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Basic Military Training (BMT) marks the beginning of military life for all Singaporean males at the age of 18. It is the transition from fresh-faced teenager to combat-ready fit soldier.
They learn basic soldiering skills, which include weapon handling, individual field craft, bayonet fighting, etc to ensure their survivability in the battlefield.
Besides the training in basic military skills, Physical Training (PT) lessons are also conducted to build up the soldiers' physique and stamina, to instill a firm sense of discipline and teamwork amongst the soldiers.
In 1995, MINDEF approved a revision in the BMT to ensure that the best are selected to become officers and specialists, through a better-structured and more focused training programme.
With the revised BMT system, the new Basic Military Training Centre (BMTC) was set up as a central institution responsible for most basic military training. The institute was inaugurated on 26 November 1996 and officially opened as SAF BMTC by DPM and Defence Minister Dr Tony Tan on 17 Aug 1999).
This improved programme not only ensures that the right personnel are assigned to the command and combat vocations but also provides for the training to address the different fitness levels of the recruits.
It ensures that the recruit who completes his basic military training at BMTC is suitable for his subsequent deployment and training for the remaining period of his full-time national service.
The centralised training for recruits at BMTC in Pulau Tekong also ensures a more efficient and effective management of basic military training and sharing of common resources. Time spent travelling from camp to the training grounds has been reduced as all training is done within the island itself.
The new SAF BMTC boasts a comprehensive range of training and general facilities for recruits. These include well-equipped lecture rooms, training sheds, rifle and grenade ranges, a sophisticated Marksmanship Trainer, and Obstacle and Battle Inoculation Courses.
It also has a sports complex with standard 400m running track, tennis and squash courts. It also has a big parade square with a 2,400-seating capacity, a well-equipped medical centre and an auditorium.
There is also a SAF E-Mart on the island where recruits can use their 'credits' to purchase their clothings and other military-related essentials.
Types of Basic Military Training
PES A/B1 BMT
This 9-week programme trains combat-fit recruits in the basic military skills to prepare them for advanced vocational training. The programme includes weapon training with the SAR 21 rifle which will teach recruits technical handling and marksmanship skills; a Battle Inoculation Course that simulates a real battlefield; a Field Camp which develops basic survival skills; progressive training to complete a 24-km route march which builds combat fitness and endurance; and hand grenade training.
For those who fail to achieve the NAPFA test silver award, they are required to undergo an 8-week Physical Training Phase prior to the Pes A/B1 BMT.
PES BP BMT
Previously, obese enlistees would undergo a 15-week or 26-week BMT depending on their obesity level. As evidence has shown that obese recruits are able to achieve optimum fitness levels and weight loss in about 19 weeks, the new BMT programme for recruits with Body Mass Index (BMI) scores exceeding 27.0 will be 19 weeks. This BMT programme is designed to help obese recruits improve their physical fitness progressively while equipping them with basic soldiering skills and knowledge. (Effective Feb 10)PES B2 BMT
Enlistees who were PES C1 previously underwent a 7-week BMT programme. The new 9-week PES B2 BMT programme will be conducted for recruits who are medically fit for deployment in selected combat and combat support vocations, such as signal operators, combat medics and naval system operators. These recruits will be given a new medical classification of PES B2, in place of the existing PES C1 classification. This is to ensure that the medical classification of our soldiers is consistent with their deployment. The new 9-week programme will include customised physical training, as well as basic combat training to prepare them for their combat and combat support roles. (Effective Jun 10)
PES C BMT
Previously, PES C enlistees underwent a 7-week BMT programme. The new 9-week BMT programme will be conducted for PES C recruits. This programme will include light physical training and vocational training to prepare them for combat service support vocations, such as service medic, and those related to logistics and administration. (Effective Jun 10)
PES E BMT
Previously, PES E enlistees underwent a 1-week BMT programme. The new 4-week BMT programme will be conducted for PES E recruits. This programme will focus on, vocational training as well as National Education, SAF core values, regimentation and discipline to prepare recruits for combat service support vocations. (Effective Jun 10) -
Refer:
1. http://www.ns.sg/nsp/web/esvcs/mindef/nsreg/enq-enlist-status
2. http://iprep.ns.sg/enlistment-schedule.html
3. http://iprep.ns.sg/notices-and-timeline.html
4. Call 24/7 toll-free NS hotline at 1800-3676767 to speak to a customer service officer.
You will receive notices from the Central Manpower Base (CMPB) at different times before enlistment.There are 2 important notices you'll receive from CMPB, these are listed below:
- Registration notice: you'll get this notice when you reach 17½ years old. It will inform you to do your NS registration.
- Enlistment notice: this notice will be sent to you about 2 months before the Date of Enlistment (DOE).
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Enlistment is the process you go through when you report for full-time National Service.
Enlistment Notice
You will be notified of your enlistment date and assigned unit through an Enlistment Notice about 2 months prior to your enlistment.
The Enlistment Notice will provide you with information about your unit, as well as the date and time for your parents to visit you. Accompanying the Enlistment Notice, will be a letter from your assigned unit, informing you of the enlistment procedures. A route map will be attached to the notice to help you locate the unit.
Enlistment Day
On the day of your enlistment, there will be an oath-taking ceremony. As this is a solemn formality, you are required to be properly dressed with proper shoes. Please do not attend the ceremony in singlets, shorts/bermudas and slippers.
The enlistment process will be as follows:
- Your SAF Card and Identity Discs will be issued to you in exchange for your National Service Registration Identity Card.
- You will be issued with a gift bag.
- You will be ushered to the oath taking area whereby your parents will be able to witness the mass oath taking ceremony. Thereafter, You will be given some time to bid farewell to your parents and loved ones before heading to your assigned unit.
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Prepare for PTP/BMT: http://iprep.ns.sg/
Secrets to Pass IPPT: http://lifestyle.www.ns.sg/features/fitnessxchange
Source: www.ns.sg , www.army.gov.sg , www.mindef.gov.sg
Source: http://iprep.ns.sg/
Are you physically fit? If you have been found to be fit for full Basic Military Training (BMT) i.e. PES A or B1, you may want to take the NAPFA test.
Should you attain a NAPFA Gold or Silver award at least 2 weeks prior to your Physical Training Phase (PTP) enlistment date, you will attend a 9-week Basic Military Training (BMT) and enjoy a 2-month reduction in your full-time National Service. Those who fail to attain the required fitness level will have to undergo a 8-week Physical Training Phase (PTP) before attending the 9-week BMT.
The NAPFA test is conducted at the Toa Payoh Stadium (map to Toa Payoh Stadium) every Wednesday (except public holidays). You are required to book an appointment for the test via the NAPFA test booking system prior to the test date and you are only allowed to make one valid booking at any one time.
Please note that the NAPFA result is valid for 1 year from the date of test. You are advised to report for the test in acceptable attire and punctually. All the six test items must be completed in one single sessions. A maximum of 2 to 5 minutes rest period is permitted between any two tests (for the first test items); a 15 to 30 minutes rest period is permitted before the sixth test item.
NAPFA tests at Toa Payoh Stadium are conducted strictly on appointment only. Therefore, advance booking via NS Portal must be made latest by Tuesday before 12 noon in order to take the NAPFA test at Toa Payoh Stadium the following day.
Do note that pre-enlistees who do not book their NAPFA date via the system would not be allowed to take their test at the Toa Payoh Stadium.
If you wish to know more about the NAPFA test, you may want to read through the FAQ before you make your booking.1. Can I take the test after I failed the NAPFA test the last time?
Yes. You are allowed to retake it until you pass. There is no limit to the number of times you can take the test.
2. When is the last date I should take the NAPFA test?
You should attempt the test as soon as you are ready and you are advised to take it at least 2 weeks before the date of enlistment.
3. Can I retake only the test items I have failed in my last attempt?
No. All 6 items must be completed in one single session.
4. Can I amend my booking after I have booked?
Yes, you are allowed to amend your booking before 12 pm on the day before the test date.
5. Can I make a few booking together?
No, you are only allowed to make 1 booking at any one time. You can make your next booking after the test date you have booked.