Garda Recruitment 2022/2023

I got a letter from them on Monday stating I was over the weight limit my BMI was 30.2. Going to the GP today to see if he can write a letter for me explaining that because I do weight lifting the BMI chart will be off by a bit. We'll see what he says.

Good to know at least this is moving forward.

Did it help? I’ve asked them what it is holding it up to see if I could help with it but they won’t give any detail.

Making a WhatsApp group for those hoping to get January intake. Pm to be added 👍🏻

I sent in an opticians report last week. Haven't heard anything since. Showed my optician what the requirements were and she said I passed. Any idea how long I'll be waiting?

Anyone else hoping or got the offer to be in by January 2024 pm us for invite on whatsapp group if you like.

You can travel home twice a week if you have kids but you have to be back the following morning before 08:30. You apply for a curfew exemption.

You wouldn’t be doing on overnight on a Thursday because you have to be meticulously presented in your full uniform for parade on the square at 08:00 on a Friday.

There will be times you will need to work with your group to get some stuff over the line after hours, so be mindful of that too.

Hi

So I passed my interview and was placed on OOM 117. I was told that the spots have been filled up until April/May. I was just wondering, how long is the wait from completing the interview to been called for the medical/fitness? I’m working with a PT so I was hoping after Christmas because I know my BMI is a little high and want to get that in check.

Also, what is conducted exactly at the medicals? I heard from a friend that urine/blood and hair samples might be taken. Just wondering if this is true?

if I fail the medical for been overweight, will i automatically fail the medical or will they defer it for a few months to get it sorted? This is the furthest I have gotten in the Garda application and I never thought I would pass the interview so it would be a huge let down if it goes away because I fail the medical for overweight

Would appreciate any advice and tips

Just want to state something here I was was told of by the guys in Garda HR.

Once you pass your PCT you should be getting your sergeant interview medical assessment as well as the start of your background check.

I did my pct in August and I still wasn't called to meet my sergeant guy was very surprised to hear this told me to go to the local station directly and ask to be contacted

Yes that seems to be the standard response sadly.

Did anyone submit there new BMI results to occupational health after the 3 months they were given? What was the response/next steps? Did you get an offer and if so how long was the turn around? Thanks all

I waiting on suitability checks and a super meeting.

I was told by appointments the checks take longer when you have a big family and especially when they live in other countries. I fall under both circumstances.

has anyone experienced the same? I’m waiting now since September since medically cleared. Maybe next year I’ll hear 😂

I’m in 2022 campaign.

Hi Guys

I'm from the 2022 campaign and I passed my fitness test on 3rd June and I passed my medical on the 6th July this year. I met the with the sergeant and inspector and I'm still waiting on my background checks. I emailed in August time and they said background checks still ongoing. Just wondering how long was everyone else waiting or should I expect to hear back shortly has its been a few months now?

No one really knows. I’m waiting a full year now and I keep getting back we are waiting for all elements to be returned. No other info given. Very frustrating that they don’t actually explain things especially after waiting so long.

Anyone who submitted there new BMI to occupational health, how long did it take to hear back after?