NOW OPEN: September Garda Recruitment Campaign
A new Garda recruitment campaign has been launched. Applications can only be made via the Public Appointments Service website.
Full eligibility information can be found in the Official Candidate Information Booklet.
The deadline for applications is: 3pm on Thursday 9th October 2025.
The recruitment process is rigorous and involves a number of stages.
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The competitive selection process involves a number of stages:
- Application Form
- Stage 1 – Online Aptitude Tests (Verbal & Numerical) & Written Exercise
- Stage 2 – Competency Based Interview
- Stage 3 – Fitness Test
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