NY State Trooper Exam 2026–2027 (Apply Now for August 2027 Academy)
The New York State Police is now accepting applications for the August 2027 Academy Class. This is one of the most competitive law enforcement careers in New York, offering top-tier pay, benefits, and long-term job security.
🚨 Application Deadline: August 17, 2026
📝 Entrance Exam Deadline: September 1, 2026
👉 Apply and get official details here:
NY State Police Recruitment Website
📅 Key Dates
- Application Deadline: August 17, 2026
- Entrance Exam Deadline: September 1, 2026
- Physical Ability Test: TBD
- Academy Start Date: August 2027
💰 NY State Trooper Salary & Pay Scale
Total compensation includes base salary, hazardous duty, and expanded duty pay.
| Career Stage | Upstate | NYC/Westchester | Long Island |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy | Up to $70,748* | — | — |
| Graduation | $82,608 | $86,232 | $91,191 |
| 1 Year | $109,620 | $113,498 | $119,837 |
| 5 Years | $127,049 | $130,929 | $137,265 |
*Based on hiring date
✅ Hiring Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years old at time of appointment
- Must be appointed before age 43 (military service may extend limit up to 7 years)
- Must be a New York State resident
- Must have a valid NYS driver’s license
- Must pass Physical Ability Test (push-ups, sit-ups, 1.5 mile run)
- Must be able to work rotating shifts, including holidays
🎓 Education Requirements
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent AND one of the following:
- 30 college credits
- Military service (honorable discharge)
- Police training (MPTC certified)
Additional credit sources may include:
- CLEP / DSST exams
- Military training
- FEMA courses
- Professional certifications
- College transfer credits
👁️ Hearing & Vision Requirements
- Vision: Correctable to 20/30 in each eye
- Uncorrected vision cannot be worse than 20/100
- Color blindness may be disqualifying
- Hearing thresholds must not exceed 30 dB (with testing standards applied)
🎁 Benefits & Time Off
- 120 hours annual leave
- 24 hours personal leave
- 104 hours sick leave
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement after 20 years (50% salary)
- All uniforms and equipment provided
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is the NY State Trooper application deadline?
The application deadline is August 17, 2026.
When does the academy start?
The academy begins in August 2027.
What is the starting salary?
Troopers can earn over $70,000 during the academy and over $82,000 upon graduation.
What fitness test is required?
Candidates must pass a Physical Ability Test including push-ups, sit-ups, and a 1.5 mile run.
🚀 Final Tip
Apply early and begin preparing now. NY State Trooper exams are extremely competitive, and early preparation gives you a major advantage.