Minimum Entry Requirements
Army Generic 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 17 years of age*
Have completed at least three years of secondary school education
Be medically fit for service
Be of good character – assessed by a study of your testimonials and a police record check
Be a New Zealand citizen or have permanent residency and have lived in New Zealand for a minimum of five years
*Some trades differ in their age requirement. See the chart below for details.
Solider Trade minimum Entry Requirements | ||||
TRADE | NCEA LEVEL | CREDITS PER SUBJECT | SUBJECTS | OTHER REQUIREMENTS |
Ammunitions Technician | 1 | 12 | English, Mathematics and Science. | No decreased colour perception. |
Armourer | 1 | 12 | English, Mathematics and either Science, Physics, Chemistry, Graphics & Design, Engineering or Applied Mathematics. | |
Carpenter | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. |
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Chef | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. |
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Communications Systems Operator | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. Typing or computer skills beneficial. | No decreased colour perceptions. NZ Citizen. |
Crewman | 1 | 8 | English and Mathematics. | Class 1 Restricted Drivers Licence. No decreased colour perception. |
Dental Assistant | 2 | 12 | English, Mathematics and Science (pref Biology) |
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Dental Hygienist |
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| Diploma of Dental Hygiene (or equivalent). | Registered with the Dental Council of NZ. |
Dental Technician |
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| Diploma of Dental Technology (or equivalent). | Registered with the Dental Council of NZ. |
Driver | 1 | 8 | English and Mathematics. | Class 1 Restricted Drivers Licence. No traffic convictions. No decreased colour perception. |
Electrician | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. | No decreased colour perception. |
Electrical Fitter | 1 | 12 | English, Mathematics and Science or Physics. | No decreased colour perception. |
Electrical Technician | 2 | 12 | English, Mathematics and Physics. | No decreased colour perception. |
Electronic Warfare Specialist | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. | Min. age 19 years. Class 1 Restricted Drivers Licence. No decreased colour perception. NZ Citizen. |
Field Engineer | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. |
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Fire Fighter | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. | Class 1 Restricted Drivers Licence. |
Gunner (Artillery) | 1 | 8 | English and Mathematics. | No decreased colour perception. |
Information Systems Operator | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. Typing or Computer skills beneficial. | No decreased colour perception. NZ Citizen. |
Intelligence Operator | 2 | 10 | English and Mathematics. | Min. age 18 years. NZ Citizen. |
Maintenance Fitter | 1 | 12 | English, Mathematics and either Science, Physics, Chemistry, Graphics & Design, Engineering or Applied Mathematics. |
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Medic | 2 | 12 | English, Mathematics and Science (pref Biology). |
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Movement Operator | 1 | 12 | English, Mathematics and one other subject. | Class 1 Restricted Drivers Licence. No traffic convictions. No decreased colour perception. |
Musician | n/a | n/a |
| You must have previous musical experience. You will need to pass an interview and audition. |
Plant Operator | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. | Class 1 Restricted Drivers Licence. |
Plumber | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. |
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Rifleman | 1 | 8 | English and Mathematics. |
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Steward | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. |
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Supply Technician | 1 | 12 | English and Mathematics. |
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Systems Engineer | 2 | 12 | English, Mathematics and Physics. | No decreased colour perception. NZ Citizen. |
NZSAS | 2 | 10 | English and Mathematics. | By the time you attend the NZSAS Presentation you’ll need to be able to pass a G1 fitness test which is more challenging than our standard EFL.. |
Vehicle Mechanic | 1 | 12 | English, Mathematics and either Science, Physics, Chemistry, Graphics and Design, Engineering or Applied Mathematics. |
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Army Officer roles - Minimum Entry Requirements | ||||
TRADE | NCEA LEVEL | CREDITS PER SUBJECT | SUBJECTS | OTHER REQUIREMENTS |
General List (G-List) Officer | 2 | (min 50 credits in Level 2) | At least 12 credits in Level 2 English | You must be 17.5 years or older when you apply, 18 when you enlist and 19 by the time you complete Officer training. |
*The NZ Army also offers a range of Specialist roles.
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