Trooper Candidate
Welcome to the Minnesota State Patrol Trooper Candidate application process. Please answer the below questions; you will be directed to the applicant process matching your qualifications based upon the responses.
  1. Do you possess a valid Minnesota peace officer standards and training (POST) license or will be eligible by the end of Minnesota State Patrol Trooper Academy graduation?


  2. Are you eligible for military reciprocity or out-of-state reciprocity for POST licensure?


According to your answers, you may not be eligible for either ETSO, Traditional or LETO program. If you have any questions about your eligibility, please contact patrol.recruiter@state.mn.us or 651-757-1921.
The application period for the Minnesota State Patrol program has closed.