The Philippine Army is the main, oldest and largest branch of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, responsible for ground warfare and as of 2023 had an estimated strength of 101,000 soldiers backed by 100,000 ready reserves. The service branch was established on December 21, 1935, as the Philippine Commonwealth Army
Philippine Army Recruitment 2023
The Philippine Army Recruitment Office is now accepting aspiring soldiers via online registration under the “new normal” regime.
The Philippine Army or Hukbong Katihan ng Pilipinas is one of the branches of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) accountable for ground welfare.
Now, are you sick and tired listening to the people or public figure saying that they want to serve the country but end up rallying on the street against the government?
If you want to serve your country (heartily), then join the Philippine Army.
An aspiring applicant can apply for the following courses according to their qualifications:
For Candidate Soldier Course
Qualification:
– Natural Born Filipino Citizen
– 21 to 27 years old at the start of training
– At least 5’ft in height, both male and female
– Physically and mentally fit
– 72 units in College
– If High School graduate, must possess a certified skill needed in the military service (TESDA certificate NCII) or K-12 graduate
– No pending case in court
– Single without child
Documentary Requirements:
– Highest educational diploma
– Transcript of Record (TOR) or Form 137/138
– NSO/PSA-issued birth certificate
– Any valid government ID
– 2×2 picture
For Officer Candidate Course (OCC)
Officer Candidates that will undergo the Officer Candidate Course (OCC) must possess the following qualifications:
– Natural Born Filipino Citizen
– 21 to 29 years old on the start of training (no age waiver)
– Baccalaureate degree holder
– At least 5 ft in height, both male and female
– Physically and mentally fit
– Single without child
– No pending case in court
NOTE: New age requirement for Officer Candidate Course (OCC) is 20 years old to not a day older than 25 years old and for Candidate Soldier Course (CSC) is still the same at 18 years old to not a day older than 26 years old upon admission.
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Documentary Requirements:
– College Diploma
– Transcript of Record (TOR)
– Curriculum Vitae (for civilian applicants)
– Summary of Information (for military applicants)
– Any valid government ID
– NSO/PSA-issued birth certificate
– 2×2 picture
For Officer Preparatory Course
Officer Candidates that will undergo the Officer Preparatory Course (OPC) must possess the following qualifications:
– 21 to 31 years old on the date of Call-to-Active Duty
– Commissioned in the Reserve Force as Second Lieutenant
– At least 5 ft in height, both male and female
– Physically and mentally fit
– No pending case in court
Documentary Requirements:
– College Diploma
– Transcript of Record (TOR)
– Curriculum Vitae (for civilian applicants)
– Summary of Information (for military applicants)
– 2×2 picture
– Any valid government ID
– NSO/PSA-issued birth certificate
How to Apply?
Aspiring applicants must fill out the ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM. After successful registration, wait for the Text Message/SMS of your SCHEDULED DATE before going to the respective office.
Once your schedule has been confirmed, you may proceed to the assigned Army Recruitment Office.
Only those scheduled for the day will be entertained.
Online Registration is open starting TODAY via this link: ARMY ONLINE REGISTRATION
Bring the necessary requirements, such as
- Transcript of Records (TOR)/Form 137-A
- PSA-Issued Birth Certificate
- Medical Certificate from Municipal / City Health Office stating that you are COVID-FREE/Fit to travel.
- Pencil
- Valid ID
- Face mask
- Face shield
- Disinfectant/alcohol
The screening begins at 7 AM and the examination begins at 8 AM.
Strictly no walk-ins. No mask, no entry policy, no exam is strictly enforced.
Pay and Benefits
Candidate Soldier – P33, 327.00
Private (Enlisted Personnel) – P37, 038.00
Officer Candidate – P41, 696.00
2LT (Call to Active Duty) – P49, 906.00
For Luzon: Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City
Landline: (02) 845-9555 local 6843
Mobile: 09219785548
For Visayas: Lapu-Lapu, Cebu City
Landline: (032) 231-5157
Mobile: 09263562604
For Mindanao: Camp Evangelista, Cagayan de Oro City
Landline: (088) 850-5279
Mobile: 09177121222
So what are you waiting for? APPLY NOW! and serve our country.
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