PNG Defence Force Recruitment and Application Forms 2023/2024

• GENERAL ENLISTEE APPLICATIONS

This is for applicants who want to become a Soldier to go through 3 months of recruit training in Goldie Recruit Training Depot. Both males and Females are eligible to apply.

Age: Between 18-27 years for General Enlistee

• OFFICER CADET APPLICATIONS

This is if you want to become an Officer in the PNGDF. Training is for 18 months and is done at the Joint Forces Academy in Igam Barracks, Lae, formally known as the Defence Academy.

Both Males and Females are eligible to apply if they meet all the criteria

Age: Between 18-30 years for Officer Cadet

•  DIRECT ENTRY OFFICER APPLICATIONS

This applies to those who already have Tertiary qualifications and are
currently in the workforce, and are interested to join the force as a Specialist in your respective fields. Training is only for 3 months in Igam Barracks, Lae in which you will learn the basics of the army. Both Females and Males are
eligible to apply

Age: Between 18-30 years for Direct Entry

• PNG Defence Force Requirements

1.  Expression/Letter of Interest;
2.  Copies of Certificates (Grades 10 &12 ) and other Tertiary Certificates;
3.  Police clearance;
4.  Updated CV &
5.  Reference

By Post use the following address

Headquarters PNG Defence Force
RECRUITMENT OFFICE
PMB, BOROKO
MURRAY BARRACKS
NCD

Hand delivery
PNGDF Recruitment Office
Murray Barracks
​Port Moresby