Everything you need to know about Garda Recruitment
An Garda Síochána is Ireland’s national police service. Garda recruitment campaigns attract a high volume of applicants, making the selection process competitive. Candidates must complete a range of assessment tests and exercises across multiple stages to be considered for appointment as a Garda Trainee.
The latest Garda recruitment campaign closed for applications on Wednesday, 3 June 2026 at 3pm.
It’s not too late to prepare for the 2026 Garda Stage 1 Tests!
The Garda Stage 1 online aptitude tests are taking place from 15th July until 21st July and carry the highest failure rate in the selection process. It’s not too late to prepare for success in the Stage 1 tests. Our highly focused Stage 1 preparation for the Garda aptitude tests means you can successfully prepare even in a short time frame if needed.
Give yourself the BEST chance of success in Garda selection process with our renowned preparation courses.
The competitive selection process involves a number of competitive stages:
- Stage 1 – Online Aptitude Tests (Verbal & Numerical) & Written Exercise (July – highest failure rate)
- Stage 2 – Competency Based Interview
- Stage 3 – Fitness Test
🔵 Garda Complete Package (Covers all 3 Stages) → (currently on special offer): Garda Complete Package
🟢 Garda Stage 1 Online Course → (Focus on Stage 1): Stage 1 preparation course
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