NPA Aspirant Prosecutor Training Programme 2027

National Prosecuting Authority invites South African LLB graduates and final-year LLB students to apply for the Aspirant Prosecutor Training Programme 2027/2028.

Training Programme Application Closing Date: 27 July 2026

Training Programme Location: Various NPA training centres across South Africa

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is inviting applications for the Aspirant Prosecutor Training Programme 2027/2028.

The programme forms part of the National Prosecutions Service and will run for a period of 12 months.

Successful candidates will undergo structured training and continuous assessment to determine competence for possible appointment as Prosecutors.

Post: Aspirant Prosecutor TrainingReference: Post 24/95Programme: National Prosecutions ServiceDuration: 12 monthsSalary: R262 968 – R304 299 per annum, LP-1 to LP-2Expected Start Date: 1 March 2027

Equivalent foreign qualification supported by proof of accreditation from SAQA

Final-year LLB students may also apply, provided that the LLB degree will be completed before the start date of the programme.

Demonstrate competency in acting independently, professionally, accountably and with credibility

Successful candidates will be appointed to undergo a 12-month training programme.

There will be continuous assessment to determine competence for appointment as a Prosecutor

Prosecutors must comply with the Code of Conduct

Prosecutors must observe Policy Directives issued by the National Director of Public Prosecutions

A written contract will be entered into between the NPA and the Aspirant Prosecutor

An entry examination will be written as part of the selection process

Only candidates who pass the entry examination, based on the set criteria, will proceed to the next stage of selection

Applicants must be available for the full 12-month training period.

No request to start later than the commencement date will be considered.

Aspirant Prosecutors who successfully complete the programme may not necessarily be placed permanently or on contract as District Court Prosecutors at the centre, cluster or division where they were trained.

Placement is at the discretion of the NPA and may be at any office in South Africa.

If an offer of permanent placement against a vacant post is made after training and is declined, it will be regarded as termination of contract employment.

Applicants must apply to only one training centre. Applying to more than one training centre will result in disqualification.

Reference Number: APTJHB27Email: APTJHB27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTRAN27Email: APTRAN27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTPRO27Email: APTPRO27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTBEN27Email: APTBEN27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTEVA27Email: APTEVA27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTMAD27Email: APTMAD27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTWEL27Email: APTWEL27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTBFN27Email: APTBFN27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTKIM27Email: APTKIM27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTBELL27Email: APTBELL27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTGEO27Email: APTGEO27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTKLE27Email: APTKLE27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTMOD27Email: APTMOD27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTPLK27Email: APTPLK27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTMAK27Email: APTMAK27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTPLZ27Email: APTPLZ27@npa.gov.za

Reference Number: APTMTH27Email: APTMTH27@npa.gov.za

Most recent Z83 application form

Comprehensive CV with details of previous legal experience, where applicable

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview.

Final-year LLB students must submit a copy of their academic record when requested.

Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA.

Applications must be submitted by email to the relevant training centre listed above.

Applicants must apply to only one training centre.

Applications submitted to more than one training centre will be disqualified.

For enquiries, applicants may contact:

Gija Maswanganyi: 012 845 6944Sharon Ntseo: 012 845 6664Pfanani Malova: 012 845 6953

The NPA is an equal opportunity employer. People with disabilities will be given preference and are encouraged to apply.

Applications must be submitted on the most recent Z83 form, available from the DPSA website.

Documents must not be password protected. Zip files will be blocked and will not be processed.

Applications submitted in any way other than the published email address will be treated as invalid.

No late applications will be accepted.

Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance of at least confidential level. Appointment will be provisional pending the issuing of security clearance.

Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview.

Shortlisted applicants’ social media accounts may be accessed as part of the verification process.

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• Successful candidates will be appointed to undergo a 12-month training programme.
• During the programme:
• There will be continuous assessment to determine competence for appointment as a Prosecutor
• Prosecutors must comply with the Code of Conduct
• Prosecutors must observe Policy Directives issued by the National Director of Public Prosecutions
• A written contract will be entered into between the NPA and the Aspirant Prosecutor
• An entry examination will be written as part of the selection process
• Only candidates who pass the entry examination, based on the set criteria, will proceed to the next stage of selection
• Applicants must be available for the full 12-month training period.
• No request to start later than the commencement date will be considered.

• Applicants must have:
• LLB degree
• Equivalent foreign qualification supported by proof of accreditation from SAQA
• Final-year LLB students may also apply, provided that the LLB degree will be completed before the start date of the programme.
• Applicants must also:
• Be South African citizens
• Demonstrate competency in acting independently, professionally, accountably and with credibility

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Applications must be submitted by email to the relevant training centre listed above. Applicants must apply to only one training centre. Applications submitted to more than one training centre will be disqualified.

Email application: APTGEO27@npa.gov.za, APTMTH27@npa.gov.za, APTMOD27@npa.gov.za, APTBEN27@npa.gov.za, APTEVA27@npa.gov.za, APTBFN27@npa.gov.za, APTKIM27@npa.gov.za, APTPLK27@npa.gov.za, APTPRO27@npa.gov.za, APTPLZ27@npa.gov.za, APTWEL27@npa.gov.za, APTMAK27@npa.gov.za, APTMAD27@npa.gov.za, APTKLE27@npa.gov.za, APTBELL27@npa.gov.za, APTRAN27@npa.gov.za, APTJHB27@npa.gov.za

This training programme is offered by NPA Aspirant Prosecutor Training, based in Johannesburg.