Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake

Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake

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19 Feb 2026

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27 Mar 2026

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1

Position Overview


The South African National Defence Force (SANDF), under the Department of Defence, has officially opened applications for the Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake. This structured two-year military development programme offers foundational military training followed by specialist functional training across the SA Army, SA Air Force, SA Navy, and SA Military Health Service.


In the second year of the programme, members are deployed to active SANDF units where they apply their training, develop leadership qualities, and strengthen operational readiness. This intake represents a structured pathway into the South African defence sector for young, committed citizens seeking disciplined career development.


Application Window: 16 February 2026 – 27 March 2026.

1

Position Overview


The South African National Defence Force (SANDF), under the Department of Defence, has officially opened applications for the Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake. This structured two-year military development programme offers foundational military training followed by specialist functional training across the SA Army, SA Air Force, SA Navy, and SA Military Health Service.


In the second year of the programme, members are deployed to active SANDF units where they apply their training, develop leadership qualities, and strengthen operational readiness. This intake represents a structured pathway into the South African defence sector for young, committed citizens seeking disciplined career development.


Application Window: 16 February 2026 – 27 March 2026.

1

Position Overview


The South African National Defence Force (SANDF), under the Department of Defence, has officially opened applications for the Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake. This structured two-year military development programme offers foundational military training followed by specialist functional training across the SA Army, SA Air Force, SA Navy, and SA Military Health Service.


In the second year of the programme, members are deployed to active SANDF units where they apply their training, develop leadership qualities, and strengthen operational readiness. This intake represents a structured pathway into the South African defence sector for young, committed citizens seeking disciplined career development.


Application Window: 16 February 2026 – 27 March 2026.

1

Position Overview


The South African National Defence Force (SANDF), under the Department of Defence, has officially opened applications for the Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake. This structured two-year military development programme offers foundational military training followed by specialist functional training across the SA Army, SA Air Force, SA Navy, and SA Military Health Service.


In the second year of the programme, members are deployed to active SANDF units where they apply their training, develop leadership qualities, and strengthen operational readiness. This intake represents a structured pathway into the South African defence sector for young, committed citizens seeking disciplined career development.


Application Window: 16 February 2026 – 27 March 2026.

2

Who Should Apply


This opportunity is ideal for:

  • South African citizens with no dual citizenship

  • Applicants aged 18–22 years (Grade 12 holders) or 18–26 years (holders of a three-year tertiary qualification)

  • Individuals who have completed or are completing Grade 12 (Matric)

  • Candidates with an Admission Point Score (APS) of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

  • Those seeking structured military, technical, and leadership development within a nationally recognised programme


Tip: For specialised musterings such as aviation engineering, Mathematics and Physical Science are specifically required. Confirm subject requirements for your preferred service branch before applying.

2

Who Should Apply


This opportunity is ideal for:

  • South African citizens with no dual citizenship

  • Applicants aged 18–22 years (Grade 12 holders) or 18–26 years (holders of a three-year tertiary qualification)

  • Individuals who have completed or are completing Grade 12 (Matric)

  • Candidates with an Admission Point Score (APS) of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

  • Those seeking structured military, technical, and leadership development within a nationally recognised programme


Tip: For specialised musterings such as aviation engineering, Mathematics and Physical Science are specifically required. Confirm subject requirements for your preferred service branch before applying.

2

Who Should Apply


This opportunity is ideal for:

  • South African citizens with no dual citizenship

  • Applicants aged 18–22 years (Grade 12 holders) or 18–26 years (holders of a three-year tertiary qualification)

  • Individuals who have completed or are completing Grade 12 (Matric)

  • Candidates with an Admission Point Score (APS) of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

  • Those seeking structured military, technical, and leadership development within a nationally recognised programme


Tip: For specialised musterings such as aviation engineering, Mathematics and Physical Science are specifically required. Confirm subject requirements for your preferred service branch before applying.

2

Who Should Apply


This opportunity is ideal for:

  • South African citizens with no dual citizenship

  • Applicants aged 18–22 years (Grade 12 holders) or 18–26 years (holders of a three-year tertiary qualification)

  • Individuals who have completed or are completing Grade 12 (Matric)

  • Candidates with an Admission Point Score (APS) of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

  • Those seeking structured military, technical, and leadership development within a nationally recognised programme


Tip: For specialised musterings such as aviation engineering, Mathematics and Physical Science are specifically required. Confirm subject requirements for your preferred service branch before applying.

3

Minimum Requirements


Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • RSA citizenship — no dual citizenship permitted

  • Age 18–22 (Grade 12) or 18–26 (three-year tertiary qualification holders)

  • APS of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

  • No criminal record or pending criminal cases

  • Must comply with medical requirements, including drug testing and psychometric evaluation

  • No visible tattoos when in uniform — verified through body inspection

  • Must pass medical and psychometric evaluations as part of the selection process


Tip: Ensure your Matric certificate clearly reflects your APS-qualifying subjects. The 2025 statement of results is accepted in lieu of a final certificate where applicable.

3

Minimum Requirements


Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • RSA citizenship — no dual citizenship permitted

  • Age 18–22 (Grade 12) or 18–26 (three-year tertiary qualification holders)

  • APS of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

  • No criminal record or pending criminal cases

  • Must comply with medical requirements, including drug testing and psychometric evaluation

  • No visible tattoos when in uniform — verified through body inspection

  • Must pass medical and psychometric evaluations as part of the selection process


Tip: Ensure your Matric certificate clearly reflects your APS-qualifying subjects. The 2025 statement of results is accepted in lieu of a final certificate where applicable.

3

Minimum Requirements


Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • RSA citizenship — no dual citizenship permitted

  • Age 18–22 (Grade 12) or 18–26 (three-year tertiary qualification holders)

  • APS of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

  • No criminal record or pending criminal cases

  • Must comply with medical requirements, including drug testing and psychometric evaluation

  • No visible tattoos when in uniform — verified through body inspection

  • Must pass medical and psychometric evaluations as part of the selection process


Tip: Ensure your Matric certificate clearly reflects your APS-qualifying subjects. The 2025 statement of results is accepted in lieu of a final certificate where applicable.

3

Minimum Requirements


Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • RSA citizenship — no dual citizenship permitted

  • Age 18–22 (Grade 12) or 18–26 (three-year tertiary qualification holders)

  • APS of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

  • No criminal record or pending criminal cases

  • Must comply with medical requirements, including drug testing and psychometric evaluation

  • No visible tattoos when in uniform — verified through body inspection

  • Must pass medical and psychometric evaluations as part of the selection process


Tip: Ensure your Matric certificate clearly reflects your APS-qualifying subjects. The 2025 statement of results is accepted in lieu of a final certificate where applicable.

4

Areas of Exposure


Applicants will develop practical skills in:

  • Basic military discipline, drill, and operational procedures

  • Specialist functional training aligned to their assigned service branch (Army, Air Force, Navy, or Military Health Service)

  • Leadership, teamwork, and command-structure navigation

  • Practical deployment experience within active SANDF operational units

  • Physical conditioning and mental resilience development


Tip: Research each service branch before selecting your preference. Aligning your academic background and personal strengths with the correct branch improves your chances of specialist placement.

4

Areas of Exposure


Applicants will develop practical skills in:

  • Basic military discipline, drill, and operational procedures

  • Specialist functional training aligned to their assigned service branch (Army, Air Force, Navy, or Military Health Service)

  • Leadership, teamwork, and command-structure navigation

  • Practical deployment experience within active SANDF operational units

  • Physical conditioning and mental resilience development


Tip: Research each service branch before selecting your preference. Aligning your academic background and personal strengths with the correct branch improves your chances of specialist placement.

4

Areas of Exposure


Applicants will develop practical skills in:

  • Basic military discipline, drill, and operational procedures

  • Specialist functional training aligned to their assigned service branch (Army, Air Force, Navy, or Military Health Service)

  • Leadership, teamwork, and command-structure navigation

  • Practical deployment experience within active SANDF operational units

  • Physical conditioning and mental resilience development


Tip: Research each service branch before selecting your preference. Aligning your academic background and personal strengths with the correct branch improves your chances of specialist placement.

4

Areas of Exposure


Applicants will develop practical skills in:

  • Basic military discipline, drill, and operational procedures

  • Specialist functional training aligned to their assigned service branch (Army, Air Force, Navy, or Military Health Service)

  • Leadership, teamwork, and command-structure navigation

  • Practical deployment experience within active SANDF operational units

  • Physical conditioning and mental resilience development


Tip: Research each service branch before selecting your preference. Aligning your academic background and personal strengths with the correct branch improves your chances of specialist placement.

5

Key Responsibilities


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Completing all compulsory basic and specialist military training modules

  • Participating in all scheduled assessments, evaluations, and physical fitness requirements

  • Adhering strictly to SANDF conduct, discipline, and uniform standards

  • Deploying to assigned units during the second year as directed by the SANDF

  • Maintaining personal integrity and compliance throughout the full two-year contract


Tip: Discipline and punctuality are evaluated from day one. Approach the programme with the same seriousness as a formal employment contract.

5

Key Responsibilities


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Completing all compulsory basic and specialist military training modules

  • Participating in all scheduled assessments, evaluations, and physical fitness requirements

  • Adhering strictly to SANDF conduct, discipline, and uniform standards

  • Deploying to assigned units during the second year as directed by the SANDF

  • Maintaining personal integrity and compliance throughout the full two-year contract


Tip: Discipline and punctuality are evaluated from day one. Approach the programme with the same seriousness as a formal employment contract.

5

Key Responsibilities


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Completing all compulsory basic and specialist military training modules

  • Participating in all scheduled assessments, evaluations, and physical fitness requirements

  • Adhering strictly to SANDF conduct, discipline, and uniform standards

  • Deploying to assigned units during the second year as directed by the SANDF

  • Maintaining personal integrity and compliance throughout the full two-year contract


Tip: Discipline and punctuality are evaluated from day one. Approach the programme with the same seriousness as a formal employment contract.

5

Key Responsibilities


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Completing all compulsory basic and specialist military training modules

  • Participating in all scheduled assessments, evaluations, and physical fitness requirements

  • Adhering strictly to SANDF conduct, discipline, and uniform standards

  • Deploying to assigned units during the second year as directed by the SANDF

  • Maintaining personal integrity and compliance throughout the full two-year contract


Tip: Discipline and punctuality are evaluated from day one. Approach the programme with the same seriousness as a formal employment contract.

6

Competencies & Skills


The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Physical and mental resilience under structured conditions

  • Strong discipline, accountability, and personal responsibility

  • Ability to collaborate and function effectively within a team

  • Clear verbal and written communication skills

  • Problem-solving capacity within a command-driven environment


Tip: Prior experience in leadership roles, school sports, or community involvement can strengthen your profile during the selection process.

6

Competencies & Skills


The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Physical and mental resilience under structured conditions

  • Strong discipline, accountability, and personal responsibility

  • Ability to collaborate and function effectively within a team

  • Clear verbal and written communication skills

  • Problem-solving capacity within a command-driven environment


Tip: Prior experience in leadership roles, school sports, or community involvement can strengthen your profile during the selection process.

6

Competencies & Skills


The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Physical and mental resilience under structured conditions

  • Strong discipline, accountability, and personal responsibility

  • Ability to collaborate and function effectively within a team

  • Clear verbal and written communication skills

  • Problem-solving capacity within a command-driven environment


Tip: Prior experience in leadership roles, school sports, or community involvement can strengthen your profile during the selection process.

6

Competencies & Skills


The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Physical and mental resilience under structured conditions

  • Strong discipline, accountability, and personal responsibility

  • Ability to collaborate and function effectively within a team

  • Clear verbal and written communication skills

  • Problem-solving capacity within a command-driven environment


Tip: Prior experience in leadership roles, school sports, or community involvement can strengthen your profile during the selection process.

7

What You Will Gain


Professional growth opportunities include:

  • A structured two-year military development contract with the SANDF

  • Accredited specialist training within one of four service branches

  • Practical unit deployment experience that builds applied operational skills

  • Enhanced employability, leadership capability, and professional discipline

  • A competitive foundation for a long-term career in the South African defence sector or related fields


Tip: Retain certified copies of all training records and qualifications earned during the programme. These will be valuable for future civilian or military career applications.

7

What You Will Gain


Professional growth opportunities include:

  • A structured two-year military development contract with the SANDF

  • Accredited specialist training within one of four service branches

  • Practical unit deployment experience that builds applied operational skills

  • Enhanced employability, leadership capability, and professional discipline

  • A competitive foundation for a long-term career in the South African defence sector or related fields


Tip: Retain certified copies of all training records and qualifications earned during the programme. These will be valuable for future civilian or military career applications.

7

What You Will Gain


Professional growth opportunities include:

  • A structured two-year military development contract with the SANDF

  • Accredited specialist training within one of four service branches

  • Practical unit deployment experience that builds applied operational skills

  • Enhanced employability, leadership capability, and professional discipline

  • A competitive foundation for a long-term career in the South African defence sector or related fields


Tip: Retain certified copies of all training records and qualifications earned during the programme. These will be valuable for future civilian or military career applications.

7

What You Will Gain


Professional growth opportunities include:

  • A structured two-year military development contract with the SANDF

  • Accredited specialist training within one of four service branches

  • Practical unit deployment experience that builds applied operational skills

  • Enhanced employability, leadership capability, and professional discipline

  • A competitive foundation for a long-term career in the South African defence sector or related fields


Tip: Retain certified copies of all training records and qualifications earned during the programme. These will be valuable for future civilian or military career applications.

8

Employment Equity


SANDF recruitment is conducted in alignment with national employment equity policies and public sector transformation frameworks. Selection processes may reflect equity considerations as applicable. All demographic information requested on the application form is for statistical purposes only.


Tip: Complete all demographic fields on the application form accurately and honestly. This information is used for national planning and does not negatively affect your individual application.

8

Employment Equity


SANDF recruitment is conducted in alignment with national employment equity policies and public sector transformation frameworks. Selection processes may reflect equity considerations as applicable. All demographic information requested on the application form is for statistical purposes only.


Tip: Complete all demographic fields on the application form accurately and honestly. This information is used for national planning and does not negatively affect your individual application.

8

Employment Equity


SANDF recruitment is conducted in alignment with national employment equity policies and public sector transformation frameworks. Selection processes may reflect equity considerations as applicable. All demographic information requested on the application form is for statistical purposes only.


Tip: Complete all demographic fields on the application form accurately and honestly. This information is used for national planning and does not negatively affect your individual application.

8

Employment Equity


SANDF recruitment is conducted in alignment with national employment equity policies and public sector transformation frameworks. Selection processes may reflect equity considerations as applicable. All demographic information requested on the application form is for statistical purposes only.


Tip: Complete all demographic fields on the application form accurately and honestly. This information is used for national planning and does not negatively affect your individual application.

9

Application Process


How to Apply:

  • Obtain the official MSDS 2027 application form (this form is NOT FOR SALE)

  • Complete all biographical information and the declaration section in full

  • Attach all required supporting documents to your completed form

  • Hand-deliver to your nearest SANDF Regional Recruitment Office, OR

  • Submit via post to: Department of Defence, Human Resource Division, Chief Directorate HR Management (Directorate HR Acquisition), e.g Private Bag X976, Pretoria, 0001

  • Submit before the closing date of 27 March 2026


Tip: Hand delivery to your nearest regional office is recommended to ensure receipt. Keep a copy of your completed application for your own records.

9

Application Process


How to Apply:

  • Obtain the official MSDS 2027 application form (this form is NOT FOR SALE)

  • Complete all biographical information and the declaration section in full

  • Attach all required supporting documents to your completed form

  • Hand-deliver to your nearest SANDF Regional Recruitment Office, OR

  • Submit via post to: Department of Defence, Human Resource Division, Chief Directorate HR Management (Directorate HR Acquisition), e.g Private Bag X976, Pretoria, 0001

  • Submit before the closing date of 27 March 2026


Tip: Hand delivery to your nearest regional office is recommended to ensure receipt. Keep a copy of your completed application for your own records.

9

Application Process


How to Apply:

  • Obtain the official MSDS 2027 application form (this form is NOT FOR SALE)

  • Complete all biographical information and the declaration section in full

  • Attach all required supporting documents to your completed form

  • Hand-deliver to your nearest SANDF Regional Recruitment Office, OR

  • Submit via post to: Department of Defence, Human Resource Division, Chief Directorate HR Management (Directorate HR Acquisition), e.g Private Bag X976, Pretoria, 0001

  • Submit before the closing date of 27 March 2026


Tip: Hand delivery to your nearest regional office is recommended to ensure receipt. Keep a copy of your completed application for your own records.

9

Application Process


How to Apply:

  • Obtain the official MSDS 2027 application form (this form is NOT FOR SALE)

  • Complete all biographical information and the declaration section in full

  • Attach all required supporting documents to your completed form

  • Hand-deliver to your nearest SANDF Regional Recruitment Office, OR

  • Submit via post to: Department of Defence, Human Resource Division, Chief Directorate HR Management (Directorate HR Acquisition), e.g Private Bag X976, Pretoria, 0001

  • Submit before the closing date of 27 March 2026


Tip: Hand delivery to your nearest regional office is recommended to ensure receipt. Keep a copy of your completed application for your own records.

10

Required Documents


  • Completed and signed MSDS 2027 application form

  • Updated CV

  • Certified copy of South African ID document

  • Certified copy of Matric Certificate (2025 statement of results accepted)

  • Certified copies of tertiary qualifications, if applicable


Tip: Only attach the documents listed above. Unsolicited or excessive documentation may cause processing delays. Ensure all certifications are current and legible.

10

Required Documents


  • Completed and signed MSDS 2027 application form

  • Updated CV

  • Certified copy of South African ID document

  • Certified copy of Matric Certificate (2025 statement of results accepted)

  • Certified copies of tertiary qualifications, if applicable


Tip: Only attach the documents listed above. Unsolicited or excessive documentation may cause processing delays. Ensure all certifications are current and legible.

10

Required Documents


  • Completed and signed MSDS 2027 application form

  • Updated CV

  • Certified copy of South African ID document

  • Certified copy of Matric Certificate (2025 statement of results accepted)

  • Certified copies of tertiary qualifications, if applicable


Tip: Only attach the documents listed above. Unsolicited or excessive documentation may cause processing delays. Ensure all certifications are current and legible.

10

Required Documents


  • Completed and signed MSDS 2027 application form

  • Updated CV

  • Certified copy of South African ID document

  • Certified copy of Matric Certificate (2025 statement of results accepted)

  • Certified copies of tertiary qualifications, if applicable


Tip: Only attach the documents listed above. Unsolicited or excessive documentation may cause processing delays. Ensure all certifications are current and legible.

11

Quick Eligibility Checklist


✔ RSA citizen — no dual citizenship

✔ Age within the required range (18–22 for Matric / 18–26 for graduates)

✔ APS of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

✔ No criminal record or pending cases

✔ No visible tattoos (when in uniform)

✔ Medically and psychometrically fit to undergo evaluation

✔ All required documents certified and ready for submission


Tip: Go through this checklist before sealing your application envelope. A single missing document can result in disqualification.

11

Quick Eligibility Checklist


✔ RSA citizen — no dual citizenship

✔ Age within the required range (18–22 for Matric / 18–26 for graduates)

✔ APS of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

✔ No criminal record or pending cases

✔ No visible tattoos (when in uniform)

✔ Medically and psychometrically fit to undergo evaluation

✔ All required documents certified and ready for submission


Tip: Go through this checklist before sealing your application envelope. A single missing document can result in disqualification.

11

Quick Eligibility Checklist


✔ RSA citizen — no dual citizenship

✔ Age within the required range (18–22 for Matric / 18–26 for graduates)

✔ APS of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

✔ No criminal record or pending cases

✔ No visible tattoos (when in uniform)

✔ Medically and psychometrically fit to undergo evaluation

✔ All required documents certified and ready for submission


Tip: Go through this checklist before sealing your application envelope. A single missing document can result in disqualification.

11

Quick Eligibility Checklist


✔ RSA citizen — no dual citizenship

✔ Age within the required range (18–22 for Matric / 18–26 for graduates)

✔ APS of 18 or above, excluding Life Orientation

✔ No criminal record or pending cases

✔ No visible tattoos (when in uniform)

✔ Medically and psychometrically fit to undergo evaluation

✔ All required documents certified and ready for submission


Tip: Go through this checklist before sealing your application envelope. A single missing document can result in disqualification.

12

Regional Recruitment Offices


/// Submission Points ///


Applications may be hand-delivered to the following official SANDF regional offices:

  • Free State

    • Army Support Base Bloemfontein Recruitment Office, Pappa Brits Street, Tempe, Bloemfontein, 9300 | Enquiries: 051 402 1262


  • Western Cape

    • Castle of Good Hope Recruitment Office, Block C, C/O Buitenkant and Darling Street (Opposite Parade Ground), Cape Town, 8000 | Enquiries: 021 787 1023/1024


  • Limpopo

    • Army Support Recruitment Office Building, 145 Gate Way Road (Next to Polokwane Airport), Polokwane, 0700 | Enquiries: 015 299 3318


  • KwaZulu-Natal

    • Recruitment Office, Lords Ground Military Base, 186 Old Ford Road (K.E. Masinga Road), Durban, 4000 | Enquiries: 031 451 1722/1704


  • Eastern Cape

    • Army Support Base Recruitment Office, Willow Drive, Forest Hill, Port Elizabeth, 6013 OR ASBEC, de Beer Street, Forest Hill, Gqeberha, 6001 | Enquiries: 041 505 1101/1268


  • Northern Cape

    • Army Support Base Recruitment Office, General Khan Van Der Supy Drive, Diskobolos, Kimberley, 8301 | Enquiries: 053 530 3204


  • North West

    • Army Support Base Recruitment, C/O Grobler Street (R53) and Eleazer Road, Potchefstroom, 2531 | Enquiries: 018 289 3322


  • Gauteng

    • Recruitment Office, C/O 218 Visagie and Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria Central, 0001 | Enquiries: 012 339 5718/5703


  • Mpumalanga

    • Army Support Base, 8 Spruit Street, Mbombela, 1201 | Enquiries: 013 756 2113/2181 OR 4 South African Battalion, C/O Dr Beyers Naude and Boncker Street, Middelburg, Mpumalanga, 1050 | Enquiries: 013 249 3534


Tip: Contact your nearest regional office directly to confirm operating hours and any additional local submission requirements before visiting.

12

Regional Recruitment Offices


/// Submission Points ///


Applications may be hand-delivered to the following official SANDF regional offices:

  • Free State

    • Army Support Base Bloemfontein Recruitment Office, Pappa Brits Street, Tempe, Bloemfontein, 9300 | Enquiries: 051 402 1262


  • Western Cape

    • Castle of Good Hope Recruitment Office, Block C, C/O Buitenkant and Darling Street (Opposite Parade Ground), Cape Town, 8000 | Enquiries: 021 787 1023/1024


  • Limpopo

    • Army Support Recruitment Office Building, 145 Gate Way Road (Next to Polokwane Airport), Polokwane, 0700 | Enquiries: 015 299 3318


  • KwaZulu-Natal

    • Recruitment Office, Lords Ground Military Base, 186 Old Ford Road (K.E. Masinga Road), Durban, 4000 | Enquiries: 031 451 1722/1704


  • Eastern Cape

    • Army Support Base Recruitment Office, Willow Drive, Forest Hill, Port Elizabeth, 6013 OR ASBEC, de Beer Street, Forest Hill, Gqeberha, 6001 | Enquiries: 041 505 1101/1268


  • Northern Cape

    • Army Support Base Recruitment Office, General Khan Van Der Supy Drive, Diskobolos, Kimberley, 8301 | Enquiries: 053 530 3204


  • North West

    • Army Support Base Recruitment, C/O Grobler Street (R53) and Eleazer Road, Potchefstroom, 2531 | Enquiries: 018 289 3322


  • Gauteng

    • Recruitment Office, C/O 218 Visagie and Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria Central, 0001 | Enquiries: 012 339 5718/5703


  • Mpumalanga

    • Army Support Base, 8 Spruit Street, Mbombela, 1201 | Enquiries: 013 756 2113/2181 OR 4 South African Battalion, C/O Dr Beyers Naude and Boncker Street, Middelburg, Mpumalanga, 1050 | Enquiries: 013 249 3534


Tip: Contact your nearest regional office directly to confirm operating hours and any additional local submission requirements before visiting.

12

Regional Recruitment Offices


/// Submission Points ///


Applications may be hand-delivered to the following official SANDF regional offices:

  • Free State

    • Army Support Base Bloemfontein Recruitment Office, Pappa Brits Street, Tempe, Bloemfontein, 9300 | Enquiries: 051 402 1262


  • Western Cape

    • Castle of Good Hope Recruitment Office, Block C, C/O Buitenkant and Darling Street (Opposite Parade Ground), Cape Town, 8000 | Enquiries: 021 787 1023/1024


  • Limpopo

    • Army Support Recruitment Office Building, 145 Gate Way Road (Next to Polokwane Airport), Polokwane, 0700 | Enquiries: 015 299 3318


  • KwaZulu-Natal

    • Recruitment Office, Lords Ground Military Base, 186 Old Ford Road (K.E. Masinga Road), Durban, 4000 | Enquiries: 031 451 1722/1704


  • Eastern Cape

    • Army Support Base Recruitment Office, Willow Drive, Forest Hill, Port Elizabeth, 6013 OR ASBEC, de Beer Street, Forest Hill, Gqeberha, 6001 | Enquiries: 041 505 1101/1268


  • Northern Cape

    • Army Support Base Recruitment Office, General Khan Van Der Supy Drive, Diskobolos, Kimberley, 8301 | Enquiries: 053 530 3204


  • North West

    • Army Support Base Recruitment, C/O Grobler Street (R53) and Eleazer Road, Potchefstroom, 2531 | Enquiries: 018 289 3322


  • Gauteng

    • Recruitment Office, C/O 218 Visagie and Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria Central, 0001 | Enquiries: 012 339 5718/5703


  • Mpumalanga

    • Army Support Base, 8 Spruit Street, Mbombela, 1201 | Enquiries: 013 756 2113/2181 OR 4 South African Battalion, C/O Dr Beyers Naude and Boncker Street, Middelburg, Mpumalanga, 1050 | Enquiries: 013 249 3534


Tip: Contact your nearest regional office directly to confirm operating hours and any additional local submission requirements before visiting.

12

Regional Recruitment Offices


/// Submission Points ///


Applications may be hand-delivered to the following official SANDF regional offices:

  • Free State

    • Army Support Base Bloemfontein Recruitment Office, Pappa Brits Street, Tempe, Bloemfontein, 9300 | Enquiries: 051 402 1262


  • Western Cape

    • Castle of Good Hope Recruitment Office, Block C, C/O Buitenkant and Darling Street (Opposite Parade Ground), Cape Town, 8000 | Enquiries: 021 787 1023/1024


  • Limpopo

    • Army Support Recruitment Office Building, 145 Gate Way Road (Next to Polokwane Airport), Polokwane, 0700 | Enquiries: 015 299 3318


  • KwaZulu-Natal

    • Recruitment Office, Lords Ground Military Base, 186 Old Ford Road (K.E. Masinga Road), Durban, 4000 | Enquiries: 031 451 1722/1704


  • Eastern Cape

    • Army Support Base Recruitment Office, Willow Drive, Forest Hill, Port Elizabeth, 6013 OR ASBEC, de Beer Street, Forest Hill, Gqeberha, 6001 | Enquiries: 041 505 1101/1268


  • Northern Cape

    • Army Support Base Recruitment Office, General Khan Van Der Supy Drive, Diskobolos, Kimberley, 8301 | Enquiries: 053 530 3204


  • North West

    • Army Support Base Recruitment, C/O Grobler Street (R53) and Eleazer Road, Potchefstroom, 2531 | Enquiries: 018 289 3322


  • Gauteng

    • Recruitment Office, C/O 218 Visagie and Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria Central, 0001 | Enquiries: 012 339 5718/5703


  • Mpumalanga

    • Army Support Base, 8 Spruit Street, Mbombela, 1201 | Enquiries: 013 756 2113/2181 OR 4 South African Battalion, C/O Dr Beyers Naude and Boncker Street, Middelburg, Mpumalanga, 1050 | Enquiries: 013 249 3534


Tip: Contact your nearest regional office directly to confirm operating hours and any additional local submission requirements before visiting.

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Important Notes


  • If you have not been contacted by 31 December 2027, kindly consider your application unsuccessful

  • The SANDF reserves the right not to make any appointment

  • All shortlisted applicants will be subjected to medical, psychometric, drug testing, and integrity assessments

  • Late applications submitted after 27 March 2026 will not be considered

  • The MSDS application form is NOT FOR SALE — do not pay anyone for this document


Tip: Submit your application as early as possible. Early submission reduces the risk of administrative errors and allows time to correct any issues before the closing date.

13

Important Notes


  • If you have not been contacted by 31 December 2027, kindly consider your application unsuccessful

  • The SANDF reserves the right not to make any appointment

  • All shortlisted applicants will be subjected to medical, psychometric, drug testing, and integrity assessments

  • Late applications submitted after 27 March 2026 will not be considered

  • The MSDS application form is NOT FOR SALE — do not pay anyone for this document


Tip: Submit your application as early as possible. Early submission reduces the risk of administrative errors and allows time to correct any issues before the closing date.

13

Important Notes


  • If you have not been contacted by 31 December 2027, kindly consider your application unsuccessful

  • The SANDF reserves the right not to make any appointment

  • All shortlisted applicants will be subjected to medical, psychometric, drug testing, and integrity assessments

  • Late applications submitted after 27 March 2026 will not be considered

  • The MSDS application form is NOT FOR SALE — do not pay anyone for this document


Tip: Submit your application as early as possible. Early submission reduces the risk of administrative errors and allows time to correct any issues before the closing date.

13

Important Notes


  • If you have not been contacted by 31 December 2027, kindly consider your application unsuccessful

  • The SANDF reserves the right not to make any appointment

  • All shortlisted applicants will be subjected to medical, psychometric, drug testing, and integrity assessments

  • Late applications submitted after 27 March 2026 will not be considered

  • The MSDS application form is NOT FOR SALE — do not pay anyone for this document


Tip: Submit your application as early as possible. Early submission reduces the risk of administrative errors and allows time to correct any issues before the closing date.

i

Disclaimer


This article is based on the official SANDF Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake application form and publicly available recruitment announcements issued by the Department of Defence. All details, including eligibility requirements, submission addresses, and closing dates, are subject to change at the SANDF's discretion.


Applicants are strongly advised to verify all information directly through official SANDF recruitment offices or the Department of Defence. The content provided here is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

i

Disclaimer


This article is based on the official SANDF Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake application form and publicly available recruitment announcements issued by the Department of Defence. All details, including eligibility requirements, submission addresses, and closing dates, are subject to change at the SANDF's discretion.


Applicants are strongly advised to verify all information directly through official SANDF recruitment offices or the Department of Defence. The content provided here is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

i

Disclaimer


This article is based on the official SANDF Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake application form and publicly available recruitment announcements issued by the Department of Defence. All details, including eligibility requirements, submission addresses, and closing dates, are subject to change at the SANDF's discretion.


Applicants are strongly advised to verify all information directly through official SANDF recruitment offices or the Department of Defence. The content provided here is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

i

Disclaimer


This article is based on the official SANDF Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake application form and publicly available recruitment announcements issued by the Department of Defence. All details, including eligibility requirements, submission addresses, and closing dates, are subject to change at the SANDF's discretion.


Applicants are strongly advised to verify all information directly through official SANDF recruitment offices or the Department of Defence. The content provided here is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

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