of applicants.
The first phase commenced this week from Monday until yesterday and the second chunk will be assessed on 5 February 2026.
More than 62 000 applications were received, processed, shortlisted and selected for the ultimate fitness test, one of the prerequisites in the recruitment process for Durban Metro Police.
The 2026 intake was only targeting applicants from the City and were only hand delivered to ensure full transparency.
While further assessments are continuing, the Metro Police have confirmed that there will be a balanced intake for the three months training process, and that they are hoping successful candidates will commence work in May 2026.
The City remains committed to maintaining high standards of safety and security throughout both commercial and residential areas through Metro Police Department.
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Issued by eThekwini Municipality's Marketing and Communications Directorate.
