Preparing for National Service
If you're a male Singapore citizen or permanent resident who's required to serve National Service (NS), here's what you should know.
Things to note
Important information to prepare for National Service (NS).
About National Service (NS)
Understand your responsibilities as a citizen or permanent resident.
Useful information
Learn about the requirements and preparations as part of your NS journey.
Exit Permit (EP) and bond for pre-enlistees
Find out what you need to do to remain overseas for 3 months or longer after you turn 13 years old.
Medical screening for pre-enlistees
What to bring, what the screening includes, and what happens next.
Medical reviews
If you were given PES D, learn more about the medical review process and documents required.
Pre-enlistee IPPT and NS duration
Learn more about pre-enlistee IPPT and potential 8-week reduction in your NS duration.
Enlisting before 18 years old
With your parent’s consent, you can apply for the Voluntary Early Enlistment Scheme (VEES).
Learning opportunities during NS
Discover the different avenues available for you to continue learning while serving NS.
Preparing for NS
What you need to know about NS, and how you can better prepare for it.
Hear from other NSFs
Learn from the experiences of other full-time national servicemen (NSF).
