The Philippine Army calls on all aspiring soldiers and leaders to participate in its 2025 nationwide recruitment drive.
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With opportunities available across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, this is your chance to serve the country, protect the nation, and build a meaningful career.
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Whether you’re applying for the Candidate Soldier Course (CSC) or the Officer Candidate Course (OCC), recruitment exams are being held nationwide to find the next generation of military leaders.
You can also check out these Facebook pages for online registration:
Luzon Recruitment Schedule: Pre-entry Examinations
Pampanga Schedule:
Venue: Don Honorio Ventura State University, Villa de Bacolor, Pampanga
- 18 August 2024: AFPSAT for OCC
- 19 August 2024: AQE & SWE
- 20 August 2024: AFPSAT for CSC
Contact:
- OCC Recruitment NCO: Sgt Wenceslao
- CSC Recruitment NCO: Cpl Cabarios
- Contact Number: 0948-802-2057 | 0948-802-2057
Cabanatuan City Schedule:
Venue: Manuel V. Gallego Foundation Colleges, Inc., Zulueta Street, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija
- 22 August 2024: AFPSAT for OCC
- 23-24 August 2024: AQE & SWE
- 25 August 2024: AFPSAT for CSC
Contact:
- OCC Recruitment NCO: Cpl Cabarios
- CSC Recruitment NCO: Sgt Aleganad
- Contact Numbers: 0948-802-2057 | 0909-548-7912
Tarlac Schedule:
Venue: Tarlac State University-Lucinda Campus, Brgy. Lucinda, Tarlac City
- 27 August 2024: AFPSAT for OCC
- 28-29 August 2024: AQE & SWE
- 30 August 2024: AFPSAT for CSC
Contact:
- OCC & CSC Recruitment NCO: Cpl Cabarios
- Contact Number: 0948 802 2057
Visayas Recruitment Schedule: Pre-entry Examinations
The Army Recruitment Office Visayas is holding fixed testing exams at Headquarters Visayas Command, AFP, Camp Lapu-Lapu, Barangay Apas, Cebu City for both Officer Candidate Course (OCC) and Candidate Soldier Course (CSC) applicants.
Visayas Schedule:
- For Officer Candidate Course (OCC):
Exams will be held every Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday for AFPSAT, AQE, and SWE. - For Candidate Soldier Course (CSC):
Exams will be held every Wednesday and Thursday for AFPSAT.
Requirements for Visayas Applicants:
- Diploma (Senior High School/College)
- Form 10/Transcript of Records
- PSA-issued Birth Certificate
- Any government-issued ID (Original Copy)
Contact: ARO-Visayas Hotline at 0917-103-8850
Mindanao Recruitment Schedule: Pre-entry Examinations
Attention future leaders in the BASILAN, ZAMBOANGA CITY, and ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY areas!
The Army Recruitment Office Mindanao will conduct pre-entry examinations for qualified applicants for both the Officer Candidate Course (OCC) and Candidate Soldier Course (CSC) at the following venues and dates:
Basilan Schedule:
Venue: Hardam Furigay College Foundation, Lamitan City, Basilan
- 01 October 2024: AFPSAT for OCC
- 02 October 2024: AQE & SWE
- 03 October 2024: AFPSAT for CSC
Zamboanga City Schedule:
Venue: Headquarters Task Force Zamboanga, Camp Enrile, Malagutay, Zamboanga City
- 05-06 October 2024: AFPSAT for OCC
- 07 October 2024: AQE & SWE
- 08 October 2024: AFPSAT for CSC
Zamboanga Sibugay Schedule:
Venue: Headquarters 102Bde, 1ID, PA, Purok Airways, Brgy Sanito, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay
- 10-11 October 2024: AFPSAT for OCC
- 12 October 2024: AQE & SWE
- 13 October 2024: AFPSAT for CSC
Qualifications for Philippine Army Applicants
To join the Philippine Army in 2025, candidates must meet the following qualifications:
Officer Candidate Course (OCC):
- Must be a Baccalaureate Degree Holder
- Must be 21-29 years old
- Must have no pending cases
- Must be physically and mentally fit
- Minimum height: 5 feet for both males and females
Candidate Soldier Course (CSC):
- Must be a Senior High School graduate or a College graduate
- Must be 18-26 years old
- Must have no pending cases
- Must be physically and mentally fit
- Minimum height: 5 feet for both males and females
Skills Needed for CSC Applicants
Applicants for the Candidate Soldier Course (CSC) must have expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Engineering & Technology: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Technology, Civil Engineering
- Media & Communications: Journalism, Mass Communications, Creative Web Design
- Automotive Skills: Automotive Technology, Diesel Mechanic, Driving Skills (light, medium, heavy vehicles)
- Medical & Health Services: Emergency Medical Technician, Nursing, Pharmacy
- Logistics: Supply Chain Management, Warehousing
- And more…
You are highly encouraged to apply if you possess any of these skills!
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Don’t Miss Out!
This is your chance to join the Philippine Army and take the first step towards a rewarding career of service, leadership, and honor.
The pre-entry exams are your gateway to becoming a soldier or officer in the Philippine Army, and recruitment is ongoing across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
For more updates and details, follow this page or contact the recruitment offices directly.
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Here’s a formal reference list styled for publication, similar to top media outlets:
References
- Philippine Army. (2024). How to Join the Philippine Army 2024. Available at: https://philippinego.com/5688/
- Philippine Army. (2024). Philippine Army Salary Grade 2024. Available at: https://philippinego.com/15108/
- Philippine Army. (2024). How to Join the Philippine Army RESCOM 2024. Available at: https://philippinego.com/16050/
- Army Recruitment Office Luzon. (2024). Facebook Page. Available at: https://www.facebook.com/AROLuzon
- Army Recruitment Office Visayas. (2024). Facebook Page. Available at: https://www.facebook.com/AROVis
- Army Recruitment Office Mindanao. (2024). Facebook Page. Available at: https://www.facebook.com/AROMin
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