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Bridgeport Police Department - Careers

Are You Ready to Become A Bridgeport Police Officer?

Apply Here

To find more information on other scheduled CHIP tests, please visit www.Certifyfit.com/CHIP-test

For more information, please feel free to call 203-576-8332 or email bptctpdacademy@bridgeportct.gov

BPD Application Process - Exam Timetable
*This date is subject to change

Police Recruits are offered the following Benefits:

• Medical Coverage

• Prescription Coverage

• Insurance Buyout Plan

• Dental Coverage

• Vision Coverage

• Life Insurance Coverage

• Pension

• College Tuition

Police Officer Certification Process Includes:

• Polygraph

• Psychological

• Background and fingerprint

• Controlled substance screening

• Medical evaluation



Bridgeport Residency Perks

• Qualified residents can receive an additional 15% added to their final passing score.

• Applicants must provide proof of residing in Bridgeport for a minimum of 1 year prior to 7/17/2023

• Fee waivers for Bridgeport candidates who meet certain income requirements.

Qualified Veterans may be eligible to receive 5 points added to their passing final score. Qualified Veterans with Service Related Disabilities may be eligible to receive 10 points added to their passing final score.