Namibian Army Recruitment 2025, NDF Application Form

RECRUITMENT: The Namibian Defence Force (NDF) plans to recruit X1500 new members through the NDF Recruitment Planning Committee in March 2025. This was revealed by the Recruitment Officer in the Kavango East Region Lieutenant Colonel Dennis Kamwi who paid a courtesy call on the Governor of the region Bonny Wakudumo on Friday. 3000 cadets will be shortlisted while only 1500 will make the final cut. Application forms will be submitted starting from 01 November to 15 November 2024.

Namibian Army Recruitment 2025: NDF Application Form

There are various processes involved in applying to the Namibian Army, as well as fulfilling prerequisites. Here is a thorough how-to guide for applying:

Verify Eligibility Criteria:

Age: Usually in the range of 18 to 25 years old.
Nationality: A citizen of Namibia is required.
Education: at least a high school graduation or its equivalent. Extra credentials may be advantageous.
Health: You need to be in good physical and medical shape.
Criminal History: One shouldn’t have any prior offenses.

Namibia Government PSM Circular No A of 2025

• Obtain the application form here.

Application forms are accessible from Namibian Army recruitment offices or, if they are available, can be downloaded from the Ministry of Defense’s official website.

• Fill out the application.

Enter your personal information accurately in the application form.
Include all necessary paperwork, including certified copies of your identification, diplomas from your schools, and a certificate of medical fitness.

• Send in the application:

Send the filled-out application form along with the necessary paperwork to the stated recruitment office or as directed by the job posting.

• Get Ready for the Selection Procedure:

A written exam, a physical fitness test, a medical examination, and an interview are typically part of the selection process. Make sure you are well-prepared for every step.

• Written Assessment:

Those who make the short list will be asked to take a written exam that assesses general knowledge, basic literacy, and numeracy.

1. Exam for Physical Fitness:After passing the written exam, candidates must pass a physical fitness test. Running, push-ups, sit-ups, and other exercises to measure physical stamina and strength are commonly included in this.
2. Medical Assessment:After passing the physical fitness test, candidates will go through a comprehensive medical check to make sure they are in good health and shape.
3. Conversation:Those who pass the medical exam will receive an invitation to an interview. This phase evaluates the applicant’s readiness for military duty, motivation, and comprehension of military responsibilities.
4. Background Verification:To make sure candidates have no criminal history or other difficulties that might prevent them from serving, a background check is done.
5. Final Choice:A list of qualified candidates is created for the ultimate selection process. Notified of their selection, the chosen receive instructions on what to do next.
6. Fundamental Military Education:Candidates that make the cut will go through basic military training, where they will learn military discipline, tactics, physical conditioning, and other critical abilities.
7. Orientation to the Army:Candidates are formally admitted into the Namibian Army and assigned to their relevant regiments upon successful completion of basic training.It is recommended to visit the Ministry of Defense’s official website or get in touch with the Namibian Army recruitment office directly for the most up-to-date and comprehensive information.