South African Army Application Forms

Access your South African Army Application Forms 2024 online. Obtain your application requirements, qualifications criteria, and the application process using the admission forms in this article.

Application Requirements 2024

Here are the requirements you need to access the South African Army application forms

• You must be a South African citizen without dual citizenship
• For enlisted applicants, ages 18 to 22; for officer applicants, ages 18 to 26
• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent with minimum Level 4 in English and Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
• No criminal record or pending cases
• Good health and eyesight
• Willingness to undergo military training and serve in the SANDF for at least five years

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South African Army Application Process 2024/2025

Below is your online application process 

1. Obtain the Form: Download it from the SANDF website or collect it at a local recruitment office
2. Complete the Form: Fill in your details, education, work, and references, and attach certified ID and matric copies. Use formal language
3. Submit: Deliver the form to the nearest SANDF office or mail it as indicated. Keep copies for your records
4. Selection Process: If shortlisted, expect tests, interviews, and checks; duration varies based on vacancies
5. Contract Offer: Upon success, receive an officer or soldier contract. Training content and duration depend on your role
6. Deployment: After training, fulfill your duties in a South African Army unit

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SANDF Recruitment Qualifications Criteria

Here are the qualification criteria for applying to the South African Forces

General Musterings

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 17 or higher, excluding Life Orientation (LO), with specific subjects and levels as specified for each occupation.

Army

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 17 or higher, excluding Life Orientation (LO).
• Level 4 in Mathematics and Physical Science will be advantageous.

Air Force

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 17 or higher, excluding Life Orientation (LO).
• Mathematics, Physical Science, and English with a minimum level of 4.

Air Force (Technical Trade)

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 20 or higher, excluding Life Orientation (LO).
• Mathematics, Physical Science, and English with at least level 4.

Navy (Combat, Technical Engineering)

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 24 or higher, excluding Life Orientation (LO).
• Mathematics and Physical Science with at least level 4 for both subjects (No Mathematical Literacy).

Navy (Support)

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 24 or higher, excluding Life Orientation (LO), with specific subjects and levels as stipulated for each occupation.

SA Navy (Divers and Submariners)

Divers:

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 20 or higher, excluding Life Orientation (LO).
• Mathematics with at least level 3 (No Mathematical Literacy).

Submariners:

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 24 or higher, excluding Life Orientation (LO).
• Mathematics and Physical Science with at least level 4 for both subjects (No Mathematical Literacy).

Navy (Engineering)

• Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering.

Air Force (Engineer)

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 35 or higher, excluding Life Orientation (LO).
• Mathematics, Physical Science, and English with at least level 4.

 Air Force (Pilots/Navigators):

• Mathematics, Physical Science, and English with a minimum level of 4.
• Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) and Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science, and English with a minimum level of 4.

SA Air Force (Engineers)

• Industrial Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Aeronautical Engineering.

SA Military Health Service

• Admission Point Score (APS) of 24, excluding Life Orientation (LO), for all available occupations, with specific subjects and levels as stipulated for each medical/nursing occupation.
• Occupations include Public Relations, Journalism, Organisational Study, and Medical/Nursing roles.