BMT POP Posting Orders FAQs

siaoginaa SG

The Vocational Assessment Centre (VAC) conducts a battery of tests called the Manpower Aptitude Assessment System (MAPAS) to assess your mental abilities. This is so that we can maximize our limited manpower by putting people where their abilities can be best used.

Your Vocational Assessment scores will affect important decisions, which include assignment to a vocation and selection to be a commander (Officer, Specialist).

Therefore, you should put in as much effort as possible to do the tests well and accurately, as this will not only help the nation maximize it's limited manpower, but also help us place you into vocations that will make good use of your abilities.

What are the tests like

We use different sub-tests to measure different types of mental ability. Some of the mental abilities that we measure include memory, speed of responding, abstract reasoning, following complex instructions, solving mathematical problems, mental spatial ability, and psycho-motor skills. Please click on the following links to try out some of these tests.

a) Word analogies
b) Number reasoning
c) Picture reasoning

All the sub-tests are computer administered. Most of the sub-tests will present a problem or question on the screen and you will need to respond accordingly. Some sub-tests however, measure speed or hand-eye co-ordination and may look like simple computer games.

How long is the test at VAC

Since we have to be as accurate as possible, we need to measure as wide a range of your abilities as is possible. Thus, the testing will require about 2 to 2 1/2 hours of your time.

What to do

eac SG

Please call the 24/7 NS hotline at 1800-3676767 to speak to a customer service officer.

Charlietyq SG

There is a standard guideline to follow after you POP. You will not be required to stay botak. Do note that, during your trainee's phase you will experience stricter regulations but not as strict as when you're in BMT depending on your training institute or unit.

Mockingjay SG

More than 200 people have applied to join the Singapore Armed Forces Volunteer Corps (SAFVC) a week after recruitment began — a response Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen said was encouraging.

Giving this update in a Facebook post Sunday (Oct 19), Dr Ng said 40 per cent of the applicants are permanent residents and 60 per cent are citizens. A quarter of the applicants are women.

Among the reasons cited for wanting to volunteer were to “give back to Singapore”, “lead by example for my son” and offer their “talent and service”, he said, adding that he was “happy with the encouraging response so far”.

The SAFVC was among the recommendations of the Committee to Strengthen National Service and is aimed at giving more people a chance to contribute to Singapore’s defence. The SAF plans to recruit 100 to 150 such volunteers a year over three recruitment drives.

Applications opened last Monday. Depending on the number of applications received, an applicant may be informed via a letter to schedule an interview in about four weeks.

After passing the interview and submitting the required documents, an applicant may wait up to four weeks before being called up for a medical screening.

“The SAF will screen applicants carefully to find those with suitable aptitudes and skills to be pioneer batches of the SAFVC that can strengthen our national defence,” Dr Ng said.

Volunteers can choose to serve in wide-ranging fields, from operational deployments to professional roles such as legal specialist staff and doctors — alongside regular soldiers in active units.

They can switch roles during their stint and there is no minimum period of service. They are expected to be called up seven days a year.

Training is expected to begin in March next year and volunteers could be deployed as early as the second half of next year. Applications are still open.

ChengJJ SG

Ranks of servicemen in uniformed services

The ranks of servicemen in the uniformed services of the Singapore Armed Forces, in order of seniority, shall be as follows:

1.
    General/Admiral
2.
    Lieutenant-General/Vice Admiral
3.
    Major-General/Rear Admiral (Two-Star)
4.
    Brigadier-General/Rear Admiral (One-Star)/ME8 (Military Expert 8)
5.
    Colonel/ME7 (Military Expert 7)
6.
    Senior Lieutenant-Colonel
7.
    Lieutenant-Colonel/ME6 (Military Expert 6)
8.
    Major/ME5 (Military Expert 5)
9.
    Captain/ME4 (Military Expert 4)
10.
    Lieutenant
11.
    Second Lieutenant
12.
    Chief Warrant Officer
13.
    Senior Warrant Officer
14.
    Master Warrant Officer
15.
    First Warrant Officer/ME3 (Military Expert 3)
16.
    Second Warrant Officer
17.
    Third Warrant Officer
18.
    Master Sergeant/ME2 (Military Expert 2)
19.
    Staff Sergeant
20.
    First Sergeant
21.
    Second Sergeant/ME1 (Military Expert 1)
22.
    Third Sergeant
23.
    Corporal (First Class)
24.
    Corporal
25.
    Lance-Corporal
26.
    Private (First Class)
27.
    Private
28.
    Recruit.

Zytravis SG

Source: mindef.gov.sg/imindef/mindef_websites/atozlistings/smti/home.html

Military Courses

Combat / Service Medic and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course – 12 weeks

Conducted for SAF trainees with no prior medical knowledge, this course aims to equip it graduates to qualify as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) who are able to work independently in the field setting as well as clinical setting, supervised by a Medical Officer, Senior Medic or Medic Specialist. The course will train them in patient assessment and prioritization as well as selected protocols and treatment including spinal management, intravenous infusion and emergency resuscitation.

Combat Medic Specialist II and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course – 12 weeks

This course is conducted for Basic Section Leader Course (BSLC) graduates from the School of Infantry Specialists (SISPEC) who are selected to be Combat Medic Specialists. Trainees need not have prior medical knowledge and will undergo Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training to equip them with the clinical knowledge and skills to assist the Senior Medic in managing the Battalion Casualty Station (BCS) and the Medical Centre. At the end of the course, graduates are expected to be possess proficiency in assessment and treatment, to be able to perform selected treatment and protocols as well as function as a junior leader in the field setting as well as clinical setting.

Combat Medic Specialist I and Emergency Medical Specialist (EMS) Course – 10 weeks

Participants of this course must be Combat Medic Specialist II and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) trained. The Emergency Medical Specialist (EMS) Course which equips in depth medical knowledge and skills for Ambulance Crew Leaders, is incorporated into the first 7 weeks of this course and the remaining 3 weeks covers military topics like Military Leadership and Medical Support Planning. Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to function as Senior Medics in Medical Centres and the Battalion Casualty Station (BCS).

eac SG

After passed out from each respective vocational course, NSFs are posted to their new permanent NS unit until ORD from NS.

Keithchiuth SG

You are posted to HQ RSAF 2. Your vocation is DVR(TRAINEE) 3. Your are to report to: Gombak Base, Mindef Building, Air Manpower Dept, #B1-55A Reporting Date/Time: 20/10/2014 at 0800 hrs Person to report to: Admin Clerk Contact Number: 67683015 4. Special Instruction:

No Camera Handphone is allowed. Do not bring along the SAF issued items given during BMT. Report in proper Uniform (or in a collared shirt and pants with written excuse from SAF MO). No jeans are allowed. Change pass at Pass Office.

I received a call by Airforce Manpower Dept to report to Chong Pang camp for vocational trainee course. I understand that Chong Pang or Sembawang camp has a transport operators (drivers) training centre somewhere.

Is HQ RSAF considered my permanent NS unit once I passed the vocation course?

Am I expected to stay in at Sembawang camp as the caller told me not to bring my Army BMT items? Will I be issued brand new Airforce items since I'm being transferred from the Army to the RSAF?

circlesintospace SG

hi does anyone know if I can carry the SAF assault bag overseas? as a carry on luggage.

noimous SG

should be alright. the assault bag doesn't have any singapore logo anyway. plus I have been using it like a civilian bag and no issues.

Nzc ryan 93 SG

I just POC from HRI. Posting Order is Imagery Analysis Centre (IAC) at Air Base.

Is it a stay-in or stay-out vocation?

The Imagery Support Group (ISG) was established in 2000. It develops and operates the Singapore Armed Forces' (SAF) imagery and geospatial capabilities. ISG started with a small and diverse community of mappers and imagery analysts. Today, ISG has grown into a professional and operationally ready formation.

One of the key roles played by ISG includes supporting the SAF in the conduct of Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations and Peace Support Operations (PSO). ISG does this through the provision of relevant imagery reports and maps, as well as imagery and geospatial analysis support.

ISG was presented with regimental colours in 2007 and the formation headquarters consist of several branches including Plans, Operations, Logistics, and Administration.

Logo and Motto

ISG's motto "Beyond the Obvious" encapsulates ISG's commitment to establish new frontiers in imaging technology, analysis and skill sets. It also represents its dedication to forming new standards and reaching new heights.

Units under ISG

SAF Mapping Unit

The SAF Mapping Unit was established in 1970 to produce topographic maps for the SAF. Today, it is the only professional mapping organisation in Singapore, providing MINDEF/SAF and other government agencies with geospatial products and services in support of their training, mission planning and execution. It is principally structured to perform two specific functions, namely professional mapping and promulgation of Geographic Information System (GIS) data.

SAF MU is able to develop realistic three-dimensional (3D) virtual maps with accuracy and efficiency. It produces not just standard maps but also precise geospatial products that are akin to those provided by location-based services.

The data of the 3D maps provides the foundation of precise map coordinates in various command and control systems, and is mainly used for planning and analysis, as well as an aid for navigation. In addition, troops use these maps as part of their battle procedures to understand the latest terrain conditions, as well as carry out risk evaluations of the area. Details such as the height of the terrain, building and vegetation as well as optical devices and weapon types, are all taken into consideration when performing line of sight analysis, which can help to increase the situational awareness of security forces, enabling them to monitor suspected threats more effectively.

Imagery Analysis Centre

The Imagery Analysis Centre (IAC) was formed in 2003 to bring together the imagery analysis capabilities of the SAF into one place. IAC analyses commercial satellite imagery in support of training, peace support operations and humanitarian aid operations.

Open Source Centre

The Open Source Centre (OSC) was established to support the SAF by monitoring news and information relating to global military and security developments and natural disasters occurring in the region. The centre focuses its research efforts mainly on open source print, television and online news.

Significant Achievements

Operation Flying Eagle (2004) - ISG was activated to provide mapping and imagery support to the SAF after the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami struck Aceh, Indonesia. The devastation caused by the tsunami altered the physical landscape of Aceh. It rendered many roads impassable and destroyed much of the physical infrastructure in the affected areas. The SAF relied on maps and imagery provided by ISG to enter the disaster zone to deliver humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

Afghanistan (2010-2013) - The SAF's deployment to Afghanistan to support the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) included Imagery Analysis Teams (IAT) from ISG. The IATs provided imagery interpretation and analysis support for multi-national troops operating in Oruzgan, Afghanistan. The teams won praise from international partners for their professionalism and commitment to carrying out their duties under harsh conditions.

Typhoon Haiyan (Nov 2013) - Typhoon Haiyan destroyed roads, bridges and airports making the delivery of aid extremely difficult. The SAF Mapping Unit was activated to find access areas for aid operations. Their work supported the RSAF's deployment of C-130 aircraft to the hardest-hit Visayas region to deliver relief supplies and evacuate survivors.

eac SG

Refer:

mindef.gov.sg/imindef/resourcelibrary/cyberpioneer/topics/articles/news/2014/oct/21oct14_news.html

Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen visited the Imagery Support Group (ISG) this afternoon. During the visit, Dr Ng toured the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Mapping Unit and was briefed on the mapping process and imagery reports. Dr Ng also observed SAF Mapping Unit's capabilities in producing realistic three-dimensional virtual maps.

The ISG plays a key role in supporting the SAF in Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations and Peace Support Operations (PSO). ISG does this through the provision of relevant imagery reports and maps, as well as imagery and geospatial analysis support. Commander ISG, Colonel Ng Boon Heong said, "The bedrock of ISG's capabilities is premised not only on technologies and innovations but also on competent and committed people. ISG utilises images and open source information in a timely and effective manner to support the SAF in mounting HADR operations and PSO. ISG has played an important role in supporting the SAF in HADR operations and PSO thereby enabling Singapore to contribute as a responsible member of the international community."

The ISG was established in 2000 and operates the SAF's imagery and geospatial capabilities. Today, ISG has grown into a professional and operationally ready formation.

Nzc ryan 93 SG

Hi moderator, thanks for the info given.

If anyone know if it's a stay-in or stay-out vocation, please tell me.

If not, I guess I'll have to report to the unit on my first day there, only then wilI l know and then also inform you guys here too...

Thanks

Happyfatguy SG

Ranks of servicemen in uniformed services

The ranks of servicemen in the uniformed services of the Singapore Armed Forces, in order of seniority, shall be as follows:

DealHunter SG

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:
www.mindef.gov.sg/imindef/mindef_websites/atozlistings/army/About_BMT.html

TheTraveller SG

Hello,

I'm a JC student having NAPFA Gold for the new NAPFA format of the new IPPT.

To be shortlisted for Vocational Assessment (VA) for CDO, should I voluntary self express interest at CMPB customer service counters on the CMPB medical checkup day itself?

But then if not shortlisted, then next is all JC/ Polytechnic graduates now all enlist to Pulau Tekong island for BMT?

Do CMPB have access to the online 'live' Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system linked up to all hospitals in Singapore? Medical history: Within a decade, I have been hospitalised 3 times: 2 times for high fever whereby one of which caused me to go into a seizure back in 2004 whilst the third hospitalisation was for gastritis.

So how?

eac SG

If you don't declare honestly and truthfully, MINDEF/ SAF will NOT take any responsibility to you and your family should anything happens to you. So the moral of the story here is "You die, your problem... unless you declare first beforehand..." Understand, Recruit?!

Please submit the hospital specialist memo to the camp doctor to assess and process.

As usual, please refer to this guideline:
http://sgforums.com/forums/1390/topics/392446

Pebbs SG

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Secrets to Pass IPPT: http://lifestyle.www.ns.sg/features/fitnessxchange

Source: www.ns.sg , www.army.gov.sg , www.mindef.gov.sg

Source:
www.mindef.gov.sg/imindef/mindef_websites/atozlistings/army/About_BMT.html

Realityxdream SG

Hi, if I'm posted to SISPEC, there will be the foundation term and the pro term right? I've heard elsewhere that if you're posted to Infantry for your pro term, there's a chance that you'll go to guards. Can someone tell me more about the guards after infantry pro term and the criteria (if any) for getting in there?

eac SG

Just express interest to the commanders.

1. mindef.gov.sg/imindef/mindef_websites/atozlistings/army/ourforces/Guards.html

2. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singapore_Guards

3. http://sgforums.com/forums/1390/topics/468516

4. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Making_The_Cut:_Guards_Conversion_Course

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