SANDF Recruitment

The Military Skills Development System (MSDS) programme 2025/2026 is now open for applications.  The MSDS is a two-year voluntary service system with the long-term goal of enhancing the SA National Defence Forces deployment capability. This could be the Army, Navy, Air Force or Military Health Service. Details of this year's programme have been announced.

If you recently matriculated but pursuing a tertiary education is not part of your future plans or perhaps you are not sure which path to pursue, then you might want to consider joining the South African Navy. The MSDS is the easiest way to enter the SA Navy.

The SA Military Health Service forms an integral part of the SA Military and is recruiting now for a range of specialist medical functions as part of the Military Skills Development System. If you want to a career in a medical field this could be the answer for you.

The SANDF are now recruiting for their Military Skills Development System 2025 2026 version, so if you would like to train and learn new skills, while earning and being a part of the country's military, this popular opportunity could be for you.

Becoming a part of the South African Air Force (SAAF) is both a risk and an honour. However, to get the job, applicants have to meet a range of requirements.

The South African Army, which falls under the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Reserves, defends South Africa from external military aggression. If you are considering a career in the South African Army, here is how you can join. 

Application forms to join the Defence Force through the Military Skills Development System are available to members of the public.

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) comprises the armed forces of South Africa. It's object is to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of South Africa and its people.

If you are looking to join the South African National Defence Force which comprises the armed forces of South Africa, then here's how to submit your application. 

Are you looking for a career at SANDF - South African National Defence Force? The Department of Defence employ young, fit and healthy candidates who are Citizens of the Republic of South Africa.