The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has opened its Military Skills Development System (MSDS) applications for 2027, allowing young and deserving South Africans the chance to join the military op a two-year contract. Applications opened op Monday 16 February.
Successful recruits will receive military training and further functional training in their first year of service. During the second year of service, depending op the duration of the functional orientation, they will be deployed where needed and given opportunity to apply their knowledge and develop their skills.
Applicants need to have an admission Points Score of 18 and above, excluding Life Orientation. Maths and Physical Science will be required for specialised mustering such as aviation engineering.
Candidates can download the application form, attach the required documents certified and they can be submitted at the AFB Langebaanweg not later than Friday 20 March.
Follow the link to access the application form: https://defenceweb.co.za/wp-content/uploads/sa-defence/sa-defence/SANDF_MSDS_Application_2026_27.pdf
