South African Military 2026 Application.

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is inviting young South African citizens to apply for the 2026 intake of its Military Skills Development System (MSDS). Successful applicants will embark on a two-year contract, receiving comprehensive military and functional training in the first year, followed by deployment opportunities in the second year to apply and enhance their skills.

Learnership Details:

• Company Name: South African National Defence Force (SANDF)
• Job Title: Military Skills Development System (MSDS) Trainee
• Location: South Africa
• Closing Date: 28 March 2025

About the Company:

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is the armed forces of South Africa, encompassing the Army, Air Force, Navy, and Military Health Service. Established to defend the nation and its interests, the SANDF offers young South Africans the opportunity to serve their country while gaining valuable skills and experience through programs like the Military Skills Development System (MSDS).

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Requirements:

General Requirements:

• RSA Citizen (No dual citizenship).
• 18 —22 years of age (Gr 12).
• 18 - 26 years of age (3 years Tertiary Qualification) when reporting.
• Admission Point Score (APS) 24 and above, excluding Life Orientation (LO).
• Have no criminal record or pending cases.
• Comply with medical fitness requirements for the appointment.
• No Visible tattoos (legs, lower arms, neck and face)

Additional Requirements:

• Minimum Height and Weight:
  • Females: Minimum height 148 cm, minimum weight 48 kg
  • Males: Minimum height 155 cm, minimum weight 52 kg
• Body Mass Index (BMI):
  • Females: BMI 18.5–30
  • Males: BMI 19–30
• Selection Process: Applicants will undergo:
  • Drug testing
  • Psychometric and medical evaluations
  • Criminal record verification
  • Pre-screening and qualification verification

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their applications by hand delivery or post to the nearest recruitment centre. Ensure that all required documents are included in your application.

Required Documents:

• Proof of residence and/or letter from village chief
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Certified copies of:
  • ID
  • Matric Certificate (only the statement of results for 2024 will be accepted)
  • Tertiary qualifications (if applicable)

Application Submission:

Applications can be submitted to the following regional offices:

• Free State Regional Office:
  • Army Support Base Bloemfontein
  • Recruitment Office
  • Pappa Brits Street, Tempe, Bloemfontein, 9300
  • Enquiries: 051 402 1262
• Limpopo Province Regional Office:
  • Army Support Base
  • Recruitment Office
  • Building T143, Gateway Road, Polokwane, 0699
  • Enquiries: 015 299 3318
• KwaZulu-Natal Regional Office:
  • Recruitment Office
  • Lords Ground Military Base
  • 186 Old Ford Road (KE Masinga Road), Durban
  • Enquiries: 012 339 5042
• Eastern Cape Regional Office:
  • Army Support Base Recruitment Office
  • Willow Drive, Forest Hill, Port Elizabeth, 6013
  • Enquiries: 041 505 1101/1268
• Northern Cape Regional Office:
  • Army Support Base Recruitment Office
  • General Khan van der Spuy Avenue, Diskobolos, Kimberley, 8301
  • Enquiries: 053 830 3204
• North West Regional Office:
  • Army Support Base Recruitment Office
  • C/O Grobler Street (R53) & Eleazer Road, Potchefstroom, 2531
  • Enquiries: 018 289 3322
• Gauteng Regional Office:
  • Army Support Base Recruitment Office
  • C/O Visagie & Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria, 0001
  • Enquiries: 012 339 5718/5754/5042
• Mpumalanga:
  • Army Support Base
  • 8 Spruit Street, Mbombela, 1201
  • Enquiries: 013 249 3534
• Western Cape:
• Army Support base
  • Castle of Good Hope
  • Recruitment Office
  • Block C, C/o Buiten & Strand Street
  • Cape Town, 8000
  • Enquiries: (021) 787 1023/4
• School of Logistics Training
  • Wetton Road, Wetton
  • Cape Town
  • Enquiries: 021 7871527

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