Women and people from ethnic minorities are among those being encouraged to join the police as part of a wider recruitment drive.
The force is also keen to recruit people from the LBGT community, school leavers and graduates and older people who may be seeking a career change or are willing to become special constables.
Since Police Scotland's creation in April 2013, more than 1,300 people have joined as officers.
Recruitment of new officers comes as the organisation continues to face financial challenges.
About 2,000 civilian staff have been cut through voluntary redundancy and early retirement schemes since 2009, with Chief Constable Sir Stephen House warning last year that support staff could face further cuts.
Police officer numbers are protected as a result of a Scottish Government pledge to maintain levels at 17,234.
Deputy Chief Constable Neil Richardson said: "Police Scotland offers a varied and rewarding career for people committed to making a difference and keeping people safe.
"Working as a police officer can be challenging but Police Scotland provides first-class training which equips new recruits with the skills to carry out a job like no other.
"Whether it's solving a crime, reassuring a vulnerable member of the public or providing vital crime prevention advice, the focus for any officer is to keep people safe in the communities we serve.
"If this sounds like a career for you, apply to train as a police officer - it's a career which is second to none."
Police Scotland recruitment manager Lesley Thomson said: "Police Scotland wants to recruit people who will make a difference, challenge themselves, learn new skills and help keep people safe.
"Once you've completed your probationary training, and gained experience as a constable, there are many varied career paths available. As a frontline officer, every day will bring new and unique challenges.
"We've had an exceptionally positive response from those who have attended our recent information evenings and more dates are being planned for early February."
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