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Queensland
Queensland Police Service
One service. A state of extraordinary scale.
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Recruitment intelligence
Career briefing
State policing. Figures use the labels published by the agency; notes explain what is and is not included.
Training pay
≈ $58,000 / yearApproximately 70% of the First Year Constable base salary plus a $183 fortnightly recruit training allowance.
Queensland Police Recruiting — Frequently asked questionsStarting remuneration
≈ $92,000 package$76,220 base plus a 21% Operational Shift Allowance for eligible roster participation.
Queensland Police Recruiting — What we offerInitial training
≈ 32 weeksMainstream Recruit Training Program at Oxley or Townsville, followed by the workplace-based First Year Constable Program.
Queensland Police Recruiting — Frequently asked questionsRecreation leave
6 weeksSix weeks recreation leave per year is listed for QPS officers.
Queensland Police Recruiting — What we offerSuperannuation
18% employer contributionQPS lists an 18% employer contribution with a standard 6% employee contribution, which members may be able to reduce.
Queensland Police Recruiting — What we offerLocation range
State / territory wideAcademy training is in Brisbane or Townsville. New constables can be allocated across Queensland, with many positions outside south-east Queensland.
Explore map modeComparison context: The promoted starting figure includes the 21% Operational Shift Allowance and should not be compared directly with base-only salaries.
Entry check
Eligibility snapshot
This summary is non-binding. Medical, character, fitness and role-specific standards still apply.
Eligibility test first
All applicants begin with the QPS online eligibility test before an expression of interest.
Verify requirementCitizenship / visa pathway
Requirements vary by entry pathway; use the official eligibility test for current status rules.
Verify requirementMerit selection
Selection is competitive and includes cognitive, integrity, health, psychological, fitness and other assessments.
Verify requirementStatewide allocation
Applicants without exceptional circumstances are likely to be allocated outside their preferred area.
Verify requirementMission sequence
Application process
Stages can overlap, change order or require additional checks. The agency makes every selection decision.
- 01
Complete the QPS eligibility test
- 02
Submit an expression of interest
- 03
Complete entrance and suitability assessments
- 04
Interview and psychological assessment
- 05
Physical, medical and swimming requirements
- 06
Integrity and background vetting
- 07
Recruit Appointment Board review
- 08
Receive academy and allocation offer if selected
Career progression
Choose your path
Specialist careers are shown as possibilities, not promises of direct entry. Most require frontline experience, further training and competitive selection.
General Duties
First-response policing, community contact, incident attendance, prevention work and lawful enforcement.
The standard foundation for a sworn policing career and the usual starting point before specialist applications.
Rotating rosters across metropolitan, regional or remote stations, depending on operational need.
Entry-level recruit pathway after successfully completing agency selection and training.
- Communication
- Judgement
- Teamwork
- Resilience
Know the place
About Queensland
Queensland runs from subtropical South East Queensland to the tropical north, the Gulf and vast inland communities. Around 5.71 million people live in the state; Brisbane is its capital and largest city. The Queensland Police Service reported a substantive workforce headcount of 19,579 for 2024–25.
Population
5.71 millionEstimated resident population at 31 December 2025.Australian Bureau of Statistics — National, state and territory population, December 2025Capital
BrisbaneBrisbane is the capital of Queensland.Wikipedia — QueenslandMain city
BrisbaneBrisbane is Queensland's largest city.Wikipedia — QueenslandPolice personnel
19,579 workforceSubstantive workforce headcount reported for 2024–25.Queensland Police Service — Annual Report 2024–25Final checkpoint
Official information wins.
Use this independent guide to narrow your options, then confirm every requirement, date and figure with Queensland Police Service before acting.