News DeskDubai, UAE: Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri oversaw the beginning of personal interviews for aspiring officer candidates at the Officers’ Club, including the eighth batch for female candidates, as part of the 35th batch of students hoping to join the Dubai Police Academy.
The visit was held in the presence of Major General Dr Saleh Abdullah Murad, Director of the General Department of Human Resources at Dubai Police and Head of the Personal Interview Committee, and Brigadier Dr Sultan Al Jamal, Acting Director of the Dubai Police Academy, along with other committee members.
Lieutenant General Al Marri was briefed on the selection process, criteria, and tests for Dubai Police Academy applicants, which meet global standards. The academy is known for producing highly efficient graduates who serve Dubai Police’s goals and aspirations.
He was also acquainted with the services provided by the “Dubai Police HR HUB” for employees, such as housing, health insurance, and more.
Lieutenant General Al Marri praised the committee’s efforts to select the best cadets and graduates who can reflect the honourable image of police officers and contribute to achieving future aspirations.
Major General Dr Saleh Abdullah Murad confirmed that the committee has started interviewing male and female students who meet the requirements to join the Dubai Police Academy.
“The academy is now a popular destination for young Emirati men and women seeking the highest level of education and specialized military training,” he said.
Major General Dr Saleh Abdullah Murad clarified the conditions for candidates wishing to join the Dubai Police Academy, which includes being a UAE citizen, having a high school certificate with a minimum grade of 75% earned no more than two years ago, having good conduct, never having been convicted of any felony or crime involving honour or honesty, being at least 18 years old but not exceeding 21, having a minimum height of 165 cm for males and 155 cm for females, physically fit, and having completed the national and reserve service programme. Additionally, students should have achieved a score of 1100 or equivalent in the UAE Standard Test – English (Emsat Achieve), 500 in TOEFL, or 5 in IELTS.
Colonel Hamad Bin Dafous Al Mansouri, Director of Selection and Recruitment, confirmed that the selection criteria for students wishing to join Dubai Police involve “successfully passing the smart tests” and “successfully passing the medical examinations”. He pointed out that those who wish to inquire about the details of the interviews can call Dubai Police Call Centre (901).
He added that several benefits are granted to the candidate after being accepted by Dubai Police, including a monthly reimbursement and receiving the “Esaad” privilege card, among other perks.
