New York waives entry-level law enforcement civil service exam fees

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Starting in the fall, all costs to take New York’s entry-level law enforcement civil service exam will be waived.

Qualified candidates have until 11:59 p.m. on August 14 to apply .

Those who qualify will receive an admission notice by mail approximately two weeks before the written test, notifying the applicant about when and where the test will take place.

An email reminder will also be sent out prior to the exam.

Applicants who pass the entry-level law enforcement exam will be eligible to fill the following roles:

• DEC – Environmental Conservation Police Officer Trainee 1 & Forest Ranger 1
• Parks – Park Police Officer Trainee
• SUNY – University Police Officer 1

“New York’s law enforcement officers provide the essential services that keep our schools, our neighbors and our communities safe,” Governor Hochul said. “Starting today, New Yorkers looking to make a positive impact can apply for the free civil service exam to join their ranks and continue our work to make New York the safest place in the nation.”

All state exam application fees are waived through December 2025.

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