PNPA Cadet Admission Test at a Glance: Dates, Rules, Pass Rate
PNPA Cadet Admission Test at a Glance
The PNPA Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) is the entrance exam for the Philippine National Police Academy, which trains officers for the PNP, BFP and BJMP.
Quick facts
| 2026 exam (Class 2031) | 25 October 2026 |
| Applications | 1 June – 30 September 2026, online through PNPA's CAT Online Application System |
| Age | 18 to 22 years old before 1 May 2027 |
| Education | At least a senior high graduate with a GWA of 85% or higher |
| Height | At least 5'2" (male) or 5'0" (female), barefoot |
| Last exam | 8–9 November 2025, 37 testing centres |
| Last pass rate | 7.68% — 1,627 of 21,179 examinees |
| Subjects | Not officially published |
| Fee | Reported to be free — confirm with PNPA |
Applicants must also be natural-born Filipinos, single with no child to support, with a normal BMI and good moral character. The full list is in the PNPA guide.
Do you need the NAPOLCOM exam first?
No. You apply to PNPA directly through its own online system. The NAPOLCOM PNPE is a separate exam for entering the PNP as a Patrolman.
After the written test
The PNPACAT is the first stage of PNPA's screening. Passers go on to psychological, medical and physical tests and interviews before final selection.
What PNPA leads to
- A four-year Bachelor of Science in Public Safety at Camp General Mariano N. Castañeda, Silang, Cavite
- Cadet base pay of ₱40,284 a month in 2026
- A commission as a Police Lieutenant (PNP) or Inspector (BFP, BJMP), with 2026 base pay of ₱52,004 a month
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What to read next
The PNPA guide covers requirements, what to study and a prep plan.
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