Introduction
The Volunteer Special Constabulary (VSC), an important component of the Singapore Police Force, contributed more than fifty years of volunteer service to the nation. It vests you with equal powers of a police officer and the opportunity to enforce law and order in Singapore.

The VSC comprises of volunteers from all walks of life, from businessmen to blue-collar executives to even bus captains, bonded with the same aspiration to serve the nation by complementing the Singapore Police Force. VSC Officers don the same police uniform and patrol the streets, participate in anti-drug operations or even high-speed sea chase, regardless of their civilian career or profession!

VSC at A Glance
VSC was formed in 1946 to augment the slender ranks of the regulars immediately after the war, when manpower was badly needed to restore law and order. About 150 men responded to appeals made in the press and formed the pioneers of the VSC. The VSC had since grown and contributed significantly in maintaining law and order in Singapore.

The first test for VSC was during the Maria Hertogh riots in 1952, when VSC Officers performed duties alongside the regular forces in suppressing riots. Other achievements include the arrest of a communist arsonist, the arrest of a terrorist suspected of grenade attacks in Bras Basah Road and the quelling of the Hock Lee Bus riots in 1955. One VSC Andrew Teoh Boh Lan was fatally injured during the Hock Lee Bus riot.

Part-time National Service was introduced in 1967. The total force of the Special Constabulary, including volunteers and national servicemen, was 10,000 by 1977. The National Servicemen were required to serve 12 years on part-time basis. Up to 70% of them were deployed for patrol duties in neighbourhood policing units, in coast guard, radio and traffic divisions. A small number was attached to field services to help in crowd control.

Part-time Special Constabulary National Service was discontinued in 1981. However,some of them remained in the Force as volunteers up to this day.

VSC Organisation
The strength of VSC currently stands at approximately 1,200 officers. At the apex of the VSC structure is the newly appointed Commander VSC, Mr. S Lakshmanan who holds the rank of DAC (V), Deputy Assistant Commissioner of Police. The Commander is assisted by his Deputy Commander and Heads of respective divisions and units.

The VSC organisation structure was recently reorganised to fall in line with the overall structure of the Singapore Police Force to complement in as many policing areas as possible.

VSC Recruitment
The VSC is always welcoming new comrades! We hold periodical outdoor recruitment drives to attract the masses. If you meet our basic requirements or a former Police National Serviceman or ex-regular officer in the Singapore Police Force, we want you!

Why not make Singapore an even safer place for your family and friends, by setting aside a mere sixteen hours a month for this noble cause? Yes! Sixteen hours of police duty a month is all it takes for a more meaningful life! A wide range of challenges and opportunities await you!. Join the VSC and be a truly extraordinary volunteer. Simply fill up the VSC Online Recruitment Form today!

Terms of Service
VSC Officers may remain active in service as long as he is medically fit, up to the age of 50 for Police Officers (Junior) or 55 for Senior Officers.

Senior Officers perform a minimum of 24 hours of duty per month while Police Officers (Junior) perform 16 hours.

VSC Officers receive an allowance of S$2.80 an hour by the Government, regardless of rank.

VSC Training
VSC recruits undergo basic non-residential training at the Police Academy. The Basic Course is conducted in the evenings, twice a week, for a duration of 6 months. It imparts the volunteers with basic police skills, basic legal knowledge, street craft, firearms training, physical training, drills and unarmed combat.

They will be required to pass a prescribed examination at the end of the training period. Upon completion of their basic training, the VSC Officers have the opportunity to attend developmental and advanced courses. Such courses involve leadership, police operations and tactics .

Posting & Deployment
Upon graduating from the Police Academy, VSC Officers are posted to various Land Divisions or Specialised Units, namely 6 Police Land divisions, Airport Police, Police Coast Guard, Traffic Police, Central Narcotics Bureau and Training Command. They may choose their desired posting but will be subjected to the availability and needs of the organisation.

VSC Internet Discussion Group
"VSC Online Kopitiam"
The VSC Internet Discussion Group aims to promote effective communication amongst all VSC Officers force-wide. This Internet forum is a restricted area and not available to members of the public as well as non-VSC Officers. All access accounts are pre-assigned by the Administrator. VSC Officers are required to provide an active personal e-mail address and register through their respective Liaison Officers or Head VSCs of Divisions.

Unauthorised access, communication and usage of the information in the VSC Internet Discussion Group other than for or on official behalf of the Volunteer Special Constabulary may render you liable for prosecution under the Official Secrets Act.