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The year 2025 promises an avalanche of opportunities in the area of public safety! With thousands of vacancies announced in several states for the Military Police, candidates need to be aware of the requirements and deadlines to ensure a stable and promising career.
The race for a position in the Military Police is fiercer than ever! With thousands of opportunities expected by 2025, candidates from all over the country are preparing to face rigorous selection processes and achieve a stable career in public safety.
But are you up to date with all the news and requirements for these competitions? Discover now the details that can make a difference in your preparation.
Announcement of 2.500 vacancies for the Military Police of Minas Gerais
In January 2025, the vice-governor of Minas Gerais, Mateus Simões, announced the opening of a new competition for the state's Military Police, offering 2.500 vacancies for the position of Soldier. According to Simões, the Minas Gerais Military Police has hired, on average, 2.500 police officers annually over the last three years.
- The Army launched a competition with 440 vacancies for candidates with completed secondary education — 400 for men and 40 for women — with entry into the Preparatory School for Cadets
- Applications for the PPSA (Pre-Salt) 2025 competition are open until 14/05: See vacancies, salaries of up to R$19,6 thousand and test dates!
- New public competitions in Paraná! There are 89 immediate vacancies and a reserve list, salaries of up to R$20,6 thousand
- Next Unified National Public Competition (CNU): 3 thousand vacancies expected for June 2025, new careers with salaries of up to R$21 thousand
In addition, a competition is underway to hire more than 3.000 new security agents. By the end of the term, the forecast is that 20.000 police officers will be hired in Minas Gerais.
Overview of police competitions scheduled for 2025
The year 2025 promises to be promising for candidates in the public security sector. Approximately 4.700 vacancies are expected in Military Police competitions, covering Soldier and Officer positions.
In addition to opportunities in the PM, there are expectations of competitions for the Fire Department and the Federal Police in the administrative area.
General requirements for joining the Military Police
The requirements to join the Military Police may vary depending on the state and the position sought. For the position of Soldier, a high school diploma is generally required, while for Officers, a college degree in any field is commonly required.
Other criteria include a minimum age of 18, being up to date with electoral and military obligations, and, in some cases, there are maximum age and minimum height limits, which may vary according to the state and the candidate's sex.
In addition to these basic criteria, Military Police competitions usually have several stages, including an objective test, physical tests, psychological evaluation and medical exams.
Physical tests typically involve running, push-ups, sit-ups, and other exercises that assess candidates' endurance and strength.
Highlights of state competitions
- Military Police of Sao Paulo (PM SP): The PM SP published an announcement offering 2.700 vacancies for 2nd Class PM Soldier, with a salary of R$4.852,21 after the training course. Applications took place from November 22 to December 22, 2024, and the objective test is scheduled for February 16, 2025.
- Military Police of Espírito Santo (PM ES): A competition is scheduled for 2025 with 1.000 vacancies for Soldier, requiring a completed secondary education and offering a salary of R$3.735,79.
- Military Police of Maranhão (PM MA): A competition has been announced with a forecast of 1.200 vacancies, with salaries between R$4.999,25 and R$5.172,66. Details about positions and requirements are yet to be defined.
- Military Police of Piauí (PM PI): With the committee formed, the competition will have positions, requirements and number of vacancies to be defined. In the last notice, salaries ranged from R$3.470,66 to R$5.367,12.
Preparation for police exams
Given the fierce competition, it is essential that candidates prepare themselves adequately. This includes studying the syllabus of previous notices, keeping up to date with news related to the competitions and meeting all the required requirements.
Furthermore, it is important to be aware of the stages of the selection process, which generally include objective tests, physical tests, psychological evaluations and medical examinations.
Physical training is one of the most important aspects of preparing for Competitions da Military Police. Many candidates are eliminated at this stage because they are unable to achieve the minimum marks required.
Therefore, it is essential to adopt an exercise routine that includes running, push-ups, sit-ups and other physical tests.
In addition to physical preparation, the theoretical part of the competition requires knowledge in subjects such as Portuguese, Mathematics, Constitutional and Criminal Law, as well as specific knowledge about public safety.
Many candidates opt for preparatory courses to reinforce their studies and increase their chances of approval.
Tips for passing police exams
- Organization of studies: Create a detailed schedule with all the subjects covered in the notice and follow it strictly.
- Regular physical training: Don't leave training until the last minute. The ideal is to maintain a consistent exercise routine.
- Mock exams and previous tests: Solving questions from previous exams helps you understand the style of the exams and improves your performance.
- Psychological support: Psychological testing can eliminate many candidates. Being mentally prepared is essential.
- Attention to the notice: Pay attention to the requirements of each competition to avoid unpleasant surprises.
The year 2025 presents several opportunities for those who wish to enter the police career. With thousands of vacancies expected in different states and positions, it is essential that candidates are well informed and prepared to face the challenges of the selection process.
Dedication and commitment to preparation can be decisive in successfully securing a position in public security.
Are you prepared for the challenges of the 2025 police exams? Share your study strategies and expectations for this promising year in the area of public safety in the comments.
