An announcement from the Maldives Correctional Service states that they are seeking Prison Officer Trainees to work in all of the prisons in Maldives.
The deadline to apply for the position is 29th October 2026, with interested applicants needing to email the relevant documents to https://my.corrections.gov.mv/jobs.
The salary for the position has been set to MVR 6,050, with a service allowance of MVR 5,555 being given after being sworn in.
Job requirements
- Applicants must be Maldivian citizens.
- Applicants must have a Level 3 qualification within the relevant industry from the Maldives National Qualifications Framework, OR:
- Applicants must have completed Grade 10, OR:
- Applicants must have completed Maldives' National Service program.
- Applicants must be between the ages of 18 to 35 years old.
- Applicant's health must be at the level where they are able to take on the position of Prison Officer.
- Applicants must not have any criminal charges proven against them, and they must not have received any treatment for withdrawal from any prohibited drugs.
Additionally, the applicant must pass a physical fitness test and a swimming test. The applicant must also pass a medical examination, interview and background assessment.
The announcement reads that only the applicants who are shortlisted from those who meet the requirements will be called for an interview. They also said that the forms of those who do not meet the requirements will be voided.
Maldives Correctional Service is always working to improve the state of prisons. The latest batch of trainees graduated last week.
