Just sent application.
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Just sent application to sign on as Officer. 1st choice entered Guards, 2nd choice entered Infantry.
Chances are bleak, but i just try my luck. Cos me only Diploma holder with average results with no NCC background. Moreover, enlisted only in September PTP-BMT batch. Cos missed my sch's napfa test.
What are the criteria's to be selected? Does anyone know?
Also, the contract is till 45yrs old? Or is it like spec, finish 10 yrs first, then see whether they wanna extend your contract? -
times have really changed, during my time, an army career is very low in preference ranking...
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contract is 5 years...nowadays they wont give u the full 20+ year contract straight...u gotta serve 5 years and if they see u good....they will extend to full SAVER contract....
the onli ppl who get the full SAVER contracts are scholars who apply for awards or degree holders
criteria... up to CPC..
but if u ask me...
u gotta noe how to wayang..lol.....
those that went to OCS from my bmt company were OSCAR winners...
plus....being confident and positive would help... -
Signing regular forms to be an officer does not really take into account the NCC training.
Sign for the passion, not because you need money and are not willing to cimb from the bottom..IMHO. -
Thought of signing cos i like the military and not because of the money. Why would i go for the money if i don't like the job? Will definitely make myself suffer everyday just thinking of going to work right? My only worry is they don't even want me in the first place.Originally posted by LazerLordz:Signing regular forms to be an officer does not really take into account the NCC training.
Sign for the passion, not because you need money and are not willing to cimb from the bottom..IMHO. -
well i dun tink they will make not having an ncc background a issue to not select u for interview...... its a good thinking u have to like the job than the money , anyway if they shortlist u they will send u the letter within 3 weeks to 4 weeks to come for interview.. otherwise u can still sign on during your bmt..good luck dude..
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Condolences on making the worse decision of your life so far...
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do well in your BMT and get into OCS first. that will increase your chance of getting the contact.
tips? not nescessary must wayang, show them u really got what it takes to be a commander, showcase your leadership skills, always work as a team. good luck. -
U'll need to learn how to lead and motivate the less motivated guardsmen like me haha. By the way, i've seen 3rd Guards commanders being pumped by the rsm.
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me too...Originally posted by Garrifying:U'll need to learn how to lead and motivate the less motivated guardsmen like me haha. By the way, i've seen 3rd Guards commanders being pumped by the rsm.
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You have send in the Application but have you find out any vancancy in the sector? I think you haven't..No vancancy no sure there will chance to pass the application
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commanders = 2LT?Originally posted by Garrifying:U'll need to learn how to lead and motivate the less motivated guardsmen like me haha. By the way, i've seen 3rd Guards commanders being pumped by the rsm. -
I'm an LTA in 3 Guards also kena pump by HQ CSM =) For those who know Staff Ross...yupz, got it from him during GCC hahaha. Gd memories. Alot of ppl here from 3 Guards isit?
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CSM can knock LTA down ??
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cadre can pump anyone down even major/ltc...cos to them..they are on course n are consider trainees.Originally posted by firewizard:CSM can knock LTA down ?? -
wonder why so many ppl are trying to get into guards...seen some tom dick or harry(regulars) in guards fmn...think they should make it harder for them to get into guards..(all officers must clear ranger course or f##k out frm the fmn..haha)...guess it's no longer as elite/prestige as it used to be in the past...wat a sad thing..
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Well, Guards adopt a very different Principal than Commandos.
To us, Every Guardsmen is precious, whether you can or cannot make it.
Commando pre-select, and get first pickings at the cream of the new enlistees,. At Guards, We take normal Mono Man as they are and than take on the task to groom them up to ELITE Guardsman. As long as they are willing and have the right attitude, The Guards will never give up on them.
Same for Guards Officers and WOSPEC, Not everyone are Ranger Calibre, but everyone have something unique and special to contribute in their own small way and we always treat them as family. It's really the spirit of our Formation that makes us elite =) -
So which 1 is better? Guards or Commandos?
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keep us update will u ?
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commandos....better management...flexible....Originally posted by SMAPLionHeart:So which 1 is better? Guards or Commandos? -
How you define Better?
I think each Formation is Good as each has it's own Unique Specialities and each will excel in its own area.
Commandos are raid Specialist working in small groups,
Guards can rapidly deploy a Bn Worth of Troops deep in the Enemy Rear.
So... The dynamics are very different.
IMHO only the SOF are clearly BETTER than the rest. They are truely a Cut above the Rest in every way. -
Is it more difficult to get promoted in Guards than in Infantry? Not sure, just a thought.
Anyway, congratulations, you are on the first step towards a life of mediocrity. O well, at least beer's cheap in the mess. So you can, you know, drown your sorrows when you are a 40 year old major looking at imminent retirement.
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Received the call to go for interview. But rejected it. Cos talked to family, and they're not for it. And i think they're right also.
But i still do not look down on those who did sign on. Looking at some of the negative comments here, i really feel for those who did sign on. -
Yea whatever. Did not sign on in the end also.Originally posted by lwflee:Is it more difficult to get promoted in Guards than in Infantry? Not sure, just a thought.
Anyway, congratulations, you are on the first step towards a life of mediocrity. O well, at least beer's cheap in the mess. So you can, you know, drown your sorrows when you are a 40 year old major looking at imminent retirement.
Tell me, do you have $500,000 in your bank when you're 40? Do u have many men taking orders from you when you're 40? Are you highly ranked in your company when you're 40?
Or do you just spend most of your time here on the internet giving negative comments, like your life is that great?
Oh and by the way, money's not a problem to me at all. Just in case you were going to say i'm thinking of taking the easy way out. (Yea born with silver spoon, dad rich, etc etc, say whatever you want, make my day ) -
drum..roll............Originally posted by Rockhound:contract is 5 years...nowadays they wont give u the full 20+ year contract straight...u gotta serve 5 years and if they see u good....they will extend to full SAVER contract....
the onli ppl who get the full SAVER contracts are scholars who apply for awards or degree holders
criteria... up to CPC..
but if u ask me...
u gotta noe how to wayang..lol.....
those that went to OCS from my bmt company were OSCAR winners...
plus....being confident and positive would help...
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And...the OSCAR goes to......