PNG Navy Recruitment 2025-2026 | Application Form, Requirements & Dates

We are pleased to inform you about PNG Navy Recruitment 2025-2026 | Application Form, Requirements & Dates

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) is the military organisation responsible for the defence of Papua New Guinea. It originated from the Australian Army land forces of the territory of Papua New Guinea before independence, coming into being in January 1973 and having its antecedents in the Pacific Islands Regiment. The PNGDF is a small force numbering around 2,500 personnel and consists of a Land Element, an Air Element and a Maritime Element. It is a joint force tasked with defending Papua New Guinea and its territories against external attack, as well as having secondary functions including national-building and internal security tasks. Defence accounts for less than 2% of government expenditure, while also receiving significant assistance and training support from Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and other nations. The Defence White Paper 2013 has ambitious plans to increase the force to 5,000 personnel and double defence spending to 3% by 2017 and by 2030 have 10,000 personnel.

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The PNGDF Land Element includes two infantry battalions, an engineer battalion, a signal squadron, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit, and a preventive medicine platoon. The Air Element is a small air wing operating a light transport aircraft and two leased helicopters. The Maritime Element consists of four Pacific-class patrol boats and two Balikpapan-class landing craft. The army is under the direct command of Headquarters PNGDF, while the air wing and navy have their own commanding officers. The PNGDF does not have a Commander-in-Chief but rather a Commander who advises the Minister for Defence. The PNGDF is under the control of the National Executive Council through the Minister for Defence.

Ranks: Papua New Guinea Defence Force ranks
The Minister for Defence: The Honourable Fabian Pok
Reaching military age annually: 67,781 males (2010 est.), 65,820 females (2010 est.)
Commander of the PNGDF: Brigadier General Gilbert Toropo
Available for military service: 1,568,210 males, aged 16–49 (2010 est.), 1,478,965 females, aged 16–49 (2010 est.)
Fit for military service: 1,130,951 males, age 16–49 (2010 est.), 1,137,753 females, age 16–49 (2010 est.)

consider the responsibilities of the job, before making an attempt to pursue a career in this field, When you complete a job application, regardless of whether it is a paper application or an online job application, there is information you will need to provide in order to apply for the job and be considered for the position.

PNG DEFENCE FORCE RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS

To qualify you will need to meet the minimum basic requirements listed below, as well as specific requirements for your chosen trade. In order to be considered a more competitive applicant, we recommend exceeding these requirements where possible.

You must:

  • Be a minimum of 18 years of age*
  • Have completed at least three years of secondary school education
  • Be medically fit for service
  • Meet the citizenship & security requirements

TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION, YOU WILL NEED:

1. Your Next of Kin’s name and contact details
2. School qualifications including subjects, grades gained and year obtained
Any tertiary or trade qualifications you have achieved with grades gained and year obtained
3. If relevant, any previous employment details including dates, employer, locations and duties
4.Your driver’s licence details (number, classes and any endorsements)
5. Dates and outcomes of any criminal convictions
6. Your current accurate height and weight
7. Your Doctor’s name and contact details i.e. telephone and address
8. Dates, details and outcomes of any past or current medical conditions, (e.g. operations, broken bones, asthma history, any medications)
9. Your vaccination/immunisation history (this can be obtained from your Doctor)
10. A list of your preferred trades and Service(s)
11. If you have served previously, you will need to supply some previous service details e.g. your Service Number.

To apply for PNG Defence Force Recruitment 2019 online and to complete online job applications, you’ll need Internet access, an email address to use for job searching, an up-to-date resume, a cover letter for some jobs, your employment history, and your availability to work if you’re applying for a part-time job.

PAPUA NEW GUINEA PNG DEFENCE FORCE RECRUITMENT ENTRY PROCESS

To those interested in joining the PNGDF:

  1. GENERAL ENLIST APPLICATIONS

This is for applicants who want to become a Soldier to go through 3 months of recruit training in Goldie Recruit Training Depot. Only males are eligible to apply. Female recruitment has been halted for an indefinite period.

Age: Between 18-27 years for General Enlistee

2. 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 you fit all the criteria as posted previously on this page.

Age: Between 18-30 years for Officer Cadet

3. 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

Address:
HQPNGDF
RECRUITMENT OFFICE
FMB,BOROKO
MURRAY BARRACKS

The PNGDF Recruiting Office does NOT have an EMAIL ADDRESS and there are NO APPLICATION FORMS. Interested Applicants may apply by providing the required docs as stated above

Recommended: PNG Defence Force Recruitment | Application Form, Dates & Requirements

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  1. I am Akuwere Casius the senior associate to judge at the Supreme and National Court of justice Waigani. I am really interested to apply for a navy officer to pursue my carreer in the legal sector of the navy division as in particular to serve my country PNG. I reall need the navy application form that can be email me through my contacted details. email. (cakuwere@pngjudiciary.gov.pg)

  2. I have just completed my grade 12 in 2024 at Reservoir Hills Secondary . I’m still 18 years old and turning 19 this year which is 2025. I am interested in join the SA Navy.I know that I can be the best recruitment because I am always willing to learn, hard working, disciplined and joining the army has always been my dream, goal and main objective. Please send me the application form via this email address

  5. I have completed grade 12 at Badihagwa secondary school.It is my desire to join the Navy team with great pleasure.Please inform me for further information please.

    THANK YOU.
    Mr.PETER MOREA

  6. I am 22 yrs and have completely my Grade 12 and I am really interested to join PNG DF next year 2025 please could you kindly send me the application form please.
    I will be waiting for your response.

  9. Please a really want to serve my country in the naval operation team. Thank you
    Please send me the application for 2025 recruitment.

  11. Am interested to join PNGDF to serve my country. please notify me via my email address stipulated below once when the application is published

  12. Iam greatly interested in joining the Navy .Because it was my childhood dream to serve my country PNG .please notify me when the application form is published. Thank you

  15. I am interested to join the dynamic force as a flag carrier of our nation ,PNG. Currently , i am doing my third year at the University of Goroka .
    I would be grateful if the Navy application form is sent via my email address.
    Thank you.

  16. Please I am really interested to becoming a Navy , because it was my dream since childhood till now so please, I really need a navy application form.. Furthermore, I completed my grade 12 and now his my final year at Madang Teachers College, but I still searching for my dream which is Navy, because I love to save my country (PNG..

    • I am Yawa Wayain, have graduated at Aiyura Aircraft Maintenance Engineering School in year 2022 and have been for a year due fo not seeking any jobs. Remaining at home, helping local illiterate farmers supporting and guiding them to be self-reliance.
      As a country men to build this nation Png,I do have more interest in joining the team as a Navy.. please do assist me in sending me the Navy application form for new intake, 2025.
      Send me an application form via email address provided.
      Wayainyawa617@gmail.com

  20. I NORMAN SIMON a registered nursing officer currently working with Paradise Private Hospital. Its my fourth year of working in the hospital.Howevr I’m very much interested to join the PNG NAVY force. Please do consider me.here is my email simonnorman@gmail.com
    ph#:74458727

  22. I’m Wesley Pain,I completed my year 11 and 12 at Pilikambi Secondary School 2022~2023.
    I’m very interested to be part of 2024_2025 PNG police force recruitment. Please could send me the application form for 2024~2025 police force recruitment.

    Contact 71978821/82937244
    Email: painyakuman@gmail.com

  23. I’m Jedidiah Yorkson Malaipa, completed grade 12 in 2012, got an offer at DBTI but due to insufficient finance I could not make it. However I went to ITI and took up diploma in information technology and graduated with diploma in IT. But currently I am unemployed so I’m so much interested in the PNG navy so I’m kindly asking if you could provide me with the navy application form. For contact, here is my email: yopamala30@gmail.com, Whatsapp: 67571980791.

    • Dear Sir/Madam,

      I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inquire about the current status of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) recruitment and application forms. Could you please provide an update regarding when these forms will be available for the upcoming recruitment cycle? Your prompt response would be greatly appreciated as I am keenly interested in applying.
      If any information regarding my request don’t hesitate to call me via my digital watch app number: 74426848 or can enlightened me on gemail: kurajohn91@gmail.com.
      Thank you for your attention to this matter.

      Best regards, John Kura

  30. I Livai Sonie , at the age of 24. I really like to join PNG navy to serve our country’s border. I completed my grade 12 in 2022 , and I was selected.Also I was selected to Indian schoolarship but was not make it through because of school fee. So I really appreciate to join PNG navy…may you send me the application form through my email :
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  39. Hi,
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    Currently a General Manager and Accounts Assistant in a private company which does not fit well with my personality.
    Please email 2023-2024 app. form to make my wish come true.

    cheers…

    • My name is umanga Paro, I’m a young 20 year old here here in Papua New Guinea. I just graduated last year 2023, which I completed my grade 12 and I selected to do my bachelor’s in science education in the University of Goroka. It was my dream of being a PNG Navy and die for my country. It would really helpful to me if you send me the recruitment form through my email (umangaparo@gmail.com) or you contact me through my digicel number here : 70798336

  42. I’m shen John an age of 20 whose completed my grade 12th last year and was selected to study further in tertiary but my main intention is to become a soldier.
    So kindly ask for a application form through my email address below Shenjohn256@gmail.com or contact 72594701

  46. I’m Ismael Yawising,22,just finisihed my 12 level of education and wish to apply on the above subject;(PNG NAVY RECRUITMENT 2023-2024).It’ll be my honour to apply for my dream job and therefore your requirements are confirmed, please contact me on my phone(Digicel):71329688 or email me on ismaelyawising14@gmail.com

  47. Dear sir/madam. This is Aku Obama from Eastern Highlands province in Papua New guinea ,to being a force is my dream since I wash in primary school.there for I hereby express my interest to join the PNGDF.with most respect and honor,could you pleace send me the application form for PNGDF intakes 2023-2024.hope to hear from you soon……here is my wattsapp number 73328883…thank you may God bless..

  50. I’m Jeffrey Pelu and I’m surely expressing my utmost interest to join navy and will work to support our country PNG. Would you please send me an application for 2024 as immediately on my email below.
    Phone #: 74745241

  52. Hello. I’m Junior Hape,a Nurse however, I have a great interest to join the PNG Navy. Please, I would like to kindly ask for an application form for 2024 intake. Thank you.

  63. Hello, am Dickson Getsi and I am really interested in joining the PNG Navy to help serve and protect our people and country and waters of PNG. I have just graduated this year at POMTECH and am ready to be part of PNG Navy to help serve our country.

  65. Dear Sir/Madame
    Ref: INTEREST IN JOINING THE PNGDF
    In accordance with the subject, I am Jesreal LENGIM, a current first year student at the University of Papua New Guinea who is very interested in becoming part of the PNGDF.

    I am patiently waiting for your wonderful response. Your response would be highly appreciated.
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  67. I’m really interested too join navy too be my career too safe our nation of illegal transpass off any vessel in our country

  68. I’m a technical college graduate and I’m interested in joining PNGDF Navy, I would like to know more the application process like specifically.

  71. Please I’m interest to join Navy. Would you please send me the application form. I’ve got a technical background .

  74. I’am currrntly attending University Of Goroka (UOG) majoring Bachelor of Education Psychology (year4). I therefor leave my intrest of becoming Cardet Officer.

  75. I Robin Willie, I am completing my grade 12 and I am Absolutely interested to become PNG Navy. Please send me an application form
    through my email address below.
    Hope to receive it soon
    Thanks…….

  76. I am Eben Bundy, absolutely bear my my interest to become PNG Naval Force. Because I am sole PNG citizen so I want to become defence to protect my own country . Therefore, could you send me a application form for 2024 via email: benatimonengim@gmail.com

  78. When is the confirm date for this pngdf 2024 recruitment begins .Would like to apply but I’m not so sure about the confirm date to apply?

  79. Justin Ben:Ian very interested to join the navy,I have completed my grade12 last year 2022.And Ian now studying in DBTSS, taking the trade building and construction.I want to apply for next year to become a navy.Please send me a application form to my email.adderss: jb2467650@gmail.com.

  80. So I want to apply , I will just write an interest letter and attach the the necessary documents and apply by post it to your postal address?

  82. I am Joshua Karlie Kapi, I am an Officer of the Supreme Court of Justice PNG, and I have been with the department for almost 12 years now. I very interested to join and would very much appreciate it if you emailed me the application form, at: jvearinama@gmail.com/jkapi@pngjudiciary.gov.pg.

    • When is the confirm date for this pngdf 2024 recruitment begins .Would like to apply but I’m not so sure about the confirm date to apply?

  84. I’m a marine experience cadet and I’m very interested in joining PNG Navy.Please i need details of how to apply and also need application forms .You can send through my email here.
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  85. I’m John Kasap. I’m so much interested in joining the the force in 2023. Can you please send me the application forms and and schedule for recruitment. Send me via email xiimahn5@gmail.com. thanks

  87. I’m a Marine cadet trainee and have interested in joining the Navy . Please assist me to fill in the Navy recruitment form

  89. I, my name is Abraham Irauw and I am interested to join the pngdf navy. So please, can you send me the application form of 2023 to 2024 recruitment or postal address so I can email or post my application through.
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    Email: abrahamirauw11@gmail.com

  92. Hi there, I am Mekendi Mara Peter citizen of Papua New Guinea. I am 26 years of age, and I have completed my grade 12 in 2019.
    I was kicked out on RPNGC entry test on March 2023. My aim is to spend my entire life providing security for the Nation. Please inform me if any updates for recruitment in PNG NAVY, thank you and God Bless 🙏🙏

  93. When will the recruitment for png navy (2024) came out,I finished at Don Bosco Technical College in 2020 and currently working in Lihir Island now and I really interested to join the png navy..

  100. When will the recruitment for png navy came out,I finished at PNGMC and really interested to join the png navy..

    • Have graduated at Aiyura Aircraft Maintenance Engineering School in 2022 and had remained back at home for not seeking any jobs. As a country men to build this nation,Png, I do have more interest in applying for”The Navy”, please do forward me an application form for Navy Recruitment new intake via email.

  112. I am an Officer onboard vessel and have high interest to join Navy. Kindly assist me through my email address provided.

    Thanks,
    Ken Arija.

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