Those successful candidates from the Phase 1 (Registration) will be called forward to attend Phase 2 (Initial Selection) in British Gurkhas Pokhara. The call forward list and dates for Phase 2 (Initial Selection) will be published after completion of the Phase 1 (Registration) on this website. The candidates called forward for Phase 2 (Initial Selection) must report to British Gurkhas Pokhara at the designated dates and time with the following documents:
- Own NPP
- Parents’ NPP
- MRP or Electronic Passport
- Complete “Medically Fit to Attend Certificate”
If there have been any changes of personal circumstances requiring an official documentation amendment (for example death, marriage, migration), candidates must bring the original and 1x photocopy of the new document.
If you fail to bring one of the above documents or the forms are incorrectly filled, then you will be disqualified.
The call forward lists for Phase 2 (Initial Selection) has been published.
Phase 2 (Initial Selection) dates will be 4 September – 4 October 2024 (Both British Army and GCSPF).
The Physical Entry Standards (PES), assessments for recruitment into British Army and Gurkha Contingent Singapore Police Force are:
- Over-arm Heaves. Minimum of 12 (best effort).
- 800m Run. Under 2 minutes and 30 seconds (best effort).
- Repeated Lift and Carry (Short). Under one minute and 46 seconds (best effort).
Best Effort: Remember, you must give your very best effort in every test to achieve the highest score possible. The higher you score, the greater number of points you will be awarded, giving you the best chance of being called forward to attend Phase 3 (Final Selection).
You can find videos demonstrating how to complete these physical tests below.
At Phase 2 (Initial Selection) there will be basic medical checks including blood pressure, long-distance eye test, colour perception and an ear check.
This is to ensure that you are physically fit and able to undergo Gurkha Selection process.
Your Body Mass Index (BMI) will be checked and must be between 18 – 28.
You must bring a completed “Medically Fit to Attend” certificate found in download section bellow. This must be completed with signed and stamped by a doctor who is registered with the Nepal Medical Council (NMC). If it is not signed or stamped with NMC by a doctor, you will not be permitted to partake the Gurkha Selection process. It is very important, and you must read this instruction carefully.