PNPA Entrance Exam 2025 Schedule: PNPACAT Requirements

The Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) Cadet Admission Test (CAT) is a highly competitive examination that serves as the primary gateway for individuals aspiring to join the Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), and Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) as commissioned officers.

Recognized as one of the most prestigious and challenging tests in the country, the PNPACAT not only evaluates academic aptitude but also assesses physical fitness, leadership potential, and character.

The PNPA Cadetship Program is a government Scholarship Program. It is a 4-year education and training program leading to the Bachelor of Science In Public Safety degree.

Aspiring cadets need to take the PNPA Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) to be qualified for the next step of recruitment.

Graduates are appointed as Police Lieutenants of the Philippine National Police, Inspectors of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, and the Bureau of Fire Protection.

PNPA Entrance Exam 2025

The online application for the Philippine National Police Academy Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) (𝐏𝐍𝐏𝐀-𝐂𝐀𝐓-𝐎𝐀𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓) 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟎 will officially run from 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 𝟏 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟑𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

APPLICATION PERIOD: JUNE 1- SEPTEMBER 30, 2025

DATE OF EXAM: NOVEMBER 9, 2025

PNPACAT Requirements

Before proceeding, you need the following:

CLEAR SCANNED COPIES (in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format) of the following:
1. PSA Birth Certificate
2. Passport-sized or 2×2 picture with name tag
3. Filled out copy of the PNPACAT BMI Form. Your 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐱 (𝐁𝐌𝐈) 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝟐𝟖.𝟎 𝐤𝐠/𝐦² for you to qualify for the PNPA CAT. Visit any licensed private or government physician to determine your BMI. 4. Google Authenticator setup (for secure online access). 5. Your active Facebook Profile Link.

About PNPA

The Philippine National Police Academy Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) is administered annually, usually during the last week of October or the first week of November. The schedule for this year has not yet been announced.

The exam will be held in different testing centers nationwide. If you are interested in taking the exam, prepare the needed documents as early as possible and wait for updates by checking the PNPA website. You can also follow our official Facebook page.

Benefits

One of the advantages of becoming a part of the PNPA Cadetship program is that you will be a scholar of the government. They offer a full scholarship grant for four years of training and education with pay and allowances not less than P38,000 monthly.

In addition to the pay and allowances, you will be free tuition, uniforms, food, and accommodation. Importantly after graduation, you will automatically be employed in government service.

Qualifications

Check out here if you are qualified to apply or not before proceeding.

𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒.
1. A natural-born Filipino citizen;
2. 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;
3. Male or female, must be single with no parental obligation;
4. At least Senior High School graduate upon admission (May 1, 2026);
5. At least 5 ft and 2 inches (157.48cm) for males and 5 ft (152.40cm) for females in height;
6. With weight that corresponds to the applicant’s height, gender, and age (BMI);
7. Physically and mentally fit to undergo the Cadetship Program;
8. With good moral character (no criminal, administrative, or civil derogatory record);
9. Without pending complaint and/or case before any tribunal of whatever nature;
10. Not a former cadet of PNPA, or other similar institutions ((PMA, PMMA, MAAP); and
11. Not have been dismissed from any private employment or government position for cause.

The PNPA no longer automatically waives the exam for certain groups of applicants who previously had been exempt. Senior high school students who earned the Highest Honors and college graduates who received Latin honors in their degree will both now need to sit for the PNPACAT, unlike the policies under the previous version of the assessment.

Grounds for Medical Disqualifications:

• Defective Visual Perception (color blindness, nearsighted/farsighted with corrective eyeglasses or lens, nystagmus);
• Physical Deformities Example: bowlegged or congenital defects;
• Perforated eardrum, chronic sinusitis, bleeding tendencies, hemorrhoids, hernia (if not treated), varicocele, extensive skin disorders;
• History of heart disease, hypertension, asthma, active PTB, kidney and liver diseases, epileptic seizure disorders, major operations; communicable diseases (such as AIDS, Hepatitis, VD, etc.);
• Full dentures, upper and lower, Cleft lip and palate, malocclusion, Deformities of the face, Open bite, Tongue-tied, missing four(4) anterior or front teeth & Missing six (6) posterior/molar teeth;
• Tattoos or other brotherhood marks;
• Ear piercing for males and multiple ear piercing for females;
• For Females: Goiter; History of pregnancy; Presence of breast mass; Painful menstruation;
• Any other similar defects which may hinder the Cadetship Training Program.

PNPACAT Online Application link

It’s crucial to ensure you meet all initial requirements before proceeding with your application.

Prepare the needed requirements stated above.

Apply online in this link http://www.pnpacatoas.com/

Phases of Screening

Applicants who successfully pass the PNPACAT shall qualify for the next phase of screening which is as follows:

1) Physical Agility Test (PAT);

The following are the passing scores in each event for PAT:

Exercises	Male	Female
Pull-Ups	3 Reps	N/A
Full Arms Hanging	N/A	45 Sec
2 Min Push-Ups	25 Reps	25 Reps
2 Min Sit-Ups	40 Reps	40 Reps
100 Meter Dash	18 Sec	20 Sec
3 Km Run	24 Mins	27 Mins

2)  Psychological and Psychiatric Examination (PPE);

3)  Physical, Medical, and Dental Examination (PMDE); and,

4)  Panel Interview.

Conclusion

The PNPA Cadet Admission Test stands as a significant milestone for individuals aspiring to join the Philippine National Police, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, and Bureau of Fire Protection as commissioned officers.

Beyond evaluating academic aptitude, the PNPACAT assesses physical fitness, leadership potential, and character traits that are vital for the demanding roles of law enforcement officers.

By selecting the most qualified candidates, the PNPACAT ensures that the future leaders of these agencies are competent, dedicated, and committed to upholding law and order in the Philippines.

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