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SPF, SCDF, ICA, Prison Service and Central Narcotics Bureau: Your Ultimate Guide to Salary, Sign-on Bonuses & Work Benefits

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Every Singaporean man aged 18 has to serve in the National Service in the Singapore Armed Forces or the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the Singapore Government’s defence arm in dealing with internal affairs.

Whether you’re a lover of solving crimes or have been inspired to become a police officer, central narcotics officer, immigration officer, prison officer or firefighter, signing on is something you must decide at some point.

Read on for the latest salaries, sign-on bonuses, and benefits for the different jobs!


TL;DR: SPF, SCDF, ICA, SPS & CNB’s Ultimate Guide to Salary, Sign-on Bonuses & Benefits, Ranks & Sign-On Benefits

Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA)SalarySign-on Bonus
Direct-Entry Inspector/ LieutenantFirst Class Honours
Second (Upper) Class Honours: $4,809 - $5,436

Second (Lower) Class Honours
Third Class Honours
Pass: $4,460 - $5,227
-
Direct-Entry SergeantDiploma (5 local polytechnics/ NAFA/ LASALLE): $2,650 - $2,956

GCE 'A' Level (including pass in GP/ KI)
IB Diploma/ NUS High School Diploma: $2,548 - $2,956

Higher Nitec/ Nitec/ GCE 'O' Level: $1,970 - $2,234
$30,000
Management Executive / Special FunctionsPolytechnic diploma: $2,050 - $2,414

Two GCE ‘A’ Level passes (at one sitting) or Higher Nitec: $1,700 - $1,848

Nitec/ Five GCE ‘O’ Level passes (including English or mathematics):
$1,560 - $1,708
-
Singapore Police Force (SPF)<>SalarySign-on Bonus
Direct-Entry Inspector$4,996 - $5,904$20,000
Direct-Entry Sergeant$2,100 - $3,097$35,000
Home Affairs Senior Executive (HASE)$3,575 – $4,271-
Management Executive / Special FunctionsLanguage Executive: $1,970 – $2,310

Commercial Affairs Officer:
$4,800 – $5,526
-
Home Team Specialist$4,116 – $4,804-
Extended Management Executive OfficerDiploma Holders: $2,255 – $2,403

NITEC/Higher NITEC/
GCE ‘A’/ GCE ‘O’/ IB diploma/ NUS High School diploma Level holders: $1,771 – $2,027
-
Technical Support OfficerDiploma Holders: $2,365 – $2,513

NITEC/Higher NITEC/GCE ‘A’ Level/GCE ‘O’ Level: $1,826 – $1,980
-
Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)<>SalarySign-on Bonus
Direct-Entry Lieutenant$5,000 - $5,400$15,000
Direct-Entry Sergeant$2,100 - $2,900$30,000
Singapore Prison Service (SPS)<>SalarySign-on Bonus
Direct-Entry Inspector/ LieutenantFirst Class Honours
Second (Upper) Class Honours: $5,000 - $5,595

Second (Lower) Class Honours
Third Class Honours
Pass: $4,800 - $5,499
$15,000
Direct-Entry SergeantDiploma (5 local polytechnics/ LASALLE/ NAFA): $2,650 - $2,991

GCE 'A' Level
IB Diploma/ NUS High School Diploma: $2,547 - $2,991

Higher Nitec: $2,050 - $2,325

Nitec/ GCE 'O' Level: $2,000 - $2,325
$30,000
Home Affairs Senior Executive
(HASE)
$3,575 - $4,717-
Management Executive / Special Functions$4,116 - $5,008-
Extended Management Executive Officer$1,851 - $2,764-
Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB)<>SalarySign-on Bonus
Direct-Entry Inspector$4,946 - $5,402$15,000
Direct-Entry Sergeant$2,100 - $2,919$30,000
Home Affairs Senior Executive (HASE)$3,575 - $4,399-
Extended Management Executive Officer$1,771 - $2,568-

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) comprises its headquarters, seven departments, and three statutory boards:

No.Name of agency under Home TeamType of agency
1Ministry of Home AffairsMinistry HQ
2Singapore Police ForceDepartment under Home Team
3Internal Security DepartmentDepartment under Home Team
4Singapore Civil Defence ForceDepartment under Home Team
5Immigration and Checkpoints AuthorityDepartment under Home Team
6Singapore Prison ServiceDepartment under Home Team
7Central Narcotics BureauDepartment under Home Team
8Home Team AcademyDepartment under Home Team
9Gambling Regulatory AuthorityStatboard
10Home Team Science & Technology Agency (HTX)Statboard
11Yellow Ribbon SGStatboard

Editor’s note: The information is accurate as of 27 Feb 2024. As of the time of writing, ICA doesn’t seem to have a sign-on bonus for inspectors, as the information is unavailable on its website. If you know otherwise, drop us an email at [email protected].

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Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA)’s Pay, Ranks and Sign-On Bonus

The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) offers four different career progression schemes.

They are:

ICA Direct-Entry Inspector

The starting pay of a Home Affairs Services (ICA) Direct-Entry Inspector ranges from $4,460 to $5,436.

The entry requirement for an ICA Direct-Entry Inspector is a degree in any discipline.

An ICA inspector’s salary varies according to degree honours class, interview performance, relevant work experience, and whether he has completed his full-time National Service.

Educational QualificationStarting Month Salary
First Class Honours
Second (Upper) Class Honours
$4,809 to $5,436
Second (Lower) Class Honours
Third Class Honours
Pass
$4,460 to $5,227

But, you will need to serve a one-year bond upon completing a 26-week training.

Benefits include:

  • 18 to 21 days of annual vacation leave
  • 85% medical (capped at $20/visit) and dental subsidies ($120/year)
  • Group insurances
  • Use of government holiday bungalows
  • Sponsorship for postgraduate study (up to 80% reimbursement)
  • Subsidies for sports and recreational activities
  • Performance and annual bonuses
  • Staff welfare benefits

ICA Direct-Entry Sergeant

A typical Home Affairs Service (ICA) Direct-Entry Sergeant receives a one-time Sign-On Bonus of $30,000!

The $18,000 is split into two tranches – $12,000 will be paid upon signing on and $18,000 upon confirmation after one-year probation.

Compared to a year ago, when it was $8,000 ($3,000 will be paid upon signing on and $5,000 upon confirmation), this is very attractive and a HUGE jump.

However, this means you must serve a three-year bond (instead of the original two-year bond) to be eligible for the sign-on bonus.

On top of that, you will also need to go through a 20-week training.

The starting pay of an ICA Direct-Entry Sergeant depends on academic standing, relevant work experience and if he has completed full-time National Service.

Educational QualificationStarting Month Salary
Diploma
(5 local polytechnics/ NAFA/ LASALLE)
$2,650 to $2,956
GCE 'A' Level (including pass in GP/ KI)/ IB Diploma/ NUS High School Diploma$2,548 to $2,956
Higher Nitec/ Nitec $1,970 to $2,234
GCE 'O' Level

Benefits include:

  • 14 to 18 days of annual vacation leave
  • 85% medical (capped at $20/visit) and dental subsidies ($120/year)
  • Group insurances
  • Use of government holiday bungalows
  • Sponsorship for continuous study (monthly allowance of up to $1,000 or up to $12,000 per year)
  • Subsidies for sports and recreational activities
  • Performance and annual bonuses
  • Staff welfare benefits

ICA Civilian Officers: Management Executive

The starting pay of a Management Executive depends on academic standing, relevant work experience, and whether he has completed full-time national service.

Educational QualificationStarting Monthly Salary
Polytechnic Diploma$2,050 to $2,414
Two GCE ‘A’ Level passes (at one sitting) or Higher Nitec$1,700 to $1,848
Nitec$1,560 to $1,708
Five GCE 'O' Level Passes
(including English and Maths)

Benefits include:

  • 14 to 18 days of annual vacation leave
  • 85% medical (capped at $20/visit) and dental subsidies ($120/year)
  • Group insurances
  • Use of government holiday bungalows
  • Sponsorship for continuous study (monthly allowance of up to $1,000 or up to $12,000 per year)
  • Subsidies for sports and recreational activities
  • Performance and annual bonuses
  • Staff welfare benefits

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Singapore Police Force (SPF) Pay, Ranks and Sign-On Bonus

The Singapore Police Force has two primary vocations: Police Officer Scheme and Civilian Officer Scheme.

Under the Police Officer Scheme, there are two roles: Direct-Entry Inspector Police Officer and Direct-Entry Sergeant.

SPF Direct-Entry Inspector Police Officer

The starting pay of a Direct-Entry Inspector Police Officer ranges from $4,996 – $5,904, with a sign-on bonus of $20,000 upon appointment.

The SPF Inspector Police Officer’s salary varies according to interview performance, relevant work experiences, and whether he has completed his full-time National Service. There will also be a nine-month training programme that will include an overseas segment.

Uniformed officers are eligible for the following:

  • Retirement benefits under the INVEST Scheme, which invests 13.25% of gross salary to earn investment returns for retirement. This scheme starts from your first year in service and will cease when you reach 55. Upon retirement, the officer can withdraw the full sum.
  • Strategic Payment Scheme: Inspectors are eligible for cash payouts of three months (Assistant Superintendent of Police and below) quantum upon reaching their 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 20, and 25 years in service.
  • Police (Invest) Payment: Recognizing the challenging nature of Police work, you will also receive an annual cash payment, where the quantum of payment ranges from 0.75 months to 1.5 months as you advance up the ranks.

SPF Direct-Entry Sergeant

Direct-Entry Sergeants will receive a Sign-On Bonus of a whopping $35,000 upon appointment!

The starting pay of a Police Force Direct-Entry Sergeant ranges from $2,100 – $3,097, depending on academic standing, relevant work experiences, and whether he has completed full-time National Service. The Direct-Entry Sergeant will also have to undergo six months of training, which includes police defence tactics, physical training, lessons in criminal law, and training to equip you to be a Ground Response Force officer.

Educational QualificationStarting Monthly Salary
Polytechnic Diploma$2,100 - $3,097
GCE 'A' Levels
Higher Nitec
Nitec
GCE 'O' Levels

Direct-Entry Sergeants can also serve their National Service liability by serving 5 years as a regular police officer while still receiving their full salary and benefits. To do so, pre-enlistees must apply 3 months before their enlistment date. Direct-Entry Inspectors are not eligible for this.

Similar to Inspector police officers, Sergeants are also eligible for:

  • Retirement benefits under the INVEST Scheme at a contribution of 7.75% of your gross salary will be credited monthly into your retirement account, starting from your first year in service. They will cease when you reach 55 years old.
  • Strategic Payment Scheme: Cash payouts of three months (Assistant Superintendent of Police and below) quantum upon reaching their 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 20, and 25 years in service.
  • Police (Invest) Payment: Receive an annual cash payment, where the quantum of payment ranges from 0.5 months to 1.5 months, as you advance up the ranks.

SPF’s Civilian Officer Scheme is probably one of the most diverse under the Home Team.

SPF Home Affairs Senior Executive (HASE)

HASE forms the middle and senior management strata in the Singapore Police Force.

The starting pay of a Management Executive Grade 13 (entry grade) ranges from $3,575 – $4,271. This depends on his academic standing, relevant work experiences, and whether he has completed full-time National Service.

A degree in any discipline when signing on for this role.

Benefits include:

  • 18 days of annual vacation leave (21 days after 10 years of service)
  • 14 days of medical leave or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Subsidised medical and dental care
  • Use of local and overseas holiday bungalows and chalets
  • Marriage/Childbirth benefits

SPF Extended Management Executive Officer

The starting pay of an Extended Management Executive Officer depends on academic standing, relevant work experiences, and whether you have completed full-time National Service.

Appointment GradeMinimum qualification requiredGross Salary Range
Management Executive Grade14 (Entry Grade)
Diploma$2,255 – $2,403
Management Executive Grade16 (entry grade)NITEC/ Higher NITEC/ GCE 'A'/ GCE 'O'/ IB diploma/ NUS High School diploma Level holders$1,771 – $2,027

Benefits include:

  • Diploma holders: Annual vacation leave of 18 days (21 days after 10 years of service)
  • NITEC/Higher NITEC/GCE ‘A’/ IB Diploma/ NUS High School Diploma Level holders: Annual vacation leave of 14 days (18 days after 10 years of service)
  • 14 days of medical leave or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Subsidised medical and dental care
  • Use of local and overseas holiday bungalows and chalets
  • Marriage/Childbirth benefits

SPF Language Executive

Language executives will work with Police and Commercial Affairs Investigation / Criminal Investigation Officers to provide critical interpretation and translation support.

You must have either a GCE ‘A’ Level or a local polytechnic diploma in any discipline.

Appointment GradeGross Salary Range*
Language Executive Grade 14$1,970 – $2,310

*Appointment grade and starting salary will vary and be commensurate according to the assessment of the fit of academic qualifications, relevant/useful work experiences and completion of Full-Time National Service.

Benefits include:

  • 18 days of annual vacation leave (21 days after 10 years of service)
  • 14 days of medical leave or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Subsidised medical and dental care
  • Use of local and overseas holiday bungalows and chalets
  • Marriage/Childbirth benefits

SPF Commercial Affairs Officer (CAO)

To be a Commercial Affairs Officer (CAO) in the Commercial Affairs Department, one needs to possess a degree in Accountancy, Law, Business Administration, or Business or Economics.

The starting pay of a Commercial Affairs Officer ranges from $4,800 – $5,526, with a requirement of Grade 13 (entry grade).

Appointment GradeMinimum qualification requiredGross Salary Range
Commercial Affairs Officer
Grade13 (entry grade)
Pass degree in Accountancy, Law, Business Administration, Business or Economics$4,800 – $5,526

*Appointment grade and starting salary will vary and be commensurate according to the assessment of the fit of academic qualifications, relevant/useful work experiences and completion of Full-Time National Service.

Benefits include:

  • 18 days of annual vacation leave (21 days after 10 years of service)
  • 14 days of medical leave or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Market-Adjustment Component (MAC) and retention payments
  • Subsidised medical and dental care
  • Use of local and overseas holiday bungalows and chalets
  • Marriage/Childbirth benefits

SPF Home Team Specialist

The Home Team Specialist Scheme has two routes requiring deep technical knowledge in their respective fields.

  • Police Intelligence Department (PID)
  • Police Psychological Services Division (PPSD)

For each department and post, here are the educational requirements:

DepartmentRoleRequirements
Police Intelligence Department
(PID)
Home Team Specialist (Analyst) Degree (Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics preferred)
Police Psychological Services Division
(PPSD)
Home Team Specialist (Psychologist) Good honours degree in Psychology, with professional qualifications and experience preferred

The starting pay of a Home Team Specialist is as such:

Appointment GradeQualification Starting Monthly Salary*
Home Team Specialist (Analyst) Degree Holders (Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics preferred)$4,116 – $4,804
Home Team Specialist (Psychologist) Good honours degree in Psychology, with professional qualifications and experience preferred$4,116 – $4,804

SPF Technical Support Officer

To be a Technical Support Officer, the entry requirement is to have a local polytechnic Diploma in Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Technology or a related field.

Appointment GradeQualification Starting Monthly Salary
Technical Support Officer Grade6 (entry grade)Diploma Holders$2,365 – $2,513
Technical Support Officer Grade8 (entry grade) NITEC/ Higher NITEC/ GCE 'A' Level/ GCE 'O' Level$1,826 – $1,980

Benefits include:

  • Diploma holders: Annual vacation leave of 18 days (21 days after 10 years of service)
  • NITEC/Higher NITEC/GCE ‘A’ Level holders/GCE ‘O’ Level holders: Annual vacation leave of 14 days (21 days after 10 years of service)
  • 14 days of medical leave or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Subsidised medical and dental care
  • Use of local and overseas holiday bungalows and chalets
  • Marriage/Childbirth benefits

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Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) Pay, Ranks and Sign-On Bonus

Very much like the Singapore Police Force, the Civil Defence Force has two main vocations, namely the Uniformed and Civilian Scheme.

SCDF Direct-Entry Lieutenant Civil Defence (Fire & Rescue or Paramedic)

The starting pay of a Fire and Rescue Officer or Paramedic Officer ranges from $5,000 – $5,400, with a sign-on bonus of $15,000.

SCDF Lieutenant’s salary varies according to performance during the interview, relevant work experiences, and whether he has completed his full-time National Service.

Additional increments may be given for relevant work experience and completion of full-time National Service.

Like SPF officers, SCDF uniformed officers are eligible for retirement benefits under the INVEST Scheme, which invests 13.25% of gross salary to earn investment returns for retirement.

This scheme starts from your first year in service and will cease when you reach 55.

Upon retirement, the officer can withdraw the full sum.

Strategic Payment Scheme

New officers can look forward to three months (Captain and below) cash payouts and 2.5 months (Major and above) quantum upon reaching their 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 20, and 25 years in service.

Benefits include:

  • 18 – 21 days of annual vacation leave
  • 14 days of annual medical leave, or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Comprehensive group insurance scheme
  • Marriage/Childbirth benefits
  • Subsidised medical and dental treatment
  • Retention and retirement benefits

SCDF Direct-Entry Sergeant (Fire and Rescue Specialist or Paramedic)

A typical Civil Defence Direct-Entry Sergeant (Fire and Rescue Specialist or Paramedic) receives a one-time Sign-On Bonus of $30,000 upon appointment (subject to eligibility).

The starting pay of a Civil Defence Direct-Entry Sergeant depends on academic standing, relevant work experiences, and whether he has completed full-time National Service.

A Direct-Entry Sergeant (Fire and Rescue Specialist/ Paramedic) salary ranges from $2,100 – $2,900. Additional increments may be given for relevant work experience and completion of full-time National Service.

Direct-Entry Sergeants from the Fire and Rescue and Paramedic sides are also eligible for the INVEST Retirement Package. Unlike their Lieutenant counterparts, they get 7.75% of their gross salary credited to their retirement accounts.

Both Lieutenants and Sergeants could have the chance to hone their skillset in specialist functions such as Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (DART), Marine Fire Fighting, Fire Investigation and enforcement.

Strategic Payment Scheme

New officers can look forward to cash payouts of three months (Lieutenant and below) quantum upon reaching their 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 20, and 25 years in service.

Benefits include:

  • 14 – 18 days of vacation leave
  • 14 days of medical leave, or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • 12 days of annual study leave (subject to approval)
  • Comprehensive group insurance scheme
  • Marriage / Childbirth benefits
  • Subsidised medical and dental treatment
  • Retention and retirement benefits

On top of the above, the Singapore Civil Defence Force offers civilian positions such as the Home Affairs Senior Executive (HASE), Extended Management Executive (E-MXS) Officer, Home Team Specialist Scheme and Technical Support Officer scheme — very much like SPF.

However, it’s unclear what the salary ranges are for civilian officers, but for a gauge, the range should be close to similar roles found in SPF.

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Singapore Prison Service (SPS) Pay, Ranks and Sign-On Bonus

The Singapore Prison Service (SPS) offers two main career routes, namely the Prison Officer Scheme and the Civilian Officer Scheme.

Prison Officer (Rehabilitation Officer & Sergeant)

The starting pay of a Prison Officer (Rehabilitation Officer) ranges from $5,000 – $5,499.

Singapore prison officers’ salaries vary according to performance during the interview, relevant work experiences, and whether he has completed his full-time national service.

All Prison Officers have to serve a two-year bond after graduating from training.

RankQualification Starting Monthly SalarySign-on Bonus
Rehabilitation OfficerDegree in any disciplineFirst Class Honours
Second (Upper) Class Honours: $5,000 to $5,595

Second (Lower) Class Honours
Third Class Honours
Pass: $4,800 - $5,499
$15,000 (given in two tranches of $5,000 upon appointment and $10,000 upon confirmation in service)
Direct Entry SergeantMinimally 5 GCE 'O' Levels creditsDiploma (5 local polytechnics/ LASALLE/ NAFA): $2,650 to $2,991

GCE 'A' Level
IB Diploma/ NUS High School Diploma: $2,547 to $2,991

Higher Nitec: $2,050 to $2,325

Nitec/ GCE 'O' Level: $2,000 to $2,325
$30,000 (given in two tranches of $12,000 upon appointment and $18,000 upon confirmation of service respectively)

Benefits (Rehabilitation Officer) include: 

  • 18 – 21 days annual vacation leave (Rehabilitation Officer)
  • 14 days of annual medical leave or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Subsidised medical and dental care
  • Marriage/Childbirth benefits

Benefits (Sergeant) include:

  • 14 – 18 days annual Vacation leave (Sergeant)
  • 14 days of annual medical leave or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Subsidised medical and dental care
  • Marriage/Childbirth benefits

Newly appointed Prison Officers who have a full ‘A’ level or Diploma (5 local Polys/ IB/ NAFA/ LASALLE/ NUS High School etc.) will receive a sign-on bonus of $30,000 (given in 2 tranches of $12,000 and $18,000 respectively).

Under the INVEST scheme, a contribution of 7.75% and 13.25% of gross salary will be credited monthly into your retirement account for Sergeants and Rehab Officers, respectively.

This starts from your fifth year in service and will cease when you reach 55. The monies are invested to earn investment returns. Upon retirement, you can withdraw the full sum from your account.

SPS Civilian Officer

The Civilian Officer Scheme in the Singapore Prison Service is made up of

  • Extended Management Executive Scheme (E-MXS)
  • Home Affairs Senior Executive (HASE)
    • Correctional Rehabilitation Specialist (CRS) – Psychology, Social work or Counselling
  • Home Team Specialist Scheme (HTSS) – Psychologist
RankQualification Starting Monthly Salary
Home Affairs Senior Executive (HASE)Candidates with knowledge and/or experience in Psychology, Social Work or Counselling may apply for Correctional Rehabilitation Specialist (CRS) position. $3,575 - $4,717
Home Team Specialist Scheme (HTSS)

Home Team Specialist Grade 13 (entry grade)
Degree in psychology$4,116 - $5,008
Extended Management Executive Scheme (E-MXS)

Management Executive Grade 14 (entry grade)
Diploma $1,851 - $2,764

The monthly starting salary for Singapore Prison’s Civilian Officers varies according to assessment during the interview, relevant work experience and completion of Full Time National Service (for males only).

Benefits include

  • 18 – 21 days of annual vacation leave (MX14 and above)
  • 14 – 18 days of annual vacation leave (MX15 and MX16)
  • Medical leave of 14 days or 60 days with hospitalisation (Annual)
  • Study leave of 12 days, subject to approval (Annual)
  • Subsidised medical and dental care
  • Marriage/ Childbirth benefits

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Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) Pay, Ranks and Sign-On Bonus

The Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) has three schemes, namely the Narcotics Direct-Entry Inspector, Narcotics Direct-Entry Sergeant and Civilian Scheme.

Upon joining CNB, you will be exempted from all NS (reservist) activities. The exemption will be withdrawn should you leave the Bureau subsequently.

CNB Direct-Entry Inspector Scheme

The starting pay of a Direct-Entry Inspector Narcotics Officer ranges from$4,946 – $5,402, with a Sign-on Bonus of $15,000 (if meet eligibility).

CNB Inspectors’ salaries vary according to performance during the interview, any relevant work experiences and if he has completed their full-time National Service.

You are required to serve a two-year training bond, which will commence after the nine-month training programme, with Police Officers.

As a uniformed officer, you will be eligible for retirement benefits under the INVEST Scheme.

A monthly contribution of your gross salary will be credited to your Retirement Account starting from your fifth year of service. These contributions are expected to grow with interest. Upon retirement, you can withdraw the full sum from your account.

CNB Direct-Entry Sergeant Scheme

A typical Narcotics Officer Direct-Entry Sergeant receives a one-time Sign-On Bonus of $30,000 (full ‘A’ Level or Diploma (5 local Polys/ IB/ NAFA/ LASALLE/ NUS High School, etc.).

The starting pay of a Direct-Entry Sergeant at CNB depends on academic standing, relevant work experiences, and whether he has completed full-time National Service. The starting salary ranges from $2,100 – $2,919.

You are required to serve a two-year training bond, which will commence after the six-month training programme, with Police Officers.

As a uniformed officer, you will be eligible for retirement benefits under the INVEST Scheme.

A monthly contribution of your gross salary will be credited to your retirement account starting from your fifth year of service. These contributions are expected to grow with interest. Upon retirement, you can withdraw the full sum from your account.

Welfare and Benefits (Inspector and Sergeant)

  • Professional learning and development opportunities
  • Performance, mid-year and end-year bonuses (subject to work performance)
  • Retention and retirement benefits
  • 14 to 18 days of annual vacation leave
  • 14 days of annual medical leave or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Subsidised medical and dental fees
  • Comprehensive group insurance scheme
  • Class 3 driving licence

CNB Home Affairs Senior Executive (HASE) Scheme (Civilian Officers)

The starting pay of a Management Executive Grade 13 (entry grade) ranges from $3,575 – $4,399.

HASE’s starting salary depends on academic standing, relevant work experiences and if he has completed full-time National Service.

A degree in any discipline when signing on for this role.

CNB Extended Management Executive Officer Scheme (Civilian Officers)

The starting pay of an Extended Management Executive Officer Grade 14/16 (entry grade) ranges from $1,771 – $2,568. It depends on academic standing, relevant work experiences and if he has completed full-time National Service.

Civilian Officers’ welfare and benefits include:

  • Professional learning and development opportunities
  • 14 to 18 days of annual vacation leave
  • 14 days of medical leave or 60 days with hospitalisation
  • Annual study leave of 12 days, subject to approval
  • Subsidised medical and dental care
  • Marriage/Childbirth benefits

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Thinking if You Should Join the Home Team?

While the salaries seem tempting, you should also know that a career in the service requires some level of passion as you’ll be serving the public and, perhaps, life and death.

It may not be for everyone, especially if long hours and bureaucracy are at play in specific vocations.

But if you still want to serve, why not consider other career options in the civil service (i.e., plain shirt officers)?

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