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CMPB

Enlistment day

What happens on enlistment day and what you should prepare.

Last updated 15 December 2025

What happens on enlistment day

First day experience

Enlistment day marks the moment where all Singapore citizens and Permanent Resident males embark on their National Service journey. Follow a pre-enlistee through the key events on enlistment day as he enters his training facility and transitions into military life.

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What you should wear

You should wear a collared shirt, long trousers and shoes. Singlets, bermuda shorts, shorts, slippers or sandals are not allowed as you will be taking your oath of allegiance and it is a solemn ceremony. The same dress code applies to your parents and friends as well.

What you should bring with you

You will be required to bring the following items on enlistment day:

  • Singapore National Registration Identity Card (NRIC)

  • All previous immunisation certificates and medical documents (including the health booklet, if available)

  • A printout of your PES and medical excuses from eHealth

  • For those who wear spectacles, only dark-coloured plastic frames are allowed. Contact lenses are not allowed during training.

  • A watch (with dark plastic or fabric strap)

  • Basic toiletries (e.g. body foam, soap, shampoo, shaver, nail clippers)

  • Swimming goggles

  • A set of civilian clothing and hangers

  • Extra underwear

  • An alarm clock

  • A small padlock for your locker

If you are posted to the Singapore Civil Defence Force or the Singapore Police Force, you will also be required to bring two more items:

  • Bank account book or bank statement

  • Original and a photocopy of your certificate of highest educational standard attained (e.g. diploma, GCE 'N', 'O', 'A' Level or National ITE Certificate)

The following items are not allowed:

  • Cameras and video cameras.

    • For camera-equipped mobile phones, please follow the instructions on your enlistment letter

  • Mobile phone wall charger or USB charging cable as the charging of mobile phones is not allowed in camp

  • Valuables (e.g. excess cash, jewellery, expensive watches)

  • Any military or police equipment purchased outside (e.g. combat boots, rifle cleaning kit)

Infographics on items to bring and items not allowed on enlistment day.

If you fall sick on enlistment day

You should consult a doctor immediately and contact us at 1800-367-6767 (NS Contact Centre) thereafter. You will need to email your Medical Certificate to MINDEF at contact@ns.gov.sg by 12pm on the same day. You are required to provide the reason for your medical leave and may be required to report to Medical Classification Centre for a medical review.