Armed Police Force(APF)
Category: Armed Police Force
Armed Police Forces (APF)
The Armed Police Force,
Nepal, established in 2001, is a paramilitary land force that operates in a
dual capacity as both a military and law enforcement entity. Initially formed
with 15,000 personnel, it was designed to combat the escalating "People's
War" initiated by the Maoist Communist Party of Nepal in 1996. The force
has played a crucial role in counterinsurgency operations and maintaining peace
and security within the country. The creation of the Armed Police Force was
prompted by the need for an independent police force due to the intensifying
conflict. Led by its first chief, Krishna Mohan Shrestha, the force is governed
by the command structure outlined in Nepal's constitution. The Inspector
General of the Armed Police Force holds a rank equivalent to a three-star
Lieutenant General in the Nepal Army. With its motto of "Peace, Security,
Commitment," the force has been instrumental in responding to the evolving
security challenges faced by Nepal.
Meet the AFP minimum
entry requirements and demonstrate a commitment to the AFP's core values of
integrity, commitment, excellence, accountability, fairness, respect and trust.
Complete the AFP Entrance Exam comprising of cognitive ability, numeracy, literacy
and emotional intelligence testing.
Physical Requirements:
For men: Chest size of at
least 30 inches uninflated and 32 inches when inflated. Minimum height of five
feet two inches and a weight of at least 50 kg. For women: Minimum height of
five feet and a weight of at least 42 kg.
