With the deadline to apply this Sunday, New York State Police say applications to take the next Trooper Entrance Exam have surpassed 10,000.
Earlier this year, Governor Kathy Hochul approved a request from the New York State Police to raise the maximum age to apply to become a New York State Trooper from 29 to 34. As a result, almost 2,400 individuals between those ages have taken advantage of this change and applied. Military applicants may be able to apply up until the age of 42.
The New York State Police also revised its tattoo policy in 2022. Candidates may now have tattoos capable of being covered by wearing a properly fitted long-sleeved uniform shirt or business attire, with no portion of the tattoo showing. To learn more about becoming a New York State Trooper and sign up to take the exam at JoinStatePolice.ny.gov.
The New York State Police has contracted with Pearson VUE testing centers and is offering the Trooper Entrance Exam at 59 testing centers in New York State, 250+ locations in the United States, and 112 military locations around the world.
Candidates can choose where and when they take the exam. The computer-based testing process is more convenient and accessible for those interested in becoming a Trooper. The last day to test is October 15th. Individuals can get in touch with a recruiter by emailing [email protected] or calling (518) 485-0855.
