The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is actively accepting applications for Police Officer civil service exams through June 2026, with testing running through July 2026. Application fees for the remaining exam numbers — 6318, 6319, 6320, 6321, and 6322 — have been fully waived. This is one of the most competitive entry-level law enforcement opportunities in New York State.
There are nine exam numbers in this series. The table below shows all dates — closed exams are marked, and active exams are highlighted in bold:
| Exam No. | Application Period | Testing Period | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6314 CLOSED | Oct 1 – Oct 14, 2025 | Nov 3 – Nov 8, 2025 | $40 |
| 6315 CLOSED | Nov 3 – Nov 17, 2025 | Dec 1 – Dec 6, 2025 | $40 |
| 6316 CLOSED | Dec 1 – Dec 15, 2025 | Jan 5 – Jan 10, 2026 | $40 |
| 6323 CLOSED | Jan 2 – Jan 15, 2026 | Feb 2 – Feb 7, 2026 | $40 |
| 6318 CLOSED | Feb 2 – Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 2 – Mar 7, 2026 | $0 FREE |
| 6319 CLOSED | Mar 2 – Mar 16, 2026 | Apr 6 – Apr 11, 2026 | $0 FREE |
| 6320 | Apr 1 – Apr 14, 2026 | May 4 – May 9, 2026 | $0 FREE |
| 6321 | May 1 – May 14, 2026 | Jun 1 – Jun 6, 2026 | $0 FREE |
| 6322 | Jun 2 – Jun 15, 2026 | Jul 6 – Jul 11, 2026 | $0 FREE |
Applications are submitted online through the NYC OASys portal. A valid email address is required. Apply early — scheduling is first-come, first-served.
Apply at nyc.gov/examsforjobs ↗Applications close 14 days after each period opens. Do not wait until the last day.
By the date of appointment, candidates must hold a four-year high school diploma (or equivalent) AND meet one of the following:
- ✓24 college semester credits from an accredited college or university with a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA, OR
- ✓Two years of honorable full-time U.S. military service
Foreign education must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency. Instructions are provided during the pre-employment screening process.
- ✓Must be at least 17 years old on the date of the multiple-choice test.
- ✓Must be at least 20 years and 6 months old at the time of appointment.
- ✓Must be under 35 years old on the first day of the application period.
- ✓Military exception: Veterans may deduct up to 7 years of active duty service from their age.
Starting salary is $55,942 per year, with automatic increments reaching $109,352 after five and a half years. Additional compensation includes:
- ✓Annual uniform allowance
- ✓Holiday pay
- ✓City contributions to Welfare and Annuity Funds
- ✓City-paid health insurance
- ✓2.25% neighborhood policing differential on base salary
Officers must reside in New York City or in one of the following counties: Nassau, Westchester, Suffolk, Orange, Rockland, or Putnam.
A valid, unrestricted New York State Motor Vehicle Driver License is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
United States citizenship is required at the time of appointment.
Candidates must pass a qualifying physical test, medical examination, and psychological evaluation. Drug screening is required prior to appointment, during Police Academy training, and at the end of probation. The NYPD enforces a strict zero-tolerance drug policy.
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(You Should Speak With A Recruiter If You Believe There Is An Issue)
- Felony conviction or domestic violence misdemeanor (automatic bar to appointment)
- Conviction of petit larceny
- Arrest record indicating lack of moral character or disposition toward violence
- Repeated arrests showing disrespect for the law
- Discharge from employment for poor behavior or inability to accept discipline
- Dishonorable discharge from the Armed Forces
- ✓Patrol assigned areas on foot or by vehicle to prevent crime and maintain order
- ✓Apprehend suspects and intervene in crimes in progress
- ✓Respond to and investigate vehicle accidents and specific offenses
- ✓Interview witnesses, victims, and complainants to gather incident information
- ✓Handle situations involving maltreated, abused, or missing children
- ✓Assist with crowd control at large-scale public events
- ✓Prepare reports and testify in court proceedings
- ✓Build and maintain relationships with the community
Exam 6321 closes May 14, 2026. Exam 6322 closes June 15, 2026. No application fee required for either exam.
Apply Now at nyc.gov/examsforjobs ↗A valid email address is required. Free accounts available via Gmail, Yahoo, or Outlook.