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New York State Police

Hiring process, pay research and preparation guide.

Information last reviewed . Hiring status: not verified.

What we have researched

Published academy-training annual compensation
$65,139/year

Undated compensation; additional location-related amounts are not assumed · Reviewed 2026-10-20. Base pay is not total compensation.

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Researched hiring process & preparation

Partial profile reviewed 2026-10-20. Not proof of an opening.

Minimum requirements

Not yet researched separately. Confirm eligibility and disqualifiers in the current employer announcement.

Lateral entry

Separate lateral requirements and training arrangements need confirmation.

Recruiting contact

Recruitment Officers directory on the official site.

Hiring outline

  1. Follow the current entrance-exam cycle and eligibility-list instructions.
  2. Selection includes physical ability testing, medical examination and a complete background check.

Physical testing

The academy-entry PAT includes sit-ups, push-ups and running; use the official fitness section for applicable standards.

Benefits

The source lists health coverage, retirement and vacation, sick, personal and parental leave.

Hiring incentives

Availability and terms need confirmation.

At review the site anticipated a November 2026 application cycle. This is not confirmation that a new application is open.

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Sources and review dates by topic

A general page review does not confirm every topic. These are research records—not a guarantee that requirements remain unchanged or that a job is open.

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Official recruiting resources

Official police hiring information ↗

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Frequently asked questions

What salary information is available for New York State Police?

Published academy-training annual compensation: $65,139/year. Confirm current rates and your eligible step with the employer.

What hiring process does New York State Police describe?

Follow the current entrance-exam cycle and eligibility-list instructions. Selection includes physical ability testing, medical examination and a complete background check.

What physical testing information is available for New York State Police?

The academy-entry PAT includes sit-ups, push-ups and running; use the official fitness section for applicable standards.

What benefits information is available for New York State Police?

The source lists health coverage, retirement and vacation, sick, personal and parental leave.

Is New York State Police hiring now?

Current hiring status and application deadlines are not verified. A recruiting page alone does not confirm an opening. Use the employer’s current announcement before applying.

When was this New York State Police research reviewed?

This partial profile was reviewed 2026-10-20. That is not a vacancy verification date, and reading this page does not refresh the underlying research.

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