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Ranks and drill commands

Learn to recognise the ranks and basic drill commands.

Last updated 22 July 2025
Close-up of police uniform shoulder rank insignia on blue shirt.

Ranks

Ranks denote the command status of each individual within the Singapore Police Force’s (SPF) hierarchy. As the SPF is a uniformed organisation, a clearly established chain of command is important for tasks to be carried out efficiently. Learn to recognise the ranks in the SPF.

Learn about ranks

Police Officers

Singapore Police Force Police Officers' rank insignia chart.

Senior Officers

Singapore Police Force Senior Officers' rank insignia chart.

Drill commands

Marching will also be an important part of your training. Familiarise yourself with some basic commands, which will be given in Malay.

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