Applications Open for the Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake
Applications Open for the Military Skills Development System (MSDS) 2027 Intake. The 2026 Military Skills Development System (MSDS) application form for the 2027 intake is now available.
Background
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) offers a Military Skills Development (MSD) program on a two-year contract. During the first year of service, recruits undergo initial military training followed by specialized functional training within their respective Services. In the second year, depending on the
requirements of their specific mustering, members are deployed to various Units where they are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge, develop leadership qualities, and enhance their practical skills in a professional environment.
Requirements:
- RSA Citizen (No dual citizenship).
- 18 – 22 years of age (Grade 12)
- 18 – 26 years of age when reporting. (3 years Tertiary Qualification)
- Admission Point Score (APS) 18 and above, excluding Life Orientation (LO). (Maths & Physical Science will be required for specialized musterings ie. Aviation engineering etc)
- Have no criminal record or pending cases.
- Comply with medical requirements. (Applicants will be subjected to drug testing, psychometric and medical evaluation)
- No Visible tattoos (when in uniform), verification through body inspection.
How to Apply
Attach your CV and Copies of: ID, Matric Certificate (only statement of results for 2025 will be accepted) and Tertiary Qualifications with the application form.
Hand deliver your application to the nearest recruitment centre or via post to:
Department of Defence, Human Resource Division
Chief Directorate HR Management
(Directorate HR Acquisition)
Private Bag X976
Pretoria
0001
Closing Date: 27th March 2026.
If you have not been contacted by 31 December 2027, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.
Click HERE for the Application Form
