Candidates applying for Direct Entry Inspector roles take an average of 60 days to get hired, when considering 6 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Singapore Police Force overall takes an average of 95 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Singapore Police Force as a Direct Entry Inspector according to 6 Glassdoor interviews include:
Drug test: 33%
IQ intelligence test: 25%
Group panel interview: 25%
Other: 8%
One on one interview: 8%
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I applied online. I interviewed at Singapore Police Force (Singapore) in Apr 2026
Interview
A few rounds of interviews. Mainly Tea talk, interview with psychologist and final screening round with a board of interviewers.
They will ask questions about your interest in SPF and why you are joining etc
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. Discuss a few examples in your life when you demonstrated leadership abilities
2. Talk about the recent Iran war and how and why it affects the security in Singapore
I interviewed at Singapore Police Force (Singapore)
Interview
Stringent and must come in well prepared or dont bother. Was ask several questions involving current affairs and thoughts on it. Was asked what was known to me about being a police officer and what is expected of me
I applied online. I interviewed at Singapore Police Force (Singapore) in Dec 2025
Interview
Online tea session with the interviewer and a transcriber. I was asked a total of 3 questions. Question 1: Tell me more about yourself. Question 2: Tell me a time where you had to lead a team and what were the challenges faced? Question 3: What are your thoughts on the recent attacks in Australia and Taiwan?