This article discussed the findings of previous studies on emotional intelligence in Royal
Malaysia Police. Based on the review, emotional intelligence related to job stress, job
satisfaction, job commitment, work-life balance, and psychological well-being of police
officers. Review concludes that no significant differences in emotional intelligence by
demographic factors like salary, working department, age, marital status, length of service,
and job position. Police department has to organise training and seminars to enhance the
emotional intelligence level of police officers. More studies have to be done on emotional
intelligence in the police department, thus the findings will be helpful for the organisation’s
development.