South African Navy Training Programme 2026 (Learnership)
Learnership
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Application Deadline: 28 March 2025
Location: South Africa
Learnership
The South African Navy (SAN) is inviting applications for its 2026 Military Skills Development System (MSDS) Training Programme. This initiative provides young South Africans with a chance to serve their country in uniform under a two-year contract.
During the first year, recruits will undergo comprehensive military training along with specialized functional training. The second year will involve deployment to various units where participants will gain hands-on experience, apply their acquired skills, and further develop their capabilities.
Eligibility Criteria
Learnership
To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:
• South African citizenship (no dual nationality).
• Age requirement:
• 18 to 22 years old with a completed Grade 12 qualification.
• 18 to 26 years old if in possession of a Tertiary Qualification (minimum 3-year qualification) or N6 certificate.
• Minimum APS Score: 18 (excluding Life Orientation).
• No criminal record or pending legal cases.
• Medically fit according to military standards.
• No visible tattoos on the face, neck, lower arms, or legs.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
• Certified copies of:
• South African ID
• Matric certificate (2024 statement of results will be accepted)
• Tertiary qualifications (if applicable)
• Updated CV
• Proof of residence or a letter from a Village Chief
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Application Process
Interested candidates can submit their applications by:
• Hand-delivering them to the nearest recruitment centre.
• Posting them to:
SA Navy Recruitment Centre
Department of Defence
Private Bag X104
Pretoria, 0001
Important Information
• Closing date: 28 March 2025.
• If you do not receive a response by 31 December 2025, consider your application unsuccessful.
For more details and to access the official application form, visit the South African Navy’s recruitment page.
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